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September-December

Little League International Mourns the Passing of Longtime District Administrator Charlie FortenbackerSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 29, 2011) - Little League International mourns the passing of New Jersey District 17 Administrator Charlie Fortenbacker. He was 81.
Coaches Toolkit A Valuable Resource For Little League Coaches and ManagersSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 16, 2011) - The Little League Baseball and Softball Coaches Toolkit (previously called the Coaches Registry) was created in 2007, to help managers and coaches improve their knowledge and learn how to be more effective in their many roles as a coach.
New Regional Round Tables Give Little League Volunteers a Voice in Rule ChangesSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 16, 2011) – Little League International, in an effort to provide education and increase the opportunities for its grass-roots volunteers in the rules and regulation modification process, have put together a series of regional round tables that will begin in January.
Interior of Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum to Be Completely RenovatedSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 14, 2011) – The exterior will retain the same dignified look as the rest of the buildings on Little League International’s 72-acre complex, but the interior of the Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum will be completely transformed over the next two years as Little League approaches its Diamond Anniversary.
New Mobile-Friendly Webpage Provides Easy Access to Little League-Approved Bat ListSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 13, 2011) - Little League International has developed a mobile-friendly webpage. The page is designed to scale to the various screen sizes available on mobile devices. The webpage provides a current listing of licensed baseball bats with a 2 1/4 inch maximum diameter that are currently approved for use in the baseball divisions of Little League (Little League [Majors] Division and below).
Little League Museum Plans Night at the Museum for Girl ScoutsSOUTH WILLAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 13, 2011) – Area Girl Scouts will have the opportunity to earn a fun patch and stay overnight at the Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum Jan. 14-15 for its second Night at the Museum.
Little League Museum Holiday Hours; Toys for Tots Offer Winding DownSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 12, 2011) – The holidays will soon be here and the Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum will operate under special hours. Additionally, time is running out for its Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots promotion.
Pitch In For Baseball Coordinates Equipment Delivery to Little Leagues in Tsunami-Ravaged JapanSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT (Dec. 9, 2011) – On March 11, 2011, Japan experienced the fifth-largest earthquake recorded since 1900. The powerful, magnitude 9.0 quake hit northeastern Japan, triggering a tsunami with 10-meter-high waves that devastated several cities across the Japanese mainland. Amidst the destruction, many Little Leagues were left in ruin.
2012 Little League Baseball World Series Ticket Lottery Now ActiveSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 7, 2011) – Each year, Little League International provides an opportunity for Little League fans to receive tickets to the Little League Baseball World Series Championship game through the Little League Baseball World Series Ticket Lottery.
Little League Offers 50-70 Pilot Program in 2012SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 1, 2011) - Little League International has completed a second year of assessments of the 50-70 Pilot Program that was made available to local leagues beginning in January 2010, and will offer an updated option to local leagues in 2012.
Twisted by Emotion: Little Leaguers in Joplin, Mo., Survive Devastating Tornado, Humbled by Outpouring of SupportSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 30, 2011) – Imagine hearing thunder, and the chilling fear that follows, knowing that a tornado may be swirling off in the distance. The people of Joplin, Mo., have coped with this unsettling feeling every day since May 22, 2011, when an F5 tornado ripped through their city.
“Big Al” Price to Host Coaching Clinic Series for Little LeaguesSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 28, 2011) – Little League International and “Big Al” Price have partnered for another season of Little League Coaching Clinics.
Bulletin: Significant Policy, Rule, and Regulation Changes for 2012SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 23, 2011) - Little League International today announced the full list of significant changes that will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2012, to the policies, rules and regulations of the program.
Little League Guidelines on Reporting AbuseSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 22, 2011) - For more than a decade, Little League has led the way among youth sports organizations in assisting local leagues to keep child sex offenders out of the program.
Little League International Mourns Passing of U.S. Marine Joshua CorralSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, PA. (Nov. 22, 2011) - Lance Cpl. Joshua Corral, a Marine and Little League graduate serving his first tour of duty overseas, was killed in Afghanistan Nov. 18 while in combat in Helmand province.
Double Play: Little League Graduate Justin Verlander Adds 2011 American League MVP Award to Cy Young SelectionSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 22, 2011) – Detroit Tigers’ ace and Tuckahoe Little League graduate Justin Verlander won the 2011 American League Cy Young Award as the league’s best pitcher, and now he is considered the league’s most outstanding performer bar none following his selection as Most Valuable Player.
Little League Museum Will be Open this Weekend for Holiday ShoppingSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 22, 2011) – The Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum will be open during its normal hours over the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday weekend. The museum will be open this weekend from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both Friday and Saturday.
Little League Grad Joe Maddon Earns Second American League Manager of the Year AwardSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 17, 2011) – Joe Maddon, a graduate of West Hazleton (Pa.) Little League, received 26 of a possible 28 first-place votes from the Baseball Writers' Association of America (BBWAA) to win his second American League Manager of the Year Award.
More Options Now Available in Teen Baseball Divisions of Little LeagueSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 16, 2011) – Little League International today announced a change to the regulations for 2012 that will allow more options in the teenage divisions of baseball.
Little League Board of Directors Profile: Dennis LewinSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 16, 2011) - After working weekends for much of his professional career, it would be easy to understand if Dennis Lewin would have wanted to occupy his time in retirement with activities that would allow him to make his own schedule.
Sean Farawell Named Little League Central Region Assistant DirectorSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 15, 2011) – Sean Farawell has been named the Assistant Director of Little League’s Central Region, it was announced by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball. The Central Region office, the Reuben F. Glick Little League Center, is located in Indianapolis, Ind.
Dates, Sites for 2012 Little League World Series Tournaments AnnouncedSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 14, 2011) – The dates and sites for the eight Little League World Series tournaments in 2012 were approved Friday 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.
Little League International Board of Directors Approves Promotions for Five Senior Staff MembersSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 14, 2011) – The Little League International Board of Directors, at its annual meeting recently convened in South Williamsport, Pa., announced that five members of the Little League Baseball and Softball Senior Staff have received promotions.
Fred Welser Named Big League Softball World Series Tournament DirectorSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 14, 2011) – Fred Welser, a Little League volunteer since 1988, has been named the Tournament Director for the Big League Softball World Series, it was announced by Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball.
Little League International Mourns the Passing of Former Virginia District 6 Administrator Butch CuthriellSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (Nov. 14, 2011) - Little League International mourns the passing of Charles M. “Butch” Cuthriell III, former Virginia District 6 Administrator.
Four New Members of the Little League International Board of Directors Take Their Seats at Annual MeetingSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 11, 2011) – The Little League International Board of Directors convened today for its annual meeting in South Williamsport, Pa., with four new members taking their seats on the 30-member board.
Chris Drury, Former National Hockey League Standout, Elected to Little League International Board of DirectorsSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 11, 2011) - A humble pursuit of excellence has defined Chris Drury since his childhood. Therefore, it’s fitting that his next step following the conclusion of a remarkable National Hockey League career was to provide his insight and experience to the largest youth sports organization in the world as a member of the Little League International Board of Directors.
Little League International Mourns the Passing of California District 10 Administrator Bob BerrySOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (Nov. 11, 2011) - Little League International mourns the passing of Bob Berry, California District 10 Administrator.
Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim Host Sixth Annual Little League Orange County Challenger ClassicSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (Nov. 9, 2011) - More than 40 Little League Challenger Division teams gathered at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif., home of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, to participate in the Sixth Annual Bank of America Orange County Little League Challenger Division Classic.
Little League International Mourns the Passing of Indiana District 9 Administrator Dean PiersonSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (Nov. 9, 2011) - Little League International mourns the passing of Dean Pierson, Indiana District 9 Administrator.
Little League International Announces Bat Rules Changes for 2012 SeasonSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 3, 2012) – In an effort to provide timely information on bat rules, Little League International today announced the bat specifications and standards for the 2012 season.
Little League International Receives Grant from Eureka Resources to Offset Police Overtime at Little League Baseball World SeriesSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 3, 2011) – Little League International announced today it has received a donation from Eureka Resources, LLC, to help compensate local police agencies for overtime worked during the 2011 Little League Baseball World Series.
Little League Museum Is Collection Center for Toys for Tots ProgramSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 3, 2011) - Anyone bringing a new, unwrapped toy with a value of at least $10 to the Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum in South Williamsport, Pa., can experience the joy of giving as well as receiving this holiday season.
Little League International Congratulates Little League Baseball World Series Alum Lance Lynn, St. Louis Cardinals on Winning MLB World SeriesSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 28, 2011) – The St. Louis Cardinals won their 11th World Series Championship in franchise history, defeating the Texas Rangers - four games to three. Lance Lynn, who played in the 1999 Little League Baseball World Series for Brownsburg (Ind.) Little League, was a key contributor out of the bullpen for the National League Champions, highlighted by a perfect eighth inning in the title-clinching Game 7 victory over the two-time American League Champs.
Little League International Mourns the Passing of Bill Henry, Little League Baseball World Series Security Committee MemberSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 29, 2011) – William E. Henry, an original member of the Little League Baseball World Series Security Committee, passed away on October 27. He was 56
Five New Members Begin Terms on Little League International Advisory BoardSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 28, 2011) – Five people with more than 120 years of combined experience in the Little League Baseball and Softball program are set to begin their terms on the Little League International Advisory Board it was announced by Stephen D. Keener, Little League International President and Chief Executive Officer. The annual fall meeting begins today at the Little League International complex in South Williamsport, Pa.
Little League International Hosts Training Program for New Volunteer District AdministratorsSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 17, 2011) – A two-day educational program to provide information and training for new District Administrators was recently held at Little League International.
Little League Museum and Lycoming College Business Class to Host Cub Scout EventSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 26, 2011) – The Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum, in conjunction with Dr. Neil Boyd’s business class at Lycoming College, is inviting local Cub Scouts to “Sunday Funday Field Day” which will be held Nov. 13 from 1 to 5 p.m.
Get the Benefits of Little League's Facebook PageSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 12, 2011) - Over the past year, Little League International staffers have answered thousands of questions from parents, volunteers and fans on the Little League Baseball and Softball Facebook Fan Page. The page, one of several administered by Little League, now has nearly 50,000 followers from all 50 U.S. states and scores of other countries.
Little League Museum Hosts Seventh Annual Monster Mash Baseball BashSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 24, 2011) – The Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum recently hosted an evening of child-friendly Halloween activities. The museum, part of the Little League International complex on Route 15 in South Williamsport, was the site of the seventh annual Monster Mash Baseball Bash.
Teachable Moments: Former Little League Baseball World Series Player Relishes Exciting Moments, Applies Experiences to LifeSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 4, 2011) - Understanding what it is to be a champion came at the tender age of 12 for Spencer White. Now 21, Spence, a senior at Ithaca College in New York, reflects fondly on the summer of 2002 when he, and his teammates, from Harlem (N.Y.) Little League played in the Little League Baseball World Series.
Several Major Leaguers in the 2011 MLB Postseason Got Their Start in Little LeagueSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 17, 2011) – Of the eight teams entering Major League Baseball’s 2011 postseason, many players have ties to Little League.
Hopkins (Minn.) Area Little League is 2011 ASAP WinnerSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Sept. 15, 2011) – 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.
Little League International Mourns the Passing of Wilbert WilsonSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Sept. 13, 2011) – Little League International mourns the passing of Wilbert Wilson, who was the longtime Maintenance Supervisor at Little League International until his retirement in 2001.
Little League Baseball and Softball Recognizes Annual Awards Program HonoreesSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Sept. 13, 2011) - Each year, Little League International encourages its districts and leagues around the world to nominate individuals deserving of recognition for their commitment to, and impact on, the Little League program. Participation in the Awards Program helps demonstrate the benefits and values of volunteerism, family and sportsmanship. The Little League Awards program recipients are recognized annually at the Little League Baseball World Series in South Williamsport, Pa.
Former Little League International Board Member George Berardi Passes AwaySOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (Sept. 1, 2011) - Little League International mourns the passing of George Berardi, a former District Administrator (DA) in Massachusetts, and member the Little League International Board of Directors.