By R. Vincent Tupaz
For Variety

AN all encompassing option to improve the level of play for ballplayers on Guam is underway as organizers ready to introduce the Wood Bat League to the island’s up and coming athletes.
Lead organizer Angel Calugay explained the concept behind the formation of the Wood Bat League. “There’s basically no push for Double A and Triple A competition and this league keeps in line with the required level of play.” He added, “Guam once got penalized and since then there’s been no push to conform.”
According to Calugay, youngsters in the Babe Ruth and Little Leagues are welcomed to the clinic style league. “We’re trying to kill two birds with one stone at one time through this league. We want to keep the Double and Triple A competitions going for the kids, we want to ensure that the kids have that opportunity. And also to provide more baseball outside of Little League and Babe Ruth so that there’s more exposure for them.”
“It’s open to kids 14 – 18 and it will be a weekend ball league,” said Calugay. There will be practices at the Barrigada field on Tuesdays and Thursdays
He welcomed all to play. “The kids can sign up at our practice and on Saturday at the Barrigada field.” He reminded those contemplating participating in the league that if they don’t already have a wood bat they would need one for the league.
The organization is inviting all interested players, coaches and volunteers to come out to the Barrigada Field on Saturday at 10 a.m. to learn more about the free league.
Calugay dropped some names that are involved with the league organization. “We have big league coordinator Pat Leon Guerrero, Tim Santos, A.J. Aguon, Jarrett Barcinas, and some others.”
Calugay added that the league has approached some business and community organizations for financial support for the league.