4-28-15 Game

The first game of the year ends in a 4-4 tie

Anil facing Karthik

New K Zone for 2015

The K Zone has been lowered 2 inches.
(the photo below is before the lowering)

A new Line Marker 

Drop In Wiffle Ball

 Honey Creek Wiffle Ball 2015

Drop in Wiffle Ball is weather dependent and will begin sometime in April or May.  Check this site regularly for schedule changes/updates.  

Who am I:  I own the 3 acres of land that we play on.  I'm a semi-retired baker/chef that teaches a few classes for Ann Arbor Rec & Ed.  Baseball is one of my passions.

History of the Field:  This is the 3rd season of wiffle ball at Honey Creek Field
When do we play:   Tuesday's from 5:00 PM (preferably arrive before 6:05 PM) to no later than 8:00 PM
Who is welcome to play:  Anyone in the community
Age of Players:  12 (depending on ability could vary either way) to 100
Is there a charge:  Donations of $1 are optional to pay for the Meet Up Fee expense (if that's how you found us).  Playing on the field is free of charge.

It is always nice if the players bring a ball to play with as new ones travel farther than cracked ones.

Rules:

• Normally we don't run the bases
• We have a strike zone that determines strikes
• 6 balls and 3 strikes (foul ball on 3rd strike and out)
• 3 outs to an inning
• Number of players per team flexible, 5-7 is desirable
• Parking and Location - See map.  Some parking is available on the south side of Dexter-Ann Arbor Rd (there is a small wooden 'bridge' that allows you to cross over the stream).  Parking on Pratt Rd is an option.  Please do not park on my grass or on the driveway.  map link
• Questions?  email:  stevembakes@gmail.com 

The view from Center Field

The view from Left Field looking to Home Plate

The view from Home Plate to Right Field (Dexter-Ann Arbor Rd)

2015 Suggestions

Suggestions from players:

• Consider daytime game(s)
• Teach a Rec & Ed wiffle ball class next spring/summer (contacted the director and am waiting to hear back)

Opening Day Year II Photos

The Meal

Spicy Shredded Pork and Shredded Beef 

Easy on the Adobo Sauce, Jane.  Ethan in line.  

The Fam!

The Field & Game

The Dishman...ready to deliver

"Put me in Coach, I'm ready to play....Centerfield...Centerfield"

---John Fogerty

Jennifer....dreaming about hitting the ball inside the Big Rose Sculpture in Right Center...and that free pizza that comes with it.  Sorry, Jennifer, maybe next time.  

The Iconic Red Rose in Right Center Field (dated photo)

Christel at bat...her last day before heading back to Groeningen in the Netherlands.  She made her impact with several hits, and a fine play in the field, so we'll make her the MVP of the Home Team for 2014.  Best of everything to you moving forward and please visit Honey Creek Field if you ever return!

Editors Note:  This was her first game of baseball.....ever!!

Tracy...getting in some BP.  I wish I would have captured her first swing.  A missile to Left Center

Is it the last inning, yet?

Evan, about to do damage.    

Evan....swinging for the fences off his dad.  It won't be long before he goes yard!  The kid has game!

 Home Team Wins!  Home Team Wins!

95' down the line in Left

Honey Creek Field likes to celebrate personal achievements.  From last year, this ball was crushed and measured at 125'.    

Great Kick Off to the Season.  Thanks to all who attended!

Opening Day is coming soon!

Honey Creek Field will kick off Season #2 in the month of June with a Wiffle Ball Party.  Details coming soon.

April 4, 2014

The 2014 Season!

Time to rake the field and plant some new grass seed to strengthen the turf.  Last year we were pretty much playing on a combination of weeds and grass...which will always be the case to some extent but we're looking to improve the field this year.  Here's what's on the agenda:

1.  Rake out the dead grass.

2.  Once the weather provides several consecutive days of warmth the seed will be planted.

3.  Hope for rain!

4.  When the new seedlings gain a foot hold we'll get the games going.