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September-December
- Joe Patterson Nominated to Represent Southwestern Region on Little League International Board of DirectorsSOUTH 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.
- Little League® International and Baseball Factory Extend PartnershipSOUTH 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.
- Little League International Mourns the Passing of Richard Hilton, Manager of 1983 Little League Baseball World Series ChampionsSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 28, 2012) - Little League International mourns the passing of Richard Hilton, Sr.
- Patrick W. Wilson, Sr. VP of Operations & Program Development, Discusses Little League Intermediate (50/70) Baseball DivisionSOUTH 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.
- Bulletin: Significant Rule and Regulation Changes for 2013SOUTH 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.
- Little League International Mourns the Passing of Lee Bennett, Coach of the 1955 Cannon Street YMCA All-StarsSOUTH 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.
- From the Heart of Little League Came Comfort for the Victims of Hurricane SandySOUTH 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.
- “Big Al” Price to Host Clinic Series Designed for Rookie, Veteran Little Leagues CoachesSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Nov. 15, 2012) - Little League International and “Big Al” Price have partnered for another season of Little League Coaching Clinics.
- Little League International Mourns the Passing of John SchneppSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 5, 2012) - Little League International mourns the passing of John Schnepp. He was 85.
- Little League International Mourns the Passing of Kentucky District 5 Administrator Roger RominesSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Dec. 5, 2012) - Little League International mourns the passing of Kentucky District 5 Administrator Roger Romines. He was 57.
- Louisville Slugger TPX Dynasty-12 (Model: YB12D) Black/Red/Grey Fail Compliance TestingSOUTH 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.
- Mattingly Balistk (Model: BTKYB) Blue Model Fails Compliance TestingSOUTH 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.
- Toys for Tots Collection Site Moves from Little League Museum Next Door to Administration BuildingSOUTH 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.
- Dates and Sites for 2013 Little League World Series Tournaments AnnouncedSOUTH 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.
- Dr. Davie Jane Gilmour Assumes Chairmanship of the Little League International Board of DirectorsSOUTH 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.
- Hugh Tanner of Houston, Texas Voted Chairman-Elect of the Little League International Board of DirectorsSOUTH 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.
- Humble Endeavour by One Little Leaguer Offers Inspiration in the Battle Against CancerSOUTH 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.
- Three New Members Join Little League International Advisory BoardSOUTH 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.
- On the Road Again: Little League International Gearing Up for Little League Road Show SeasonSOUTH 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.
- Second Annual New District Administrator Training Welcomes First-Year DAs from Around the WorldSOUTH 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.
- WVIA Public Television Receives Regional Emmy Award for Production of 2011 Little League Challenger GameSouth 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.
- Little League International Mourns the Passing of Former New York District 7 District Administrator George CheresnowskySOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (Oct. 29, 2012) - Little League International mourns the passing of former New York District 7 Administrator George Cheresnowsky. He was 92.
- Little League, SKLZ Team Filming Series of Instructional VideosSOUTH 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.
- Little League International Announces Name of New Baseball DivisionSOUTH 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.
- Lance Van Auken Named Vice President and Executive Director of Little League MuseumSOUTH 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.
- Little League International Recognizes Best Safety Plans in the United States at Annual ASAP BreakfastSOUTH 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.
- International Teams Show Well En Route to 2012 World Series ChampionshipsSOUTH 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.
- Little League International Mourns the Passing of Washington District 1 Administrator Tony Monfiletto, Sr.SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa., (Sept 4, 2012) - Little League International mourns the passing of Washington District 1 Administrator, Tony Monfiletto, Sr. He was 79.
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