Lowell Little League: Welcome

 
 Click the tab to the right to begin the registration process.
 
Lowell Little League is operated entirely by volunteers who freely give of their own time and services so our kids can play baseball and softball.  Last year, Lowell Little League had over 430 participants.  If you would like to be a part of the Little League team, please see the volunteer section below.

Welcome to the

Lowell Little League

2012 Baseball/Softball season.  

Please read the following before you begin the registration process.

   Registrations for all age division are open on January 1st, 2012.

Registration for the 2012 season:
Please be aware of the different registration deadline dates for the age divisions listed below. Players added after the deadline date will be put on a waiting list with late fees ($15.00) and will be added as space allows.
**There will be no candy bar sales for a reduced registration cost.
**Opening day ceremonies will be on Saturday, April 30th.
**Please visit the website for upcoming information regarding the 2012 season.

The general rule for division schedules are as follows:
EDL-Saturday mornings
(Time is typically 9:00am-10:30am)
7-8-Tuesday and Thursday evenings
(Time is typically 6:30pm-8:00pm)
9-10 Boys-Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings**
(Weeknight games times begin at 6:00pm)
11-12 Boys-Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings**
(Weeknight games times begin at 6:00pm)
13-14 Boys-Any nights Monday thru Friday**
15-16 Boys-Any nights Monday thru Friday**
9-10 Girls-Any nights Monday thru Friday**

(Weeknight games times begin at 6:30pm)
11-12 Girls-Any nights Monday thru Friday**
(Weeknight games times begin at 6:30pm)
13-14 Girls-Any nights Monday thru Friday**
15-16 Girls-Any nights Monday thru Friday**


**There will be a few Saturday games played in these age divisions.

Registration fees and deadlines:
EDL (Early Developmental League) $60.00
Registration deadline: March 25th
Late fee registration deadline: March 31st

7-8 co-ed $85.00
Registration deadline: March 25th
Late fee registration deadline: March 31st

9-10 Minor Girls $85.00
Registration deadline: March 1st
Late fee registration deadline: March 15th

11-12 Major Girls $85.00
Registration deadline: March 1st
Late fee registration deadline: March 15th

13-14 Junior Girls $85.00
Registration deadline: March 1st
Late fee registration deadline: March 15th

15-16 Senior Girls $85.00
Registration deadline: May 1st
Late fee registration deadline: May 15th

9-10 Minor Boys $85.00
Registration deadline: March 1st
Late fee registration deadline: March 15th

11-12 Major Boys $85.00
Registration deadline: March 1st
Late fee registration deadline: March 15th

13-14 Junior Boys $85.00
Registration deadline: March 1st
Late fee registration deadline: March 15th

15-16 Senior Boys $85.00
Registration deadline: May 1st
Late fee registration deadline: May 15th

   Boundry Map:
All players must live within the 2012 Lowell Little League boundaries (see attached map). GRANDFATHER CLAUSE: Due to new boundaries, if your child played in Lowell Little League last year and now lives outside the new boundaries, they may continue to play in 2012 and future years. If your child did NOT play in Lowell Little League last year and now lives outside the new boundaries, they will NOT be allowed to register for Lowell Little League in 2012 and future years - NO EXCEPTIONS. To ensure that you live within the LLL boundaries, please review the following map.

Financial Aid:
It is offered based on a case by case situation. Send your request via email to Lowelllittleleague@gmail.com. Working 15 volunteer hours will be a mandatory requirement.

Late fee registrations:
A $15 fee will be added to any age division registration fee.

Refunds:
A refund is available upon request prior to the close of registration for the player’s division less a $10 processing fee.

   Coaches Clinic: 
   All volunteer coaches for any age division within Lowell Little League must attend the Coaches Clinic on Sunday, March 18th at Roger High School Gym.  The clinic will be held 1:00pm-5:00pm. No cost.

Returning users:
When you log into your account to register, you will see the programs age bracket has been adjusted according to the Little League International age chart. Verify all information; address, phone numbers, contact numbers, etc. Once basic information is current, you may proceed to the registration tab and register your child.

Forgotten password:
If you’ve forgotten your password simply type in your email address only and it will email you a new password. If the email entered is not associated with your account, it will allow you to start a new account by entering your guardian’s info and the child’s info. (Note that if you have several emails associated with your account, any one of them will pull up your account.)

New users:
If you are new to Lowell Little League, welcome. In order to register your child/ren, click on the register now tab. You must create a new account. Once the account is set up, then you can proceed to the registration tab to register your child.

Payment:
The registration system is setup to accept Visa/MC immediately or you can pay with check by mail.

Submission of forms:
A current medical release form, a copy of birth certificate and payment MUST be on file for your child’s registration to be complete. Your child CAN NOT participate in practices and/or games until all forms and payment are turned in. Mail documents to Lowell Little League, PO Box 292, Lowell, MI 49331-0292, Lowell, Mi 49331.

Medical Release Form:
A 2012 medical release form must be on file in order to complete your child’s registration.

Birth Certificate:
If your child played in Lowell Little League last year, their birth certificate may be on file. You will be contacted if we do not have it on file. For all new registrations, a copy of their birth certificate must be on file to complete their registration.

League Age:
Division placement is based on your player’s league age which is determined by Little League International’s guidelines. See the Baseball and Softball League Age charts below to determine the applicable division (or divisions) available for your child. Please note that several ages have two divisions available to them so please verify which division you want prior to starting the registration process.

EDL (Early Developmental League--4-6 years olds—coed)
Boys May 1, 2005 – April 31, 2008
Girls January 1, 2005– December 31, 2007

7-8 (Machine pitch—coed)
Boys May 1, 2003– April 31, 2005
Girls January 1, 2003– December 31, 2004

9-10 Girls-Minor
January 1, 2001– December 31, 2002

11-12 Girls-Major
January 1, 1999– December 31, 2000

13-14 Girls-Junior
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1998

15-16 Girls-Senior
January 1, 1995 - December 31,1996

9-10 Boys-Minor
May 1, 2001 – April 31, 2003

11-12 Boys-Major
May 1, 1999 – April 31, 2001

13-14 Boys-Junior
May 1, 1997 – April 31, 1999

15-16 Boys-Senior
May 1, 1995 – April 31, 1997

Volunteers:
We are always looking for volunteers to assist in running the program effectively and efficantly. Volunteer application forms can be found during the registration process of on the website (www.lllmi.com). If you have any questions about volunteering, please send an email to www.lowelllittleleague@gmail.com.

Positions include: Board members
Sub commitee members (concession, umpire, field mainentance, website, etc.)
Coaches
Umpires
Concession Co-Manager


Player Evaluations:
9-10 Boys Minor--Saturday, March 17 at Cherry Creek Gym, 9:00am-11:00am
11-12 Boys Major--Saturday, March 17 at Cherry Creek Gym, 11:30am-1:30pm
13-14 Boys Junior--To be announced

9-10 Girls Minor--To be announced
11-12 Girls Major--To be announced
13-14 Girls--To be announced

Player Play up rules:
No children aged 3 and under can not play in Lowell Little League.
Little League International’s insurance only covers children aged 4 and older.

In order for your 6 year old child to play up in the 7-8 machine pitch league;   
the parent must submit the request to lowelllittleleague@gmail.com.
the child must have at least one year of tee-ball or little league experience.

   In order for your 8 year old child to play up in the 9-10 minor league;
the parent must submit the request to lowelllittleleague@gmail.com
& the child must be at minor league try-outs in March.

In order for your 10 year old child to play up in the 11-12 major league;
the parent must submit the request to lowelllittleleague@gmail.com
& the child must attend the 11-12 major try outs.

In order for your 12 year old child to play up in the 13-14 junior league;
the parent must submit the request to lowelllittleleague@gmail.com
& the child must attend the 13-14 junior try outs.

In order for your 14 year old child to play up in the 15-16 senior league;
the parent must submit the request to lowelllittleleague@gmail.com
& the child must attend the 15-16 senior try outs.

All player play up requests must be submitted through lowelllittleleague@gmail.com.