Extra Innings                    

Greece Little League Newsletter

first edition

January 2011

Welcome to the first edition of Extra Innings. This newsletter is to inform our families of the latest and greatest news and information from around the organization.

Greece Little League Baseball Clinics. 1

Little League Composite Bat Announcement 1

Concession Stand Update and Raffle. 1

Safety. 2

Sponsors. 2

Little League Moms’ Favorite Cookbook Recipe. 2

Divisional program restructuring. 3

Additional Information. 3

We have coordinated 8 weeks of training for GLL players leading up to the season. Players will receive 1 hour per week of defensive instruction at Greece Community Center and 45 minutes of unlimited hitting at The Battery on Saturdays. Visit our Website at http://www.greecelittleleague.org/ for more information or to register. Payment must be received by January 15^th.

Williamsport just announced a ban on the use of composite bats in all divisions, the complete article is found on the GLL website.  Composite bats usually say so in writing on the label and cost $150 and higher.  Wood bats, aluminum and bats with composite materials in the handle only are allowed.  This ban follows on the heel of NCAA and LL’s decision on Junior Division and above this past September.  The decision was made for safety reasons.  Recently we received a list of manufacturer model waivers (bats are approved for use). More information can be found on our Website. http://www.greecelittleleague.org/ 

This past fall we completed the interior insulation at a cost of $6,253, site work in front of the windows and this month the interior drywall was installed at a cost of $9,948.  We have received some in-kind donations of furniture, coolers, freezers, three-bay sink, and lockers.  Our wish list includes an ice machine, fire extinguishers, cooking equipment, shop light fixtures, Knox Box for our defibrillator and building cleaning equipment.  If you know of anyone who would be willing to donate any of these items please let us know (we have made some inquiries to supermarkets and colleges already).

Next on the agenda is the interior plumbing and electrical, alarm system, sprinkler test, installation of railing and doors, painting the drywall and finishing the concrete around the perimeter of the building.  We are in the process of obtaining quotes for this work that is required prior to the Town of Greece granting us a temporary permit.

We will be having a raffle with some nice prizes including a 42” flat screen TV donated by RM Landscape, a Birthday Limo Package courtesy of LeGault Limo and $100 Dick’s Sporting Goods gift certificates for the top baseball and softball ticket sellers.  If you know of anyone that would donate additional items please let us know.

Our league participates in the ASAP (A Safety Awareness Program) annually required by LL.  As we gear up for the 2011 season please check over any bats, gloves and other equipment to be sure it is safe, meets LL standards and fits the player. If your child plans to attend the training clinics, please have them do some exercises at home or warm-ups to ease into play.

Several options exist for the 2011 season ranging from the basic level for just $100 to banners hung on our outfield fences (5 year program - $350 yr. one (includes banner) and $200 for each of the next 4 years).  Please consult our web site or contact Gene or Diane Noga at 663-7024 to discuss further.  We will spotlight a few sponsors in each newsletter.

Fetzner Collision

They have been a long time supporter of our League, Jim Fetzner is a current board member and in charge of umpire training and scheduling.  Fetzner Collision is one of the premier collision shops in Monroe County and also sells propane.  www.fetznerauto.com

Pettis Pools

Their main location is just around the corner from our complex.  Please visit them for all your pool, sauna, hot tub and patio furniture needs – www.pettispools.com

Greece Rotary

This service club has contributed several thousand dollars to our Challenger Program for youth.   Each year the club holds a Ziti Dinner and a Golf Tournament (6/13/11) to raise funds for Greece Community needs.  If you have any interest in joining this hard working and fun club please contact Gene Noga at 663-7024.  Meetings are held each Wednesday at 12:15 at Ridgemont Country Club.

Mini Muffin Pizzas

½ cup ketchup

¼ cup French’s Classic Yellow mustard

4 English Muffins, split and toasted

1 cup (4 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese

2 hot dogs, cut in slices

Combine ketchup and mustard.  Spread on muffins.  Sprinkle with cheese.  Arrange hot dog slices on top, garnish (onions, peppers etc if desired).  Place on baking sheet.  Bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes.  Makes 4 servings.

Our Board of Directors discussed the possibility of modifying our “AA”, “AAA” and “Major” divisions back to the prior “Minor” and “Major” divisions to provide the league more flexibility.  It was voted on and approved at the 1/9 board meeting to defer any possible changes until the 2012 season.

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