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| Batting Cage Time at the Strike Zone | | | | | | |
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posted 08/26/2008
We are excited to offering this program again for the Fall!!!
Madison Little League, in conjunction with The Strike Zone baseball/softball training facility in Clinton, is pleased to offer all players 1 Hour worth of batting cage time at The Strike Zone at 50% off the normal cost for only $15 (normally $30 per hour). The Strike Zone will donate $5 of every hour purchased back to the league to help us raise money for the upcoming season. We encourage everyone in the league to take advantage of this opportunity!
Cage time can be purchased through Madison Little League on our web site at madisonctbaseball.com/Registration/Default.asp. Limit 1 hour/player and must be used in September - November 9, 2008 . You can register just like you register on-line for each league using your credit card (MC or Visa). The Strike Zone will allow the hour to be used in 15 minute, or 30 minute increments, or all at once during the months of April, May, and June of 2008! Cage Reservations/Times are required with the Strike Zone by calling (860) 669-9955. You will need to bring your proof of purchase (confirmation email provided to you when you register/pay on-line via our MLL website).
With an hour of batting cage time players can go to The Strike Zone before a practice, game, on a day off, or when the weather is bad to get some extra swings and work on their skills!! 
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| Fall Baseball Clinic | | | | | | |
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posted 08/26/2008
The Strike Zone in Clinton will be conducting a fall Baseball Clinic beginning September 15th and ending October 22nd. The clinic will be held twice/week on Mondays and Wednesdays. Every Monday session will be held indoors at The Strike Zone from 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM, and the Wednesday session will be outdoors from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Westbrook High School. The Strike Zone staff will provide instruction in hitting, defensive skills, base running, and conditioning. The clinic will run for six weeks (12 workouts total), and the cost is $325.00. All ages are welcome. For more information please call The Strike Zone at (860)
669-9955 or visit their website at:
www.szbaseball.com
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| LIGHTNING PREDICTION SYSTEM PROCEDURES | | | | | | |
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posted 08/11/2008
LIGHTNING PREDICTION SYSTEM PROCEDURES-Strong, Nelson, Exchange and Lowrey Fields
Lightning Prediction System is located on top of the Main Surf Club Building.
The System is looking at a 9 mile radius around the Surf Club Park as is the Madison Country Club’s System. The system is constantly measuring the atmospheric conditions and if conditions are favorable for lightning the following will take place:
A long 15 second blast from the air horns will be sounded. The Strobe light on the roof of the Surf Club Building will turn itself on and continue to stay on until the conditions change and lightning is no longer a threat.
What to do when you hear the horns or see the strobe light activated:
- Evacuate the athletic fields, picnic area and beach immediately – don’t run but move quickly.
- Seek appropriate shelter from the impending storm. – Cars, trucks, bathroom buildings or other permanent structure. Don’t go under tents, trees or stand in open areas.
Once conditions change and lightning is no longer predicted by the system you will hear an all clear which is 3 short blasts of the air horns and the strobe light will turn off.
If the All-Clear is sounded it is safe to return to the playing field and resume play should field conditions be okay. If there is standing water on the field, play should NOT be resumed and the game should be cancelled or postponed.
Failure to adhere to this procedure, or any of the policies of the Madison Beach & Recreation Department regarding approved use of fields may result in a loss of field privileges for the team(s) or League(s) involved.
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| 2008 Fall Baseball | | | | | | |
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posted 07/18/2008
2008 MADISON FALL BASEBALL
The Madison Fall Baseball Program is gearing up for another exciting season. All boys born between May 1, 1996 and July 31, 2000 are eligible to play. Depending on the number of registrants, we hope to continue with two divisions this year. While we are still working out some details, we plan to have our older kids (ages 10/11) play in a fairly competitive league in Guilford while our younger kids (ages 8/9) play in a developmental league in Madison with some travel games along the Shoreline (from Branford to Essex). Please note that league age is determined as of May 1, 2008.
Our Fall season will begin shortly after Labor Day and will run through late October. Games will generally be played on both weekend days throughout the season. For the younger division, there will be a few games scheduled during the week in early-to-mid September as daylight permits. This will allow us to take a break over the Columbus Day Weekend.
If you are interested in playing baseball this Fall, you should register online at www.madisonctbaseball.com as soon as possible. The rosters do fill up quickly and we will make every effort to place each child on a team. All those who sign-up by Thursday, July 31st will be guaranteed a spot in our program. Anyone registering after that date will be placed on a waiting list. Please note that we cannot issue any refunds once the uniforms are ordered on Monday, August 11th.
Since the Madison Fall Baseball season coincides with other Fall sports, we do ask that you make Fall Baseball your priority if you decide to register. Give it some thought and try to be fair to both you and your teammates before making your commitment.
Steven Marchese will once again coordinate the program this year and welcomes all volunteers to help with coaching, umpiring and running our new concession stand.
If you have any questions, please contact Steve by e-mail at Steve1040@aol.com.
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| Be Aware of Heat-Related Problems This Summer | | | | | | |
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posted 06/09/2008
Coaches, Umpires and Parents:
Be alert for heat-related problems this summer.
Catchers (and umpires) especially are subject to problems relating to heat.
Some suggestions:
- Have coaches warm up pitchers. Both before and during the inning (new pitcher).
- Umpires should let catchers know that they should communicate if they are overheating.
- Beyond that, umpires should call time when innings go a little long, and check the catcher. Have them take their helmet off and get a drink. BE PROACTIVE!!
- Make sure there are plenty of fluids available.
- HYDRATION STARTS THE DAY BEFORE!! Parents: have your kids drink fluids today for tomorrow.
- Err on the side of caution. If you're hot, the kids are too. Don't be afraid to call time out and give them a break.
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| MADISON LITTLE LEAGUE APPAREL FUNDRAISER | | | | | | |
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| Removing Water from the Field | | | | | | |
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posted 05/10/2008
DO NOT SWEEP THE WATER OFF THE FIELD INTO THE GRASS!!!
To remove water from the field, use the pump and bucket. Dig a hole where the water lies, pump it into the bucket and pour it away, off the field. Continue until all the water is gone, then use a small amount of Turface to dry the area.
REMEMBER! SAFETY FIRST!!
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| Fundraising - Brick Patio at JC Fields | | | | | | |
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posted 04/25/2008
Parents -
Last chance to order a custom brick for the JC Patio this season. Regardless if you are a baseball or softball family, this is a great way to put a fun stamp on our town and create a lasting memory of your time playing baseball and softball in Madison. Click on the link below to place an order.
http://leagueathletics.com/UserForm.asp?RegID=60495&snid=90144810&org=madisonctbaseball.com
Bricks can be purchased on-line for $50 per individual brick (4x8, 3 lines of text with a max of 15 characters per line) or $75 for a double brick (8x8, 6 lines of text with a max of 15 characters per line). Orders will be taken now through July 18 and the patio will be completed in the Fall. Click on the link above or on the Brick Patio button on the homepage menu.
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| MLL On-Line Store Now Open for Business | | | | | | |
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posted 02/02/2008
Our apparel store is OPEN for business on our website at www.madisonctbaseball.com. We have ALL NEW MLL apparel in every size.
Check out the new items - Baseball and Softball Tee Shirts, Sweatshirts and Car Magnets!!
Check here for the latest in MLL items and apparel. We accept MC and Visa for all purchases.
You will also be able to buy these items at Opening Day tomorrow.
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| 2008 Umpire Schools/Clinics | | | | | | |
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posted 04/07/2007
2008 Umpire Schools/Clinics
Eastern Region - Bristol, CT
860-585-4730
Umpire Clinic – Feb. 9 –10
Umpire School – Mar. 26 – 30
Umpire School – Apr. 2 – 6
Umpire School – Sept. 17 – 21
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| LOST AND FOUND | | | | | | |
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posted 04/01/2007
Please see the Exchange on our Homepage for Lost and Found items (right side of the homepage below Recent Results). You can enter items yourself. The system will then email you a key code that is tied to each item in the Exchange. If you find something at a field, please post this item on the Exchange as either LOST or FOUND so that we can help people find thier lost equipment. Once you find your item, please remove the posting in the Exchange. We hope you find this useful.
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| Madison Little League Registration Fee Refund Policy | | | | | | |
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posted 03/19/2007
Registration fees will be refunded in total prior to the date of the first player draft.
50% of the fee will be refunded prior to the date of the first scheduled practice.
Once practices have started, there will be no further refunds.
Late fees are not refunded at all.
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