Local Sports History Books by Dan "Gunner" Genovese
As we celebrate the year 2024, a remarkable milestone is reached with the 20th anniversary of the publication of the groundbreaking book, The Old Ball Ground: The Chronological History of Westfield Baseball / Volume One. This momentous work, brilliantly researched and authored by the esteemed Westfield baseball historian and revered Western Massachusetts Baseball Hall of Famer, Daniel L. Genovese, is set to be reintroduced, just in time for the cherished occasion of Father's Day. Exclusively available at The Mercantile at Crane Pond, this re-release promises to captivate readers once again. Building on the success of Volume One, Genovese has been diligently working on the follow-up book, The Old Ball Ground: Volume Two / Town Teams & Bush Leaguers / Baseball in the Whip City / 1884-1941. Anticipation is high as this exceptional volume is scheduled for reissue later this fall. With meticulous research and an unwavering commitment to authenticity, Volume Two promises to provide fasc