Central Little League serves children living in the Duluth Heights, Central Hillside, Congdon and Park Point neighborhoods (see boundary map on reverse) as well as students attending Lowell, Congdon Park, Myers-Wilkins, Northstar Academy, Holy Rosary, Ordean East and Lincoln Middle School
For kids who have not played any organized baseball. It is suggested new players ages 4 – 6 play at least one year of t-ball. Outs and runs are not recorded and each player gets a chance to hit every inning. Players are encouraged to hit an underhand coach pitched ball or hit from tee. Ten (10) game season beginning May 29th. Games are typically Tuesdays and Thursdays with occasional practices. For kids with at least one year of playing experience, who can hit an underhand pitch and throw the ball at least 15-feet. Suggested ages 6 – 8 years old. Runs are limited each inning and coaches pitch. Games are typically Mondays and Wednesdays with occasional practices. Season will begin May 19th. For experienced players ages 8 – 10 years old. At this level, players share pitching duties with the coaches. Runs are limited. Games are typically played on Mondays and Wednesdays and players should expect weekly practices. Season will begin May 19th. For players age 9 – 12. Players who are new to the majors, are required to try out. Players at this level are expected to have a higher level of commitment for all games and practices. Games are player pitch with unlimited runs and typically played on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Central teams will play other Central teams as well as Eastern Little League teams. Season will begin May 12th. Players age 13 will have an opportunity to play on a slightly larger diamond (50’ mound and 70’ base paths). Central teams will play other teams throughout the district. More information will be available once registrations are in and teams are established. This is an advanced level of play for ages 14 – 15 on a full size diamond. Players will be notified by their coach regarding practice schedule.
Time:
Date: April 16th-18th Weather Permitting Location: Central Little League Fields – 20th Ave East and 8th St 9 and 10 year olds – 5:00 to 6:15 pm 11 and 12 year olds – 6:15 pm to 7:30 pm
A $20 late fee will be assessed on all registrations received after March 31st. REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON APRIL 15TH. Families will be assessed a $25 refundable non-volunteer fee. Fee will be refunded, upon completion of 4 hours of league volunteer time. Families with multiple players (T-ball thru Majors) will pay no more than $200 Scholarships are available Contact: Eric Witzman 218.728.3913 Email:
[email protected] Duluth Central Little League
Season start dates are weather permitting All baseball divisions are available for both boys and girls. Ages for eligibility are as of 4/30/14.