The New York Emperors Stickball League is a stickball

Stickball

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 league in The Bronx

The Bronx

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, New York City

New York City

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. Established in 1985,, the league has eight teams and a youth division. The seasons lasts from 180 games to 240 games a season.

Current teams

• Jersey City Saints
• Bronx Bandits
• Emperors
• Gold
• Bronx Knights

• Leland Legends
• Ravens
• Royals
• Stem

Emperors Memorial Day Weekend Classic

The Emperors League hosts an annual tournament every Memorial Day weekend. The tournament attracts teams from southern California, Florida and Puerto Rico.

Presidents of the NYESL

• Joe Cruz (1985-1993)
• Robert Martinez (1993-1996)
• Pete Santiago (1997-2000)
• Steve Mercado (?-2001)
• Richie Marrero (?-present)