Cops, Firemen Compete In Charity Softball Game In Huntington

Play ball: The Huntington Manor Fire Department held its 30th Annual Cops vs. Firemen Charity Softball Game on Sunday at Peter Nelson Park.

The annual event has raised over $125,000 for local charities since its inception. The Second precinct won this year's game, 25-20.

"Throughout the 30 years, many friendships have been made between the firemen and police," Ex-Chief and game coordinator Mike Pastore said. "The event wouldn't be possible without the support of the community and past Chiefs."

This year's game recognized Ex-Chief Lou Agiesta, the first chief when the games began in 1988. Agiesta threw out the first ball of the game to Chief Mike DePasquale.

T-shirts and raffles for prizes donated by local merchants were sold to raise funds for the charity event, according to Mike Pastore.

Photos by Steve Silverman

1. The Second Precinct Police, left, and Huntington Manor firemen, right, are pictured at the start of the game.
   
2. Coordinator Ex-Chief Mike Pastore, left, with Ex-Chief Lou Agiesta, right, who was honored as the first Chief when the game originated in 1988.
   
3. Ex-Chief Lou Agieta, left, threw out the first ball to Chief Mike DePasquale, right, as the game began at Peter Nelson Park.