News: Bristol Announces 2026 Pony League Champions and Award Recipients
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Bristol Announces 2026 Pony League Champions and Award Recipients
Bristol, CT – [September 2, 2026] – The 2026 Scott/McCooey Pony League Championship was held on Monday, August 23rd at Muzzy Field under the bright lights. The Eagles defeated the Cardinals in front of a packed house to take home the 2026 Scott/McCooey Pony League championship. The Eagles (2-seed) battled in the single elimination tournament, taking down the 3-seed and ultimately the 4-seed to win this year's title.
The following Scott/ McCooey Pony League players were recognized by their coaches and league directors for their accomplishments on the field this season.
- Bill Glines MVP Award: Elijah Emmert (Panthers)
- William McCooey Sportsmanship Award: Ethan Krok (Grizzlies)
- Stanley Orzell Five Tool Player Award: Joshua Jacques (Eagles)
- Jim Kilduff Gold Glove Award: Logan Rigdon (Eagles)
- Don Titus Rookie of the Year: Tanner Gorman (Crows)
- Thomas Monahan Silver Slugger Award: Jonah Youman (Crows)
- Jim Kilduff Gold Glove Award: Jovani Persico (Cardinals)
- George Scott Cy Young Award: Cameron Wheelock (Bees)
- Stanley Orzell Five Tool Player Award: Ethan Bilodeau (Cardinals)
After another exciting and action-packed season on the diamond, League Director Shawn Mirmina added, “This league continues to be successful year in and year out thanks to the Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services department keeping the price affordable and allowing these players (and families) the opportunity to play games under the lights at Muzzy Field. There really is no other league around like it. The season was a blast and we are already looking forward to next spring. And a big thanks to Doug Trillo, the Athletics and Ballfield Supervisor and his crew for maintaining the fields all summer. Thank you for all of your support.”
As the league continues to grow and provide opportunities for local players and families, special recognition goes to the generous sponsors who helped make this season possible. Chenette Law Offices sponsored the Eagles, Primo Press sponsored the Cardinals, Brian’s Angels sponsored the Crows, Miranda’s Cleanouts sponsored the Grizzlies, and Carlson Garage Doors sponsored the Panthers. Our coaches and players are thankful for their generosity.
For more information, or to get involved, please contact League Director Shawn Mirmina at shawnmirmina@bristolk12.org or visit www.BristolRec.com.
2026 Pony League Individual Award Recipients (above):
Pictured from left to right: Bill Glines MVP Award: Elijah Emmert (Panthers); William McCooey Sportsmanship Award: Ethan Krok (Grizzlies), Stanley Orzell Five Tool Player Award: Joshua Jacques (Eagles), Jim Kilduff Gold Glove Award: Logan Rigdon (Eagles), Don Titus Rookie of the Year: Tanner Gorman (Crows), Thomas Monahan Silver Slugger Award: Jonah Youman (Crows), Jim Kilduff Gold Glove Award: Jovani Persico (Cardinals), George Scott Cy Young Award: Cameron Wheelock (Bees), Stanley Orzell Five Tool Player Award: Ethan Bilodeau (Cardinals)
2026 Pony League Champions – Eagles (above):
From left to right, top row: Coach Rui Freitas, Mason Colitti, Connor Colitti, RJ Wells, Isaac Judenis, Tiago Freitas, Owen Chenette, Logan Rigdon, Caleb Seeger, Coach Jacobi Bouchard, Coach Devan Jacques; From left to right, bottom row: Jamison Agnello, Joshua Jacques, Jonathan Zurowski, Timothy Zaba, Van Elyosius (Not pictured: Joseph Poulin, Aiden Benites, Coach Tony Jacques)