GWBA Mission Statement Announcements

Founded on the principles that baseball without doubt he was OUT! should be available to all players, of any skill ages 13 through 16, the Greater Woodstock Baseball Association was created to enable youth players from Woodstock, Bull Valley, Wonder Lake and other areas the opportunity to participate in recreational and or travel baseball.

The GWBA was formed by a group of dedicated local professionals with vast baseball, coaching and mentoring experience and with support of Little League. Thus, we are committed to providing all players whom have advanced from the Woodstock Little League or Lightning program, with the best baseball experience.

This age group of players was previously managed by Woodstock Little League and after several meetings and Board approval, Little League decided to focus on their core age group of players.

Next, based upon feedback from players, coaches and parents, each year we review and adjust our PONY, COLT and CABA programs to ensure the best program is offered. Moreover, we understand that sports plays an important part of developing youth and the GWBA is 100% committed to providing fair and open programs to all players.

However, to accomplish this important goal GWBA Baseball and understanding that we have no affiliation with the City of Woodstock or the Recreation Department, we must have parents willing and involved at all levels of the program who are committed to providing the best experience.

Thank you for your interest in the GWBA and please review our 2008 baseball programs and get ready to play ball! --GWBA Board of Directors

February 15, 2009--The GWBA forms two teams for the 2009 season with one Junior League team moving back into the GWBA and Woodstock baseball community expands with Lightning adding one former Little League team of players to the 13 year-old program.

This year the GWBA Cubs return hoping to advance further then last season's Playoff results, and the new White Sox team, previously rostered in the Woodstock Junior League managed under the Little League organization, look to make their mark! Good luck teams!

February 10, 2009--The Nippersink PONY Baseball League Board of Director's meets and the Community Director's approve several new Rules.

February 10, 2009--The 2009 GWBA and Woodstock Little League-Metro League Program Guide released by GWBA

GWBA Nippersink Pony League

$165.00 Fee*

80' Bases - allows for good transition from LL base distance & prep for high school play -Enables players to continue with development of the various infield and outfield positions played in Little League on larger size field, but not high school size field

54' 6" pitching distance enables pitchers to develop speed, accuracy and new pitches effectively and without risk to physical strains and or injuries. Holding base runners is a skill developed with high chance of success due to base distance. Finally, hitting skills develop quicker due to pitching distance, better swing mechanics, limit on bat size and improved focus and ability to track ball

MLB, IHSA, Nipp Rules

11 - 18 player roster

30 Game Schedule*

Playoffs & World Series

Weeknight & Weekend Games

1/2 of all games home

Travel to: Johnsburg, Genoa City, Lake Villa, Antioch, Wauconda, Wonder Lake, Fox Lake, Hebron and Richmond

34 teams

Records: 1W and 25L teams to 29W and 1L teams for 2008 season

Apr - Jun 25 season

Jun 25 to Jul 01 Playoffs/Championship

*No Candy Sales and GWBA / Nippersink Pony used to play 30 games in season-changed due to school and parent work loads

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