Purnell, whose name adorns the city’s Cal Ripken baseball field, died Tuesday at 83 years old.
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Number of sports officials dwindling to crisis level, but Alfond center seeks to train next generation in Waterville area
Alfond Youth & Community Center hosted a clinic Saturday to help bolster the ranks of local baseball and softball umpires. Leaders say there is a national shortage of sports officials caused by their poor treatment at the hands of coaches, parents and fans.
Ararat’s run in Cal Ripken World Series ends with loss to Palm Beach Gardens
After winning earlier in the day, team falls short against No. 1 seed.
Ararat pitching shines in victory on final day of pool play at Cal Ripken World Series
Ararat rides strong pitching to earn hard-fought victory on last day of pool play.
Ararat earns first win at Cal Ripken World Series
Team breaks through with the bats to earn first victory in Florida.
Ararat rallies late but falls short in second game at Cal Ripken World Series
Ararat offense wakes up late but early deficit is too much to overcome.
Ararat drops opening game at Cal Ripken World Series
Ararat falls to Palm Beach Gardens National in opening game at 12U Major60 Cal Ripken World Series.
Ararat ready for challenge that 12U Cal Ripken World Series will bring
Area all-star team faces stiff competition in Florida.
Families of Ararat 12U baseball team face several challenges while trying to make trip to World Series a reality
Ararat, which won the Cal Ripken New England title, is raising money and balancing schedules with trip to Florida looming.