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Longmont, CO – This year marks 50 years of youth baseball in Longmont. Established in 1968, the Longmont Baseball League (LBL) will kick off its celebration with Spring Training Clinics.
Spring Training Clinics will be held at Sandstone Ranch on Saturday, March 24 and Saturday, March 31 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. These trainings launch a season-long skill development curriculum based on the principles of becoming a five-tool player. All clinics are free to LBL players registered for the 2018 season.
Calling all past players:
On July 11, the LBL will introduce a Legacy Team, comprised of former LBL players and coaches, honoring all past players at its annual All-Star Game. The LBL is currently seeking players and coaches who have participated in the league throughout its history. If you have participated in the LBL, please contact [email protected] or call 720-684-6286. Share your memories of playing baseball and how those lessons learned have impacted your life.
LBL is the region’s premier youth baseball league serving families in the St. Vrain Valley School District boundaries and surrounding communities. The affordable opportunity welcomes all skill levels, offering both recreational and competitive (travel) team options for youth ages 5 – 17.
To register for the 50th Anniversary Season of the LBL and to take advantage of free baseball training opportunities all season please visit www.longmontbaseball.org and click the 2018 Recreational Player Registration tab on the left side of the home page.
About Longmont Baseball League:
More than 40,000 youth have been served over the past 50 years. LBL has elevated youth baseball and instilled critical life skills into its participants by incorporating strategic values, such as:
- CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT: Preparing young leaders through teamwork and sportsmanship
- FOSTER INCLUSIVITY: Providing baseball to all youth, uniting all cultures and skill levels
- SKILL DEVELOPMENT: Valuing baseball fundamentals and an enhanced understanding of the game
- EDUCATION: Training players, coaches and umpires to be stewards of the game
- COMMUNITY-MINDED: Showcasing our community through tournaments and inter-league play
- LONG-TERM RESPONSIBILITY AND FOCUS: Honor past baseball traditions while celebrating and encouraging today's young athletes, all while maintaining a focus to foster a love for the game
This is a press release issued by Longmont Baseball League and is published here as a public service.
