There will be a special Edmonton & area Challenger baseball game prior to the Championship Final. It will be held on Saturday August 11th at 10:00 am at John Fry Park.

 

 

The Challenger Division was established in 1989 as a separate division of Little League to enable boys and girls with special needs to enjoy the game of baseball along with the millions of other children who participate in this sport worldwide.  Today, more than 30,000 children participate in more than 900 Challenger Divisions worldwide.

One of the benefits of having a Challenger Division is that it encourages the use of "buddies" for the Challenger players. The buddies assist the Challenger players on the field, but whenever possible, encourage the players to bat and make plays themselves. However, the buddy is always nearby to help when needed.

 

Parents and teenagers are strongly encouraged to become involved in this uniquely-rewarding division of Little League. We encourage everyone coming to the Championship Final to come out and cheer on these very special athletes.