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Significant Changes Made to Bat, Helmet Rules
Rule 1.10 (baseball only)
NOTE 3: Beginning with the 2008 season, non-wood bats used in divisions of play Little League (Majors) and below must be printed with a BPF (bat performance factor) rating of 1.15 or less.
What does this mean?
Bat manufacturers agreed several years ago that the BPF (bat performance factor) of bats they are now manufacturing will not exceed a 1.15. The BPF is a formula that measures how fast a baseball comes off the bat. Starting on Jan. 1, 2007, however, all bats used in the Little League (Majors) Division and below must be designated (printed) with a BPF of 1.15 or less.
NOTE 4: Non-wood bats may develop dents from time to time. Bats that cannot pass through the approved Little League bat ring must be removed from play. The 2 ¼ inch bat ring must be used for bats in all softball divisions, and in the Tee Ball, Minor League and Little League Baseball divisions of baseball. The 2 ¾ inch bat ring must be used for bats in the Junior League, Senior League and Big League divisions of baseball.
What does this mean?
For a non-wood bat to become dented over time is normal. But some umpires have been disallowing bats that are slightly dented. As a result, Little League will providing a number of Little League Approved bat rings at no charge to every league for use in all divisions of play. Umpires who are active in the Little League Umpire Registry (details on joining the registry are here http://www.littleleague.org/umpires/index.asp) also will receive one bat ring at no charge. Additional bat rings may be purchased from Little League International or the Regional Center. The ring has holes for both sizes and is made of sturdy plastic. If the bat passes through the proper ring, it is “legal.” (Obviously, however, if a bat has visible cracks in it, it should not be permitted in a game.) You can see an example of the ring here: www.littleleague.org/media/images/LL_Bat_Rings.jpg
Nick Prosise joins Bernie Dennis & Brad Beck in MLB, all got their start in ALL
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Arlington resident and Bishop O’Connell High School graduate Bernie Dennis was recently signed as a free-agent catcher by the Milwaukee Brewers baseball organization. Dennis began playing baseball with Arlington Little League.
Dennis played high school ball at O’Connell, then played baseball in college at Catholic University where he won a number of honors for his performance on the diamond. He leaves March 11 to attend spring training in Phoenix.
Brad Beck
ALL Mudcats - 1998
MLB Anaheim Angels - 2005
Bernie Dennis
ALL Red Sox - 1998
MLB Milwaukee Brewers: Helena Brewers - 2005
Nick Prosise
ALL Pirates - 1996
MLB Seattle Mariners: Peoria
Mesa catcher's contract sold to MLB
06/16/05 - Golden Baseball League (GBL) Mesa Miners
MESA, ARIZONA - The Golden Baseball League announced today that Mesa Miner's catcher Nick Prosise has been acquired from the league by the Seattle Mariners and will report to Peoria.
"Nick is an outstanding prospect and one of the best young catchers I've seen" said Mesa Miner Manager, and former Chicago Cub pitcher, Les Lancaster. "When we signed him last week I had a feeling that he wouldn't be around long."
Prosise, 21, is a 6'2", 220 pound rookie out of Arlington, Virginia. He was signed by the Mesa Miners just last week after he caught the eye of Lancaster at a baseball combine for non-drafted players in Scottsdale, Arizona. He's played in all four games for the Miners this week, which was enough for the Seattle Mariners scouting organization to decide he had a future in their organization.
"Nick continues the flow of GBL players to major league organizations" said Kevin Outcalt, Commissioner of the GBL, "It's great to see that the quality of our play is being recognized by MLB clubs and that they are so active in scouting our players."
2006 Update:.......................................................................
Nick Prosise is assigned to the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers. Midwest
League "A" affiliate of the Mariners.
Brad Beck is assigned to the Orem Owlz. Pioneer League "Rookie"
affiliate of the Angels.
Bernie Dennis III is assigned to the Arizona Brewers. Arizona League
"Rookie" affiliate of the Brewers
Prosise is playing games now - the other two are playing in leagues that
do not start until June - they are in "extended Spring training" in Arizona
Congratulations to our PCA Certified Coaches!!
Congratulations to our PCA Certified Coaches!!
Christopher Cooper---- Arlington Little League
Darryl Nirenburg---Arlington Little League
Dan Fiore---Arlington Little League
John Johns---Arlington Little League
Curt Nibert---Arlington Little League
Jason Dolan---- Arlington Little League
Robert Galvin---- Arlington Little League
Paul Toulouse---- Arlington Little League
Phil Vitale--- Arlington Little League
KIDS ARE AT RISK FOR DEHYDRATION AND HEAT ILLNESS
WHAT IS DEHYDRATION?
When the body is low in fluids because a person is not drinking enough
to replace what is lost through sweat.
Common warning signs of dehydration include: thirst, headache,
dizziness, weakness, irritability, fatigue and nausea.
KIDS ARE AT RISK FOR DEHYDRATION AND HEAT ILLNESS
* Children who are in the "tween" years can lose up to a quart of
sweat during two hours of activity on a hot day.(1,2)
* Children are more susceptible to heat illness than adults when
active in hot weather.(3) Why?
--- Children produce more metabolic heat per pound of body weight
during exercise. They also have a reduced sweating capacityy, which
lessens their ability to lose heat through sweat evaporation.(3)
--- Like adults, children frequently do not have the physiological
drive to drink enough water to replenish fluid loss duringg prolonged
exercise.(4)
DEHYDRATION IS SERIOUS, BUT IT'S PREVENTABLE
* Think of fluids as essential safety equipment for sports, like a
bike helmet or shin guards--always pack a squeeze bottle for your
childâ?Ts practice or game.
* Leading health professional organizations recommend kids drink at
regular intervals, not just when thirsty. By the time thirst kicks in,
theyâ?Tre likely already dehydrated.
FLUID EXAMPLES FOR KIDS
Following a drinking schedule ensures that your children drink enough
to stay hydrated without overdrinking.(6)
BEFORE ACTIVITY(5):
Kids should be well hydrated. For kids less than 90 lbs., it will help
to drink 3-6 oz. of fluid one hour before activity. For kids more
than 90 lbs., it will help to drink 6-12 oz. one hour before activity.
DURING ACTIVITY(6):
For kids less than 90 lbs., drink 3-5 oz. every 20 minutes. For kids
more than 90 lbs., drink 6-9 oz. every 20 minutes.
AFTER ACTIVITY(5):
Drink to make up for any remaining fluid loss if a body weight deficit
exists. In general, kids weighing less than 90 lbs. may need to drink
up to 8 oz. per 1/2 lb. of weight loss and kids more than 90 lbs. may
need 12 oz. per 1/2 lb. of weight loss in t
he first hour after activity.
Learn to drink for individual needs. One kid-size gulp equals about
1/2 oz. of fluid.
THE BEST FLUID TO DRINK
While water is readily available to most kids, research shows active
kids donâ?Tt always drink enough water to stay fully hydrated.(7)
* Juices have too many carbohydrates, so it takes longer for the fluid
to be absorbed into the body.
* A scientifically formulated sports drink* helps kids stay better
hydrated(7) because it:
---Replaces electrolytes active children lose through sweat, helping
to maintain the right balance of fluids in the body;(2)
---Contains flavor and sodium to encourage drinking when active.(7,8)
RESEARCH SHOWS KIDS DRANK
90% MORE OF A SPORTS DRINK THAN WATER
A study that offered active kids (ages 9-12) plain water, flavored
water and a sports drink showed that they drank 90% more of the sports
drink and stayed better hydrated than when drinking plain water.(7)
SPORTS DRINK:
Intake: 38 oz. per 3-hr. period
Result: Complete hydration
FLAVORED WATER:
Intake: 30 oz. per 3-hr. period
Result: Tendency toward dehydration
WATER ONLY:
Intake: 20 oz. per 3-hr. period
Result: Dehydration occurred
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PROGRAM PARTNERS
National SAFE KIDS
www.safekids.org
Gatorade
www.gatorade.com
National Athletic Trainers' Association
www.nata.org
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(1) Iuliano, S. et al. Evaluation of the self-selected fluid intake
practices by junior athletes during a simulated duathlon event. Int J
Sports Nutr 8:10-23, 1998.
(2) Meyer, F. et al. Sweat electrolyte loss during exercise in the
heat: effects of gender and maturation. Med Sci Sports Exerc
24:776-781, 1992.
(3) Bar-Or, O. Temperature regulation during exercise in children and
adolescents. In: Gisolfi C, Lamb DR, eds. Perspectives in Exercise and
Sports Medicine, II. Youth, Exercise and Sport. Indianapolis, IN:
Benchmark Press; 1989, 335-367.
(4) Rivera-Brown A., et al. Drink composition, voluntary drinking and
fluid balance in exercising, trained, heat-acclimatized boys. J Appl
Phys 86: 78-84, 1999.
(5) Adapted from the 2000 National Athletic Trainersâ?T Association
Position Statement: Fluid Replacement for Athletes, J Athletic
Training 35(2): 212-224, 2000.
(6) Adapted from the American Academy of Pediatrics Position
Statement, Pediatrics 106: 158-159, 2000.
(7) Wilk B. and Bar-Or, O. Effect of drink flavor and NaCl on
voluntary drinking and hydration in boys exercising in the heat. J
Appl Physiol, 80: 1112-1117, 1996.
(8) Passe, D. et al. Impact of beverage acceptability on fluid intake
during exercise. Appetite 35:219-225, 2000.
(9) Epstein, Y. Exertional Heatstroke: Lessons we tend to forget. Am J
Med Sports 2: 143-152, 2000.
(10) Watts, S. Prevention and treatment of dehydration in athletes. Am
J Med Sports 3:286-293, 2001.
* Scientifically formulated sports drink: a sports drink containing
5-8% carbohydrates (14g per 8oz.), at least 100mg sodium, at least
28mg potassium, no carbonation and no caffeine. (Maughan & Murray
Sports Drink. Basic Science And Practical Aspects. Bo
ca Raton: CRC PRESS, 2001, pp. 197-224.)
ALL Baseball Techniques and Drills Video Library
Arlington Little League
Baseball Techniques and Drills Video Library
Arlington Little League has purchased video reference materials for coaches, parents, and players; these materials are available for checkout. Coaches have first priority, and one or two videos may be checked out for one week at any one time. To check out materials, contact Casey Triggs, Player Training Coordinator and Majors I Commissioner, at 703/532-5367.
1) Little League’s Official How-To-Play Baseball Basic comprehensive starter tape; recommended for new coaches. (www.mastervision.com 1-800-876-0091)
2) The 59 Minute Baseball Practice (DVD format) A very good drills tape for newer coaches and even more experienced coaches. The tape offers over 30 practice drills so it can give the new coach a core set of drills, or the more experienced coach some alternatives to add to his practices. (www.youthsportsclub.com 1-800-511-2101)
3) Dynamic Practice Organization (Emanski) Outstanding technique and reactionary drills; helpful for all coaches. (Package discounts at World of Baseball 1-800-833-1551)
4) Bunting, Baserunning & Sliding (Stockton) Mechanics highlighted; drills demonstrated. (www.baseballexpress.com 1-800-937-4824)
5) You Can Teach Hitting, Vol. 1 (Baker) Good primary hitting instruction tape; provides good explanations and easy steps to follow from bat selection, through “show hip” and “Ike-to-Mike.” Appropriate for all youth and coaches. (1-800-228-1248)
6) Teaching the Mechanics of the Major League Hitter II (Emanski) Comprehensive, detailed step-by-step explanation of proper hitting mechanics. More complex insights, including how using “radial deviation” and “bat in the slot” helps achieve a crisp, downward swing. This tape helps coaches spot what to monitor in their players’ swings, and it also shows an excellent break-down concept for tee and soft toss hitting drills. Highly recommended for Majors and Minors coaches; and good for all coaches to see. www.champonline.com (Package discounts at World of Baseball 1-800-833-1551) /
7) Hitting II (Stockton) Excellent series of hitting drills – shows circuit hitting stations. This drill tape builds upon Dr. Stockton’s teaching methodology in Hitting I and reveals the concepts that Dr. Stockton teaches – box, slamming the triangle, and throwing hands. A must for Majors coaches. (www.baseballexpress.com 1-800-937-4824)
8) Teaching the Mechanics of the Major League Pitcher (Emanski) Comprehensive seven-step approach provides outstanding framework for coaching Little League pitchers: 45 degree transfer step; pivot; lift and load; flex and glide; power position; rotating and release; and the hip roll. No-ball drill shown helps kids learn good form. A must for coaches in any pitching division. (Package discounts at World of Baseball 1-800-833-1551)
9) Pitching I (Stockton) Details pitching mechanics; emphasizes synchronized arm-leg movement and body twist. Shows coaches monitoring points. (www.baseballexpress.com 1-800-937-4824)
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Arlington County Sports Division: 703-228-1801 We serve Arlington County Virginia children and play in Virginia Little League Baseball District 4; District 4 is the home of the 2001 Virginia State Champions. This Arlington youth league provides baseball experience for youngsters at many levels, where everyone plays in every game. Throughout the program, the base paths are set to 60 feet and at the higher levels, pitching is done from about 46 feet. The Majors 1 level produces two All-Star teams that compete for the opportunity to participate in the annual World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania each August. The Spring program runs from March through June, with tournament play for the higher levels extending into July and beyond. The program strives for competitive equity among teams at the Majors level to insure a balanced experience for young players. The Fall season is an instructional program from September through October. For more information, contact 703-351-5111 in Arlington.
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M1 post season schedules contained at the end of the regular season schedule
Handout: 2007 M1 schedule
Tuesday, June 5
M2 post season schedules contained at the end of the regular season schedule
Handout: 2007 M2 schedule
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Arlington Umpire Works the Southern Regional Championship
No, you weren't seeing things on August 9th. - that really was Arlington Little League volunteer umpire Richard Muffley on ESPN! As described below in the official Little League press release, Richard reached the penultimate honor in Little League umpiring - umpiring in the Regional finals!
In early August the Little League Southern Region Baseball Tournament in St Petersburg, Florida brings together state winners from the Virginias, the Carolinas, Tennessee, Georgia, Florida and Alabama to determine the regional winner that will participate in the Little League World Series in Williamsport. Also taking part in the week-long Southern Region tournament are eight umpires from the represented states. These volunteer umpires are selected by Southern Region administrators in December from many applications submitted in October and they are evaluated for their performance during the event. The umpires participate not only for the excitement and enjoyment of working in higher level games, but also in hopes of demonstrating skills and abilities commensurate with receiving a recommendation to umpire at the next level - the World Series.
This year Richard Muffley, an umpire in the Arlington Little League program since 1996, was selected as the Virginia representative for this tournament. Following successful performance in the pool play, Muffley received the second base assignment for the championship game, which was televised by ESPN on August 9th. Muffley also received a World Series recommendation for his overall performace and is eligible to apply to work in that tournament in coming years.
We congratulate Richard on his years of hard work and look forward to seeing him working games in the Little League World Series in the coming years. Arlington is lucky to have dedicated volunteers like Richard - and all of the other volunteer umpires that work all of our games.
Be sure to let Richard know how proud we are to have him in our league!
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