Brakettes May Have to Forfeit 2009

With 28 Fastpitch National Championships, the Brakettes are one of the nation's best fastpitch softball teams. This Connecticut team won 59 of 62 games this season and have won 5 of the last 7 ASA National Championships. However due to financial issues the Brakettes may have to forfeit the entire 2009 season.

City officials are hoping the town can help the 62-year-old team out, but they're doubtful that taxpayers will be able to bail the team out of their funding problems. Read the full story at News Times.