NYPD Wins 4th Annual Greenfield Softball Game

Councilman David G. Greenfield’s 4th Annual Greenfield Classic Softball Game was once again a huge neighborhood hit. Residents enjoyed watching, as the NYPD’s 66th Precinct defeated Boro Park Shomrim 24 to 9 to level the all-time series at two games apiece. This great family-friendly event featured complimentary sandwiches, hot dogs, snacks and refreshments and provided local residents with an opportunity to enjoy a free evening of fun right in their neighborhood.

This year’s first pitch was thrown out by NYPD Chief of Department Philip Banks III and local sensation Jerry Mandaro regaled the crowd with the national anthem prior to the game, which took place at the St. A’s Sports Complex. After getting out to a large early lead, the NYPD was able to hold off a late rally by Shomrim to win by a wide margin.

“Once again it was great to see so many residents, especially families and children, come out for this annual neighborhood tradition. My congratulations to the NYPD on their decisive victory and to Shomrim for a hard-fought game. I know that everyone who came out had a great time and I am already looking forward to next year’s rematch,” said Councilman Greenfield.

“Councilman Greenfield did a wonderful job of bringing Boro Park Shomrim, the NYPD and the community together for a relaxing evening and some good natured camaraderie. Despite the final score, it was a great game and we are definitely looking forward to a victory next year,” said Motty Katz, Boro Park Shomrim coordinator and team captain.

“This is a great example of the community and police coming together. My thanks to Councilman Greenfield for hosting the game. We are already looking forward to finding out next year which team is the best, once and for all. Shomrim members are literally our partners in fighting crime in the community and without them we wouldn’t be as successful. It’s great to have a chance to come together for a beautiful night,” said Deputy Inspector Michael Deddo, commanding officer of the 66th precinct.

Councilman Greenfield has hosted the game each year since taking office, as a way to show the community’s appreciation for the NYPD officers and volunteer civilian patrol members who work so hard each day and night to keep the neighborhood safe. It has quickly become one of the district’s most anticipated events.

“Thank you to everyone who helped make this a huge success, including the St. A’s community for allowing us to use their beautiful field. It was great to watch the community come together. I am proud to host this event,” concluded Councilman Greenfield.