1990 Clinton Giants All-Stars - U11, U12

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From Left to Right: Chris Hancock, Roger Miller, Rafael Novoa, Frank Carey, Joey James and Rob Taylor

All-Star Features:
 - Chris Hancock, Relief Pitcher, 1/27/15
 - Roger Miller, Very Excited, 1/19/15
 - Rafael Novoa, Same Fastball, 2/4/11
 - Frank Carey, Two Straight, 2/1/15
 - Joey James, Game Flow, 1/25/15
 - Rob Taylor, Two Parts, 1/26/15

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