2008
Print- ESPN Replay of 2008 United States Championship Game(Dec. 22, 2008) - As part of its "Best of 2008" Series, ESPN Classic will re-air the 2008 Little League Baseball World Series United States Championship game between Hawaii's Waipio Little League and South Lake Charles (La.) Little League.
- Longtime District Administrator Joan Bosinius Passes AwayWILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (Dec. 22, 2008) - Little League International mourns the passing of Joan Bosinius, New York District 34 Administrator.
- Holiday MessageWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 18, 2008) - As we approach the very special time of year when we enjoy the company of family and good friends, I want to take just a moment to express my personal appreciation for the volunteer leadership you provide the Little League program.
- Little League in Ashland, Ky., Honors Best in BaseballCANNONSBURG, KY. (Dec. 18, 2008) — It was spitting snow outside but it was all baseball inside Thursday night at the El Hasa Shrine Temple.
- Warner Robins, Ga., Selected as Site of New Little League Southeast Region HeadquartersWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 9, 2008) - The Little League International Board of Directors unanimously resolved today to select Warner Robins, Ga., as the site of the new Southeast Region Headquarters, it was announced by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League International.
- Little League Southeast Region Tournament to be Played in Ceredo-Kenova, W.Va., in 2009WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 8, 2008) – The 2009 Little League Southeast Region Tournaments in baseball and softball will be played at Mitch Stadium in Ceredo-Kenova, W.Va., it was announced today by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball.
- Little League Mourns the Passing of José “Pepe” GonzálezWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 4, 2008) – Little League International mourns the loss of José “Pepe” González, who passed away Wednesday night in his home city of Monterrey, Mexico.
Mr. González was the founder of the Monterrey Industrial Little League in 1956, and he devoted his life to making Little League available to tens of thousands of children in Mexico for more than a half-century. - LexisNexis Increases Number of Free Background Checks Available to Local Little LeaguesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 4, 2008) – Little League Baseball and Softball requires that all of its leagues perform background checks on all of its volunteers who provide regular service and/or have repetitive access to children. This season, the number of free background checks afforded to each league will increase by 56 percent.
- Atlanta Metro YMCAs Provide Opportunity, Experiences to Urban Children through Affiliation with Little LeagueWILLIAMSPORT, Pa., and ATLANTA (Dec. 4, 2008) – A perfect 3-0 record in the Little League Baseball World Series Championship Game, and home state to winners of two of the last three World Series titles, Georgia has experienced a groundswell of Little League enthusiasm, which the Atlanta Metro YMCAs have parlayed into the foundation for a diverse youth sports program.
- Little League Development Manager Sam Ranck Greeted With Growing Interest During Visit to South DakotaWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 21, 2008) – The Canyon Lake Little League from Rapid City, S.D., won the 2009 Midwest Region Championship and became the first league from South Dakota to reach the Little League Baseball World Series.
- Lance Van Auken Promoted to Vice President of Communications at Little League InternationalWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 17, 2008) - Lance Van Auken, formerly Little League International Senior Communications Executive, has been promoted to Vice President of Communications, it was announced today by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball.
- Dr. Davie Jane Gilmour Voted Little League International Board of Directors Chairman-ElectWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 14, 2008) – Dr. Davie Jane Gilmour, President of the Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport, was voted Chairman-Elect of the Little League International Board of Directors, it was announced today by board Chairman Dennis Lewin.
- Former Major Leaguer Barry Larkin Visits Falcon Little League, Gives Clinic during Trip to ColombiaWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 25, 2008) – Retired Major League Baseball great Barry Larkin spent time talking baseball with children in Falcon Little League and conducted several other clinics while visiting Bogota, Cartagena, and Barranquilla, Colombia, as part of the U.S. State Department’s Sports Diplomacy Program.
- LL Graduate/Board Member Mike Mussina Announces Retirement from Major League BaseballWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 20, 2008) – Mike Mussina, a Little League graduate and member of the Little League International Board of Directors – one of the most respected figures in Major League Baseball over the past two decades – announced his retirement today.
- Longtime District Administrator Shirley Ferguson Passes AwayWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 20, 2008) – Little League International is saddened to learn of the passing on Wednesday night of Indiana District 7 Administrator Shirley Ferguson.
- Morganton, N.C., and Warner Robins, Ga., Selected as a Finalists for Relocation of Little League Southeast Region HeadquartersWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 14, 2008) –The finalists for the relocation of the Southeast Region Headquarters of Little League Baseball and Softball have been narrowed to two, it was announced today by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League International.
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- Little League Announces Dates, Sites for 2009 World Series TournamentsWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 14, 2008) – The sites and dates for the eight World Series tournaments in Little League Baseball and Softball were approved on Friday by 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.
- Samuel Ranck, Little League Development Manager, Assumes Duties of Little League International Challenger Division DirectorWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 13, 2008) – Samuel Ranck, Little League Development and Affiliation Manager, also has assumed the duties of Director of the Little League Challenger Division it was announced today by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball.
- Little League Volunteer Acts Quickly, Saves a LifeWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 7, 2008) – Alan Penley, a volunteer in the Greeneville (Tenn.) American and National Little Leagues, was among a group honored for their role in resuscitating a person by performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
- Little League Graduate, General David Petraeus, Is New Chief of U.S. Central CommandWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 5, 2008) – United States Defense Secretary Robert Gates recently introduced General David Petraeus, a graduate of Cornwall (N.Y.) Little League, as the new chief of U.S. Central Command.
- Little League Congratulates President-Elect Barack Obama, Sen. Joe Biden on Historic VictoryWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 4, 2008) - Little League International congratulates President-Elect Barack Obama on his historic election victory today, as well as running mate and Little League graduate, Sen. Joseph Biden.
- Little League Graduate Joe Maddon, Manager of the Tampa Bay Rays, Wins MLB’s American League Manager of the Year AwardWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 1, 2008) – Joe Maddon enjoyed storybook success during the 2008 Major League Baseball season as manager of the American League Champion Tampa Bay Rays. Recently, he was recognized for his team’s outstanding season with his selection as the American League Manger of the Year.
- Hey Blue, Y’er Outta HereWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 1, 2008) – Since August 1987, Andy Konyar had set the standard for Little League umpires throughout the world. At the end of October, Mr. Konyar, a volunteer Little League umpire for more than 30 years and Little League International’s Umpire Consultant for the past 21 years, retired.
- First Colony Little League in Texas Receiving Grant to Renovate Field for Challenger DivisionWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 31, 2008) – First Colony Little League (FCLL) in Sugar Land, Texas, was recently recognized as the recipient of the 2009 Grand Slam for Youth Baseball (GSFYB) annual ballpark refurbishment program grant.
- Little League Advisory Board Concludes Fall MeetingWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 27, 2008) – The Little League International Advisory Board, which provides counsel and recommendations to Little League staff and Senior Management, has concluded its annual fall meeting.
- Exhibit Highlighting Williamsport-Philadelphia Baseball Connection Currently On Display at Peter J. McGovern Little League MuseumWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (October 24, 2008) – Ten Philadelphia Phillies players who are on the active roster or a backup for the World Series are among the players featured in “The Philadelphia Connection,” an exhibit at the Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum.
- Little League Baseball and Softball, Positive Coaching Alliance Renew PartnershipWILLIAMSPORT, Pa., and STANFORD, Calif. (Oct. 17, 2008) – Entering a fourth year of national partnership, Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) and Little League International continue their combined efforts to provide a positive, character-building experience for all youth baseball and softball players.
- "I Won’t Cheat" Foundation Offers Essay Contest, ScholarshipWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 14, 2008) – The “I Won’t Cheat” Foundation is again sponsoring an essay contest that will reward the winner, his/her teacher, and school with a cumulative $3,000 scholarship. The topic for the 2008 competition is: “Why does character matter most?”
- President, First Lady Congratulate Little League Softball World Series ChampsWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 10, 2008) – President George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush met with members of the Simpsonville (S.C.) Little League – champions of the 2008 Little League Softball World Series – during a recent stop in Charleston, S.C.
- Little League World Series Alum Chris Drury Named Captain of NHL’s New York RangersWILLAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 7, 2008) - Chris Drury, who pitched his Trumbull, Conn., team to victory in the 1989 Little League Baseball World Series against Chinese Taipei, has been named the captain of the National Hockey League’s New York Rangers.
- Golden Anniversary of Little League’s "Perfect Game" CelebratedWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 7, 2008) – In 1957, Little League was still in its infancy, but that year the backyard game born in Williamsport, Pa., piqued imaginations throughout North America with the success enjoyed by group of children from Monterrey, Mexico.
- Playoff Experience: Quartet of Little League World Series Alums Playing in 2008 MLB PostseasonWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 2, 2008) – With the division races settled and the regular season now over, Major League Baseball turns its attention to the playoffs, where three Little League Baseball World Series alums will be on the field.
- Little League Congratulates International Board Member Mike Mussina on 20th WinWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Sept. 29, 2008) – Little League International congratulates New York Yankees pitcher Mike Mussina -- a Little League graduate and member of the Little League International Board of Directors -- on reaching yet another milestone in his outstanding Major League career. Today, Mr. Mussina won for the 20th time this season, defeating the Boston Red Sox in the final game of Major League Baseball’s regular season.
- Little League Coach Resource Center Website Receives AwardWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Sept. 26, 2008) – The Web Marketing Association has recognized Cramer Digital Marketing and Event Solutions with the 2008 Web Award for Outstanding Achievement in Website Development for the Little League Coach Resource Center.
- Little League Graduate Jason Varitek, Captain of MLB’s Boston Red Sox, Sets Team Record for Home Runs by a CatcherWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Sep. 22, 2008) – From Little League to the Major Leagues, leadership and clutch performances have driven the baseball career of Boston Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek.
- How You Can Help in This Time of NeedWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Sept. 18, 2008)
- First Start Since High School: Matt Cassel is No Stranger to PressureWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Sept. 16, 2008) – Much was made of Matt Cassel making his first NFL start for the New England Patriots last weekend.
- In 2008, Teams from the United States Won Six of Eight Little League World ChampionshipsWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Sept. 15, 2008) – The 2008 Little League International Tournament concluded with the 62nd Little League Baseball World Series being won by Wiapio Little League from Hawaii, and the Little League Softball World Series championship going to Simpsonville (S.C.) Little League.
- SLSB: Puerto Rico Takes Home Senior League Softball World Series ChampionshipROXANA, N.J. (Sep. 15, 2008) – For the fifth time in as many years, tiny Roxana welcomed some of the world’s finest Senior League Softball All-Star teams to its Lower Sussex Little League complex.
- BLSB: Michigan District 9 Crowned Big League Softball World Series ChampionsKALAMAZOO, Mich. (Sept. 15, 2008) – Liz Chappell powered the Central Region Champions from Michigan District 9 (Grand Rapids) to a 2-1 victory in the 2008 Big League Softball World Series Championship with a solo home run in bottom of the seventh inning.
- LLSB: South Carolina’s Simpsonville Little League Captures Little League Softball World Series ChampionshipPORTLAND, Ore. (Sept. 15, 2008) - If there was one word that described the 2008 Little League Softball World Series it would be perfect. Simpsonville (N.C.) Little League posted six consecutive victories to win the 2008 Little League Softball World Series championship at Alpenrose Dairy Farm in Portland, Ore.
- SLBB: North Cumberland Little League Roles to Senior League Baseball World Series ChampionshipBANGOR, Maine (Sep. 15, 2008) – North Cumberland Little League from Upper Deerfield, N.J., won the 2008 Senior League Baseball World Series with a 10-8 win over Pabao Little League of Willemstad, Curacao, on Aug. 16 at Shawn T. Mansfield Stadium.
- JLSB: Pusch Ridge Little League from Arizona Is Junior Softball World Series ChampionKIRKLAND, Wash. (Sep. 15, 2008) - Officially, the Junior Softball World Series ended with just one winner, the West. With a 10-4 win over Latin America on Aug. 16, the West team from Pusch Ridge Little League of Oro Valley, Ariz. took the title. But in reality, all nine teams in the August 10-16 tournament at Kirkland’s Everest Park came away winners.
- BLBB: South Carolina District 7 Crowned Big League Baseball World Series ChampionsEASLEY, S.C. (Sep. 15, 2008) - Eleven teams from all over the world came to Easley, S.C. for the 2008 Big League Baseball World Series, but the team with the shortest drive came away with the biggest prize – the World Series Championship.
- JLBB: Curacao Wins 2008 Junior League Baseball World Series in TaylorTAYLOR, Mich. (Sep. 15, 2008) - Alexander Rodriguez stroked a three-run home run in the bottom of the fifth inning to give Willemstad, Curacao, a 5-2 victory over Hilo, Hawaii, in the championship game of the Junior League World Series in Taylor, Michigan
- "Hits and Runs … Bumps and Bruises: Health, Safety and Injury Prevention are the Keystone of Little League”WILLIAMSPORT, P.A. (Sep. 12, 2008) - The Little League International Communications Division has produced a comprehensive report on the history of Little League’s efforts and accomplishments regarding the wellbeing if its participants and volunteers. This white paper entitled “Hits and Runs … Bumps and Bruises: Health, Safety and Injury Prevention are the Keystone of Little League” provides and overview of the various advancements in these areas.
- White House Salutes Military Families in 20th Tee Ball on the South Lawn GameWASHINGTON D.C. (Sept. 7, 2008) - The 20th and final Tee Ball on the South Lawn Game of President George W. Bush’s administration, honoring U.S. Military families, was played today under bright blue skies.
- Final Tee Ball on the South Lawn Game of the Bush Administration To Feature Players from All Branches of U.S. MilitaryWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Sept. 3, 2008) – The 20th and last Tee Ball on the South Lawn Game of President George W. Bush’s administration will be played Sept. 7, and will honor families in the armed services.
- Little League Baseball World Series(2007) Is Nominated for a SportsTravel AwardWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Sept. 2, 2008) – SportsTravel magazine has announced that the 2007 Little League Baseball World Series has once again been nominated for a 2008 SportsTravel Award.
- Dozens of Little League Games Filled Summer TV ScheduleWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 25, 2008) - Little League Baseball and Softball International Tournament games were seen on television throughout the month of August, as each of the divisions that culminated with a World Series again had their respective championship games televised on ESPN or ESPN2, and all 32 games of the Little League Baseball World Series were shown live.
- Cities in Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina Selected as a Finalists for LL Southeast Region HeadquartersWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 22, 2008) – Three cities have been selected as the finalists for the relocation of the Southeast Region Headquarters of Little League Baseball and Softball, it was announced today by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League International.
- Noted Orthopaedic Surgeon, Dr. James Andrews Elected to Little League International Board of DirectorsWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 22, 2008) – Orthopaedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews of Birmingham, Ala., the world’s foremost authority on pitching-related injuries, has been elected to the Little League International Board of Directors it was announced today by Dennis Lewin, Chairman of Little League International Board of Directors.
- PIFB - Let Your Equipment Play Extra InningsWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 17, 2008) - Pitch In For Baseball™ helps bring baseball to underserved communities around the world. Pitch In For Baseball is the central organization for the collection and distribution of new and “gently used” youth baseball equipment.
- Recession? What Recession?WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 17, 2008) – Fans and families are attending the 2008 Little League Baseball World Series in record numbers.
- "I Won’t Cheat!" Foundation to Unveil Partnership With Little League International During 2008 Little League Baseball World SeriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 15, 2008) – Dale Murphy, former two-time National League Most Valuable Player and a member of the Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum Hall of Excellence, is the founder of the “I Won’t Cheat!” Foundation, and at the 2008 Little League Baseball World Series, all 16 teams will be wearing an “I Won’t Cheat!” patch on their uniforms in conjunction with Little League Baseball and Softball’s support of this initiative.
- 2008 Little League Award WinnersWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 15, 2008) - The 2008 Little League Award Winners have been selected!
- Former MLB Relief Pitcher Kent Tekulve to Receive Bill Shea Distinguished Little League Graduate AwardWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 15, 2008) – Over a 10-year span from the late-1970s to the late-80s, Kent Tekulve, the a former all-time leader in Major League Baseball (MLB) relief pitching appearances, was one of the marquee names for the “We Are Family” Pittsburgh Pirates. Now a color analyst for Pirates telecasts on Fox Sports Net (FSN) in Pittsburgh, Mr. Tekulve, will be presented the 2008 William A. “Bill” Shea Distinguished Little League Graduate Award during the 62nd Little League Baseball World Series in Williamsport, Pa., Aug. 15-24.
- Bill Fields Is 2008 Little League Challenger Award WinnerWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 15, 2008) – Bill Fields, Assistant District Administrator for the Challenger Division in Arizona District 5, will be recognized for his efforts on behalf of physically and mentally disabled children during the 2008 Little League Baseball World Series in Williamsport, Pa.
- Kevin Trainor named 2008 Good Sport of the Year by Little League InternationalWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 15, 2008) – The Little League Good Sport Award annually recognizes a Little League player who has demonstrated superior qualities of sportsmanship, leadership, a commitment to teamwork and a desire to excel. Kevin Trainor of Viera Suntree Little League in Melbourne, Fla., has exemplified all of those qualities, and this August at the 2008 Little League Baseball World Series in Williamsport, Pa., he will be recognized with the Little League Good Sport of the Year Award.
- Abby Contini Recognized as 2008 Little League Mom of the YearWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 15, 2008) – Abby Contini of Dover, Ohio, will be recognized during the Little League Baseball World Series as the 2008 Little League Mom of the Year.
- Pro Football Hall of Famer Ozzie Newsome to Be Enshrined in Little League Museum’s Hall of ExcellenceWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 15, 2008) – From Muscle Shoals, Ala., to Canton, Ohio, Ozzie Newsome has always appreciated his success, yet is modestly humble about his accomplishments. On Aug. 21, at the 62nd Little League Baseball World Series, the Pro Football Hall of Famer will be honored by Little League International with his is enshrinement into the Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum Hall of Excellence.
- Parents of Detroit Tigers’ Pitcher Justin Verlander Chosen as Little League Parents of the YearWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 15, 2008) – Pitching for the Detroit Tigers, Justin Verlander has experienced much success on the field, including an appearance in the 2006 Major League Baseball World Series and throwing a no-hitter in 2007. Although displaying grit, intensity and competitiveness on the mound, his compassion and grounded persona away from the field remain a tribute to his parents, Richard and Kathy.
- James Wright to Receive Little League Urban Initiative Volunteer of the Year AwardWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 15, 2008) – On and off the baseball field, James Wright has dedicated much of his life to furthering the appreciation and influence of Little League in his Tampa, Fla., neighborhood, and Little League International will recognize his commitment with the presentation of the Howard and Gail Paster Little League Urban Initiative Volunteer of the Year Award at the 62nd Little League Baseball World Series in Williamsport, Pa.
- Michael Smith Named Little League Volunteer of the YearWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 15, 2008) – Michael Smith has been a volunteer in the Nanticoke Little League for 11 years, and currently serves as league resident, but it is his efforts at many levels of the Little League program that have brought Mr. Smith to be honored as Little League’s Volunteer of the Year during the 62nd Little League Baseball World Series in Williamsport, Pa., this August.
- Unicoi County Little League in Tennessee is 2008 ASAP Award WinnerWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 15, 2008) –Little League Baseball and Softball is intent on providing a rewarding experience for all Little Leaguers, and through ASAP (A Safety Awareness Program), Unicoi County Little League in Erwin, Tenn., has helped its players, coaches, and volunteers play the game safely.
- Howard Hartman Award at Little League World SeriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 15, 2008) - The Williamsport/Lycoming County Chamber of Commerce will be recognized as recipient of the 2008 Howard Hartman Little League Friendship Award during the 62nd Little League Baseball World Series.
- Maryland’s Hagerstown Federal Little League Wins Mid-Atlantic Region, Completes Field for the 2008 Little League Baseball World SeriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 11, 2008) – Zane Schreiber was 3-for-3 with a double, grand slam and a solo home run for Hagerstown Federal Little League, which won the Mid-Atlantic Region Championship, 8-3, over Devon Stafford Little League from Devon, Pa., Monday night at Breen Field in Bristol, Conn.
- Activision Releases Little League World Series 2008 Video Game for Wii and Nintendo DSSANTA MONICA, Calif., and WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 11, 2008) – Activision, Inc., has announced that Little League World Series 2008 is now available for Wii™ and Nintendo DS™.
- Hawaii’s Waipio Little League Wins West Region Championship, Advances to 2008 Little League Baseball World SeriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 10, 2008) – Waipio Little League collected only four hits in its 4-3 win over Paseo Verde Little League from Henderson, Nev., on Saturday night, but three of the hits cleared the fence as Hawaii earned its 10th berth in the Little League Baseball World Series by winning the West Region Championship at Al Houghton Stadium in San Bernardino, Calif.
- Washington’s Mill Creek Little League Powers to Northwest Region Championship, Secures Spot in 2008 Little League Baseball World SeriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 9, 2008) – Pitcher Jason Todd picked up a complete-game victory, scattering five hits and striking out 10, in a 10-1 Mill Creek (Wash.) Little League victory over Murrayhill Little League from Beaverton, Ore., in the Northwest Region Championship game Saturday night at Al Houghton Stadium in San Bernardino, Calif.
- Jeffersonville, Ind., Little League Needs 11 Innings to Win Great Lakes Region Title, Reach 2008 Little League Baseball World SeriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 9, 2008) – Hayden Robb had struck out four times in the game, but his fifth official at-bat produced an RBI single that broke open a 4-4 deadlock, and sent Jefferson (Ind.) Little League on its way to an 11-4 win in 11 innings over Mt. Vernon (Ohio) Little League in the Great Lakes Region Championship game Saturday night at Stokely Field in Indianapolis.
- Canada’s White Rock-South Surrey Little League Earns Final International Berth in 2008 Little League Baseball World SeriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 9, 2008) – White Rock-Surrey Little League from White Rock, British Columbia, defeated Nova Scotia’s Glace Bay No. 1 Little League, 11-4, to claim the Canada Region championship, and secure the final international berth in the 62nd Little League Baseball World Series.
- Two Home Runs Earn Shelton National Little League New England Region Title, Berth in 2008 Little League Baseball World SeriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 9, 2008) – In the top of the sixth inning, Shelton National Little League’s Tyler Tice and Marcelo Ursini each hit solo home runs to propel the Connecticut state champions to a 2-1 win in the New England Region championship on Saturday at Breen Field in Bristol, Conn.
- South Dakota Pulls Away Late to Win Midwest Region Championship, Reaches Little League World Series for the First TimeWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 9, 2008) – Rapid City, South Dakota’s Canyon Lake National Little League scored three runs in the fourth inning and four more in the fifth inning to pull away for a 7-1 win over Coon Rapids National Little League from Minnesota, in the Midwest Region Championship game Saturday afternoon at Stokely Field in Indianapolis.
- Citrus Park Little League From Tampa, Fla., Uses the Long Ball to Win Southeast Region, Make 2008 Little League Baseball World SeriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 8, 2008) – Wyatt Reid hit two home runs, including the blast that capped an 11-0 Southeast Region Championship game victory for Tampa, Florida’s Citrus Park Little League over Westside Little League from Mobile, Ala., Friday night at Arnold S. White, Sr. Stadium in St. Petersburg, Fla.
- Emilia Little League Wins 2008 Europe Region Championship, Is First Native Team from Italy to Reach Little League Baseball World SeriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 8, 2008) – Emilia Little League from Emilia, Italy, became that county’s first native team to qualify for the Little League Baseball World Series by defeating Windmills Utrecht Little League, Netherlands, 8-1, in the Europe Region Championship game played on Friday in Kutno, Poland.
- Louisiana’s South Lake Charles Little League Wins Southwest Region in Extra Innings, Qualifies for 2008 Little League Baseball World SeriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Aug. 7, 2008) –South Lake Charles (La.) Little League become the first United States team to earn a berth in the 2008 Little League Baseball World Series by rallying to an 8-7 extra-inning win over Lamar American Little League from Richmond, Texas, in the Southwest Region Championship game played Thursday night at Marvin Norcross Stadium in Waco, Texas.
- MLB World Series Trophy Coming to Eastern Region HeadquartersBRISTOL, Conn. (Aug. 6, 2008) -- Injecting even more excitement to the Little League Baseball New England and Mid-Atlantic Regional Tournaments this week at the A. Bartlett Giamatti Little League Leadership Training Center in Bristol, Conn., the Boston Red Sox are sending their 2007 World Series Trophy to the Giamatti Center so that the state champions can get a first-hand look.
- Video Replay to be Used at 2008 Little League Baseball World SeriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 30, 2008) – Video replays will be used under limited circumstances for the first time at the Little League Baseball World Series, it was announced today. The 62nd annual tournament for 11-12-year-olds is scheduled for Aug. 15-24, the culmination of more than 16,000 games played worldwide to determine the World Champion.
- 2008 Little League Photo Contest Award Winners ChosenWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 30, 2008) – Rhonda Weiderhaft, a Little League volunteer from Santa Ana, Calif., snapped a shot of a Tee Ball Division player watching his hit as he tosses his bat during a game in Tustin Western Little League. Mrs. Weiderhaft’s photo has been voted the winner of the 2008 Little League Photo Contest.
- Matamoros Little League Wins Mexico’s National Championship, Earns Berth in 2008 Little League Baseball World SeriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 28, 2008) – Matamoros Little League earned its fourth trip to Williamsport by winning Mexico’s National Championship on Sunday in Monterrey. The Matamoros Little League of Tamaulipas, defeated Guaymas Sector Pesca Little League from Guaymas, Sonora, 5-1, to win the Mexico Region championship. Matamoros Little League finished the 12-team, three-phase tournament with an 11-1 record.
- Curacao, Saudi Arabia Qualify for 2008 Little League Baseball World SeriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 28, 2008) – For the sixth consecutive year, Pabao Little League from Willemstad on the island of Curacao will represent the Caribbean Region at the Little League Baseball World Series, while Arabian American Little League from Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, will be making its ninth consecutive appearance, but its first as Middle East and Africa Region (MEA) champion.
- USA Baseball Names Dr. Fred Mueller Chair of Medical/SafetyDURHAM, N.C., (July 25, 2008) – USA Baseball announced today that Dr. Fred Mueller has been named as the Chairman of the organization’s prestigious Medical/Safety Advisory Committee. Mueller assumes the leadership of the committee subsequent to the passing of Dr. Barry Goldberg in late September of 2007. Goldberg worked with Yale University and served as the Committee Chair since its inception in 1993.
- Several First-Time Countries in Little League InternationalWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 25, 2008) – Several countries are participating in the Little League International Tournament for the first time, helping to extend the benefits and reach of Little League to more children around the world.
- Southern Guam Little League Wins Asia-Pacific Region,Qualifies for 2008 Little League Baseball World SeriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 24, 2008) – Southern Guam Little League from Yona, Guam, has won the Asia-Pacific Region Championship, and is the third league to qualify for the 62nd Little League Baseball World Series in Williamsport, Pa.
- America’s Games: Tee Ball on the South Lawn All-Star Event Welcomes Little Leaguers from Every U.S. State to the White HouseWASHINGTON, (July 16, 2008) – Flanked by 51 Tee Ball players from all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia, President George W. Bush led the players in reciting the Little League Pledge, including the line, “I love my country …,” and for those players, families and Little League volunteers in attendance, it was a day to celebrate Little League in America.
- Williamsport, Pa.: SportsCenter “TitleTown USA” FinalistWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 16, 2008) – Williamsport, Pa., home of the Little League World Series, is one of 20 sports communities throughout the country to be named a SportsCenter “TitleTown USA” finalist. SportsCenter will debut a profile of Williamsport on Saturday, July 19, at 6 p.m. ET, with re-airs on subsequent live editions of the show at 11 p.m. and 1 a.m., respectively. The segment, with reporter Rachel Nichols, will be taped in Williamsport on Tuesday, July 15.
- Little League Urban Initiative, MLB and Bank of America Unveil Renovations to Castle Hill Little League Field in BronxWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 14, 2008) - The Little League Urban Initiative, Major League Baseball (MLB) and Bank of America recently showcased the renovations made to the Castle Hill Little League in Bronx, N.Y.
- Edogawa Minami Little League Wins Japan’s National Championship, Qualifies for 2008 Little League Baseball World SeriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 14, 2008) – Edogawa Minami Little League from Tokyo won Japan’s national championship on Saturday and earned the league’s first berth in the Little League Baseball World Series.
- Sara Thompson Named Softball Manager for Little League InternationalJune 26, 2008
- Little League Challenger Division Teams Play at Historic Yankee StadiumWillamsport, Pa. (July 12, 2008) - The Major League Baseball All-Star Game marked its return to New York City in July, and the Little League Challenger Division was a part of the festivities surrounding the 79th celebration of the Mid-Summer Classic and Yankee Stadium’s final season.
- From Little League to the Big LeagueWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 3, 2008) - At every level she has played, Ashley Smith has been on softball’s biggest stages. At the age of 13, she won the Senior League Softball World Series, in high school her team won three straight state championships, in college she competed in the NCAA Tournament and now she plays at the top level of professional softball, the National Pro Fastpitch League.
- Players Chosen for Tee Ball on the South Lawn All-Star Game – All 50 States to be RepresentedJune 19. 2008
- First Tee Ball on the South Lawn Game of 2008 Highlights Contributions by Hispanic Americans to the Sport of BaseballSAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO (July 3, 2008) – This year’s first “Tee Ball on the South Lawn” game, played Monday at the White House, had a touch of Latin flair with a team from Manati, Puerto Rico, playing a team from Camden, N.J., in recognition of baseball’s international appeal, and the contributions of Hispanic Americans to the sport.
- Team Hosts Play Major Role in Players’ ExperienceJune 10, 2008
- Little League International Mourns the Passing of Former ABC “Wide World of Sports” Host Jim McKay - June 9June 9th, 2008
- Coquivacoa Little League from Venezuela Is First to Qualify For 2008 Little League Baseball World SeriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (July 2, 2008) - A team from Venezuela became the first to earn a berth in the 62nd Little League Baseball World Series by winning the Latin America Region Tournament on Saturday in Maracaibo, Venezuela.
- President Bush Invites Little League Tee Ball Teams from Puerto Rico, New Jersey to White HouseJune 12, 2008
- 2008 Fifth Annual Urban Initiative Jamboree Showcases Heart, Hustle and TogethernessWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 29, 2008) - The players were weary, but their hearts had plenty of hustle left, as the final outs of the 2008 Little League Urban Initiative Jamboree at Little League International in Williamsport, were recorded.
- Some Batting Helmets Recalled by Rawlings Sporting GoodsMay 28th, 2008
- Little League Urban Initiative Participates In Field Dedication at Rosemoor Little League in ChicagoMay 27, 2008
- Little League Volunteer Kari Dahl, Pitch In For Baseball Equip Little League in California Following FireMay 30, 2008
- Teams from Across the United States Arrive in Williamsport for the 2008 Fifth Annual Urban Initiative JamboreeWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 25, 2008) - For 14 regular season Little League teams, the dream of playing in Williamsport has now become a reality with the opening of the fifth annual Urban Initiative Jamboree.
- Like Kids Again: 2008 Urban Initiative Jamboree Participants Enjoying Opportunity, ExperienceWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 24, 2008) – Nearly 200 players are spending the Memorial Day Weekend playing baseball on the fields at Little League International, while their families and the other adult accompanying the teams offer encouragement and appreciate being invited to the fifth annual Urban Initiative Jamboree.
- Family a Common Focus among 2008 Little League Urban Initiative Jamboree TeamsWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 24, 2008) – Little League Baseball is full of parents who became involved in their local league by volunteering to coach. For those individuals, the 2008 Little League Urban Initiative Jamboree has provided an assortment of unique and priceless moments for themselves and their children.
- Making a Difference the Focus for One Team at the 2008 Urban Initiative JamboreeWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 24, 2008) – Having a lasting impression on a group of kids makes spending the majority of each day grooming fields at the Carver Field Little League Complex in Milwaukee, Wis., well worth it for league creator, director, and executive James Beckum.
- Stotz Scholarship Recipients Honored by Little LeagueMay 20, 2008
- Basics of Youth Baseball Video Created for ChinaMay 13, 2008
- It’s Subway’s 2008 Little League Baseball World Series Sweepstakes!May 10, 2008
- Little League International, Major League Baseball Partner to Host 2008 Fifth Annual Urban Initiative JamboreeWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (May 6, 2008) - Through the generosity of Major League Baseball, 14 regular season teams from urban communities and neighborhoods will be making the memorable trip to Williamsport, Pa., the home of Little League Baseball and Softball, for the fifth annual Little League Urban Initiative Jamboree, over the extended Memorial Day Weekend, May 23-26.
- Experiences, Opportunities, but Mostly for Fun, Local Little Leagues Finding Ways to Send Kids to Summer CampMay 5, 2008
- Alpenrose Dairy Farm, Home of the Little League Softball World Series, Receives Prestigious Award from State of OregonMay 2, 2008
- Lexington, Ky., Selected as Site of Little League’s Silver Anniversary International CongressWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (April 30, 2008) – More than 1,500 Little League volunteers representing every U.S. state and dozens of countries around the globe will chart the course of the world’s largest organized youth sports program for the following three years when they attend the 25th Little League International Congress in Lexington, Ky., March 12-15, 2010.
- Activision to Release “Little League Baseball World Series 2008” Video Game for Wii and Nintendo DS Game SystemsApril 24, 2008
- 2008 NSTEP Slogan Contest Encourages Awareness of the Hazards of Spit TobaccoApril 18, 2008
- New England Sports Network, Madison Square Garden Network to Televise LLB New England, Mid-Atlantic Region Tournament Games - April 14April 14th, 2008
- President Bush Invites Little Leaguers From All 50 States for Tee Ball Game on July 16thApril 14, 2008
- POWERade Teams Up With Little League(April 1, 2008) - As the first pitches of the new year are thrown worldwide, Little League is excited to announce the addition of a new teammate to the roster – a teammate that we expect will help all of our ballplayers be their best on the field. It is our pleasure to welcome POWERade as the official beverage of Little League Baseball and Softball. In addition to tasting great, POWERade helps players stay hydrated and energized throughout practices and games.
- President Bush Delivers Baseball Equipment to Little League in Ghana, Watches Tee Ball GameFebruary 20,2008
- Ace Hardware Invites Little Leagues to be a Part of the Fourth Annual ‘Fields for the Future’ ProgramFebruary 20, 2008
- Little League International Mourns the Passing of Tom BoyleFebruary 18. 2008
- Properly Completing Required Volunteer Background Checks Is a Must in Making Little Leagues SaferFebruary 15, 2008
- Demiko Ervin Named Assistant Director Of Little League’s Southern RegionFebruary 5, 2008
- Confederation of European Baseball Commits to Little LeagueJanuary 25, 2008
- USA Softball Olympic Gold Medalist Michele Smith To Conduct Series of Little League Softball ClinicsJanuary 15, 2008
- Boundary Map Needed So Tournament Teams Can Be EligibleJanuary 8, 2007
- Pitch In For Baseball Expands Support for Little League’s Urban Initiative(Jan., 3 2008) - Pitch In For Baseball (PIFB), Little League’s equipment donation partner, continues to expand the ways in which it is supporting the growth of Little League Baseball and Softball. In 2007, PIFB made its first donation to the Urban Initiative, with assistance to programs in cities like Trenton, N.J., Pittsburgh, Atlanta, Philadelphia and Houston.
- Get Ready for 2008 with the Little League Equipment and Supplies Catalog
