The New England Regional Champion Peabody West Little League team was honored by the Peabody High Tanners before Friday night’s win over Salem at Coley Lee Field, and it was a touching moment for PHS coach Scott Wlasuk, whose son Cody was one of the 12 youngsters that advanced to Williamsport last summer.
“It was something the city wanted to do and something obviously that’s important to me personally,” said Wlasuk, who went out of his way to thank Salem coach Scott Connolly and his staff for their hospitality during the ceremony.
“Scott really is one of the class acts of this league. He didn’t mind the late start at all, he brought his team out to salute the (Little Leaguers) and he was with me at midfield to greet them.
“I can’t thank Salem enough.”
