Everett Little League Williamsport all-stars drop two straight games

By Joe McConnell

After losing to host Charlestown in the District 12 opener of the Williamsport Tournament, 7-1, the 2025 Everett Little League all-stars, made up of mostly 11-year-olds, were eliminated from this double elimination tournament by Dorchester at Sacramone Park on June 30, 11-1. The game was called after three innings, because of the mercy rule.

The Everett boys managed only two hits against Dorchester, and they were provided by Lorenzo Papa and Giovanni Blatt. Papa also scored the lone Everett run in this game.

Manager Kevin Blatt’s roster consisted of eight 11-year-olds, which potentially bodes well for next year’s Williamsport team. This year’s squad was comprised of Angel Baca (11), Logan Salie (11), Giovanni Blatt (11), Jason Oliveira, Jr. (12). Joshua O’Neil Santana (11), Denzel Reyes (12), Lorenzo Papa (11), Jovani Namey (11), Kayaki Battle (11), Albert Yan (12), Niko Kotsiopoulos (11) and Symon Golden (12). Billy Kotsiopoulos and Jimmy Schaefer were Blatt’s assistant coaches. They have since moved on to the Jimmy Fund Tournament, and for the eight 11-year-olds they will benefit from these extra games in order to get ready for next year.