Little League sign-ups start

Little League sign-ups start

MILLERTON —The 2024 Webutuck Little League season registration is open for all divisions, including a new softball division.

Registration runs to Friday, March 1, for Tee Ball, Minors, Majors and Seniors. The 2023 season saw games played at Amenia’s Beekman Park and Millerton’s Eddie Collins Memorial Park.

Little League divisions:

Tee Ball — 4-6 years

Minors — 7-11 years

Majors — 9-12 years

Senior — 13-16 years

Softball divisions:

Minors — 7-11 years

Majors — 8-12 years

The Webutuck Little League board welcomes volunteers. For more information, contact webutucklittleleague@gmail.com

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