Wilsonville Little League Awarded Little League International "Girls With Game 50 Celebration Impact Grant"

Grant to Support Launch of Softball Program for Players Ages 5-14

Wilsonville, OR, July 29, 2024 – Wilsonville Little League is proud to announce that it has been selected as a recipient of the prestigious Little League International "Girls With Game 50 Celebration Impact Grant." This grant will provide essential funding to launch a new softball program for local players ages 5-14, significantly enhancing opportunities for female athletes to participate in the sport at the local league level.

As part of this initiative, Wilsonville Little League will add softball to its league charter this fall, with the inaugural season set to begin in the spring of 2025. Registration for the new softball program will open in December 2024. The grant funding will be utilized to purchase necessary equipment for players and teams and to provide training for volunteer coaches to ensure a positive and enriching experience for all participants.

"Receiving the 'Girls With Game 50 Celebration Impact Grant' is an incredible honor for Wilsonville Little League," said Adam Cunningham, President of Wilsonville Little League. "This grant will enable us to expand our program and offer new, affordable opportunities for young female athletes in our community. We are excited to see the positive impact this will have on our league and our players."

In preparation for the inception of softball next spring, Wilsonville Little League is seeking volunteers who are interested in helping with the steps necessary to launch this new offering.

Wilsonville Little League, established in 2016, currently serves over 250 baseball players ages 5-14. The addition of the softball program aligns with the league's commitment to inclusivity and providing diverse athletic opportunities for all children in the community.M

More information about the new softball program will be released in the coming months. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact [email protected]