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Lew Lee
650-961-2065
P.O. BOX 614
Mountain View, California
94043
Wednesday, July 29
Registration for 2009 Fall Ball is Now Open
Our Fall program develops baseball skills while giving players a fun and supportive place to play. The program is instructional and informal. The focus is on building skills and not on winning games. Games are played in Mountain View and nearby communities. The games are on Sundays, with one or two practices during the week. This program is aimed at players, ages 8 to 11 (2009 player age), who played in the Minors or Majors divisions this year or will be entering Minors next year.

The cost of the program is $75 for players who were in our 2009 Spring program. Players who were not in the Spring program pay $100 and will receive a $25 credit towards registration for the MVLL 2010 Spring program.

Registration information and form can be downloaded from here.  Payment and registration submission is done using postal mail.  Payment is not accepted online.  Registration deadline is August 10.  Don't delay, the Fall Ball program fills quickly.

Fall Ball for players who will be 13 or 14 years old next season is conducted by the Mountain View Babe Ruth League and information is availalbe on their website.


Friday, July 10
11 Y.O. All-Stars 1 of 6 Left for Championship
The Mountain View 11's meet Los Altos on Friday, 7/10, at Los Altos' Purissima Fields, 5:30 PM.  MV played Los Altos in the first round of the tournament and lost by only 1 run.  Since that first round MV has had victories over Sunnyvale Metro (10-5) and Cupertino National (4-1).  Los Altos saw their first loss at the hands of Moreland (2-10).  Moreland has survived the winner's backet and is seated for the 11 Y.O. Championship Game (7/14, 5:30 PM at SC Briarwood).

Mountain View's second meeting with Los Altos is a game not to be missed.  Come out and cheer the team on as they make a run for the championship.


Thursday, June 25
Fall Ball to be Announced
Details of the 2009 Fall Ball program will be coming soon. Our Fall program develops baseball skills while giving players a fun and supportive place to play. The program is instructional and informal. The focus is on building skills and not on winning games. Games are played in Mountain View and nearby communities. The games are on Sundays, with one or two practices during the week. This program is aimed at players, ages 8 to 11 (player's age on May 1, 2009), who played in the Minors or Majors divisions this year or will be entering Minors next year.

Thursday, June 25
District 44 Tournament Brackets on Web
Looking for the All Stars brackets? Game summaries? Tournament documents including maps to fields? Clicking on this article's title will take you to the District 44 Tournament website.

Thursday, June 25
All Star Rosters Announced
Congratulations to the players for making it onto the All Stars teams. (Click on the title to see the rosters.  The rosters were updated 6/24.) Parents, please gather the tournament affidavit information needed: proofs of residency, birth certificate, and information for the medical release form. The "2009 All Stars" tab on the left side of this page contains additional information.

Monday, June 29
10 YO All Stars Shut Down Briarwood 11-0
The 10 YO All Stars met Santa Clara Briarwood at Moreland's field on Saturday (6/26). Here's the game summary from Mark Phillips, the Tournament Director of the game:

Mountain View's Ko pitched a complete, regulation game no-hitter in leading his team to an 11-0 victory over SC Briarwood in 4 innings of play. Ko struck out 10 batters, walked 5 and had one HBP in a 77 pitch effort. SC Briarwood played hard the entire game, leaving 6 runners on base and placing four separate pitchers on the mound in an attempt to solve Mountain View’s steady, offensive production.

Mountain View's #44, Higareda, is credited with a double and #8, Oliver, had a triple. Leading Hitters: Mountain View - #8 Oliver 2-3, triple and a single; #10 So’oto 2-3, with two singles.

The 10 YO All Stars plays their next game on Monday (6/29) at Sunnyvale National's Jelcick Field (840 W. Washington in Sunnyvale) at 5:30 PM.


Thursday, June 25
All Stars Night, Thursday, 6/25
The District 44 All Star Opening Ceremony will be held on June 25, 2009, starting at 5:30PM. The event will be at Santa Clara University's Schott Stadium (El Camino Real at Campbell Ave in San Jose). Remember to bring a canned food item for the Second Harvest Food Bank.
The schedule of events is as follows:
  • 5:30 Gates Open for players
  • 5:30 Teams Assemble In Order on the field
  • 6:00 Introductions: President's and D44 Board
  • 6:00 Introduce District 44 Red Shirt Umpires
  • 6:15 Teams March In Order, onto field, and are announced
  • 6:30 National Anthem, Little League Pledge,Volunteer Awards
  • 6:45 Recognition Of 2008 District 44 All Star Champions, Trophy Presentation - 2009 District 44 TOC Winners
  • 7:00 Loudest League Competition during warm-ups of Senior TOC Game
  • 7:30 End of Ceremonies, Start Junior Baseball TOC game


Friday, June 19
Majors Giants Lose to Campbell, 3-4
The Majors Giants were eliminated from the Majors Division Tournament of Champions on Thursday evening at McKelvey Park. Campbell goes on to play in the semi-finals at Homestead Park in Santa Clara on Saturday at 10AM.

Wednesday, June 17
Minor A's Lose to Serra and Exit TOC
The Minor A's lost to Serra 2 to 15 at Santa Clara Westside's field on Monday evening. The Tournament of Champions is a single elimination playoff so the loss marks the last game for the MV Minor A's in 2009.

Wednesday, June 17
Major Giants Defeated Cupertino American Angels 15-0
The Major Giants defeated the Cupertino American Angels 15-0 on Tuesday at Santa Clara Homestead field. Max Gishi, Dominick Bailey and Josh Williams combined to hold the Angels to only one hit. Gishi got the win.

The Giants pounded out 10 hits in the 4 inning game. Ash Avery was the hitting star going 3 for 4 with a double and a towering home run. Kekoa So'oto also doubled. The Giants were helped by 6 CA errors.

The Giants face a strong Campbell team Thursday, 5:30 at McKelvey. Campbell defeated Cupertino National on Tuesday by a score of 10-0. Come out and cheer on the Giants in their big game against Campbell on Thursday!!


Sunday, June 14
MVLL 8-9 YO Tournament Team Beats Moreland
In the annual Campbell Little League Friendship Tournament, the MVLL 8-9 Year-Olds Tournament Team overcame Moreland by a score of 13 to 9 at Sunday's game. The next game is Wednesday, 6/17, 5:30 PM, at the Campbell Little League Minor Field.  Wednesday's opponent will be determined at Monday evening's duel between Serra and Los Altos. The tournament brackets can be viewed here.

Sunday, June 14
Majors Giants Win Championship
In the Majors Championship series, the Giants defeated the Dodgers in the best of three finals.  The Giants are managed by Paul Williams and coaches Joe Mitchner and Alan Gishi.  The Giants finished the regular season in first place and won four straight in the Playoffs to finish the season with a 21 and 1 record.  The Giants will represent MVLL at the District 44 Majors Division Tournament of Champions.

Sunday, June 14
Minor A's Win MVLL Championship
The Minor A's beat the Pirates on Friday night at McKelvey Field to capture the 2009 MVLL Minor Division Championship title.  The A's are managed by Mike Reelfs, assisted by Ron Newman.  The team will present MVLL at the District 44 Minor Division Tournament of Champions.

Monday, June 1
Closing Ceremonies on Sat., June 13
MVLL will host its Closing Ceremonies on Saturday, June 13 at McKelvey Park. All players are requested to attend the ceremony in uniform, but please bring an extra shirt, as all uniforms will be turned in to your Manager (exception: T-Ball players get to keep their shirts) at the conclusion of the event. All players should be at McKelvey no later than 11:40 am to gather with their Manager and Coaches for Team introductions. Closing Ceremonies will honor the Positive Coaching Award winners, the Majors and Minors champions, Juniors TOC participant and all MVLL teams and players for the 2009 season.

Every player will receive a trophy at this ceremony. Please arrive early, as there is limited parking at the field. Festivities start promptly at 12 Noon.


Friday, May 22
Majors and Minors Playoff Schedules Announced
Click on the title to download and view the schedule.  The schedule is also located under Handouts.

Friday, May 8
Photo Make-up Day, Sat., May 30
Mountain View Little League Photo Make-up Day is scheduled for Saturday, May 30th at Covington Elementary.  If you missed Photo Day or want to retake your photo, contact Shooting Stars Productions:

Toll-free: (800) 311-7784 ext. 12
E-mail: schedule@shootingstarsphoto.com
Sign-up on-line:  www.shootingstarsphoto.com


Sunday, May 24
SF Giants Tickets -- Sold Out
Thank you for supporting MVLL.  All tickets have been sold.  See you at the game this Sunday (May 31).  Game time is 1:05 PM.

Friday, May 22
MVLL Day at the SF Giants AT&T Park, Sunday, May 31 (Fundraiser)
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This event has SOLD OUT.  We can not obtain additional tickets.  Please don't ask.

Join us on Sunday, May 31, 2009.  Game time is 1:05 PM.  (Click on the title to view the flyer.)

We have purchased a block of View Reserve tickets (Section 331). Tickets are on sale thru MVLL at $25 each.  First Come, First Served!

Ticket sales started at the MVLL Opening Ceremony. We accept cash, check, or online payment (a small convenience fee is added to each ticket). Call 650-450-6525 or email our Events Coordinator, Sandy Bartlett, to determine ticket availability, place an order, or to get additional information.  Deadline for mail orders is May 13 (include a self-addressed, stamped envelope for mail order tickets.)

The online payment option is done through PayPal (no PayPal account needed).



Tuesday, May 12
Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit, and Run Event Wed., 5/13
The Mountain View Police Activities League is excited to announce it will be hosting the Major League Baseball Pitch Hit and Run event for the third consecutive year.  This year's event will be held at Big McKelvey Park on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.   No pre-registration is required and the event is FREE.  The competition takes only about 15 minutes, depending on wait time.

All boys and girls between the ages of 7 and 14 can compete and have the chance to advance to sectional events with the possibility of winning a trip to the MLB All Star Game.  More information about the event is available on-line at:  http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/kids/mlb_pitch_hit_run.jsp

There will also be a chance to win giveaway items courtesy of the Oakland A's and San Francisco Giants.


Wednesday, March 11
Register for Junior Division (13-14 Yrs Old)

We are holding practices and registration at Big McKelvey on Monday and Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings beginning March 2.  Evening practices are 6-8 PM and Saturday practices are 10-noon.  Registration will be closing soon.

For more information, send email to Lew Lee at juniors@mvll.org.    


Saturday, April 25
Photo Day and Hit-a-Thon Schedule (Sunday, 4/26/2009)

(Click on the title to view the schedule.)  Shooting Stars photography products.

Sunday April 26th is our annual Team and Individual Picture Day with Shooting Star Productions. All players will receive a free personal and team photo, so please be sure you are in attendance. We will also be conducting the Hit-a-Thon contest, where all players in all Divisions will be hitting for individual prizes in an effort to support MVLL. This is the main fundraiser for the League and your participation is greatly appreciated. The goal for each player is to raise a minimum of $50 by asking your family, friends and neighbors to sponsor your player’s participation. This year’s top fundraiser will get a free week at the Stanford University Summer Baseball School and participation in the Game’s Camp ($400 value). Other prizes include a Team Pizza party for the overall Team that collects the highest donations, Team Ice Cream parties for Division fundraising leaders and individual baseball prizes for the Hit-a-Thon distance winners in each division.


Thursday, February 26
What Team Am I On?
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Phone calls and emails to Majors and Minor division players took place the weekend of Feb 7.  Pioneer and T-Ball division players will receive phone calls and emails this weekend (2/28).  The Junior Division draft date has not been set however, combined practices will held in the meantime.

Sunday, March 1
Catch a Great Deal at Play It Again Sports in March
play it again sports
It's MVLL Discount Month at the Mtn. View store.  Starting Februrary 28 and through the month of March, bring in this flyer to receive 20% off on new baseball related purchases.  (Ignore the one weekend offer on the flyer, it's good for all of March.)  Use this discount to purchase uniform items.  As soon as the team managers make their decisions on uniform item colors (socks, belt, pants, undershirt), we'll provide a list to the store and announce it on this website -- possibly as early as Mar. 1.  Don't forget that throughout the year, all MVLL players receive 10% off using the coupon from this website (look for the coupon link located below the banner on our home page).

Wednesday, March 11
Opening Day this Sat., Mar. 14 at Noon
Please join Mountain View Little League on Saturday, March 14th for Opening Day Ceremonies at McKelvey Park. All players should be at McKelvey no later than 11:40am to gather with their managers and coaches for team introductions. Please arrive early, as there is limited parking at the field. Festivities start promptly at 12 Noon.  To volunteer to set up, clean up, help in the Snack Shack, or BBQ, please email Sandy Bartlett, League Events Coordinator, at events@mvll.org.

Sunday, March 1
League Night at All-Star Academy, Friday, 3/6
ASA Logo
Join us this Friday (March 6) at All-Star Academy in Santa Clara for our annual League Night fundraiser.  Click on this article's title to view the flyer.  Little League is inviting all team players and families to participate in League Night at All-Star Academy to raise money for the upcoming baseball season.  A percentage of all batting cage rounds purchased between 6 and 9 pm will go to the league

All players (except T-Ball  and Jrs Divisions): This will be your first opportunity to pick up your uniform for the 2009 season. See your Team Manager for details.

So come for some batting practice, purchase or reload your batting cage card, and help support your league.  Food will be available for purchase.


Friday, February 6
Junior Division (13-14) Player Assessment and Walk-In Registration on Sat, Feb 7
Walk-up registration will be held Saturday, Feb 7. The registration desk will open at 12 noon. Players should arrive at 11:30 AM to check in and warm up. Assessment begins promptly at 12 noon. Returning players do not need to attend the assessment.

Assessment will run to 3 PM. Players can be dropped off at Cooper Park (on Chesley near El Camino Hospital). All first time players [ages 13-14] must try out in order to determine ability to play at this level and assessment of skill for balancing teams. Players must be in baseball attire which includes cap, tee-shirt, baseball pants, cleats [molded or metal], and protective device [cup]. Each player should have a glove and bat.

Assessment Time:
- Sat, Feb 7 – 12 noon to 3 PM (arrive by 11:30 AM for check in and warm up)
- If needed due to Feb 7 weather: Sat, Feb 14 – arrive by 11:30 AM for check in and warm up

If the weather is light rain, the assessments will take place as scheduled. If the assessment is cancelled, a message will be posted on this web site. You can also call 650-961-2065 for the cancellation announcement. Players who can't make it to the February 7 tryout should notify Lew Lee at juniors@mvll.org. An alternate assessment session can be scheduled the following week.


Friday, January 30
Player Assessment and Walk-Up Registration Sat., Jan. 31
Walk-up registration begins at 10 AM at Bubb School on Saturday, Jan. 31 (if it rains we'll move registration and player assessment to the following day on Sunday). Registration for all divisions is still open. Final registration for Minor and Major Divisions is on Feb. 1.

Player assessments begin at 10 AM. All players 9 to 12 years old try out in order to balance teams. 8 year olds can try out if interested in playing “up” to the Minor Division. Players should arrive baseball-ready and 15 minutes early to check in and warm up. Baseball attire includes cap, tee-shirt, pants, shoes (cleats or athletic), and cup for boys. Each player should have a glove. Bring a bat if available, otherwise, we'll have some on hand.

Players who can't make it to their scheduled time can come to one of the others. Players can participate at tryouts on both weekends (this and next weekend) in order to make the best showing. If the weather is light rain, the assessments will take place as scheduled. We'll reschedule the assessment to the following day (Sunday) only if Saturday sees heavy rains.

Assessment Times:
- 10 AM (11/12 Yr Olds) [arrive at 9:45 AM],
- 12:30 PM (10 Yr Olds) [arrive at 11:45 AM],
- 2:30 PM (9/8 Yr Olds) [arrive at 1:45 PM]


Saturday, January 24
Saturday (Jan 24) Player Assessments/Tryouts Will be Held
We will hold the tryouts on the blacktop and on the grass.  Players should wear soft-soled shoes for the blacktop have the option to change to cleats when on the grass.  (Tryouts will be held if there is light rain.)

Sunday, December 21
Last Chance to Save $25
Registering by Dec 31 will save you $25.  The registration link is on the left side of this page.  Too much paperwork for you to complete during the holidays but still want to save $25?  Mail in the payment or go online and use your credit card and PayPal.  Attach a note with the player's name and your phone number (or if using PayPal, put the information in the special instructions box) and you can see us in January to finish the paperwork.  Happy Holidays!

Tuesday, December 9
Fundraiser at Boardwalk Restaurant and Walk-In Registration, Tues., Dec. 9
Join us at the Boardwalk Restaurant at 4940 El Camino Real in Los Altos (between Rengstorff and San Antonio) from 5 to 9 PM this Tuesday (12/9). A portion of the evening's meal sales will be donated to Mountain View Little League. We'll have a registration table open. Bring proof of your child's birthdate (an original birth certificate), proof of Mountain View residency (phone or utility bill with a Mtn View address), your child's doctor information, medical insurance policy number, and date of last tetanus shot.  Payment can be in cash, personal check or done online using a credit card.

Tuesday, July 1
All Star Jacket Ordering Information for Team Members

Saturday, January 26
Play It Again Sports Offers MVLL Discount
play it again sports
Steve Ferroni, owner of Play It Again Sports and generous sponsor of MVLL, is providing this offer to all of our players and coaches again in 2008:

Play It Again Sports of San Jose and Mountain View is proud to extend to all players and coaches of Mt View Little League a 10% discount to use when shopping in our store. Just let us know you are from Mt View Little League Baseball and tell us your team name and we will gladly apply the discount to your purchase. Note this offer is also good for all coaches--without them there would be no Little League Baseball.

This year's selections will include products from EASTON, MIZUNO, RAWLINGS, WILSON, T3K, FRANKLIN, CHAMPRO, PRO PERFORMANCE SPORTS and LOUISVILLE SLUGGER. We will have in stock a great selection of Bats, Gloves, Cleats, Uniforms, Training Aids and Accessories. Ask about placing special orders for equipment. Coaches are encouraged to order training equipment from us at special pricing.

Play It Again Sports is located at 133 E. El Camino Real (between Grant and Hwy 85) in Mountain View and at 2081 Camden Avenue in San Jose.

Play It Again Sports Coupon


Tuesday, June 24
Little League District 44 Tournament Web Pages
District 44 maintains web pages for the Tournaments of Champions and All-Stars Games. These pages can be found here.

Monday, May 19
Visit Burger King in Uniform for Special Meal Deals
burger king
Your Mountain View Burger King restaurants would love to see ALL their Mountain View Little Leaguers.  Come into the Burger King restaurants in Mountain View when you wear your uniform and receive a Hamburger Kid’s Meal for 99¢ or Double Hamburger Big Kid’s Meal for $1.99.  How easy could that be?  Your sponsoring Burger King restaurants are located at:

San Antonio Shopping Center (665 San Antonio Rd.)
El Camino and Grant (177 E. El Camino Real)

Burger King Restaurant sponsors the Junior Division Giants.


Tuesday, July 1
12 Y.O. All-Stars Overwhelm Cupertino American, 13-1
The 12  Y.O. All-Stars stays in the tournament with their first win after having lost one to Santa Clara Westside on Saturday.  Mountain View will go to Cupertino's Miller Middle School's Major Field to meet Sunnyvale Southern at 5:30 PM tonight (Tues, 7/1).

Tuesday, July 1
Junior All-Stars Exit Tournament with Loss to Serra
The Juniors lost to Serra, 1-7 at Monday's game played at Los Altos High School.  This was their second loss in the tournament and marks the end of their appearances.  On Saturday, the Juniors lost to Los Altos, 4-18.

Friday, June 27
11 Year Old All-Stars Lose to Santa Clara Westside in First Game
The MVLL 11 Year Old All-Stars fell to Santa Clara Westside, 12-1, on Thursday, 6/26.  The 11 Year Olds will play either Moreland or Campbell on Wednesday, 7/2, 5:30 PM, at Miller School's Majors field. Map

Sunday, June 15
2008 All-Stars Named
Congratulations to the players selected to be MVLL All-Stars. The All-Star teams are listed on the 2008 All-Stars page. Click on the title or on the entry listed on the index to the left side of this page.

Tuesday, June 24
District 44 All-Stars Night at University of Santa Clara, Tues., 6/24
All-Stars teams throughout the district will assemble on the Schott Stadium field at 5:30. Plan to arrive at 5 PM.  Players are to wear their All-Star uniform.  Caps will not be ready in time so wear the regular season cap.  A map to Schott Stadium can be found using the Locations link in the index to the left.

Sunday, June 15
Junior A's No. 5 Seed in TOC
With a 12 win, 4 loss record, the A's are the number 5 seed in the Tournament of Champions. They meet the Cupertino American A's on Monday (Jun 16), 5:30 PM, at Farrell Field in Sunnyvale (Remington at Mango adjacent to Sunnyvale Middle School).

Friday, June 13
Congratulations Majors Giants!
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The Giants captured the 2008 MVLL Majors title by defeating the Dodgers, 11-5. The victory was the third straight in the playoffs, and completed a 21-2 season for the Giants. The Giants will now represent MVLL in the District 44 Tournament of Champions. First game is Thursday, June 19, at Steve Carli Field in Santa Clara [field location].

The Giants did all of their scoring in two innings. After the Dodgers jumped to a 1-0 lead in the top of the second inning on hits by Gavin Paradise and Greg Chase, the Giants countered with 6 runs in the bottom of the inning. An intentional walk to Hunter Simmons loaded the bases and Dominick Bailey struck the big blow with a grand slam over the left field fence.

The Dodgers battled back with a pair of runs in inning three (hits by Jonathan Banos, Paradise, and Chase) and inning five (hits by Thomas Barbarito and Evan Johanssen) to close the gap to one run (6-5).

However, the Giants erupted for 5 more runs in the bottom of the fifth to extend their lead to 11-5. Key hits in the inning came from Drew Mitchner, Max Gishi, Alejandro Guerrero, Simmons, and Bailey (his third hit).

Drew Mitchner was the winning pitcher, going 4 and 1/3 innings while striking out three and walking none. Bryant Tinajero came on to record the final 5 outs. For the Dodgers, starter Dwight Washington pitched well, allowing just two hits in four innings.


Sunday, June 15
Minor A's Win MVLL Championship
The Minor A's beat the Minor Giants, 15-5, to capture the MVLL Championship.  Congratulations A's!  The A's will represent MVLL in the Tournament of Champions.  First game is Wednesday (Jun 18), 5:30 PM at Homestead Park in Santa Clara near Benton and Pomeroy.

Saturday, June 7
Majors & Minor Playoff Results
2008 Majors Playoffs
2008 Minor Playoffs

Friday, June 13
Closing Ceremonies on Sat., Jun 14
MVLL will host its Closing Ceremonies on Saturday, June 14 at McKelvey Park. All players are requested to attend the ceremony in uniform, but please bring an extra shirt, as all uniforms will be turned in to your Manager (exception is all T-Ball players) at the conclusion of the event. All players should be at McKelvey no later than 11:40 am to gather with their Manager and Coaches for Team introductions.

Closing Ceremonies will honor the Positive Coaching Award winners, the Majors and Minors champions, Juniors TOC participant and all MVLL teams and players for the 2008 season. Every player will receive a trophy at this ceremony. The event will also feature a silent auction with Sports memorabilia and dining gift certificates to name a few of the great items to bid on. In addition to our normal Snack Shack items, we will be serving burgers and other grill items, so have lunch at the field and don’t miss this final chance of the season to support MVLL. Please arrive early, as there is limited parking at the field. Festivities start promptly at 12 Noon.


Tuesday, June 3
Did You Miss Photo Make-up Day?
If you missed Mountain View Little League's Photo Make-up Day and want to retake your photo, please contact Shooting Stars Productions:

E-mail: schedule@shootingstarsphoto.com
Toll-free: (800) 311-7784 ext. 12
Sign-up on-line: http://www.shootingstarsphoto.com

If you have questions about your photos, please contact Shooting Stars Productions:

E-mail: info@shootingstarsphoto.com
Toll-free: (800) 311-7784 ext. 11
Submit corrections on-line: http://www.shootingstarsphoto.com


Tuesday, May 27
Hit-a-Thon Money Due Week of May 26
Please turn in your collected donations to your manager or coach no later than this Saturday, May 31.

Thursday, April 10
MVLL Teams in Mtn View's Annual Downtown Parade, Saturday, Apr 26
Mountain View's annual parade on Castro Street is on Saturday, April 26. Parade starts at noon. Minor, Pioneer, and T-Ball Division Teams are encouraged to participate in this community event. Check with your team's manager for additional instructions.

Teams will meet up with Managers/Coaches at 11:30 AM (no later than 11:45) at the corner of Villa and Hope Street. MVLL is Group Number 29 (our area will be marked in chalk on the sidewalk). One of the league's board members will be there for check-in. Teams will march in by Division with T-Ball first, Pioneer second, and then Minors. Teams within a Division will line up alphabetically by team name.

This is a great community event. Invite your family, friends, and neighbors to come to the parade and cheer our Little Leaguers as they march down Castro Street.


Saturday, January 26
Pants, Belt, Shirt, and Socks Special at Play It Again Sports
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Steve Ferroni, owner of Play It Again Sports, announced the MVLL Uniform Special consisting of pants, belt, shirt, and socks. $25 plus tax for Youth sizes. $28 plus tax for Adult sizes. (Includes all discounts)

MVLL will be working with Steve and his staff to have the color selection and sizes available for our Little League players and teams. Play It Again Sports is located at 133 E. El Camino Real (between Grant and Hwy 85) in Mountain View and at 2081 Camden Avenue in San Jose.


Monday, February 25
Teams Announced
All teams have been announced. Team managers have contacted players and their families.  If you have not been contacted, send email to Steve Simmons, Player Agent.

Monday, February 18
Mandatory District 44 Safety Meeting for Managers and Coaches
Team managers and coaches, check with your division manager if you have questions about this meeting.

Time: Thursday, February 28th at 7:30 pm.
Location: Bowers Elementary School (2755 Barkley Ave, Santa Clara)


Thursday, February 7
Registration Still Open for T-Ball (4-6), Pioneer (7-8), Minors (9-11), and Junior (13-14) Divisions
It's not too late to register for baseball. The last walk-up registration event is on Saturday, Feb 9, 11 AM to 1 PM at Callahan Field (Crittenden Middle School). You can still mail in registration. Instructions and fees are listed in the registration article below.

Wednesday, February 6
Junior Division (13-14) Player Assessment and Walk-Up Registration on Sat, Feb 9
Final walk-up registration will be held Saturday, Feb 9 and Sunday, Feb 10. The registration desk will open at 11 AM. Players should arrive between 11 and 11:30 AM to check in and warm up. Assessment begins promptly at 12 noon.  Returning players do not need to attend the assessment.

Assessment will be run to 3 or 4 PM. Players can be dropped off at Callahan Park (Crittenden Middle School), which is located on West Middlefield between Shoreline and Rengstorff. All first time players [ages 13-14] must try out in order to determine ability to play at this level and assessment of skill for balancing teams. Baseball attire includes cap, tee-shirt, baseball pants, cleats [molded or metal], and protective device [cup]. Each player should have a glove and bat.

Assessment Times:
- Sat, Feb 9 – 12 noon to 3 or 4 PM (arrive by 11:30 AM for check in and warm up)
- Sun, Feb 10 (if needed) – arrive by 11:30 AM for check in and warm up)

If the weather is light rain, the assessments will take place as scheduled. If the assessment is cancelled, a message will be posted on this web site. You can also call 650-961-2065 for the cancellation announcement. Players who can't make it to February 9-10th tryout should notify Bill Gibbs. Depending on weather and/or no shows, we are planning to hold another assessment session on Sat, Feb 16, beginning at 12 noon at Callahan Park.


Tuesday, February 5
Register for 2008 Spring Season

Registration for the 2008 spring season is now underway. We are now accepting boys and girls ages 5 through 14 (age as of April 2008) for T-Ball, Pioneer, Minor, Major, and Junior divisions.

Please attend one of our in-person registration events.

Registration fees for 2008 are as follows:
- T-Ball (ages 5-6) $110
- Pioneer (ages 7-8) $140
- Minors (ages 9-11) $150

- Minors/Majors (ages 9-12) $150
- Juniors (ages 13-14) $175
(Registering more than one player in a family qualifies for the sibling discount of $10 starting with the 2nd player.)

You must provide full payment or a fee-waiver form when registering. You can also contact us at 650-961-2065, or just come to our in-person registration events to discuss division placement, fee waivers, or other issues.
To register by mail and pay by check or pay online: 
1) Download 2008
registration form from Handouts and fill out.
2) Download 2008
volunteer form from Handouts and fill out.
3) Make a copy of the player's birth certificate or passport.
4) Make a copy of a utility bill that shows your Mountain View address.
5) Enclose check payable to MVLL or pay online using PayPal (a PayPal account is not needed)
6) Mail all of the above to MVLL, PO Box 614, Mountain View, CA 94042.
REMINDER: Payment only does not complete registration. 



Friday, September 21
Apply Now for Team Manager Openings
We are continuing to accept applications for Mountain View Little League team managers for T-Ball, Pioneer, and Junior Divisions. To apply, send email to League President Alan Gishi with your contact information and division/team you would like to manage. Returning managers must re-apply.

Saturday, January 26
Player Assessment and Registration for Sat., Jan. 26 Rescheduled to Sunday
Walk-up registration and player assessment has been moved from Saturday, Jan. 26 to Sunday, Jan. 27 due to weather.

Walk-up registration begins at 11:30 AM at Bubb School on Sunday. Registration for all divisions is still open. Final registration for Minor and Major Divisions is on Feb. 2.

Player assessments begin at noon. All players 9 to 12 years old try out in order to balance teams. 8 year olds can try out if interested in playing “up” to the Minor Division. Players should arrive baseball-ready and 30 minutes early to check in and warm up. Baseball attire includes cap, tee-shirt, pants, shoes, and cup for boys. Players should bring a pair of athletic shoes and a pair of baseball cleats if they have them. Which pair is worn during the assessment will depend on the condition of the playing surface. Each player should have a glove. Bring a bat if available, otherwise, we'll have some on hand.

Players who can't make it to their scheduled time can come to the other. Players can participate at the following weekend's tryouts in order to make the best showing. If the weather is light rain, the assessments will take place as scheduled. If the assessment is cancelled, a message will be posted on this web site. You can also call 650-961-2065 for the cancellation announcement.

Please note the Assessment Times have changed for this weekend:
- noon to 1:30 PM (11/12 Yr Olds) [arrive at 11:30 AM]
- 1:30 to 3:30 PM (8 to 10 Yr Olds) [arrive at 1 PM]


Friday, July 13
Baseball Moments Captured by Justin Jones
Happy Catcher
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Justin Jones is a professional photographer who has been capturing images for the families and friends of the ball players of Mountain View Little League this season. He has also taken photos at the tournament games played at McKelvey (including TOC Majors and TOC Juniors Championships). Justin takes excellent photographs and makes them available to the parents at a modest fee per print. Prints (4x6 inch size) are available for purchase and order forms are at the McKelvey Snack Shack. Feel free to visit his web page for updated photos from the photographed games.
Little League Baseball Photos Listing



Sunday, January 6
Walk-In Registration Dates in January
Join us at the Mountain View Community Center on Rengstorff to register in person on the following dates:

- Wed, Jan. 9, 7 to 9 PM
- Tues, Jan 15, 7 to 8:30 PM (Parents Information Night)
- Sat, Jan 19, 11 AM to 2 PM


Sunday, December 9
Fundraiser at Boardwalk Restaurant and Walk-In Registration, Tues., Dec. 11
Join us at the Boardwalk Restaurant at 4940 El Camino Real in Los Altos (Between Rengstorff and San Antonio) between 5 and 9 PM this Tuesday (12/11).  A portion of the evening's meal sales will be donated to Mountain View Little League.  We'll have a registration table open.  Bring proof of your child's birthdate (an original birth certificate), proof of Mountain View residency (phone or utility bill with a Mtn View address), and your child's doctor information.  Payment can be in cash, personal check or done online using a credit card.

Saturday, November 17
Saturday, Dec. 8 Walk-In Registration
Our next walk-in registration session for Spring baseball is on Saturday, Dec 8, from 11 AM to 2 PM at Rengstorff Community Center on 201 Rengstorff Avenue. Please remember to bring your checkbook or cash. We will also accept credit card payment through PayPal Online (a computer will be available). In addition, a birth certificate will be needed to verify the player's birth date and a utility bill will be needed to show the player resides in Mountain View. To complete the medical information portion of the registration, the name of the player's doctor and phone number will be needed.

Saturday, August 25
Fall Ball Registrations are Closed
The Majors and Minors Fall Ball teams have been formed and there are waiting lists for all teams.

Also, Fall Ball for players who will be 13 or 14 years old next season can contact the Junior Division Director, Bill Gibbs. Last day for signups was Aug 25. First game was Sept 8. www.mvbr.org 


Tuesday, July 31
Sign Up for 2007 Fall Ball
Bat Ball Glove
Bob Bartlett, MVLL's Fall Ball Director, announces the 2007 Fall baseball program. Our Fall program develops baseball skills while giving players a fun and supportive place to play. The program is instructional and informal. The focus is on building skills and not on winning games. Games are played in Mountain View and nearby communities. The games are on Sundays, with one or two practices during the week. This program is aimed at players, ages 8 to 11, who played in the Minors or Majors divisions this year or will be entering Minors next year.

The cost of the program is $50 for players who were in our 2007 Spring program. Players who were not in the Spring program pay $75 and will receive a $25 credit towards registration for the MVLL 2008 Spring program.

Registration information and form can be downloaded here.

What about Fall Ball for players who will be 13 or 14 years old next season? Contact the Junior Division Director, Bill Gibbs, and ask to be added to his mailing list for Babe Ruth Fall Ball information.


Monday, June 18
Tournament of Champions and All-Stars Games Volunteers Needed
Rotating_BBall
MVLL is hosting several games as part of the District 44 Tournament of Champions and All-Star Tournaments. We need volunteers to assist with these games in the following roles: scorekeeper, announcer, snack shack, and field setup. The schedule of games and the name of the Tournament Director for each game is as follows:

  • Wed 6/20 5:30PM Majors TOC Game 2 at Small McKelvey (TD=Dave Modderman)

  • Fri 6/22 5:30PM Majors TOC Game 8 at Small McKelvey (TD=Lew Lee)

  • Tue 6/26 5:30PM Majors TOC CHAMPIONSHIP at Small McKelvey (TD=Brian Wong)

  • Wed 6/27 6:30PM Juniors TOC CHAMPIONSHIP at Big McKelvey (TDs=Dave Dieffenbach and Dave Modderman)

  • Mon 7/2 5:30PM 9/10 All-Stars Game 9 at Small McKelvey (TD=Linley Gwennap)

  • Fri 7/6 5:30PM Major All-Stars Game 16 at Small McKelvey (TD=Alan Gishi)

  • Sat 7/7 10:00AM 10/11 All-Stars Game 9 at Small McKelvey (TD=Scott Miller)

  • Wed 7/11 5:30PM 9/10 All-Stars Game 23 at Small McKelvey (TD=Joe Mitchner)

  • Sat 7/14 10:00AM 10/11 All-Stars Game 25 at Small McKelvey (TD=Dave Modderman)
Please contact Linley Gwennap, our league president, if you can volunteer.

Sunday, May 20
Board Members Needed
Gavel
We will be electing our Board of Directors for the 2007-8 season at Closing Ceremonies on June 16. We have a few open board positions for next year and need volunteers to fill them. Many of these positions require no special skills and only a modest time commitment. Little League is a volunteer organization, and we need everyone's help to make our program work. If you can help support the league, please send email to the league president, Linley Gwennap, to request more information. The deadline for nominations is May 30.

Friday, May 11
Stanford Baseball Summer Camps
Stanford 2007 Camp
Stanford has scheduled 6 sessions this summer for players 7-12 years old. The sessions are Baseball School or Games Camp. Each session is a half day, Monday through Thursday. Morning and afternoon sessions can be combined. Click on this article's title to go to the summer camp website for additional information and registration forms.

For players 13-18 years old, Stanford offers a Pitching and Hitting Camp from July 1 to 3. Lessons are 2 hours each day with 4 sessions scheduled each day.

The All Star Camp material is no longer being mailed out. Please contact the Baseball Office at (650)723-4528 and request summer camp information. Please leave a message with your name and address or a fax number. Online registration is available.


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