Remembering High Park coach Bob Bardyn
03
Jan
News
18
Dec
Happy Holidays from High Park Little League
Dear High Park Little League Parents and Players, 2020 will certainly be memorable, perhaps not in the way we might have expected a year ago. With the first shipments of vaccine rolling out this week, we’re hopeful that 2021 will mean a gradual return to many of our favourite activities. The High Park board of...
04
Sep
HPLL receives new catcher’s gear with win-win support from local academy
Late last year Ace of Spades (AOS) Baseball Canada held a PA Day fundraiser for High Park Little League that raised more than $2500. When AOS founder Ivan Rusova (center in photo) learned that the league’s catcher’s gear needed to be replaced he came up with a win-win idea. An alumnus of the High Park...
23
Jun
High Park Cancels 2020 Little League Season
Dear Members of the High Park Little League Community: We regret to inform you that High Park Little League (HPLL) has made the difficult but unavoidable decision to cancel our regular 2020 season due to COVID-19. Since 1957, HPLL has provided a baseball program to children in West Toronto and the surrounding areas. The HPLL...
13
Jun
HP alumnus David Calabrese drafted by LA Angels
David Calabrese, who played T-Ball through to 12U with High Park Little League was drafted in the third round by the LA Angels in the recent 2020 major league draft. The speedy Calabrese was renowned for his hitting as far back as T-Ball, so current T-Ballers should note that he still uses the tee for...
03
Jun
No Place for Racism and Hate in Little League
This year has presented unprecedented challenges and heartbreak to many of our Little League® communities. In the wake of the killings of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and Breonna Taylor, millions have come together to support Black Lives Matter. Little League International stands with them. There is no place for racism and hate in this world...
22
May
Frequently asked questions on Cancellation of 2020 Season
What division(s) of play in HPLL is/are being cancelled? All divisions (Instructional, T-Ball, Minor, and Major) and rep programs are cancelled for the 2020 season. Under Phase 2 of the Province’s reopening plan, outdoor team practices are allowed. Toronto has now moved into Phase 2, so why can’t our 2020 baseball season continue? The HPLL…
27
Apr
Update on 2020 High Park Baseball Season
High Park Baseball players and parents, April is always an exciting time for High Park baseball as teams play early season exhibition games in anticipation of following the bag piper onto the field to celebrate Opening Day. Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 situation the City of Toronto has cancelled all City Spring athletic parks and recreation programs and permits...
19
Oct
Tommy Hanger wins 2019 League MVP Honour
Tommy Hanger was awarded three trophies at the 2019 HPLL Banquet, including Player of the Year. It was a final opportunity to celebrate a terrific season of baseball, say farewell to the graduating 12Us, and honour some of the outstanding individual and team achievements. Thanks everyone for a wonderful season. See you in 2020! Check...
