Powell-Portland Little League Merger

 

After a successful season of 2013 which included a rise in membership and a successful post season with players on teams winning State and going to Regionals, Powell Little League prepares for 2014 and the future of our league.

The board of directors see many challenges that face our league and surrounding leagues and looked for solutions. The final decision to ensure our league continues to grow in numbers and in player development, we decided to go forward with a merge with Portland Little League.

Softball Pride had a great run

Not sure if you all heard or not, but the Majors Softball team ISP Pride, lost their game last Thursday to Sunnyside LL (AZ) 0-1 at the Regional Tournament Semi-Finals. The championship game is played tonight, Friday at 6pm between Granada Hills LL of SoCA (5-0) and Sunnyside LL of AZ (4-1). The winner of this game will advance to the World Series held here in Portland at Alpenrose.

State Champs!

It has been an amazing ride for these ladies, their coaches and their families. Their final win tonight against Pendleton 7-3 secured their championship status and their plane tickets to San Bernardino, CA for the Regional Tournament!

Congratulations to Maggie, Yarly Jasmin, Kira, Sadiann, Sammie, Makayla, Camassiah, Gracie, Stephanie, Camila, Rebecca, Natalie, and Emily along with their coaches Jimmy Brauckmiller, Sherilynn Mobley and Tony Combs. We are very excited for you all as you move to your next adventure!!

Powerful Powell Post Season

On to state!

We've had tremendous success this post season and are ready for the next tournament as our 9/10 year old baseball team is just starting their District tournament this Thursday at 4pm at the Jaycee Field in Gresham at Main & Powell.

Powell LL is lucky enough to have a great opportunities to partner with other little leagues to combine our players to create powerhouse teams! Thank you to Portland LL (50/70 Baseball), Mt. Hood & Clackamas (Juniors Softball) and Portland LL & Taborvilla LL (Majors Softball). Thank you for helping our players create this adventure and lasting memories!

Closing Ceremonies and Minors Tournament

Good sports all around

It was a perfect day at the park as we wrapped up the Powell Little League Minors tournament today with a closely played 6 inning game between the Green Sox and the Blitzers.  The Green Sox held on for a narrow victory, while earlier in the day The Growlers bested the Pirates for the 3rd place spot.  The Red Wolves and Maroon 12 also played great games this week, and fun was had by all.

And just another reminder to join us at 4:30 today at Sewallcrest Park for closing ceremonies, All Star Team announcements, and our Majors teams playing their final game under the lights.  See you at the park!

Closing Ceremonies on June 15th

Powell Little League has had a great season of softball & baseball for our kids and their families!

It is almost time to end the season but before we do please join us for our Annual Closing Day Festivities on Saturday, June 15th at Sewallcrest Park at SE 31st & Stephens at 4:30pm.

Thank you Alpenrose

An Awesome Alpenrose Day!

It was dry, it was sunny, it was windy, it was cloudy, it was a great day at Alpenrose!

Win or Lose, teams had a fun time and kids were thrilled to play on wonderful fields. Honestly, I think the parents were a little jealous they didn't get to play out there. 

We are truly fortunate to have the opportunity to play at Alpenrose free of charge and all we have to do is prep our fields, supply our own volunteers and clean up after ourselves...no problem, it takes a village!

Join me for a round of applause and HUGE THANK YOUs...

Umpires Wanted

Duckworth shows us how it's done.

Interested in umpiring?

We are actively recruiting volunteers interested in umpiring minors level baseball games at Brooklyn and Essex fields this spring.  It's a great way to get involved with the league, and is a minimal time commitment (you can just ump the games you want, no larger commitment).  

The players and coaches alike really appreciate our volunteer umpires.  If you're interested, please Contact Leigh Gill at leigh.f.gill@gmail.com

Alpenrose Weekend

Alpenrose Day is almost here!
 
Join Powell Little League and all our teams for a full day of softball and baseball at one of the premier arenas in the Portland area.

The Alpenrose Dairy is home of the Little League Softball World Series and the family opens their fields to the little leagues in the Portland Metro area to enjoy a family fun filled day with games, concessions and activities.
 
Powell will get our chance on Sunday, April 28th with games starting as early as 10am and ending by 7pm. 

Opening day softball recap

Between the rain showers, Powell's majors softball team (The Tenacious 12) managed to get in their first full game against Lents on opening day. 

Ready to play ball!

Yeah, we're ready

This weekend is opening day!  The little league parade and festivities begin at 8:45 am this Saturday, April 6th at Seawall Crest Park.

If you haven't yet heard from your coach regarding a game schedule or team assignment, email us at: powell.littleague@gmail.com and we can help get it sorted. 

Also, if you haven't filled one out yet, be sure to fill out a medical release form and get it to your coach as soon as you can.  See you at the park!

Opening Day!

Powell Little League proudly invites you to Opening Day Ceremonies, Saturday, April 6th 9:00am at Sewallcrest Park (31st & Stephens).

Enjoy the Parade of Players: brought to you by our proud sponsors Tennessee Reds, Pizza Roma, Neighborhood Dentist, Slappy Cakes, Township & Range, Blitz, Brooklyn Park Pub, & Straight from NY Pizza.

Opening words, introducing teams & coaches then the first pitch of the 2013 season!

Players come in your uniform with hat and looking like you're ready to play ball and meet your coach & team at 8:45am on the blacktop behind Edwards School.

Parents, make your way along the parade route. It will go down SE Market to 31st then down to the ball field. Watch from the grand stands as teams enter the field to get the ceremony started.

Scott with Bro-Dogs will be on hand supplied with morning friendly food & coffee PLUS part of the proceeds go back to Powell!

Ceremonies will finish in time for morning games to begin.

See you at the Park!

General Meeting Reminder

Just a quick reminder that our annual general meeting will be held this Thursday, March 14th @ 6:30pm @ Hosford Middle School (2303 SE 28th Pl).

This is your opportunity to meet your coach, discuss practice schedules, turn in forms, and receive your team assignments. 

See you there!

Assessments Saturday March 2nd

What: Assessments for Baseball and Softball Players in Minors, Majors and Juniors

When: Saturday, March 2 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Where: Abernethy Elementary School, 2421 SE Orange, one block north of SE Division and SE 13th Avenue (please check in at the gazebo on the northeast side of the playground).

Who/When: Players Age 8-10 (Minors) from 10:00 to 11:30 am.  Players Age 10-13 (Majors/Juniors) from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm.  If you can't make these assigned times, please come anytime between 10 and 1.  If you absolutely can't make it, we may schedule a makeup session at a date and time to be determined (depending on the number of players who miss). 

What: Each player should plan to spend about 30 minutes at assessments.  Players will warm up and then rotate through several stations, including hitting, running, ground balls, fly balls and pitching.  

What to Wear: Dress comfortably, wear tennis shoes (no cleats) and bring a glove

Why: Powell Little League uses assessments to determine a player's skill level.  We then use assessments to help assign players to form teams that are competitively balanced.  We do not want assessments to be a stressful event for your kids.  Every kid plays! 

Registration:  It's not too late!  Please do so online.

Play Ball!

Player Evals and General Meeting

Powell Little League is OPEN!  Register now!

• Find your glove- Player Evaluations on Saturday, March 2nd at Abernethy Elementary, 2421 SE Orange in Ladd's Addition.  Boys & Girls ages 8-10 10:00-11:30am; Boys & Girls ages 10-12 11:30-1:00pm

• Calling all Players & Members-  Spring General Meeting on Thursday, March 14th at 6:30pm at Hosford Middle School 2303 SE 28th Place, auditorium

• Time to Play Ball!  Opening Day on Saturday, April 6th 9:00am at Sewellcrest Park, 32nd and SE Market St (meet on the blacktop to form parade).

• PLL Needs You!  Volunteer Opportunities Available:  Umpire in Chief, Field Maintenance Coordinator and committee members, Coaches Coordinator, Managers & Coaches for all divisions in baseball and softball.

Inquire at powell.littleleague@gmail.com or call us at 503-496-0202

See you at the park-

2013 Registration is Open

2013 registration for all Powell Little League divisions is now open.  Click here to sign up for T-Ball, Farm Baseball & Softball, Minors & Majors Baseball, and Minors, Majors, and Juniors Softball.

Registration fees have not changed from last year.  The pre-season meeting will happen in mid to early March, and games will begin in early April.  

We still also need volunteers to fill the roles of: