May 18, 2009

Rindge, NH - Upon conclusion of the NCAA East Regional Tournament at Franklin Pierce College in Rindge, NH, 11 have been honored to the All-Tournament team. Adelphi, Wilmington and Dowling each had three players named to the team while Assumption and Dominican had one a piece. Buddy Cipoletti of the Golden Lions was named the most Outstanding Player.

ECC Tournament MVP, senior first baseman, Bill Melillo, was among those honored as he went 6-19 over the course of the tournament. Similarly, junior outfielder, Justin Ciamillo went 5-19 which was good enough for a spot on the team. Lastly, they were joined by sophomore pitcher, Robert Nixon who recorded a complete game shutout against Assumption giving up just seven hits while striking out 13.

The complete tournament team is listed:

C - Mike Foley, Assumption
1B - Bill Melillo, Adelphi
2B - Willie Mann, Dominican
3B - Drew Anusky, Wilmington
SS - Eddie Squeri, Dowling
OF - Frank Intagliata, Dowling
OF - Matt Botting, Wilmington
OF - Justin Ciamillo, Adelphi
P - Robert Nixon, Adelphi
P - Buddy Cipoletti, Dowling
UT - JT Gregory, Wilmington
Most Outstanding Player - Buddy Cipoletti, Dowling