January - April
Print- Little League Summer Camp Story - A Summer DreamWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Apr. 30, 2009) - Jeff Yasalonis lives in Philadelphia, and has always been a serious Phillies fan; he worships Chase Utley. But here is how much Jeff, 12, loved attending Little League Baseball’s summer camp in Williamsport, Pa.: He didn’t mind wearing the Pittsburgh Pirates’ colors for the week he was there.
- Little League International Issues Statement Regarding Swine Flu OutbreakWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (April 30, 2009) – Little League International has issued a statement regarding the recent outbreak of swine flu. Little League encourages local league volunteers in the 50 states where Little League is played, as well as the 75 other countries, to obtain the latest information from appropriate authorities, so an informed decision can be made at the local level. The full text of the statement can be found by clicking on the headline above.
- Little League Urban Initiative Unveils New Little League Tee Ball Field in Portland OregonWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (April 30, 2009) – The Little League Urban Initiative and the Portland (Ore.) Development Commission recently dedicated a field for the Lents Little League Tee Ball program in Portland.
- Little Leaguer John Lopez Selected as One of the Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes Youth Achievement Award RecipientsWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (April 30, 2009) - The Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes® Earn Your Stripes™ program and ESPN.com have selected John Lopez of Arizona’s Palo Verde Little League as a finalist for the second annual Youth Achievement Award to be presented at the 2009 ESPY Breakfast.
- MLB’s “All-Stars Among Us” Campaign to Highlight Commitment to CommunityWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (April 24, 2009) - Major League Baseball has created a community awareness campaign called “All-Stars Among Us.” The program will showcase baseball’s commitment to the community by recognizing 30 “everyday All-Stars” who go above and beyond the call of duty in their daily lives.
- Former Texas District 8 Administrator Katheryn Garner Passes AwayWILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (April 24, 2009) - Little League International mourns the passing of Katheryn Garner, former Texas District 8 Administrator.
- Taking a Swing at Living a Long and Healthy LifeWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (April 24, 2009) – When sports personality and former Little Leaguer Ed Randall says he is thrilled to be a life-long baseball fan, it’s because 10 years ago he did not think he’d still be alive today to enjoy the game.
- Little League International, MVP Band Complete Licensing AgreementWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (April 20, 2009) – Little League International has established a multi-year licensing agreement with the MVP Band - a resistance training device that strengthens players’ arms.
- Little League International to Host Sixth Annual Urban Initiative JamboreeWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (April 16, 2009) – Ten 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 sixth annual Little League Urban Initiative Jamboree, over the extended Memorial Day Weekend, May 22-25.
- Little League International Mourns the Passing of Baseball Hall of Fame Broadcaster Harry KalasWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (April 14, 2009) – Harry Kalas, the legendary play-by-play voice of Major League Baseball's Philadelphia Phillies, passed away on Monday night. He was 73.
- Little League Urban Initiative, Hilton Foundation Unveils Renovated Little League Fields in Bronx, N.Y.WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (April 9, 2009) – The Little League Urban Initiative and the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation have collaborated on a multi-field revitalization project that will benefit the Bronxchester, Parkchester and Van Nest Little Leagues in Bronx, N.Y.
- Activision’s Little League World Series Baseball 2009 Coming in JuneWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. and SANTA MONICA, Calif. (April 9, 2009) – Activision Publishing Inc., has announced that Little League World Series Baseball 2009, the sequel to 2008’s critically-acclaimed hit baseball game, will be released this June for Wii™, Nintendo DS™, and later this fall, on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. The title is a natural progression for the franchise, offering Little Leaguers and their families more features and refined, accessible game play.
- First Names Drawn for Little League Baseball World Series Championship Game TicketsWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (April 8, 2009) – In the lobby of the Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum, Little League International continued its year-long celebration of the program’s 70th anniversary with Thomas ‘Tuck’ Frazier, a player during Little League’s first season in 1939, selecting the first winning names in the annual Little League Baseball World Series ticket lottery.
- Re-Opening Day Set for Galveston, Texas Little Leaguers Recovering From Hurricane IkeGALVESTON, Texas (April 8, 2009) – Not many in Southeastern Texas were thinking about baseball last September when Hurricane Ike pounded the area with storm surge from the Gulf of Mexico and 120 mile-per-hour winds with driving rain. Yet, six months after that storm altered the landscape of Galveston, Little Leaguers all around the region are kicking off their season thanks to the fortitude and spirit of countless volunteers and the generosity of Pitch In For Baseball®.
- 2009 Annual Photo Contest - July 15th DeadlineWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (April 7, 2009) - Once again, the Little League photo contest is underway, and open to any Little League volunteer. The annual Little League Baseball and Softball Photo Contest will gather entries and award recognition to three photographers for their images depicting Little League Baseball and Softball activities.
- Subway Unveils ‘Baseball Design Across America’ Tour at Little League’s National Opening DayMILFORD, Conn., and WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (March 30, 2009) – Through its partnership with Little League Baseball and Softball, Subway Restaurants announced its “Baseball Design Across America” tour which commenced with Little League’s National Opening Day game in Los Angeles on March 24.
- Washington District 8 Administrator Gary Newsome Passes AwayWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Mar. 27 2009) - Gary Newsome, Washington District 8 Administrator, passed away on March 19. He was 69.
- Little Leagues Can Host MLB Pitch, Hit and Run CompetitionsWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (March 26, 2009) – Local Little Leagues wishing to provide players with a skills assessment program are encouraged to host a Major League Baseball’s 2009 Pitch, Hit and Run competition.
- Chance Meeting Brings Back Fond Little League MemoriesWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (March 24, 2009) – Little League has touched millions of lives and made millions more memories in its 70 years, but for Erik Jensen of Fox Island, Wash., and Jeff Washburn from Seattle, their recent chance reunion was distinctly unique
- Little League Softball Days Provide Instruction, Exposure for Local Leagues, PlayersWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (March 20, 2009) – Softball has been a component of the Little League program for 35 years and in an effort to highlight the benefits of participating in Little League Softball and showcase the college softball experience, district administrators are encouraging their leagues to visit a “Little League Softball Day.”
- Little League International, Baseball Factory Form Strategic PartnershipWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (March 18, 2009) – Little League International announced today a strategic partnership with Baseball Factory that will provide youth players worldwide with increased player development and college placement opportunities. Little League International has named Baseball Factory as the Exclusive and Official Player Development Partner of Little League Baseball. The organizations will work together to provide Little League members with new opportunities to develop their skills and increase their success both on and off the field.
- Little League Coaches Registry Provides Unique Materials to Coaches and ManagersWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (March 13, 2009) – The Little League Baseball and Softball Coaches Registry was created in 2007, to help its managers and coaches improve their knowledge and learn how to be more effective teachers.
- Little League International Mourns the Passing of John BankertWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (March 12, 2009) – Little League International today mourns the passing of John Bankert, who served on the Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum Board of Directors, and was Executive Director of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio.
- Nominations Are Now Being Accepted for the 2009 Little League International Awards ProgramWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Mar. 11, 2009) - With the 2009 Little League season in full swing, now is the time to consider recognizing individuals for their commitment to the Little League program.
- Community Energy Partnership Promotes Energy Efficiency at Little League’s Western Region HeadquartersSAN BERNARDINO, Calif. (March 10, 2009) - The Little League Baseball and Softball Western Region Headquarters in San Bernardino, Calif., has received numerous energy efficient upgrades as a result of the City of San Bernardino’s participation in the Community Energy Partnership.
- Pioneering Spirit: District Administrator Bob Santheson Was a Forbearer of Little League’s Challenger DivisionWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (March 5, 2009) – Good ideas seem to find ways of becoming reality, no matter the obstacles set forth by the conventional wisdom of the day.
- Easton Sports Signs on to Be Official Equipment Supplier to Little League Baseball and SoftballWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. and VAN NUYS, Calif. (March 2, 2009) – Easton Sports and Little League International have entered into a multi-year partnership that affords the sporting goods company exclusive rights to distribute baseball gloves, batter’s gloves, catcher’s gear, equipment bags, footwear and accessories to Little League World Series participants.
- Little League International Mourns the Passing of Linda CammarataWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Feb. 27, 2009) – Little League International mourns the passing on Tuesday of Linda Cammarata, mother of Michael Cammarata. Mr. Cammarata was a Little League Baseball World Series participant who later became a firefighter and perished on Sept. 11, 2001, in the attack on the World Trade Center.
- Tips from the Treasurer: Protect Your League, and Yourself, from Financial ProblemsWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Feb. 26, 2009) – In every local Little League, a great amount of well-deserved trust is placed in volunteers. In all instances, volunteers are expected to do the right thing – whether it is ensuring players on an All-Star team are eligible, ensuring the managers and coaches have passed the background check, or ensuring the money raised for the benefit of the children in the league is wisely spent.
- Patrick Pacacha Named Little League International’s Director of PublicationsWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Feb. 25, 2009) – Patrick Pacacha has assumed the duties of Director of Publications for Little League International in Williamsport, it was announced today by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball.
- Despite Economy Little League Remains the Affordable Choice for Children, Families and NeighborhoodsWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Feb. 12, 2009) – Since its founding, Little League has remained a community-based program, that is operated by local volunteers and supported by the neighborhoods it serves. The cost of operation is an annual task for local Little Leagues throughout the world, but still the program remains the most widely-recognized and affordable option for more than 2.6 million children (ages 5-to-18) who wish to play organized baseball or softball.
- Little League Magazine to be Mailed SoonWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Feb. 11, 2009) - The 2009 edition of Little League Magazine (Presented by Major League Baseball) will begin mailing later this month. The newest issue – with Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Carl Crawford on the cover – is packed with great stories, colorful photos, games, and tips from the pros in both baseball and softball.
- Little League Time Capsule Project UnderwayWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Feb. 11, 2009) – To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the founding of Little League, participants from around the world are invited to send a message to Little Leaguers and Little League volunteers of the future.
- Little League International, National Pro Fastpitch Partner To Broaden Exposure, Expand Resources for Little League SoftballWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Feb. 11, 2009) – The National Pro Fastpitch (NPF) Softball League and Little League International have established a partnership that will provide the Little League Softball program with additional training and education resources, and expand awareness and opportunities for the NPF and the nearly 400,000 girls who play in the various divisions of Little League Softball.
- Little League International Encourages Local Leagues to Make the ‘I Won’t Cheat’ CommitmentWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Feb. 3, 2009) – Little League International has partnered with former Major Leaguer and two-time National League Most Valuable Player, Dale Murphy, and his “I Won’t Cheat” Foundation to provide local leagues an additional avenue to positively influence Little Leaguers.
- Fourth Annual World Challenger Jamboree Set for Spring 2009WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Jan. 30, 2009) – Virginia District 8 will host the fourth annual “Challenger Little League Baseball World Jamboree” May 8-10, 2009 at the Azalea Little League Complex in Norfolk, Va. The jamboree will include games, tours, picnics and other special events.
- Demiko Ervin Named Director of Little League Urban InitiativeWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Jan. 20, 2009) – Demiko Ervin has assumed the duties of Director of the Little League Urban Initiative and will join the staff at Little League International in Williamsport, it was announced today by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball.
- ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” to Feature Challenger Division Player, Family in Next EpisodeWILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (Jan 16, 2009) - At 8 p.m. on Jan. 18th the ABC television program “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” will feature the story of a Little League Challenger Division player and his family, who live in Blue Ridge Summit, Pa. and are members of Pen Mar Little League in Pennsylvania District 14. Joe Wendler is the Pennsylvania District 14 District Administrator
- USA Softball Olympic Gold Medalist Michele Smith, Little League Sets Dates for Series of Softball ClinicsWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Jan. 14, 2009) – Little League Baseball and Softball and two-time USA Softball Olympic gold medalist Michele Smith will once again team up for a series of clinics sponsored by Musco Sports Lighting, the official sports lighting system of Little League.
- Philadelphia Phillies’ World Series Championship Trophy Displayed at Little League MuseumWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Jan. 14, 2009) – Major League Baseball fans visited the Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum on Wednesday, Jan. 14 to see The Commissioner’s Trophy, better known as the Major League Baseball World Series Championship Trophy, won by the Philadelphia Phillies in five games over the Tampa Bay Rays.
- Little League Southwest Region Headquarters Named for President George W. BushWACO, Texas (Jan. 14, 2009) – Little League’s Southwest Region Headquarters in Waco, Texas, has been renamed in honor of President George W. Bush, the first U.S. President to have played Little League, it was announced today by Dennis Lewin, Chairman of the Little League International Board of Directors.
- Planning to Attend the Little League Baseball World Series? Here’s How to Request TicketsWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 1, 2009) – The annual Little League Baseball World Series Ticket Lottery provides Little League fans with a chance to receive tickets to the World Championship Game of the 2010 Little League Baseball World Series, scheduled for Aug. 29.
- Time Capsule from 1960 Discovered at Little League InternationalWILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Jan. 5, 2009) – During construction on the Administration Building at Little League International, a severely rusted metal can was discovered recently inside the walls of the original building, with its contents providing insight into the direction of the organization that remains unchanged after nearly a half-century.
- Fifth Annual Western Region Challenger Jamboree Coming to Dublin, Calif.WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (April 23, 2009) – Local Little League administrators, parents and special needs children will gather in Dublin, Calif., on May 22-24, 2009 to participate in the fifth annual Western Region Challenger Jamboree. This Little League event is one of several to be hosted in the coming months by Little League Baseball and Softball at various locations across the country.
