Game Status
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Game Status can be found under the "Game-Day Information" button.
FUNNY!
Who's on first is a funny skit that all baseball fans will enjoy! Click the image to view the video.
Summer Baseball League a Success
GILL's 2010 summer baseball league was a huge success!

We expect to continue to offer this league for the 2011 season. More information to follow in early July.

Thanks to Jim Nilind and all the summer league volunteers for a wonderful job.
General Registration Information
    

All Grand Island youths ages 5 through 18 are eligible and encouraged to enroll regardless of playing ability or experience.   One of the GILL's goal is to provide a safe and fun environment while learning the great game of baseball.  Our experienced coaches are there to ensure a positive, fun filled spring and summer.

Note: All baseball and softball players from Major Division and below are guaranteed a roster spot if their registration is received by Mar 5, 2011. Registrations received after Mar 5, 2011 are subject to availability.

The Process: (short version)

The Process: (long version)

1. Registration
Things to do:
Download and complete the forms to register a Player, Umpire, Manager/Coach, or a League Volunteer. (click the approprite link above for detailed instructions)
Submit registration documents by mail or hand deliver.
By mail:
Grand Island Little League
PO Box 714
Grand Island, NY  14072
Attention: 2011 Registration

Hand Delivery:
Date: Feb 5, 2011
Location: Grand Island Memorial Library
Time: 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
League officials will be present to answer questions.

Important Registration Dates:
Jan 31 - Mar 5: Mail in Registration Period.
Feb 25: Early Registration Discount Ends (please see registration form for details).
Mar 5: Standard Registration Ends (end of guranteed roster spots).
Mar 6 - Apr 25: Late Registration Period.

2. Player Evaulations
Things to do:
Player Evaluations are NOT a tryout. The league commissioners will use the evaluations in an effort to create fair and balanced teams. We know by having teams that are competative, your player will enjoy the season and look forward to participating.
Important Evaluation Dates: (all dates are for 2011)
Mar 5: Baseball - International Division Evaluations.
Mar 6: Baseball - Minor Division Evaluations.
Mar 12: Baseball - Major Division Evaluations.
Junior, Senior, and Big League Divisions of Baseball do not conduct evaluations.

Mar 13: Softball - Minor Division Evaluations.
Mar 13: Softball - Major Division Evaluations.
International, Junior, and Senior Divisions of Softball do NOT conduct evaluations.
Please visit our Player Evaluations page for more information including location, times, and what to expect.
3. Player Draft/Team Formation
After the player evaluations and sometime in mid to late March, the GILL board of directors will select the team managers for all divisions.

Once the managers are selected, the league commissioners will hold a "player draft". The goal of the draft is creating fair and balanced teams. This normally takes place in late March.

By the end of March, all teams should be formed.
4. Player Notification
At this stage (beginning of April), the teams are selected and it's the responsibility of the team manager to contact all the respective players. During this call, you'll know the team name and manager's name and contact information. Manager contact information can also be found at Baseball's Manager List. or Softball's Manager List.

If your player has not received a call from a league manager by the end of the first week of April, please let the appropriate league commissioner know. All players should be contacted by the first week in April. Commissioner contact information can also be found at Baseball's Commissioners List. or Softball's Commissioners List.
5. Practices Begin
Practices normally start the first part of April. It's completely up the team manager and coaches to schedule practice times. Typically, you can expect 2-3 practices a week (1 - 1.5 hrs each).
Diamonds at Veterans Park are not used for practice, nor are they used before opening day.
Game Schedules are released in mid-April. All schedules will be on-line around the same time.
6. Opening Day
Opening Day is scheduled for May 7 ,2011
We hope everyone can attend. Many fun activities are scheduled, and "opening day" is always a special day!

News
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Dick's Sporting Goods is a proud sponsor of GILL.

Opening Day In:
Yogiisms!
yogi Born Lawrence Peter Berra, "Yogi" was a 3 time AL MVP and one of the best catchers the game has seen. His lifetime batting average still ranks him high in history.

He's also known for his unique insight and has been referred to as a great philosopher of baseall.

Former President Bush once said: "Yogi's been an inspiration to me," generating gales of laughter. "Some of the press corps here even think he might be my speechwriter."

Click here to read some of Yogi's profound sayings.
GILL's Successful 2009 Season
GILL once again enjoyed a very successful baseball season. Our size has grown over the years and now includes over 800 players and well over 100 volunteers. We expect to be near capacity in 2010 so it's encouraged to register early. Registration information will be posted here soon.

Everyone at GILL thanks you for your support.
New Bat Regulation
Little League has instituted a new bat regulation that will go into effect for the 2009 season.
This new regulation requires all bats used in league play have a Bat Performance Factor (BPF) of 1.15 or less. GILL will more information posted shortly, but if you're planning to purchase a new bat soon, please ensure "BPF 1.15" is marked on the bat.
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