The Class of 2023, Wifflepalooza Hall-of-Fame

VINELAND - Every four years, the Legends of Wiffle Council convenes to vote on the next Hall of Fame class of the greatest tournament known to man, Wifflepalooza. The first class, elected in 2019, also received a vote in this year's proceedings, as this class also will for 2027. The inaugural class was comprised of former MVP's, Boone Swanberg & Mike Mazzochi, as well as 2x Cy Young winner, Nino Bonanno. Of a possible 18 ballots, 15 were returned. Without further ado, here's this year's elected class.

Nick Smaniotto

RHP/Manager/Broadcaster, WP1-WP2, Buffalo Wild Wings, La Cosa Nostra

A founding father of the tournament, Nick's all-time career saves record still stands to this day. Posted a career 0.00 ERA in 8 innings.

Matt Bocchese

C/P/OF, WP1-WP9, Flapacamingos

A 4-time Champion and a 2-time All-star, Bocchese was the captain of the Flapacamingos dynasty of the late 2000's & early 2010's. Posted a .363 career batting average, with a .468/.582/1.050 slash line. Swatted 6 HR and drove in 28 runs in 44 career games.

Pat Ney

P/C/OF, WP2-WP15, Goon Squad, Flapacamingos

A 2-time Champion, and an All-Star in WP15, Ney's claim to the hall lies within his performances on the mound. He threw one of two perfect games in tournament history, and he recorded a save to clinch the title game for the Flapacs in WP5. Ney also posted a .443/.495/.938 slash line, swatting 8 HR and driving in 23 runs in 55 career games.

The newest members of the HOF will be publicly announced and throw out the ceremonial first pitch, before Wifflepalooza XVII, this Saturday, August 5th.