Greater Wildwood Little League » News http://gwll.org Our future leaders come from today's youth Wed, 11 Jan 2012 18:51:07 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 2012 Baseball and Softball Registration http://gwll.org/2011/12/15/2012-baseball-and-softball-registration/ http://gwll.org/2011/12/15/2012-baseball-and-softball-registration/#comments Thu, 15 Dec 2011 20:35:39 +0000 bob http://gwll.org/?p=1162 It’s time to register for the 2012 Baseball/Softball season!

Greater Wildwood Little League provides the opportunity for all children ages four through sixteen years old to play baseball in a safe and positive environment, regardless of experience or ability. We emphasize teaching sportsmanship, building self-esteem and developing a safe community for all kids. While teaching the fundamentals of the game of baseball and softball, we seek to instill the values inscribed in the Little League motto – Character, Courage, Loyalty.

Registration Dates

  • Friday, January 6, 2012 – 5 to 7 pm
    Byrne Community Center, 401 West Youngs Avenue, Wildwood, NJ 08260 – 609-522-5837
  • Friday, January 20, 2012 – 5 to 7 pm
    Byrne Community Center, 401 West Youngs Avenue, Wildwood, NJ 08260 – 609-522-5837
  • Friday, January 27, 2012 – 5 to 7 pm
    Byrne Community Center, 401 West Youngs Avenue, Wildwood, NJ 08260 – 609-522-5837
  • Saturday, February 11, 2012 – 10am to 12 pm
    Crest Pier, 5800 Ocean Avenue, Wildwood Crest, NJ 08260 – 609-522-0202
  • Saturday, February 25, 2012 – 10am to 12 pm
    North Wildwood Community Center, 900 Central Avenue, North Wildwood, NJ 08260 609-522-2955

Or Register Online (a $5.75 convenience fee will be added to online registrations)

Registration Fees
Tee Ball & Minors (Ages 4 to 9): $50 per child**
Majors and Juniors (Ages 10 and up): $75 per child
(Be sure to check the Age Chart or the Little League Age Calculator to determine your child’s “league age”.)

  • Players registering after March 1, 2012 will be assessed a $25.00 late fee.
  • **If your 9 year old is drafted up into the Majors, you will be required to pay an additional $25.00
  • Financial assistance is available for qualifying families. Fill out an application form on day of registration.
  • Fees are capped at $200 per family (excluding late fees).
  • The families of all players are required to work a shift in the snack bar.

Player Eligibility
GWLL Baseball is open to all players, both boys and girls, ranging in age from 4 to 16 that reside in Wildwood, West Wildwood, North Wildwood, and Wildwood Crest. New players must provide a copy of their birth certificate for league files along with a proof of residence such as drivers license, utility bill, etc. Refer to www.GWLL.org for more details.  Be sure to check the Age Chart or the Little League Age Calculator to determine your child’s “league age”.

Managers & Coaches
We are seeking managers/coaches in all divisions. We welcome experienced managers/coaches as well as those willing to learn. Please fill out a volunteer form during registration.

Equipment Swap
There will be a Little League equipment swap day Saturday, February 11, 2012 at the Crest Pier from 10am to 12pm. Used gloves, cleats, bags, etc. will be available for free pick up. Anyone with items may drop them off at the Crest Pier anytime.

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Please help support another successful fall ball season by volunteering your time to be a coach or umpire. For more information, please contact Tom Hunt at (609) 780-4219 or crestclan@comcast.net.

Fall ball registration ends August 21st. You can register online at active.com with a Visa or MasterCard by clicking HERE (you will be charged a convenience fee of $3.95 per registration).  If you prefer to download a registration form and send a check, please click HERE.  Please mail the completed form (one per child) and payment to the address listed on the registration form.

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]]> http://gwll.org/2011/06/16/2011-all-stars/feed/ 0 2011 Schedules http://gwll.org/2011/05/02/schedules/ http://gwll.org/2011/05/02/schedules/#comments Tue, 03 May 2011 02:34:47 +0000 Troy http://gwll.org/?p=1069 Softball (pg 1)

Softball (pg 2)

Baseball (Majors)

Baseball (Minors)

T-ball Schedule 2011

Minor League Softball Schedule 2011

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  • 9:00am            Crest Savings                          Softball
  • 9:07am            Sand Jamm Surf Shop            Softball
  • 9:14am            J. Byrne Agency                      Baseball
  • 9:20am            Optimist                                   Baseball
  • 9:30am            Joe Canals Plaza                    Softball
  • 9:37am            Jimbos Restaurant                  Softball
  • 9:45am            Raging Waters                        Baseball
  • 9:55am            Elks                                                 Baseball
  • 10:05am         Duffers                                     Baseball
  • 10:15am         FMBA                                      Baseball
  • 10:20am         Dairy Queen                            Baseball
  • 10:30am         Jimmy Simcox Found              T-Ball
  • 10:40am         Rep’s Heating & Cooling                 T-Ball
  • 10:55am         Stoke’s Laundry                      T-Ball
  • 11:05am         Morey’s Pier                           T-Ball

Opening Ceremonies

Noon: First game of 2011 season, Duffers vs J Byrne (First pitch will be thrown out by the Toland and Palmer families.)

Immediately following opening ceremonies, REMAINING Teams report to Photographer.

Photographs will be taken in order as below:

  • Lions                                       Sr. Boys
  • Johnson Electric                      Sr. Boys
  • Imperial 500                            Minor Girls
  • NWEA                                      Minor Girls
  • Oceanside                               Minor Boys
  • Twindows                                Minor Boys
  • Bayview                                   Minor Boys
  • Mariners Arcade                      Sr. Girls
  • Kiwanis                                    Minor Boys
  • Tram Cars                               Minor Boys

 

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Baseball tryouts 3/18 from 5pm-6pm, and 3/19 from 10am-11am.
Softball tryouts 3/18 from 6pm-7pm and 3/19 from 11am-12pm.
Both sessions are mandatory.

Opening Day is April 9th.

Also, please note that the league will not be breaking for Easter/Spring break. There will be games scheduled the week prior to and after Easter.

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Greater Wildwood Little League provides the opportunity for all children ages four through sixteen years old to play baseball in a safe and positive environment, regardless of experience or ability. We emphasize teaching sportsmanship, building self-esteem and developing a safe community for all kids. While teaching the fundamentals of the game of baseball and softball, we seek to instill the values inscribed in the Little League motto – Character, Courage, Loyalty.

Registration Dates

  • Friday, February 4th: Byrne Community Center (401 W. Young Ave., Wildwood); 4–6 pm
  • Saturday, February 26:  Crest Pier (5800 Ocean Ave., Wildwood Crest); 10am-noon
  • Saturday, March 5: North Wildwood Rec. Center (900 Central Ave.); 10am-noon

Or Register Online

Registration Fees
Tee Ball & Minors (Ages 4 to 8): $50 per child
Majors and Juniors: $75 per child
(Be sure to check the Age Chart or the Little League Age Calculator to determine your child’s “league age”.)

  • Players registering after March 13, 2010 are subject to a $25.00 late fee.
  • Financial assistance is available for qualifying families. Fill out an application form on day of registration.
  • Fees are capped at $200 per family (excluding late fees).
  • The families of all players are required to work a shift in the snack bar.

Player Eligibility
GWLL Baseball is open to all players, both boys and girls, ranging in age from 4 to 16 that reside in Wildwood, West Wildwood, North Wildwood, and Wildwood Crest. New players must provide a copy of their birth certificate for league files along with a proof of residence such as drivers license, utility bill, etc. Refer to www.GWLL.org for more details

Managers & Coaches
We are seeking managers/coaches in all divisions. We welcome experienced managers/coaches as well as those willing to learn. Please fill out a volunteer form during registration.

Equipment Swap
There will be a Little League equipment swap day March 12th from 10am to noon at the Crest Pier. Used gloves, cleats, bags, etc. will be available for free pick up. Anyone with items may drop them off on March 12th or at the Crest Pier anytime prior.

Downloads
Registration Flyer 2011
GWLL 2011 Registration Form
Volunteer App 2011
Age Chart 2011

]]> http://gwll.org/2011/01/19/registration-2011/feed/ 0 FAQ article on Composite Baseball Bat Moratorium http://gwll.org/2011/01/07/faq-article-on-composite-baseball-bat-moratorium/ http://gwll.org/2011/01/07/faq-article-on-composite-baseball-bat-moratorium/#comments Sat, 08 Jan 2011 03:59:54 +0000 Troy http://gwll.org/?p=1026 Little League International has posted a “Frequently-Asked Questions” article regarding the recent moratorium on composite baseball bats, as well as a list 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).

You can access the article and list by reading:  http://www.littleleague.org/media/newsarchive/2010/Sep-Dec/LLBBCompositeBatMoratoriumFAQ.htm

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