Check out the Junior League Champions Team Photo in the Albums Section

If you have photos that you would like posted - send them to the Information Officer at swllinfo@optonline.net

South Wall Little League will be hosting the 2008 NJ State Championship for the 10/11 year old division for Little League Baseball.

Congratulations to all the following Section Champions:

Section 1: North Hunterdon National

Section 2: Livingston American

Section 3: South Wall

Section 4: Pennsville

Tournament Banquet for all participating teams will be on Monday from 3-5PM.

                 Date/Time                           Game # (Home vs. Visitor)                                 Score (Home - Visitor)

Check out the link to the Asbury Park Press article SWLL Captures Title. 

A full service food and snack bar will be provided including an outdoor barbecue cooking station.

Tournament T-shirts will be available for purchase.

Tournament Director is Mike Wilser. He can be reached at mbwilser@yahoo.com or at 732.778.1721.

For a map of the Wall Area and Hotels use this link Yahoo Map with SWLL Complex and hotels in Wall Area

Check back for updates and more info.

Election of Officers

The election of Board Members for the 2008/2009 season occured on Monday, October 13th.  Results are posted on our 2009 Elected Officers page.  Congratulations to our new members of the boards.  A few positions are still available, if you would like to volunteer, please let us know.

End of Year Party

Thanks to all the wonderful supporters - hope you all had a wonderful time.  Pictures will be posted in the Albums Section.

Fall Ball

The Fall Ball Commissioner would like to extend his appreciation to all families and volunteers that made it a great season.

All Stars

Congratulations to ALL South Wall All Star teams for representing us well. We are proud of you!!!

In Baseball the 11As are the District Sectional and State Champs!!!

The 11As won the District 11 Championship by beating North Wall two consecutive games, 24-5 and a thrilling 7 inning game 10-9. They moved on to the Section 3 Tournament in Sayreville. First game they lost to Toms River American 11-10 in 7 innings, second game the beat Nottingham 7-5, third game they took it from Toms River American 12-10 and the fourth game they beat Manalapan National 15-3. They 11As then needed to beat Woodbridge National on 2 consecutive days to win the Sectional Championship. The first Championship game they won over Woodbridge 11-3. They completed their quest for the Sectional crown with a 16-6 four inning victory. The 11As then moved on to the State Championship that was being held right here in South Wall.

In the State Tournament the 11As won all three games played to become the State Champs.  See the link to the left for more information. Great Job!!!

Brian Cloney's Red Sox are the regular season Major Champion and were the runner-up in district TOC. Great job!!

Russ Jeffray's Marlins won the Major President's Cup over Gary Hotra's Rays.

Tony Tracy's Angels won the Minor President's Cup over the Joe Campi's Marlins. The Marlins were the regular season Minor Champion.

Rich Mertens Phillies' are the 2008 Junior League Champs - see photo in Albums Section

Joe Paytas Yankees' are the 2008 Regular Season Junior Champs

Softball

Major 12s Allstars  led by Bob Hart, Vinnie Marron and Dave Lucas were the Dist. 11 Champs

Rookie League / Ages 5-9 / June 22-25(Rain Date 26th)

Minor League / Ages 9-12 / June 29-July 2(Rain Date 3rd)

Big League / Ages 13-18 / July 6-9(Rain Date 10th)

Daily Schedule 9:00AM TO 2:30PM

CAMP SIZE WILL BE LIMITED SO REGISTER EARLY

Cost $225

CAMP DESCRIPTION

ROOKIE LEAGUE (WEEK ONE) AGES 5 TO 9 YEARS OLD - This week will focus on the fundamental skills of the game. The daily schedule will include a balance of individual skills, drills and daily games. Campers will experience and enjoy a great week of baseball.

MINOR LEAGUE (WEEK TWO) AGES 9 TO 12 YEARS OLD - The Minor League week is designed for ages 9 to 12 and will play games on the 50/70 foot field. Please only 9 year olds who are ready for the bigger field. This week will focus on the fundamental skills of the game. The daily schedule will include a balance of individual skills, drills and daily games. Campers will experience and enjoy a great week of baseball.

BIG LEAGUE (WEEK THREE) AGES 13 TO 18 YEARS OLD - The Big League week is designed for high school players ages 13 to 18 who are serious about playing baseball at the collegiate level. This camp will allow players to develop and fine tune their skills with top college and high school coaches. The mornings will consist of fundamental work in all aspects of the game and the afternoons will primarily consist of games.

What to Bring? Players should bring baseball cleats, running shoes,and baseball glove. Players can bring a bat and catcher’s gear if they choose. Please make sure all personal equipment is clearly labeled. They should also bring lunch and a drink.

CAMP DIRECTOR HEAD COACH JOE LITTERIO

Joe Litterio, Wagner College’s all-time leader in wins, is in his 10th season at the helm of the Seahawks’ baseball program. In his first season at Wagner, he led the Seahawks to their only NEC Baseball championship and their first-ever NCAA Regional appearance.  In ten seasons at the helm he has taken the Wagner program to heights never before imagined. During his time the Seahawks have made six postseason appearances, winning it all in 2000 and finishing second in 2004, after only qualifying once previously in school history.

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - Contact Joe Litterio at 732-861-2440.

DAILY SCHEDULE

9:00 am Attendance and announcements / 9:30 am Stretching/warm up / 10:00 am Defensive stationsand instruction (by position) / 11:00 am Offensive stations and instruction / 12:00 pm Lunch (bring your own)We will try to have drinks for sale / 12:45 pm Team Placement / 1:00 pm Games / 2:30 pm Camp completion and pickup

CAMP APPLICATION

Please open flyer to print camp application

5th Annual Summer Camp

2009 Camp Dates and Locations

Featured Instructors 

Jason Faigin Former Player in the New York Yankees Organization

Anthony Martinez Former Player in the St. Louis Cardinal Organization / Former Head Baseball Coach at Red Bank Catholic

Camp Times

Age Groups

Children will be grouped by age and ability. 

Groups are: 5-7, 8-9, 10-12, and 13-16

Camp Application

Check the 2009 Clinics documents for Camp Application

LUNCH

Lunch will be available to purchase, as well as snacks and drinks. Players can also bring food and drink from home if they choose.

 ADDITIONAL INFO

Any questions can be sent via email to Jim Rochford (Camp Director) at jrochford@wall.k12.nj.us or telephone (732) 291-2072

DIRECTIONS TO CAMP

South Wall Little League Field

2300 Atlantic Avenue, Manasquan, NJ 08736

From Rt 35: to Manasquan CircleGo west on Atlantic Ave. Fields are on right.

From Rt 34 (going north): take exit by Brian’sAuto/Atlantic Ave. Turn right at stop sign. Bearright at fork onto Atlantic Ave. Fields are on left.

From Rt 34 (going south): Just south of BrielleCircle and overpass, take exit for Manasquan.At stop sign turn right. Bear right onAtlantic Ave. Fields are on left.

 Wall of Champions

State Champions

1983 ~ 1994 ~ 2004

Central Jersey Group Champions

1973 ~ 1983 ~ 1994 ~ 1995 2002 ~ 2004 ~ 2008

Shore Conference Champions

2003 ~ 2004

Monmouth County Champions

1995 ~ 2004 ~ 2005

Division Champions

1971~1973~1974~1983~1987~1995

1999~2003~2004~2006~2007~2008

SUA Sportsmanship Award

1995 ~ 1998 ~ 2005