Established in 2007 for players in District 6

Directors: Mike & Brenda Hyland
Phone: (508) 672-4931
Age requirements: 5-18 year olds*

"The Challenger Division was established in 1989 as a separate division of Little League Baseball to enable boys and girls with physical and mental disabilities, ages 5-18 or the completion of high school, to enjoy the game of baseball along with the millions of other children who participate in this sport worldwide." (from the Official LL website)

Challenger in the News
-- Official Little League website's Challenger information

-- 'New Little League division gives kids with disabilities a chance to play ball' from the Fall River Herald News (02-25-07)

-- 'Our View: Root for this home team' from the Fall River Herald News (02-27-07)

-- 'Little League up for a new challenge' from the Fall River Herald News (04-21-07)

-- 'Challenger Division's debut provides new opportunities for disabled children' from the Fall River Herald News (04-22-07)

-- 'Facing autism' from the Fall River Herald News (04-23-07)

-- 'Our View: A Helping Hand' from the Fall River Herald News (04-27-07)

-- 'Baseball helps these kids focus on strengths' from the East Bay News (05-01-07)