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“Kaptain” Robbie Knievel to Jump at Skylands Park

“Kaptain” Robbie Knievel to Jump at Skylands Park

Augusta, NJ —The Sussex Skyhawks and the Nicholas Legacy Fund, LLC have announced that motorcycle dardevil “Kaptain” Robbie Knievel will be part of a fundraising event at Skylands Park on September 19, 2009.
The event will include a jump by one of the most recognizable names in the world – Robbie Knievel. In addition to the [...]

Skylark Offense Remains Strong

Skylark Offense Remains Strong

Despite bullpen struggles, the Sussex Skyhawks offense continues to be stong.  With a team batting average of .291, the Skyhawks lead the Can-Am league.  Overshadowed by recent loses, Skyhawks players Jeremy Hunt and Chris Brown have been key players in recent games.
Third baseman Jeremy Hunt continues to be a strong addition to the Skyhawks this [...]

PAPPAS’ SIX RBI LEAD SUSSEX TO 9-5 WIN

PAPPAS’ SIX RBI LEAD SUSSEX TO 9-5 WIN

AUGUSTA, N.J. – Shortstop Mark Pappas went 2-for-3 with six RBI and two runs scored to lead the Sussex Skyhawks to a 9-5 win over the Worcester Tornadoes on Sunday afternoon at Skylands Park.  Pappas’ grand slam in the bottom of the first inning helped push the Skyhawks to an early 6-3 advantage, which they [...]

SKYHAWKS RALLY IN HIGH SCORING AFFAIR

SKYHAWKS RALLY IN HIGH SCORING AFFAIR

AUGUSTA, N.J. – The Sussex Skyhawks fell behind early on seven Quebec Capitales runs in the first inning, but rallied as they won 17-16 Thursday night at Skylands Park.  Kyle Kmiecik’s game winning RBI single in the bottom of the ninth won it for the Skyhawks.
Alex Smith made his first start of the season for [...]

Team Effort By Skyhawks Down Capitales

Team Effort By Skyhawks Down Capitales

AUGUSTA, N.J. – The Sussex Skyhawks defeated the visiting Quebec Capitales 8-3 Thursday night off the strength of sixteen hits, with each starter collecting at least one hit.
Leading the Skyhawks cause was catcher Ray Serrano, who went 3 for 4 (two doubles) with two runs scored.  Outfielder Ryan Crespi was 2 for 4 with 2 [...]

Yogi Berra to Visit Sussex

Yogi Berra to Visit Sussex

SUSSEX, NJ- Yogi Berra once stated, “The future ain’t what it used to be.”  The future is bright for Skyhawks fans; the Skyhawks announced today the team will be hosting an autograph session with Hall of Fame Catcher Yogi Berra before the September 2nd game which starts at 7:05 p.m.  Autographs are open only to [...]

Tornadoes Rally Against Skyhawks, win 4-2

Tornadoes Rally Against Skyhawks, win 4-2

AUGUSTA, N.J. – The Sussex Skyhawks lost their second straight game to the Worcester Tornadoes 5-2 Wednesday afternoon at Skylands Park. Tornadoes pitcher Santiago Ramirez earned the win throwing one inning while closer Anthony Sullivan picked up his third save of the season by throwing a perfect ninth.
Alex Trezza and Nick Salotti gave the Tornadoes [...]

Tornadoes Breeze Past Sussex in Ninth

Tornadoes Breeze Past Sussex in Ninth

AUGUSTA, N.J. – The Sussex Skyhawks fell Monday night 3-2 after a double by Worcester Tornadoes Garrett Olson scored to take the lead in the ninth inning Tuesday at Skylands Park.  Tornadoes pitcher Nick Conway pitched three scoreless innings in the win, and closer Anthony Sullivan pitched a scoreless ninth to earn his second save [...]

Weston Sold to Houston Astros

Weston Sold to Houston Astros

DURHAM, NC – The Can-Am League announced today that the contract of Sussex Skyhawks 1B Matt Weston has been sold to the Houston Astros. Weston will report to High A Lancaster in the California League.
In five games for the Skyhawks in 2009, Weston was batting .391 with nine hits, four runs scored and three runs [...]

Skyhawks Zip Past Tornadoes In Home Opener

Skyhawks Zip Past Tornadoes In Home Opener

AUGUSTA, N.J. – Matt Weston’s RBI single gave the Sussex Skyhawks a one run lead in the bottom of the seventh, as the Skyhawks were able to hold off Worcester in a 4-3 victory at Skylands Park in their home opening on Monday night.  James Douglas earned his first win of the season after pitching [...]