Washington Heights, also referred to as “Quisqueya Heights,” has become something of an epicenter for Dominicans in the United States. Many, including Rodriguez, have lived for a time in New York City, chiefly the Washington Heights neighborhood in Manhattan. Some of Rodriquez’s players cut hair at Star Barbershop, while others work at different shops - Chino’s, Major League, The Spot and La Magia - all with a New York-Dominican flair. The 50-year-old Rodriguez is owner of Star Barbershop on Hull Street Road in South Richmond and Martha’s Beauty Salon that has three locations. I have 12-hour days,” said stylist Frank Chenet, who stands out for his 6-foot-4 frame and long locks tied up in a bun. While Rodriguez and most of his players speak some English, Spanish is clearly the first language on the field, with plenty of laughter mixed in that requires no translation. “Around Richmond,” he said, “there is a close-knit Dominican community.” Rodriquez suggests that if there is a talented player of Dominican ancestry in the area, he will hear about him. “Since then, we added a couple of extra guys. “Last year, we didn’t make the playoffs,” said manager-pitcher Hugo Rodriguez. The team now has its sites set on both regular season and playoff titles. The team has ample cause to jump for joy regarding their dominance in the Wednesday League.įollowing a July 18 double-header rout of over-matched Yankdeez, Star improved to 16-2-1. Star Barbershop’s jerseys read, “Los Brinca,” meaning “jumpy” in Spanish. “We are Dominican we are together,” said Martin Guzman, who routinely launches home runs over the 300-foot fences at Warbro Athletic Complex in Midlothian. The team is unique in that it is comprised largely of barbers and entirely of players with links to the Dominican Republic. Star Barbershop is winning softball games at a steady clip in Chesterfield County.
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