Of course it's stickball. All you needed was a
'Spaldine' and an old broom or mop handle...
This is the game I played in the street in front of the house I grew up in in Newark, New Jersey. Sewer plate was home plate and second base, Mr. Gizzo's Pontiac bumper was first, and Mr. VanHouten's Caddie bumper was third. A lot of skinned knees and great childhood memories.
At the time (early 60's) a Spalding HighBounce
(we called 'em 'Spaldines') cost around 40 cents.
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And yes, even the girls on the block played.
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We took the game very seriously...
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Always overhand - never lob ball...
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The street was our scorboard - 'Joey, go home and get a piece of chawk...'
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Need a gift for a loved one? My wife's
handmade jewelry is a great idea, and
St. Patrick's Day is not far off.
Click on the picture for information on this bracelet.
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They old guys still play it in the street in the Bronx.
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