2004-Barney Frederick Wright


For Barney, coaching was about more than just sharing his knowledge and love for the game of baseball. His goals are best described in the words of his players:

·   Thanks for believing in our abilities and making us believe in ourselves

·   What made Barney such a good coach was the amount of time he spent with us

·   He believed in and helped to develop many lasting friendships with players of opposing teams

·   He should be remembered for the champions he made as much as the championships he won.

·   He always knew the right thing to say whether it be to cheer us up or to inspire us.

·   What made Barney a successful coach wasn’t all the titles he won but the enjoyment he brought to all those who played for him.

·   He didn’t just teach me how to play the game of baseball and to play it well, but he taught me respect, sportsmanship, the value of hard work and most of all, dedication.

·   I believe his love for baseball was fuelled by his desire to see young men succeed not only on the diamond but in their lives as well, and for this he will always have our respect.

Achievements & Highlights

As Assistant Coach:

1984- Provincial Champions                                                                   Mosquito "A”

1988- Provincial Champions                                                                   Bantam "A”

1999- Provincial Champions                                                                   Junior "A”

As Head Coach:

1992- Provincial Silver Medal                                                                Mosquito "B”

1993- Provincial Champions                                                                   Pee Wee "B”

1994- Provincial Champions                                                                  Pee Wee "B”

Atlantic Silver Medal                                                                        Pee Wee "B” (Nova Scotia)

1995- Provincial Runner Up                                                            NBIAA "AAA” (High School)

1996- Provincial Elimination Champions                                           Bantam "A”

National Silver Medal                                                                       Bantam "A” (North Bay, ON)

1998- Provincial Runner Up                                                            NBIAA "AAA” (High School)

2000-Atlantic Champions                                                                       Junior "A” (PEI)

Represented NB at Nationals in Kitchener, ON

2001- Provincial Champions                                                           NBIAA "AAA” (High School)

2002- Provincial Champions                                                           NBIAA "AAA” (High School)

~ INDUCTION May 8th, 2004 ~