Challenger Division
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- Published on Friday, 03 February 2012 01:17
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The Challenger Division of Little League is a program for mentally and physically challenged youtth, helping them to enjoy the full benefits of Little League participation in an athletic environment structured to their abilities. More than the skills of baseball learned through the experience, the value of the Little League Challenger Division is found in the proven therapeutic and socialization benefits of participating in sports, the strengthening participants' self-esteem, the opportunities to mainstream into other divisions of play, and the disciplines of teamwork, sportsmanship and fair play, which are hallmarks of the Little League program. The Little League Challenger Division provides the framework so Little League programs may offer a structured, athletic activity for all youth in their communities. Playing with the same equipment on the same filds, Challenger Division participants have the opportunity to experience the joys of pulling together as a team, being cheered, and earning awards for their achievements.
Millbury Hosting 9th Annual District 5 Tournament
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- Published on Wednesday, 27 July 2011 03:51
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Millbury's Washington Street Field is once again hosting the 9th Annual Thomas Dunford Tournament for 11 Year Olds.
Be sure to come on out for some great Little League Baseball action.
The latest results and schedule can be found by clicking on the link below:
Higher Seeds Both Move On
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- Published on Tuesday, 21 June 2011 03:40
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June 20, 2011
M.L.L. Playoffs Round One Action...
The first round of the Millbury Little League playoffs took place in a twin-bill on Monday evening, beginning with a 5:00 PM matchup featuring sixth seed Whitney Insurance Agency against fourth seeded Goretti's Supermarket. Though the Whitney team battled hard, with a 4-2 fourth inning lead, it was the higher seeded Goretti's team prevailing with an 11-8 victory.
Goretti's Supermarket will be facing the Millbury Police Association, who comes in after a first round bye, for being the second place finisher during the regular season. Their game will have a 7:00 PM start time on Wednesday, June 22nd at Washington Street Field.
The 22nd of June will also see 1st place regular season winner, Audette's Auto Body (also receiving a 1st round bye), taking on 4th seed Millbury Savings Bank, fresh off of an 11- 1 victory over 5th seed Millbury Federal Credit Union.
The game will take place at "The Wash (Washington Street Field) at 5:00 PM.
The victors of Wenesday's games will meet at "The Wash" on Friday, June 24th for the LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP game.
The Millbury Little League invites each and every man, woman and child to vome out the "The Wash" to enjoy "America's past time" right here in Millbury.
Congratulations to Audette's Auto Body
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- Published on Monday, 11 July 2011 03:12
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Congratulations to Audette's Auto Body for a fine 2011 season. Being Millbury Little League's season champion and playoff champion is a great accomplishment.
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2011 Little League Playoffs
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- Published on Sunday, 19 June 2011 04:34
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It's playoff time again...
It is that time once again. The regular Little League Baseball season is over. Congratualtions to the Audette's Auto Body team for their first place finish, posting an astonishing 14 and 1 record.
