http://www.littleleague.org/Page58514.aspx http://www.littleleague.org/Page59252.aspx Little League® Baseball and Softball will hold the inaugural Jake Hardison Memorial Challenger Jamboree at the Azalea Little League Complex in Norfolk, Va., from May 10-12. More than 1,000 children with developmental and physical challenges from 59 teams are expected to participate in this year. The teams are coming to Norfolk from Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia. Fri, 10 May 2013 12:46:46 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59248.aspx The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum needs Little Leaguers to be a part of a Memorial Day celebration. The Hall of Fame is looking for area Little League® teams to march in the Cooperstown Game Day Parade on Saturday, May 25 and offering any regional Little Leaguer® who participates in the parade a free ticket to attend the Hall of Fame Classic, immediately after the parade, in Cooperstown, N.Y. Mon, 13 May 2013 14:11:14 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59247.aspx Little League® Baseball and Softball announced today the 115 umpires who will be working the nine Little League® World Series this summer. The Little League® World Series schedule kicks off with the Big League Baseball World Series in Easley, S.C. on July 24 and ends with the Little League Baseball World Series Championship Game in South Williamsport, Pa. on August 25. Mon, 20 May 2013 17:03:13 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59245.aspx The 2013 edition of the Little League Magazine, published by Major League Baseball, has been distributed to all local Little Leagues chartered in the United States. Mike Trout of the Los Angeles Angels, the 2012 American League Rookie of the Year, is featured on the cover. Mon, 20 May 2013 14:51:28 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59244.aspx Little League Baseball and Softball will hold its Urban Initiative Florida State Jamboree at the Larry Sanders Sports Complex in Tampa, Fla., from May 2-5. One of nine Urban Initiative Jamborees being held throughout the United States this spring, participants in the Florida State Jamboree will take part in a weekend of games and other special events at no cost to their local league. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:00:53 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59239.aspx It is with great sadness that the entire Little League® community mourns the loss of Martin Richard, 8, a victim of the Boston Marathon bombing. Martin was a member of the Savin Hill Little League in Dorchester, Mass. Mon, 20 May 2013 16:54:10 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59235.aspx Seventy-five years ago, during the summer of 1938, Williamsport resident Carl E. Stotz hit upon an idea that would become the world’s largest and most respected organized youth sports program. The next year, on June 6, 1939, the first Little League game was played. Only three teams existed at that time, and nobody could know how if the program would survive past its first year. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:01:55 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59223.aspx In recognition of National Volunteer Week, we celebrate the opportunity and reflect on the influence that Little League volunteers have had on generations of children throughout the world. Little League volunteers understand that “no task is too small,” and relate to the mantra - “We do what has to be done in support of the children” - regardless of the size and location of their neighborhood. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:02:24 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59227.aspx Dave Winfield, a 2001 inductee of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown, N.Y., will join Little Leaguers at the Southern California Little League Urban Initiative Jamboree on April 27, 2013. The Jamboree, hosted by Las Palmas Little League, runs from April 26-28 in National City, Calif, just outside of San Diego. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:02:52 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59222.aspx Honda, the official vehicle sponsor of Little League® and national sponsor since 1996, donated $50,000 to the Staten Island Little League to help rebuild their baseball facilities, which were severely impacted by Hurricane Sandy. With Honda’s donation, storm ravaged fields, bleachers and dugouts will be repaired in time for the league’s 32-team opening day on April 20th. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:34:29 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59234.aspx View the World of Little League live news conference at the following url... http://www.littleleague.org/media/LLBTelevision.htm Thu, 09 May 2013 23:34:59 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59232.aspx A news conference planned for noon, Eastern U.S. time, on Wednesday, April 24, will be available to anyone worldwide via the Internet, as Little League International makes a special announcement concerning the new World of Little League: Peter J. McGovern Museum and Official Store. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:06:03 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59221.aspx Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball announced today the addition of Brian McClintock, Director of Media Relations, and Mike Weslosky, Web Development Manager, to the Communications Department at Little League International in South Williamsport, Pa. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:06:36 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59209.aspx “I don’t think I’m going to wear out my shoes, I’m still walking on air.” That’s how Chuck Latini, a U.S. postal clerk from Ewing, N.J., has been gliding ever since he got the news that he was going to be umpiring in the 2013 Little League Baseball World Series. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:07:10 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59187.aspx Little League Baseball and Softball has established a new national partnership with Wells Enterprises, maker of-Blue Bunny® Ice Cream and Bomb Pop® Frozen Treats becoming the Official Frozen Treat of Little League®. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:07:47 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59186.aspx For more than 10 years, the Little League Urban Initiative has created opportunities for children in urban and metropolitan neighborhoods throughout the United States to play Little League in their communities. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:08:21 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59178.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (March 15, 2013) – Subway restaurants, the world’s largest submarine sandwich chain and official sponsor of Little League Baseball and Softball, is once again supporting the Little League Challenger Division® through the 2014 Buddy Badge design program as part of its efforts to encourage children and their families to eat healthy and lead active lives. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:09:09 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59182.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (March 15, 2013) – Little League’s Latin America Region has nominated one of its members for election to the Little League International Board of Directors, it was announced today by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball. The election took place recently in a vote of the region’s District Administrators. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:09:51 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59169.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (March 11, 2013) – In late October 2012, “Superstorm Sandy” slammed the Eastern seaboard of the United States, devastating communities, large and small, from the Carolinas to Maine. Many Little Leagues were in the damage path of one of the most devastating storms the U.S has ever experienced. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:10:26 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59167.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (March 5, 2013) - Little League International has been advised that Louisville Slugger is recalling the entire current line of the OneX fastpitch softball bat (all lengths and weights) from the market. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:10:58 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59181.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (March 15, 2013) – Little League International mourns the passing of David Ruotolo, Connecticut District 4 Administrator and a former member of the Little League International Board of Directors. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:11:35 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59165.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (March 1, 2013) - Virginia District 8 will host the Jake Hardison Memorial Challenger Jamboree, May 10-12, 2013, at the Azalea Little League Complex in Norfolk, Va. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:12:17 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59166.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (March 1, 2013) – Matt Weber has been named the Assistant Director of Little League’s Southeastern Region, it was announced by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball. The Little League Southeastern Region Headquarters is located in Warner Robins, Ga. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:12:55 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59150.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Feb. 19, 2013) – Little League’s Central Region has nominated one of its members for election to the Little League International Board of Directors, it was announced today by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball. The election took place recently in a vote by the region’s District Administrators. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:13:51 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59147.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Feb. 6, 2013) – The First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania (FCFP) is proud to grant $300,000 to Little League Baseball (Little League) through the Williamsport Lycoming Impact Fund. Since its creation in 2002, the Impact Fund has granted $1,225,000. The Fund was established to accumulate unrestricted funds for programs and projects with a high community impact. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:14:28 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59140.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Feb. 4, 2013) – In a little more than four months, a “new” museum will open at the Little League International Complex. To go along with the $4 million renovation of the Little League Museum, the facility now has a new name and a new logo as well. Hours of operation will be expanded, and it will be open seven days a week. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:14:59 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59138.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (Jan. 30, 2013) Since the Little League Urban Initiative decided to move its Jamboree concept from one national tournament to numerous state/regional tournaments in 2010, the initiative for boys and girls in urban neighborhoods has prospered. This year is no different with the addition of two jamborees and new venues. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:15:36 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59136.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Jan. 24, 2013) - The two leagues that will be sending their Challenger Division programs to the 2013 Little League Baseball World Series have been selected. Representing more than 30,000 Challenger players and more than 900 leagues worldwide will be Illinois District 13 from the Chicago area, and California District 57 from the San Francisco area. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:16:09 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59133.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Jan. 18, 2013) – Children as young as four years of age are eligible to play Little League, beginning with Tee Ball. Little League International has created a new program for Tee Ball-age players (ages 4-6); and their parents or guardians, that is specifically designed to provide a foundation and introduction to baseball and softball that is grounded in fundamentals, fitness and having fun. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:16:50 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59131.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. ((May 8, 2013) – At the 2013 Little League Baseball World Series, all the seats in Howard J. Lamade Stadium will have backs, matching those in the center section of the stadium, it was announced today at Little League International. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:17:37 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58694.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (Jan. 15, 2013) - The Little League Baseball and Softball Coaches Toolkit provides separate packages for baseball and softball, which include sport-specific training manuals, videos and other materials that will help both the novice and experienced coach. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:18:09 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59134.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Jan. 20, 2012) -- Little League International mourns the passing yesterday of two greats of the game: Stan Musial and Earl Weaver. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:18:49 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59128.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Jan. 9, 2013) - The 2013 Little League rulebooks have arrived and are available to purchase. As in previous years, the retail price for each of the three books (Baseball, Softball and Challenger Division) is $7 each. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:19:46 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59113.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 21, 2012) – The Executive Committee of the Little League International Board of Directors has approved relocating the Big League Softball World Series tournament to Sussex County, Delaware. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:20:17 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59121.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Jan. 4, 2013) - Alpenrose Stadium has been selected as the 2012 Softball Field of the Year by the Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA). Thu, 09 May 2013 23:20:58 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59251.aspx It’s March, and in many places the 2013 Little League season has begun. Now is the time to do all you can to ensure the safety and well-being of your Little Leaguers. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:27:14 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59176.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT (March 15, 2013) - The 2013 Little League® Rulebook Applications provide you Little League rules in an easy to navigate interface for Baseball, Softball and Challenger. Search for rules in seconds and bookmark any page -- all from your mobile device. The app includes everything you would need to participate, join, and even establish a league! Thu, 09 May 2013 23:23:35 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59177.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT (March 15, 2013) - Little League® International, in partnership with SKLZ, has posted a series of videos offering coaches’ tips and training to aid in the development and physical health of all Little League Baseball and Softball players. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:24:07 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59184.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (March 25, 2013) - Billy Gurganious, President of Myrtle Grove Optimist, Wilmington Little League in Wilmington, N.C., passed away on Feb. 14. He was 75. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:24:38 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59185.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (March 25, 2013) - Little League International mourns the passing of former New York District 30 Administrator John “Jack” Leddy. He was 84. Thu, 09 May 2013 23:25:09 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59275.aspx On May 13, Little League® International unveiled its new homepage for www.LittleLeague.org. The new design, and added functionality, was developed by the ACTIVE Network an official sponsor of Little League® Baseball and Softball. Mon, 20 May 2013 17:35:13 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59276.aspx Mon, 20 May 2013 16:58:08 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59279.aspx Little League Challenger Division® players from Austin, Houston, San Antonio and Waco, Texas will come together at Baylor University on May 18-19 to play in the Shriners Hospitals for Children Baseball Classic. Thu, 16 May 2013 20:42:37 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59280.aspx Little League® Baseball and Softball will hold its Georgia Challenger Jamboree at the Warner Robins, Ga. American Little League Complex on Saturday, May 18. More than 150 children with developmental and physical challenges are expected to participate in the jamboree. Thu, 16 May 2013 20:41:46 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59281.aspx Little League® Baseball and Softball will hold its Northern California Urban Initiative Jamboree at the Stockton, Calif. Eastern Little League Fields from May 17-19. One of nine Urban Initiative Jamborees being held throughout the United States this year, it is the first of two jamborees focused on softball, the second will be the Northwest Jamboree in Portland, Ore. from May 31-June 2. Thu, 16 May 2013 21:03:50 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59282.aspx Little League® Baseball and Softball will hold its Western Region Challenger Fun Days at the Little League Western Region Complex in San Bernardino, Calif., May 18-19. This year, 16 teams from southern California and three teams from Mexico will bring players with developmental and physical challenges to the event. This is one of two Western Region Challenger events, with the Western Region Challenger Jamboree taking place May 24-26 at the Dublin, Calif. Sports Park. Thu, 16 May 2013 21:07:18 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59291.aspx Stan Krzanowski, a Little League® volunteer for 30 years and current President of Canton Little League in Connecticut District 6, was a 2013 recipient of a Lewis Hine Award for volunteer service to his community. Mon, 20 May 2013 15:11:58 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59293.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 23, 2013) – Little League® Baseball and Softball will hold its Georgia Urban Initiative Jamboree at the Milford Little League in Marietta, Ga., from May 24-26. Fri, 24 May 2013 18:31:03 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59294.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 23, 2013) – Little League® Baseball and Softball will hold its Pennsylvania Urban Initiative Jamboree at the Lancaster (Pa.) Community Park from May 25-27. Teams from Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Washington, D.C. will all compete at the jamboree. Fri, 24 May 2013 18:31:37 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59101.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 12, 2012) – Little League’s Southwestern Region has nominated one of its members for election to the Little League International Board of Directors, it was announced today by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball. The election took place recently in a vote by the region’s District Administrators. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:52:05 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59098.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 10, 2012) – Little League International announced today the extension of their strategic partnership with Baseball Factory. A relationship that began in 2009, Little League International and Baseball Factory will provide youth players worldwide with increased player development and college recruiting opportunities. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:52:28 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59120.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 28, 2012) - Little League International mourns the passing of Richard Hilton, Sr. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:52:58 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59077.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 29, 2012) - Patrick W. Wilson, Little League International’s Senior Vice President of Operations and Program Development, recently participated in two online presentations that explained the resources and educational materials developed for the Little League Intermediate (50/70) Baseball Division. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:53:19 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59104.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 12, 2012) - Little League International has announced the full list of significant changes to the rules and regulations of the program. These changes will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2013. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:53:40 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59102.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 13, 2012) - Little League International mourns the passing of Lee Bennett, Sr., a coach with the 1955 South Carolina Little League Baseball State Champion Cannon Street YMCA All-Star team. He was 90. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:54:02 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59086.aspx SOUTH WILLAMSPORT, (Nov. 21, 2012) – Called a “super storm,” the “storm of the century” and the “perfect storm,” Hurricane Sandy devastated the lives of hundreds of thousands of people on the Eastern Seaboard of the United States. In the wake of the destruction, individuals and communities joined by their Little League ties, banded together to offer aid, comfort and perspective. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:55:06 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59084.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 15, 2012) - Little League International and “Big Al” Price have partnered for another season of Little League Coaching Clinics. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:55:34 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59094.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 5, 2012) - Little League International mourns the passing of John Schnepp. He was 85. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:55:56 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59095.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 5, 2012) - Little League International mourns the passing of Kentucky District 5 Administrator Roger Romines. He was 57. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:56:21 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59081.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 20, 2012) - Little League Baseball, Incorporated has been informed that Louisville Slugger (Hillerich & Bradsby) TPX Dynasty -12 (black/red/grey) composite bat has failed recent performance standard compliance testing. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:56:53 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59078.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 16, 2012) - Little League Baseball, Incorporated has been informed that Mattingly Sports, Inc., Balistk (Model - BTKYB, blue) composite bat has failed recent performance standard compliance testing. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:57:14 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59082.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 19, 2012) -- The Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum may be closed, but the need for children in the community to have a good Christmas has not been forgotten by Little League Baseball and Softball. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:57:38 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59075.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 12, 2012) – The dates and sites for the nine Little League World Series tournaments in 2013, have been approved by the Little League International Board of Directors, it was announced by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:58:17 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59071.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 9, 2012) ­- Dr. Davie Jane Gilmour, President of the Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport, Pa., is the new chairman of the Little League International Board of Directors, it was announced today by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:58:44 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59072.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (Nov. 9, 2012) - Hugh E. Tanner, a partner at the Morgan, Lewis & Bockius Litigation Practice in Houston, was voted Chairman-Elect of the Little League International Board of Directors, it was announced today by newly-seated board Chairman Dr. Davie Jane Gilmour. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:59:10 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59070.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 8, 2012) – At times of strife, it can take the honesty of a child’s perspective to remind adults that anything can be accomplished with honest effort and commitment. James McDonald, 11, plays in North Mission Viejo (Calif.) Little League. His father, Guy, was diagnosed late in 2009 with a Stage 3 brain tumor, which inspired James to raise awareness and funds in the name of cancer research. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:59:33 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59064.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT (Oct. 29, 2012) – Little League District Administrators Kevin Hladik and John Berardi, along with Bruce Campbell, Treasurer and a Director of Little League Baseball Canada, have joined the Little League International Advisory Board it was announced by Stephen D. Keener, Little League International President and Chief Executive Officer. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:59:55 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58621.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 24, 2012) – The “Little League Road Show,” a training and education component of Little League Baseball and Softball, is gearing up for another year, and will again team with local volunteers to provide education and support to its chartered leagues through a series of clinics and seminars. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:00:20 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59055.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 13, 2012) – Volunteers from as far away as Australia, Norway, Brazil, and the Czech Republic were among the 32 first-year District Administrators (DAs) welcomed to Little League International for the second annual New DA Training. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:00:51 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59038.aspx South Williamsport, Pa. (Sept. 28, 2012) – The presentation of the 2011 Little League Challenger Division Exhibition game played on Aug. 27, 2011, earned WVIA television an Emmy award from The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Mid-Atlantic Chapter. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:01:12 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59063.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 29, 2012) - Little League International mourns the passing of former New York District 7 Administrator George Cheresnowsky. He was 92. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:01:45 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59034.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (Sept. 20, 2012) – Little League International and SKLZ, a preferred training partner of Little League Baseball and Softball, recently filmed several instructional video segments for the free online Coaches Resource Center. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:02:11 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59037.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Sept. 27, 2012) –Little League International today announced the name of its newest baseball division: The Little League Intermediate (50/70) Baseball Division. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:03:57 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59044.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 2, 2012) – Lance Van Auken, Vice President of Communications at Little League International since 2008, has been named Vice President and Executive Director of the Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum, it was announced today by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:04:24 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59031.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Sept. 12, 2012) - Little League's national and regional winners for safety awareness and preparedness were honored during the 66th Little League Baseball World Series in Williamsport, Pa. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:04:48 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59029.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Sept. 4, 2012) - In various locations throughout the United States, Little League Baseball and Softball World Series tournaments were contested by players and teams, from Little League to Big League. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:05:13 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59028.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (Sept 4, 2012) - Little League International mourns the passing of Washington District 1 Administrator, Tony Monfiletto, Sr. He was 79. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:05:35 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58919.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 8, 2012) – As a result of voting conducted online by volunteer District Administrators around the world, the Little League International Board of Directors on Saturday approved a measure to create a new division of Little League Baseball. The vote took place at the annual Spring Meeting, held at the Little League Western Region Headquarters in San Bernardino, Calif. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:30:31 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58927.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 15, 2012) - The Little League Urban Initiative Northern California Jamboree, will be hosted by Stockton Eastern Little League. It will feature teams from seven leagues and more than 100 players (the participating leagues are listed at the end of the release). Games will be played at Eastside Community Park in Stockton, the home of Stockton Eastern Little League. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:30:01 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58928.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 16, 2012) - Little League International mourns the recent passing of Michael Thompson, a longtime coach and supporter of the Little League in Tullahoma, Tenn. He was 45. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:29:32 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58937.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 23, 2012) - Michael Felter Field, home of Moosic Little League, near Scranton, Pa., will be the first benefactor of the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees’ new Little League rehabilitation program. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:28:47 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58930.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 18, 2012) – Little League International and the Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum will open its doors to the public for free tours and other events on Saturday, June 16, in recognition of National Little League Week. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:27:33 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58932.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 22, 2012) – Since the Little League Urban Initiative Jamboree concept transitioned from one national tournament to numerous state/regional tournaments in 2010, the initiative for boys and girls in urban neighborhoods has prospered. This year is no different with the addition of one jamboree and new venues. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:27:02 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58926.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 14, 2012) – Since the Little League Urban Initiative Jamboree concept transitioned from one national tournament to numerous state/regional tournaments in 2010, the initiative for boys and girls in urban neighborhoods has prospered. This year is no different with the addition of one jamboree and new venues. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:26:19 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58938.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 23, 2012) - One of the marketing ideas used by many of the large sporting events the last few years to help draw fans to the event is the FanFest concept. Most of the events involve interactive games the fans can take part in, many times geared toward children. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:25:47 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58941.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 30, 2012) – Since the Little League Urban Initiative Jamboree concept transitioned from one national tournament to numerous state/regional tournaments in 2010, the initiative for boys and girls in urban neighborhoods has prospered. This year is no different with the addition of one jamboree and new venues. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:25:18 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58924.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 11, 2012) - Jill Barker, a columnist for the Montreal Gazette, authored an interesting story about training for youth athletes that references the pitch count used by Little League Baseball. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:24:49 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58923.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 10, 2012) - The Little League Experience, hosted by Little League International and powered by Baseball Factory, will be held over the Memorial Day weekend, May 26-28, for the third consecutive year in South Williamsport, Pa. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:24:19 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58925.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 11, 2012) - Little League International mourns the passing of Tullahoma (Okla.) American Little League volunteer Michael Thompson. He was 45. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:23:53 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58922.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 9, 2012) – Clearwater, (Fla.) Little League was the host for the third annual Florida Challenger Jamboree. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:23:14 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58921.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 9, 2012) – Little League’s Green Acres facility in Hillsgrove, Pa., has operated Summer Baseball Camp for decades, but there will be no campers enjoying Sullivan County’s rolling hills this year, as a result of the flood that devastated the camp last fall. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:22:47 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58920.aspx Joplin, Mo. - (May 8, 2012) - Sunny Jim Park, the home of Joplin (Mo.) South Little League, was completely destroyed by an EF5 tornado less than one year ago. Recently, another step was taken by the league to get back on its feet. Musco Lighting Systems, a Little League sponsor since 1992, along with representatives from Capital Electric and the league recently teamed up to install a four-pole, 16-fixture lighting system. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:22:21 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58939.aspx Wed, 22 May 2013 20:21:58 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58933.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, PA (May 22, 2012) – The Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum is among more than 1,500 museums participating in the Blue Star Museum program for 2012. The program begins May 28 and runs through Labor Day. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:21:32 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58940.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT , Pa. (May 30, 2012) - The Little League Experience, hosted by Little League International and powered by Baseball Factory, welcomed 66 players over the Memorial Day weekend. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:19:25 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58942.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (June 5, 2012) - Two young shortstops, Carlos Correa and Gavin Cecchini, that played Little League Baseball were picked in the first round of the Major League Draft, including the first overall pick. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:18:46 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58943.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (June 6, 2012) - In Greer S.C., Northwood Little Leaguer Trevor Smith came to bat in the bottom of the sixth inning with two outs, the bases loaded and his team, the Brewers, trailing the undefeated Giants, 1-0. Trevor, 12, hit a game-winning grand slam, which is certainly memorable for any child. What makes the feat amazing is that many years earlier, Trevor battled several physical setbacks during his infant years and has continued to overcome them. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:18:17 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58944.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (June 7, 2012) – Scott Spillman has been named Little League’s Sponsorship and Marketing Coordinator, it was announced by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball. Mr. Spillman will be a member of the Marketing Department at Little League International in South Williamsport, Pa. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:17:37 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58945.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (June 12, 2012) - The Little League Urban Initiative recently held hitting clinics in Tampa, Fla., and Houston, Texas, in which Olympic softball player Crystl Bustos served as the instructor. While the participants received instruction on the basics of hitting from one of the best hitters in the history of the sport, they also took away a message they can use as they move through the early years of their lives. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:17:08 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58948.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (June 14, 2012) – One of the key components in the Little League experience enjoyed by the 16 teams who earn their way to the Little League Baseball World Series is the role played by the team hosts or “uncles” and “aunts.” Wed, 22 May 2013 20:16:39 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58951.aspx CINCINNATI, OH (June 7, 2012) – To kick-off a multi-year partnership, Chiquita Brands (NYSE: CQB) and Little League Baseball, Inc. are bringing Chiquita FanFun to consumers this summer. Chiquita has “the bases loaded” with in-store, online and mobile ways for customers to interact and win prizes including a grand slam Chiquita FanFun Favorite Team Package that features a four day, three night trip for a family of four to see their favorite professional baseball team in spring training. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:16:06 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58949.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (June 15, 2012) – Brian Pickering has been named Assistant Director in Little League’s Western Region, it was announced by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball. The Western Region office, the Little League Western Region Headquarters Complex, is located in San Bernardino, Calif. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:15:34 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58950.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (June 15, 2012) – Since the Little League Urban Initiative Jamboree concept transitioned from one national tournament to numerous state/regional tournaments in 2010, the initiative for boys and girls in urban neighborhoods has prospered. This year is no different with the addition of one jamboree and new venues. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:15:10 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58954.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (June 22, 2012) - Little League International mourns the passing of former New York District 24 Administrator Ralph Perricone. He was 86. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:14:44 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58953.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (June 22, 2012) - Little League International mourns the passing Little League Baseball World Series “Uncle” Paul Fullmer. He was 87. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:14:14 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58955.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (June 26, 2012) – The Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum will be expanding its hours of operation this week for the months of July and August. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:13:43 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58956.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (June 27, 2012) – Four Little Leaguers have been selected as the 2012 recipients of the Urban Initiative Baseball Camp Scholarship. As a recipient of the scholarship, each will receive round trip transportation and free tuition to the Little League Baseball Camp in South Williamsport, Pa. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:13:14 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58947.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (June 14, 2012) – With just two months remaining, the countdown to one of the summer’s most popular sporting events, the Little League Baseball World Series, began today with the announcement of the pairings and schedule by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball, at the annual luncheon. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:12:49 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58959.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 2, 2012) – Jason Ardan, an 11-year-old Little Leaguer from Scranton, Pa., has been named the recipient of the Robert H. Stirrat Little League Baseball Camp Scholarship. As the recipient of the scholarship, Ardan earns round-trip transportation and free tuition to the Little League Summer Baseball Camp held in South Williamsport, Pa. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:12:21 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58963.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 5, 2012) – The James V. Brown Library and the Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum are teaming up to offer an exhibition about one of the most lackluster baseball teams known to the sport and managed by Charlie Brown. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:11:53 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58962.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 5, 2012) – The Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum has joined with seven other museums to participate in a new passport program this month that will provide holders with one total admission fee to each of the museums. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:08:18 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58958.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 2, 2012) – Except for a few years of his life when he was attending college, Greg Hodges has been associated with Little League Baseball and Softball. From his initial experience as a player in the West Columbia (Texas) Little League to his current work in many different capacities in the Needville (Texas) Little League, Mr. Hodges has been one of those volunteers that helps make an organization vibrant and successful. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:07:50 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58960.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 3, 2012) – The bond between a mother and her children can be something that is impossible to break. After a recent, possible life-changing situation in the lives of Judy and Cameron Watts, that bond has become even stronger. Wed, 22 May 2013 20:07:23 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58964.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 8, 2012) – The Kuei-Shan Little League from Taoyuan County, Chinese Taipei, earned the first berth in the 2012 Little League Baseball World Series today by winning the Asia-Pacific Region Tournament. The Asia-Pacific Champions defeated Hong Kong (China) Little League, 12-2, in the championship game. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:51:05 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58965.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 9, 2012) – Little League International and Pointstreak Sports Technologies are pleased to announce they have reached a service agreement which will have Pointstreak provide real-time scoring, official statistics and administration services for the 2012 Little League International Tournaments. This will be the third consecutive year in which Little League has utilized Pointstreak’s in-game baseball scoring system for tournament play at the World Series level and in selected regional tournaments. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:50:33 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58957.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 11, 2012 ) - As a proud sponsor of Little League® Baseball and Softball and to celebrate the achievements of Little League coaches across the U.S., Hilton HHonors launched the HHonors Outstanding Coach Contest. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:50:01 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58966.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 13, 2012) – The Little League Baseball and Softball International Tournament will feature 81 televised games throughout the month of August. ESPN and its family of networks, ABC, and the New England Sports Network (NESN) will provide the live coverage. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:49:30 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58967.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 14, 2011) – Pariba Little League from Willemstad, Curacao, won all six of its games in the Caribbean Region Tournament by at least seven runs to earn the region’s berth in the 2012 Little League Baseball World Series. The eight-day, 10-team tournament concluded today and was played in Guayana, Puerto Rico. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:48:31 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58968.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 15, 2012) – Kitasuna Little League from Tokyo, Japan, earned one of the 16 spots in the 2012 Little League Baseball World Series Saturday after capturing the Japan Region Tournament. The single-elimination tournament was played in Tokyo over the last three weekends. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:48:01 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58969.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 15, 2012) – Aguadulce Cabezera Little League from Aguadulce, Panama, earned the fourth berth in the 2012 Little League Baseball World Series today with a 6-5 victory in the championship game of the Latin America Region Tournament. The eight-day, eight-team tournament was played in Aguadulce. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:47:31 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58970.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 16, 2012) – For the first time in the 66-year history of the Little League Baseball World Series, a team from Africa will be in the field. Lugazi Little League from Lugazi, Uganda, won the Middle East and Africa (MEA) Region Tournament today with a 5-2 victory over Kuwait Little League from Kuwait City, Kuwait. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:46:10 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58971.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 16, 2012) – It is not often that a 10-year-old provides an example for kids and adults. On an evening earlier this spring, Braeden Swilley, a catcher for the White Sox in the East Marietta (Ga.) Little League, showed everyone at the game what sportsmanship and compassion are. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:45:37 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58972.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 19, 2012) – What started as a few hours a week helping his wife, Joi, turned into a passion for Mike Muranaka. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:45:08 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58973.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 19, 2012) - The emotional return of U.S. military personnel from deployment overseas takes place at many different locations around the world. Today the Little League International Complex in South Williamsport, Pa., was the site for another happy reunion between a soldier and one of his family members. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:44:38 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58974.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 20, 2012) - When the Little League Urban Initiative was established in 1999, one of the main goals was to bring the benefits of Little League Baseball and Softball to boys and girls in urban neighborhoods. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:43:01 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58976.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 23, 2012) - With his venerable and unmistakable enthusiasm, ESPN personality and Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer, Dick Vitale has declared his 2012 enshrinement into the Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum’s Hall of Excellence, along with Executive Vice President of Southwest Airlines, Ron Ricks, as “Awesome, baby, with a capital ‘A!’” Wed, 22 May 2013 19:42:26 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58977.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 24, 2012) – One of the major considerations in every decision made by Little League Baseball and Softball is the safety of the players, coaches and volunteers in the program. In 1995, ASAP (A Safety Awareness Program) was established to encourage local leagues to formulate a safety program that could be used as their guideline. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:41:57 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58978.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 25, 2012) – Little League International received confirmation today from the U.S. Department of State that the championship team from the Middle East and Africa Region will receive visas and will participate in the 2012 Little League Baseball World Series. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:41:28 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58979.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 25, 2012) – Linda Ruff has given to South Baltimore (Md.) Little League since 1980. Over the last few years, the reciprocation she has received from the league she has put so much of herself into, in many ways might have saved her life, and for sure provided some of the inspiration to overcome a life-threatening situation. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:40:51 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58980.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 27, 2012) – Oriente Little League from Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico, earned its second trip to the Little League Baseball World Series late Thursday night with a 10-7 victory over Santa Catarina Little League from Santa Caterina, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, in the championship game of the Mexico Region Tournament. The six-day, 12-team tournament was played in Monterrey-Linares, Mexico. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:40:16 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59027.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (Aug. 30, 2012) - Little League International mourns the passing of Antonio Vazquez Urdaneta. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:38:37 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58981.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 27, 2012) – The 2012 Big League Baseball World Series is under way at the Easley (S.C.) Recreation Complex. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:37:40 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58982.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 27, 2012) – Kaiserslautern Military Community (KMC) American Little League from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, scored 90 runs and yielded only 17 on its way to the Europe Region Championship and the league’s fifth berth in the Little League Baseball World Series. The new Europe Champion captured the title today with a 7-0 win over Nord-Holland Little League from Alkmaar, Netherlands. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:37:08 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58983.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 31, 2012) – The 2012 Big League Softball World Series, featuring nine teams from around the world, begins Wednesday with two games at 6 p.m. The World Series is played in Kalamazoo, Mich. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:36:09 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58985.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 1, 2012) – Former Captain of the Boston Red Sox and two-time Major League Baseball World Series champion Jason Varitek will be honored with the 2012 William A. “Bill” Shea Distinguished Little League Graduate Award during the 66th Little League Baseball World Series in South Williamsport, Pa. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:35:38 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58986.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 1, 2012) – District 1 from San Juan, Puerto Rico came into the Big League Baseball World Series championship game Thursday night in Easley, S.C., having outscored its opponents, 53-3, in winning all five of its games. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:35:11 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58988.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 2, 2012) – Again this year, the annual Little League Challenger Division exhibition game that is part of the Little League Baseball World Series schedule, will be televised. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:34:44 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58990.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 2, 2012) – Chrissy McLaughlin, of West Chester, Pa., and Shelly Blaker from Kerrville, Texas, tied for first place and are the winners of the 2012 Little League Photo Contest following voting conducted via Little League Facebook page. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:28:29 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58996.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 6, 2012) - Little League International mourns the passing of U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Richard L. Berry. He was 27. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:27:07 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58992.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 3, 2012) – The 2012 Senior League Softball World Series, featuring 10 teams from around the world, begins Sunday with two games at 5:30 p.m. The World Series is played in Lower Sussex, Del. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:26:20 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58993.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 3, 2012) – The 2012 Little League Urban Initiative Baseball Camp Scholarship recipients enjoyed a trip to Little League International and the opportunity to improve their skills and make their own memories during the final camp session of the summer. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:25:49 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58995.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 6, 2012) – The safety and security of everyone, including both the participants and the fans, at the Little League Baseball World Series is one of the most important considerations in the preparation for one of the summer’s most anticipated events. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:25:13 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58997.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 7, 2012) – The 2012 Little League Softball World Series, featuring 10 teams from around the world, begins Thursday with a game at 10:30 a.m. The World Series is played in Portland, Ore. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:24:34 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58998.aspx KALAMAZOO, Mich. - Mary Joy Floranza belted a two-out, two-run home run over the right-center field fence at Bud Vanderberg Park in Kalamazoo, Mich., to earn Philippines District 1 a 14-2, five-inning victory over California District 37, and become the first team from the International Region to be crowned Big League Softball World Series Champion. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:24:00 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58999.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 9, 2012) – McAllister Park National Little League from San Antonio, Texas, was strong in all phases in earning the first U.S. berth in the Little League Baseball World Series winning all five of its games in the Southwestern Region Tournament held at the George W. Bush Little League Leadership Training Center in Waco, Texas. The Texas West champion defeated the Texas East champion, Lufkin (Texas) Little League, in the championship game, 9-0, its fourth victory by shutout. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:21:29 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59001.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 10, 2012) – Three more Little League World Series begin Sunday. The Junior League Softball World Series in Kirkland, Washington, the Junior League Baseball World Series in Taylor, Mich., and the Senior League Baseball World Series in Bangor, Maine, all get underway with games on Sunday. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:20:54 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59000.aspx Because of impending inclement weather, Little League International has announced a change in the schedule for today's semifinal games in the Mid-Atlantic Region Tournament in Bristol, Conn. Wed, 22 May 2013 19:19:48 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59002.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 10, 2012) – New Castle (Ind.) Little League earned its first berth in the Little League Baseball World Series this afternoon as they came back from a four-run deficit to score a run in the bottom of the sixth inning to earn a 6-5 victory over Warren County Southern Little League from Bowling Green, Ky. The victory gave New Castle (Ind.) the title of the Great Lakes Region Tournament, which was played at the Reuben F. Glick Little League Center in Indianapolis, Ind. Wed, 22 May 2013 18:01:56 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59003.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 10, 2012) – Legendary Los Angeles Dodger pitcher, and the Dodgers’ Spanish-language broadcaster Fernando Valenzuela will throw the ceremonial first pitch tomorrow prior to the Little League Baseball Northwest Region championship game. Wed, 22 May 2013 18:01:23 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59004.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 10, 2012) – Goodlettsville (Tenn.) Baseball Little League earned its first berth in the Little League Baseball World Series tonight by winning the championship game of the Southeast Region Tournament over Warner Robins (Ga.) American Little League by a 1-0 score. It is the first time since 1987 the state of Tennessee will be represented in the World Series. Wed, 22 May 2013 18:00:51 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59005.aspx SUSSEX COUNTY, Del. (Aug. 11, 2012) – ASOFEM Little League, the Latin American Region Champion from Maunabo, Puerto Rico, won the Senior League Softball World Series, 6-4 behind a complete-game effort from winning pitcher Jocelyn De Leon. Wed, 22 May 2013 18:00:18 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59006.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 11, 2012) – Kearney (Neb.) Little League will be the first team to represent the state of Nebraska in the Little League Baseball World Series after capturing the Midwest Region Tournament in Indianapolis, Ind., today. They beat Canyon Lake Little League from Rapid City, S.D., 10-4 in the championship game played at the Reuben F. Glick Little League Center. Wed, 22 May 2013 17:59:45 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59007.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 11, 2012) – Hastings Community Little League From Vancouver, British Columbia, scored 10 runs in the fourth inning and sent down Prairies representative Southwest Little League from Lethbridge, Alberta, in order in the fourth inning to post an 11-1, 10-run rule victory, and earn its first berth in the Little League Baseball World Series since 2009. Wed, 22 May 2013 17:59:13 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59008.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 11, 2012) – Gresham (Ore.) National Little League earned its first berth in the Little League Baseball World Series today by scoring multiple runs in the each of the first three innings of the championship game of the Northwest Region Tournament before going on to an 8-4 victory over Post Falls (Idaho) Little League. The tournament was played at the Little League Western Region Headquarters Complex in San Bernardino, Calif. Wed, 22 May 2013 17:57:50 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59009.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 11, 2012) – Fairfield (Conn.) American Little League won all six of its games in the New England Region Tournament to earn its second trip to the Little League Baseball World Series. The Connecticut State Champions defeated Bedford (N.H.) Little League, 14-0, for the title today at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Leadership Training Center in Bristol, Conn. Wed, 22 May 2013 17:57:13 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59010.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 11, 2012) – Petaluma (Calif.) National Little League used two big innings to earn its first berth in the Little League Baseball World Series tonight with a 7-5 victory over Nanakuli Little League from Waianae, Hawaii, in the championship game of the Western Region Tournament. The game was played at the Little League Western Region Headquarters Complex in San Bernardino, Calif. Wed, 22 May 2013 17:54:34 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59012.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 12, 2012) – A strong pitching performance and some timely hitting propelled Par Troy East Little League from Parsippany, N.J., to the Mid-Atlantic Region Tournament championship today. The New Jersey State Champions defeated Newark (Del.) Little League, 1-0, in the game which was played at Breen Field at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Leadership Training Center in Bristol, Conn. Wed, 22 May 2013 17:52:48 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59013.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 13, 2012) – The Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum will be hosting several events during the upcoming Little League Baseball World Series, including the appearance of former Major League Baseball and National Football League player Brian Jordan. The 66th Little League Baseball World Series will be played Aug. 16-26. Wed, 22 May 2013 17:52:11 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59016.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 15, 2012) - Eastdale Little League from Albuquerque, N.M., left little doubt who was the best team in the 10-team Little League Softball World Series field completing a six-game sweep with a 16-1, five-inning victory over Windermere (Fla.) Softball Little League this evening in the championship game. The seven-day World Series was played in Portland, Ore. Wed, 22 May 2013 17:51:41 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59017.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMPORT, Pa. (Aug. 18, 2012) - Rockledge (Fla.) Little League scored two runs in the top of the eighth inning to defeat Aruba North Little League, 12-10, on Saturday to capture the 32nd Junior League Baseball World Series in Taylor, Michigan. Wed, 22 May 2013 17:51:02 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59018.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 18, 2012) - Juvenil de Guatemala Little League from Guatemala City, Guatemala, completed its impressive run through the 52nd Senior League Baseball World Series in Bangor, Maine, on Saturday, defeating Lemon Grove (Calif.) Little League, 6-3, to win its first championship. The Latin America Champions outscored its opponents, 39-8, to finish 5-0 in the World Series. Wed, 22 May 2013 17:50:32 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59019.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 18, 2012) - The Nunaka Valley (West Region Champions) Little League softball team from Anchorage, Alaska, captured the 14th Junior League Softball World Series in Kirkland, Wash., on Saturday, defeating Layritz Little League (Canada Region Champion) from Victoria, British Columbia, 6-2. Tue, 21 May 2013 17:49:53 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59020.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 20, 2012) -- Little League International mourns the passing on Monday of Dr. Robert Yasui, who was the Little League Baseball World Series physician for more than 50 years until his retirement a few years ago. <p>&nbsp;</p> Tue, 21 May 2013 17:49:22 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59014.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 23, 2012) – For the family of David and Alba Gonzalez, Little League has been a binding thread of their lives. Sons, David, Edgar and Adrian have thrived on the baseball field, with two reaching the Major Leagues, but it is the respect for the life lessons learned between the lines and reinforced by David, Sr., and Alba, that has earned them recognition as the 2012 George and Barbara Bush Little League Parents of the Year. Tue, 21 May 2013 17:48:51 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59022.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 24, 2012) – In today’s meeting of the Little League International Board of Directors, the site of a new World Series baseball tournament of Little League was named. Tue, 21 May 2013 17:48:14 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59023.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 26, 2012) – Noriatsu Osaka hit three home runs and Kotaro Kiyomiya struck out eight over four innings as Japan defeated Goodlettsville, Tenn., 12-2, to win the 66th Little League Baseball World Series. The game was shortened to five innings due to the 10-run mercy rule. Tue, 21 May 2013 17:47:43 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59025.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 29, 2012) - From a 10-year-old catcher who showed good sportsmanship, to a mom who survived cancer and got behind the plate to call balls and strikes, Little League Baseball honored volunteers Thursday morning at the Genetti Hotel who help make the international program a success. Tue, 21 May 2013 17:47:10 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page59026.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 29, 2012) – Australia will have an entry in the Little League Baseball World Series, it was announced today by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball. Tue, 21 May 2013 17:46:49 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58987.aspx Thu, 02 Aug 2012 20:16:47 GMT http://www.littleleague.org/Page58929.aspx SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 16, 2012) – Each spring Little League Baseball and Softball rewards high school scholars in the area with the Carl E. Stotz Little League Baseball Scholarship. The 10 recipients exemplify the same ideals as the founder of the world’s largest organized youth sports program: good citizenship, hard work, character, courage and loyalty. Wed, 16 May 2012 20:53:52 GMT