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EVENTS GALLERY
2025 OLD TIMERS DAY
2025 AWARDS–A TIME FOR OLD FRIENDS AND NEW ACHIEVEMENTS
The Charlottesville Retreads celebrated the 2025 season by commemorating past individuals who have contributed to the team, as well as recognizing those who had an outstanding playing season. Again, the luncheon took place under picture perfect conditions at the picnic pavilion within Darden Towe Park. In this section is a gallery of photos from the event recognizing key individuals.
All photos courtesy of Chuck Gross
Dennis Bigler – Walter Bibb Sportsman
Millie Quarles – Mel Richardson Award
John Sheehan – Offensive
Ron Peck – Defensive
Vic Schaff – Rookie
Martha Adekunle – Most Improved
2025 RETREADS HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES
Steve Friski
Tom Payne
Jim Mehlin
Special recognition in this section to Evelyn Bibb
THE BACKSTORY OF THE AWARD
ON THE FRONT OF THESE PLAQUES
Two awards given by the Retreads are named after Walter Bibb and Mel Richardson. Here's what each award represents.
The Walter Bibb Sportsmanship award is given to the Retread who best exemplifies the attributes of true character, integrity, and sportsmanship. They are unselfish and committed to the team over individual performance. They are a positive role model on the softball field. They demonstrate cooperation and respect in dealing with their coaches and teammates. The player is selected by all players voting.
Mel Richardson Annual Award is given in honor of the memory of a player whose passion for the sport and fellowship serves as a model to all who play the game. The candidate is judged on their impact on the sport as measured by their contributions as an organizer and builder of the game. They are judged on their high quality of play, dedication to the game and achievement as a player. They have unselfishly given of their time and talents to the betterment of senior softball and the Charlottesville Retreads.
Walter Bibb
Mel Richardson
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