A group of talented local baseball players is starting high school with a Certificate of Recognition from the City of Goleta. The Dos Pueblos Little League (DPLL) Junior Division All-Star Team was honored at the City Council meeting on August 20 for advancing further than any other team in the organization’s 50-year history!

During its historic run, the team became District Champions, Section Champions, and Southern California State Champions before moving on to the Western Regionals in Bend, Oregon, the last stop before the Little League All-Star tournament.

Mayor Pro-Tempore Luz Reyes-Martin, a DPLL mom herself, had the honors of reading the name of each player and handing them their certificate followed by a handshake from Mayor Paula Perotte.

DPLL League President Jeff Palmer thanked the community for its support during the team’s historic season. He also addressed his players and said, “I congratulate them for staying focused, trusting the process, teamwork, and for surpassing their goals and expectations.”

A big round of applause goes out to the players, coaches, volunteers, and everyone who played a role in the team’s accomplishment.

The All Stars became Southern California State Champions with a record of 13-1 before advancing to the Western Regionals. At the Western Regionals, they represented the Southern California Region in games against teams from Nevada, Idaho, and Hawaii.

The team is managed by Jacob Pepper with coaches Dan Brennan, Jeff Palmer and Dave Robertson.

The DPLL Junior Division All-Stars consist of: Matt Brennan, Holden Brey, Max Cruse, Charlie Douglas, Gabe Estrella, Grady Felix, Oliver Gesswein, Isaac Guttierez, Adan Macias, Seth Orozco, Kian Palmer and Jonah Pepper.

What a way to end their last year of little league before starting high school! Best of luck in the future and thanks for making us proud!

Dos Pueblos Little League All-Star Team receiving recognition from Goleta City Council