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Lakeland Fall Ball registration underway

Lakeland Little League will have fall ball for all ages in both baseball and softball. If interested, more information, including a registration form, can be found here, at the league's website. If you have question,s either call the office phone number, 857-2722, or e-mail Wally Zirbel at zirbel5@aol.com or Kerry Burnett at burnett914@yahoo.com

Lakeland Seniors come up short in state championship

Lakeland Senior boys baseball came up short in their bid to win the state championship. Lakeland lost to Verona 13 to 2, Sunday. Verona advances to the regionals in Missouri…

Lakeland Seniors advance to state championship round

The Lakeland Seniors baseball team has battled their way to the state championship game late this week. Friday night Lakeland dropped a game to Verona, 7 to 1. But they came back strong in the losers bracket by defeating Menominee Falls this afternoon, 16 to 2. That means Lakeland will play in the first of two championship games Sunday afternoon. If they win both, they are off to… Continue reading

Lakeland seniors win first game at state tournament

The Lakeland Seinor Boys baseball team played its first game of the state tournament Thursday against Menominee Falls. Lakeland won 10 to 4. Lakeland's next game is today at 5:30 pm…

Lakeland American takes senior district championship

The Lakeland American Senior baseball team captured the District 6 crown Monday and advanced to the state tournament in Madison, starting July 29.

In the double elimination tournament they lost their first game to Franklin National 12-8. They then won 5 straight games coming through the losers bracket to face Franklin National for the championship and beat them 2 games in a row 4 to 1 on… Continue reading

Lakeland baseball 9-10 year olds win district title

The Lakeland Little League 9-10 year old baseball team won the District 6 Championship in Burlington Thursday by beating Franklin American by a score of 11 to 8. Lakeland will now move on to the state tournament… Continue reading

Lakeland still in hunt at District 6 tournament

District 6 Little League baseball tournament tournament play continues today at 1 p.m. at Brighton Dale Fields, # 1-Burnett Family Field,  between Lakeland and Burlington. Lakeland has come up through the losers bracket and would have to beat Burlington today and again tomorrow to win the tournament, said Kerry Burnett, Lakeland information officer. The winner of this tournament moves on to the state tournament. UPDATE: Lakeland lost to Burlington 14 to 5… Continue reading

Lakeland to host district Majors tournament

Lakeland Little League will host the District # 6 Major Baseball tournament starting this weekend at the Brightondale Diamonds. The first games start on Saturday at 3 p.m. Teams of local interest include Lakeland, Burlington, Kenosha American and Kenosha National. Click here to see a full bracket.

Lakeland baseball team takes tournament title

The host team took the title in the Lakeland Little League Memorial Day Baseball Tournament May 29 through 30 at Brightondale fields. Lakeland was undefeated in the tournament:
  • They beat Rampage 4-1.
  • Beat Union Grove 8-3.
  • Beat Pleasant Prairie Predators 3-1.
  • Beat Burlington 2-1.
  • Beat Franklin Killer Bees 9-7 in the championship game.
Note: Thanks to Mike Foley for submitting the photos and info. -- DH… Continue reading

Still time to sign-up for Lakeland Little League golf outing

There is still time to sign up for Lakeland Little League's 13th Annual Golf Outing on Monday, June 21 at Twin Lakes Country Club in Twin Lakes. Shotgun start will be at 11 a.m. There is plenty of room for golfers. If you would like to golf, sponsor a hole or donate an auction item please contact Debbie Burnett by calling her at 843-2883 or e-mail Kerry Burnett at… Continue reading

Morning Lakeland baseball games cancelled

The fields were groomed, striped and ready. The players were assembled. But the weather wouldn't cooperate and the morning games for what was to be Lakeland Little League's opening day of baseball Saturday were cancelled. Managers should have details on make-ups… Continue reading

Lakeland baseball opening day is Saturday

Lakeland Little League's opening day for baseball is Saturday (weather permitting). Game get started at Brightondale Fields at 9 a.m. From personal experience, let me say that a cheeseburger from the concession stand makes a tasty breakfast if you're there for a 9 a.m. game. Here's the schedule for Saturday: MINOR AA
  • 9 A.M. WHITE SOX VS

Lakeland seeking golf outing sponsors

Lakeland Little League will be holding its 13th Annual Golf Outing on Monday June 21 at Twin Lakes Country Club in Twin Lakes. Shotgun start will be at 11 a.m. If you would like to golf, sponsor a hole or donate an auction item please contact Debbie Burnett by calling her at 843-2883 or e-mail Kerry Burnett at burnett914@yahoo.com. You can also download all forms… Continue reading

Still time to register for Lakeland baseball, softball

There is still time  to register for Lakeland Little League's 56th season. Baseball (ages 5-18) and fast pitch softball (ages 6-18) registration fees are:
  • $125 for Minor League and above.
  • $75 for Instructional Leagues.
On-site registration will take place Thursday, Jan. 28, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Central High School cafetorium. Online registration is underway and continues through Feb. 15. Visit http://eteamz.active.com/lakelandll/

Lakeland baseball, softball open gyms to start Sunday

There will be open gym for any Lakeland Little League players starting Sunday, Jan. 17 and continuing  Jan. 17, 24, 31 and Feb. 7. The open gyms are (by location and level):

Central High School

  • Softball open gym,  noon  to 2 p.m.
  • Baseball instructional league (5-6 year olds)  and baseball AA league (7-8 year olds) 2  to 4 p.m.

Wilmot High School

  • Baseball AAA league (9-10

Lakeland baseball, softball registration underway

Registration for Lakeland Little League's 56th season is underway. Baseball (ages 5-18) and fast pitch softball (ages 6-18) registration fees are:
  • $125 for Minor League and above.
  • $75 for Instructional Leagues.
On-site registration will take place:
  • Monday, Jan. 25, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Central High School cafetorium.
  • Thursday, Jan. 28, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Central High School cafetorium.
Online registration is underway and continues through Feb. 15. Visit http://eteamz.active.com/lakelandll/, click registration on… Continue reading

Lakeland seeking coaches, managers

lakeland-logo-croppedManagers and coaches forms for Lakeland Little League baseball and softball are now being accepted for the 2010 season. You can download the forms here and turn them into the league office. Note that managers and coaches must fill out both the manager application and the volunteer form. If… Continue reading

Lakeland, Central to host baseball camp

Registration is open for Westosha Central Lakeland Little League Fall Baseball Camp. The camp will take place Sunday,Oct. 25, from noon to 4 p.m. It offers instruction in a fun-filled atmosphere for 8 to 12 year olds participating in Lakeland Little League. baseball1-mf-penywiseThe camp will be held at the Central High School gymnasium, 24617 75th St. Paddock Lake. (Please enter and exit through the east doors.) Camp instructors are Central… Continue reading

Lakeland fall ball registration this weekend

lakeland-logo-croppedLakeland Little League will be holding their fall ball registration this Saturday, Aug., 15, at Riverview Grade School in Silver Lake, between 9 a.m. and noon. The cost is $20 per player. Boys ages 6-15 and girls 12 and under are eligible. Boys will begin play Sunday, Sept. 13 and the season will run for six weeks. Girls begin play Saturday Aug… Continue reading

Lakeland seniors fall short in state bid

Lakeland Seniors baseball team fell short in its bid to win the state championship Saturday, losing to Madison West 7 to 1. The teams played in Verona.

"We had a successful season, and even though we lost today, we ended on a positive note," said Coach Jeff Neave Lakeland hitting: Three hits - Mike Sorensen, Sam Shelton, Jason Gackowski. Lakeland pitching:
  • Dalton Sjong - 3 innings, 2 hits, 1 strikeout.
  • Luke Podella -

State tournament in Brighton ends with West Madison victory

West Madison is the 2009 Wisconsin Littel League Majors State champion after they defeated Glendale 5 -2 at Brightondale Ball Park in Brighton Friday night. West Madison will go on to the regional tournament in Indianapolis. If they keep on winning, they could end up in the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Penn. Here's video of the last half inning and the reaction to the end result… Continue reading

Lakeland seniors advance to state championship round

Lakeland American Senior baseball All-Stars will play for the state championship. Lakeland defeated Menominee Falls American 3-1 on Thursday night. Lakeland advances to the State Championship game on Saturday, August 1, 4:00 pm, Ceniti Park in Verona. They will play the winner of Friday night's game between Menomonee Falls and Madison West. "Falls was a tough opponent and a very scrappy team," sadi… Continue reading

Semi finals play in State Majors Little League Tournament

Rain delayed the start, but the games got played in the semi-final round of the State Majors Little League Tournament Thursday at Brightondale Ball Park, Brighton. District 4 (Madison area) champ West Madison American defeated District 6 (Franklin area) champ Franklin National 8 to 7. District 1 (Milwaukee North and West suburbs) champ Glendale  edged District 3 (Eau Claire area) Lowes Creek in 7 innings 5 to 4. That sets up the championship game tomorrow at… Continue reading

Lakeland Seniors win first game at state

Lakeland Seniors baseball team took the first game of the Seniors State Tournament with a 6-5 victory over West Madison American Wednesday evening. Luke Podella drove in Sam Shelton with the game winning run with a sharp single in the bottom of the seventh. "Dalton Sjong was very strong on the mound," said Coach Jeff Neave. "Defense committed zero errors," Inning by inning (Lakeland scoring noted):
  1. Lakeland 0 - Madison West 0.
  2. Lakeland 2 - Madison

Day 5 results State Major Baseball Tournament

baseball1-mf-penywisePlay in the 2009 Little League Wisconsin State Major Baseball Tournament at Brightondale Ball Park continued Wednesday night. Here are the night's results: District 6 (Franklin area) Franklin National 5 District 5 (Wausau area) Wausau Northern 4 District 4 (Madison area) West Madison American 12 District 3 (Eau Claire area) Lowes Creek 2 District 1 (Milwaukee North and West suburbs) Glendale 4 District 2 (Appleton area) Appleton Lions Division 3 This was the last… Continue reading

Lakeland seniors begin state tournament play tonight

lakeland-logo-croppedThe Lakeland Little League Senior baseball team begins play in the state tournament today in Verona. Today's opponent is West Madison National. Game starts at 8 p.m. Thursday's opponent is Menomonee Falls also at 8 p.m. The championship game is set for 4 p.m. on Saturday. The Lakeland

Day 4 results of State Major Baseball Tournament

baseball1-mf-penywise Play in the 2009 Little League Wisconsin State Major Baseball Tournament at Brightondale Ball Park continued Tuesday night. Here are the night's results: District 5 (Wausau area) Wausau Northern 3 District 3 (Eau Claire area) Lowes Creek 20 District 6 (Franklin area) Franklin National 16 District 2 (Appleton area) Appleton Lions Division 6 District 4 (Madison area) West Madison American 6 District 1 (Milwaukee North and West suburbs) Glendale 5 Here are the records… Continue reading

Day 3 results of State Major Baseball Tournament

baseball1-mf-penywisePlay in the 2009 Little League Wisconsin State Major Baseball Tournament at Brightondale Ball Park continued Monday night. Here are the night's results: District 3 (Eau Claire area) Lowes Creek 5 District 2 (Appleton area) Appleton Lions Division 3 District 5 (Wausau area) Wausau Northern 2 District 4 (Madison area) West Madison American 4 District 1 (Milwaukee North and West suburbs) Glendale 9 District 6 (Franklin area) Franklin National… Continue reading

Day 2 results of State Major Baseball Tournament

baseball1-mf-penywiseThe 2009 Wisconsin State Major Baseball Tournament  continued Sunday at Brighton Dale Ball Park. Wisconsin consists of six Little League districts. The winner of this tournament will represent the state in continuing play that could end up in the  Little League World Series in Williamsport, Penn. Round 2 game scores from Sunday, July 26 were: District 3 (Eau Claire area) Lowes Creek 11 District 6 (Franklin… Continue reading

State tournament kicks off at Brightondale; Faber pays surprise visit

Little League State Majors Tournament play got underway Saturday afternoon at Lakeland Little League's baseball complex at Brightondale County Park. There is not a Lakeland team in the tournament but there was still plenty of local pride in hosting the prestigious event. But perhaps the most local excitement was caused by the appearance of Lakeland mainstay and District 6 official Butch Faber, literally minutes after leaving the hospital where he had multiple cardiac… Continue reading
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