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Snipecast, episode 1 (audio podcast)

June 6, 2012 – 11:23 pm |

This is the inaugural episode of the official podcast of the Lexington Snipes summer collegiate baseball team. The Snipes are a member of the Chicago Suburban Baseball League. Join host…

Coming this summer…SNIPECAST!

April 26, 2012 – 7:40 pm |

Yes, indeed. Coming this summer to this very space will be the official podcast of the Lexington Snipes of the Chicago Suburban Baseball League. Join coach Billy Dubois and his…

Snipes to bring in Kellar as pitching coach

February 5, 2012 – 10:17 pm |

Lexington, Il – The Lexington Snipes announce today the hiring of ex-Snipe standout Michael Kellar. Michael will be taking care of all off the field and on the field pitching…

Lexington Snipes induct newest members to Hall of Fame

January 23, 2012 – 9:02 pm |

Lexington, Ill. — The Lexington Snipes proudly announce the two newest members of their hall of fame: Brett Moore and Shawn McGuire. Both inductees’ play contributed to multiple Snipes league…

Five Snipes to play in CSBL All-Star game

July 10, 2011 – 9:47 pm |

On Wednesday, July 13, the Chicago Suburban Baseball League will host its annual Collegiate All-Star Game. The best collegiate players from the North Division and the South Division have been…

Snipes split with Crestwood

June 6, 2011 – 6:35 am |

CRESTWOOD — The Lexington Snipes (3-1) won 3-2 in game one before falling 11-1 in the nightcap in a Chicago Suburban League cross over doubleheader against the host Panthers.
Brock…

Eckhart selected for Lexington Snipes Hall

December 28, 2010 – 8:17 pm |

Approximately ten years ago when Billy DuBois got an idea into his head that it would be “fun” to organize a summer baseball team to compete in the Central Illiniois…

Lexington Snipes looking for bullpen catcher

December 9, 2010 – 9:51 pm |

The Lexington Snipes summer college baseball team is looking for a bullpen catcher for the upcoming summer season. For more information, contact GM Billy Dubois. His contact information can be…

Snipes move to CSBL official

October 20, 2010 – 8:38 pm |

As we previously reported, the Lexington Snipes are moving to the Chicago Suburban Baseball League (CSBL). Here is a bit more detailed information on the move.
After 4 years of…

It’s official – Lexington Snipes join Chicago Suburban League

October 10, 2010 – 10:05 pm |

Lexington Snipes coach Billy Dubois has just announced that the Lexington Snipes will join the Chicago Suburban League for the summer 2011 season.
The Snipes have been members of the…

Snipes split first two games at NABF Regional

August 5, 2010 – 9:05 pm |

Coach Billy Dubois’ severely depleted roster put up a gallant effort in their first game on Thursday at the NABF Kankakee regional, but the Snipes came up short against NABF…

Snipes kick off NABF regional at Kankakee on Thursday

August 4, 2010 – 8:27 pm |

The Lexington Snipes, after wrapping up the Eastern Illinois League tournament championship over the weekend, will play the first game of the NABF regionals on Thursday.  The 1:00 game will…

Photos from Lexington’s EIL Championship win

August 1, 2010 – 7:49 pm |

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Lexington Snipes win 3rd straight EIL Championship

August 1, 2010 – 7:46 pm |

The Lexington Snipes followed up Saturday’s win at Gifford with a 5-4 victory at home on Sunday to secure their third straight Eastern Illinois League tournament championship in front of…

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