BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Little League - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.littleleague.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Little League REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240202T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240207T150000 DTSTAMP:20260525T205518 CREATED:20231211T154044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T160357Z UID:10000546-1706875200-1707318000@www.littleleague.org SUMMARY:West Region: Umpire Academy #1 DESCRIPTION:The West Region Umpire Academy is designed for the volunteer Little League Umpire. It is 5 days of classroom and on the field training that delves into rules knowledge\, mechanics\, umpiring philosophy and game management. Training materials and meals will be provided. Umpire gear is required. Students are strongly urged to dress as an umpire during all sessions. Please Note: There will be NO lodging provided. Lunch & Dinner will be provided at the facility. \nUmpire Academy Information: \n\nCheck in will begin Friday\, 12:00pm\nAcademy instruction will begin Friday 1:00pm\nAcademy will conclude Wednesday 3:00pm\n$250 to attend\n\nRegister Now URL:https://www.littleleague.org/event/2024-west-region-umpire-academy-1/ LOCATION:21 E 5th St\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240204T120000 DTSTAMP:20260525T205518 CREATED:20230907T171810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T185947Z UID:10000652-1706896800-1707048000@www.littleleague.org SUMMARY:Southeast Umpire Mechanics Clinic 1.0 DESCRIPTION:About Clinic\nDuring Umpire Mechanics Clinic 1.0\, attendees will receive instruction on the two-umpire system\, which includes field mechanics\, plate mechanics and game management principles. Attendees during the weekend will be able to gain skills and knowledge to enable the umpire to be proficient in the two-umpire system. \nUmpire Mechanics 1.0 is best suited for umpires who are new\, novice or need additional work in the two-umpire system or in general as an umpire. No prerequisites are needed to attend this clinic. \nThis clinic will be similar to the past Two-Umpire Mechanics Clinic\, with 1.0 replacing that former clinic. Those who previously attended a Two-Umpire Clinic\, who feel they have gained the necessary skills\, education and understanding\, do not need to attend Clinic 1.0 to consider attending 2.0\, however are still welcome to attend. \nSample Agenda Items\n\n\nPlate Mechanics\n\nProper Basic Stances\n\nBased on Little League philosophy\n\n\nStrike Zone\n\nCalling balls and strikes effectively\n\n\nBasic Responsibilities\n\nFair/Foul\nCatch/No Catch\nRotations/Everything else\nResponsibilities around the plate area\n\n\n\n\n\nBase Mechanics\n\nA\, B\, and C positions\n\nBasic angles and positioning for calls at all bases\nBasic rotations and responsibilities as the base umpire\nUnderstanding how to get in the working area\n\n\n\n\n\nBasic Umpire Conferences\n\nPre-Game Conference\nPlate Meeting\nPost-Game Conference\n\n\n\nCommunication with your partner\n\n\nManaging line-ups\n\n\nFeeling comfortable in your first game\, or in a new season\n\n\nRegistration & Price\nCLINIC REGISTRATION\n$50 (plus fees) per person. Limited to 60 attendees and available until January 28\, 2024. \nA catered lunch on Saturday\, training and educational materials plus access to your recorded plate mechanics sessions included. \nMembers of the Southeast Region Umpire Alumni Association are eligible for a 10% discount on SINGLE ATTENDEE upon request to the Region office. \nSchedule\nFriday\, 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. – Attendee Check-In\nFriday\, 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Classroom training\nSaturday\, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. – On-field and classroom training\nSunday\, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.- On-field and classroom training\nSchedule is subject to change \nWhat To Bring\n\nAll Plate Gear (shin guards\, chest protector\, face mask\, plate shoes\, ball bag\, indicator\, plate brush)\nUmpire Uniform (slacks\, shirts\, hats)\nWater Bottle\n\nGeneral Information\n\nThis event will be led by the Region’s experienced Volunteer Umpire Staff\nAttendees must secure their own housing accommodations\nThis is both an indoor and outdoor event\, with an agenda to be provided at time of check-in URL:https://www.littleleague.org/event/southeast-umpire-mechanics-clinic-1/ LOCATION:Southeast Region Headquarters\, 439 Snellgrove Drive\, Warner Robins\, GA\, 31088 CATEGORIES:Umpire Training ORGANIZER;CN="Southeast Region Headquarters":MAILTO:southeastregion@littleleague.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240209 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240211 DTSTAMP:20260525T205518 CREATED:20230523T170819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T135056Z UID:10000649-1707436800-1707609599@www.littleleague.org SUMMARY:2024 Southwest Region Roundtable DESCRIPTION:First established in 2012\, the Little League® Region Roundtables provide an opportunity for District Administrators (D.A.s) and Assistant District Administrators (A.D.A.s) to gather in their respective region\, and to participate in educational sessions\, rules and regulations discussions\, International Board of Director elections\, and more. \nDuring the 2024 Southwest Region Roundtable\, attendees can look forward to an engaging weekend with fellow volunteers\, and Little League staff\, as we work together to chart the course for the future of Little League. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download\n File size: 1 MB\n \n \n 2024 Southwest Region Roundtable Agenda \n .pdf \n \n \n \n Download \n \n \n \n \nAll D.A.s will receive reimbursement for two nights of hotel accommodations\, as well as a $250 travel stipend to help offset other travel-related costs. It is the responsibility of the Roundtable attendees to make their own travel arrangements. If you are unable to attend the Region Roundtable\, you may designate an alternate FROM YOUR DISTRICT STAFF as your District’s representative\, with Little League International approval. The District Administrator must forward a request to Daniel Velte\, Little League Senior Operations Executive (DVelte@LittleLeague.org)\, asking to have the respective individual recognized as the designated alternate. Once approved as your alternate\, the individual will receive the same benefits as noted previously to attend the Region Roundtable. \nThe Region Roundtable registration and additional information will be made available this fall. \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Related Video\n \n2023 LLWS Message to District Administrators\n \n \n \n \n \nSouthwest Region Roundtable:\n\nLocation: Houston\, Texas\nDates: February 9-10\, 2024\nWhere: Hilton Houston Post Oak by the Galleria – Houston\, Texas\n\nThe Little League reimbursed hotel rate is $129 plus taxes/night; Little League International will reimburse D.A.s/Alternates for two nights stay at the Houston Hilton. Additional nights/rooms may be booked through the hotel block but will be the responsibility of the attendee. \n\nSchedule of Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download\n File size: 1 MB\n \n \n 2024 Southwest Region Roundtable Agenda \n .pdf \n \n \n \n Download \n \n \n \n \nFriday\n\n9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Registration\nFoyer & Forum\n12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Sponsors/Licensees\nFoyer & Forum\n12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Lunch\nBLVD Ballroom\n1:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. – Opening & General Sessions\nBallroom A\n\nSaturday\n\n8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – General Sessions & Sponsor Tables\nBallroom A & Foyer\n8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. – Panel Review\nBallroom A\n10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. – Break\n12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. – Lunch\nBLVD Ballroom\n12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. – Sponsors/Licensees\nFoyer\n1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. – General Session\nBallroom A\n3:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. – Break\n\n\nExhibitors:\n\n\n\n\nDPH was established in February of 1997 by Jim & Tammy Hammer and named after their 3 children David\, Patrick and Hannah. DPH has been a proud Licensed Little League vendor since 2000. We are a leading supplier of custom pins\, coins\, medals and patches. We also carry a full stock line of Little League tournament and recognition pins\, coins\, medals\, and rings to fit the needs of your leagues and organizations. For the past 26 years\, DPH has one of the best artists in the business on staff to turn your ideas into reality. DPH is well known for its quality\, attention to detail and customer service.  We are here to assist you in making the process as easy and stress free as possible.\n\n\n\nGameChanger is the Exclusive Scorekeeping\, Pitch Count\, and Stats Technology Partner of Little League®. At GameChanger\, we believe youth sports change lives on and off the field. GameChanger empowers athletes\, coaches\, and families to stay connected through live streaming\, scorekeeping\, and team management tools. Learn more at GC.com.\n\n\n\nInfiniti Pins is a licensed Little League vendor since 2016. Founded by Steve Strauss from Riviera Beach Little League in Maryland\, Infiniti Pins designs and creates custom pins\, coins\, medals\, plaques\, trophies\, and more. As a pin trader/collector for 30 years and a baseball fan\, Steve’s passion turned into a business in 2015 when he saw a need for better prices and an enhanced customer experience. Steve’s expertise in starting and building small businesses\, along with his knowledge and love of the pin trading community\, set Infiniti Pins apart. Visit them online at www.infinitipins.com.\n\n\n\nJDP is the preferred partner for Little League for background screens since 2018. JDP was founded in 2008 and has experienced yearly growth by focusing on service\, quality\, and speed. JDP helps coaches and volunteers move easily through the screening process while providing parents confidence that their children are protected\, screening over a million volunteers a year. Visit us online at JDP.com.\n\n\n\nA proud partner of Little League Baseball and Softball since 1992\, Musco has helped Little League organizations across the country create more opportunities for young players through high quality sports lighting. From identifying funding resources to organizing volunteer installation\, we guide our Little League partners through every step of the project\, saving them time and money. Click here to learn more.\n\n\n\nStack Sports (Sports Connect) is the Exclusive League Management provider for Little League International and powers the many moments that make sports special for us all. Our ecosystem of innovative software\, programming initiatives\, and development tools powers sports at every level with the mission to increase participation and player retention and transform the sports experience for everyone involved.\n\n\n\nTrue Pitch is the ORIGINAL portable pitching mound company and has been a trademark in baseball for more than 50 years. True Pitch Mounds are the ONLY portable game mounds licensed for league and tournament play by Little League®. Our high- quality mounds are noted for their durability\, flexibility and reliability are the choice of the best baseball parks in the United States and worldwide.\n\n\n\nFor over 50 years\, Wilson Trophy Company has been a devoted licensee of Little League International\, supplying high-quality awards\, pins\, medals and rings for all leagues and districts. This enduring partnership highlights Wilson Trophy Company’s dedication to honoring the achievements of young players\, making it a trusted and longstanding collaborator in commemorating Little League participants’ accomplishments nationwide. Just let us know how we can help you for the 2024 season.\n\n\n\n  URL:https://www.littleleague.org/event/2024-southwest-region-roundtable/ LOCATION:Hilton Houston\, 2001 Post Oak Blvd.\, Houston\, TX\, 77056-4401\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240210T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240210T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T205518 CREATED:20231207T151702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T140607Z UID:10000655-1707552000-1707580800@www.littleleague.org SUMMARY:East Region: Umpire Mechanics Clinic #1 DESCRIPTION:This one day umpire clinic will engage participants in hands-on activities to improve all facets of an umpire’s game. Ideal for both the novice and experienced umpire\, the clinic will provide participants with first-class instruction on the rationale and components of the approved Little League plate mechanics including stances\, signaling and footwork. Additionally\, the clinic will have a series of breakout sessions where participants will be asked to practice their skills under the watchful eyes of East Regional Umpire Staff. Targeted feedback is provided to gear umpires up for the coming Little League season. There will also be segments focused on the rules of Little League Baseball and Softball with a special emphasis on any relevant rule changes for the 2024 season. Bring your gear\, a glove if you have one\, and an open-mind to learn new things and improve your form. \nRegister Now URL:https://www.littleleague.org/event/2024-east-region-umpire-mechanics-clinic-1/ LOCATION:East Region Headquarters\, 335 Mix Street\, Bristol\, CT\, 06010 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240217T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240217T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T205518 CREATED:20231207T151916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T140614Z UID:10000544-1708156800-1708185600@www.littleleague.org SUMMARY:East Region: Umpire Mechanics Clinic #2 DESCRIPTION:This one day umpire clinic will engage participants in hands-on activities to improve all facets of an umpire’s game. Ideal for both the novice and experienced umpire\, the clinic will provide participants with first-class instruction on the rationale and components of the approved Little League plate mechanics including stances\, signaling and footwork. Additionally\, the clinic will have a series of breakout sessions where participants will be asked to practice their skills under the watchful eyes of East Regional Umpire Staff. Targeted feedback is provided to gear umpires up for the coming Little League season. There will also be segments focused on the rules of Little League Baseball and Softball with a special emphasis on any relevant rule changes for the 2024 season. Bring your gear\, a glove if you have one\, and an open-mind to learn new things and improve your form. \nRegister Now URL:https://www.littleleague.org/event/2024-east-region-umpire-mechanics-clinic-2/ LOCATION:East Region Headquarters\, 335 Mix Street\, Bristol\, CT\, 06010 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240223T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240225T170000 DTSTAMP:20260525T205518 CREATED:20240105T160853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T161011Z UID:10000555-1708675200-1708880400@www.littleleague.org SUMMARY:Southwest Region: Satellite Umpire Clinic DESCRIPTION:Scan the barcode to register for the Satellite Umpire Clinic held February 23-25\, 2024. URL:https://www.littleleague.org/event/2024-southwest-region-satellite-umpire-clinic-2/ LOCATION:Albuquerque New Mexico\, Albuquerque\, NM\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR