East Hartford Little League has been selected as an official Nike RBI “reviving baseball in inner cities” program. The program is designed to provide greater access to the game while promoting character development, teamwork, leadership, and academic success through sports. As an official Nike RBI organization, East Hartford Little League will continue its commitment to making baseball and softball accessible to every child in the community, regardless of financial circumstances. “This designation is an exciting step for our league and our community,” said Jenilee Tedesco, President of East Hartford Little League. “Being recognized as a Nike RBI program strengthens our mission of providing every child with the opportunity to learn and grow through baseball and softball. We’re honored to partner with Nike RBI in expanding access to the game and skill-development opportunities for our players, coaches, volunteers, and Board Members.” Through the Nike RBI program, East Hartford Little League will continue to offer affordable programming, scholarship opportunities, player development, and a welcoming environment where every athlete has the chance to succeed both on and off the field. Additionally, East Hartford Little League will have access to baseball and softball development programs, coach volunteer workshops, the ability for players to apply for Nike RBI college scholarships, advanced skills clinics, Nike-branded uniforms starting next Spring. Registration for Fall Little League season closes Sunday. Families interested in learning more about East Hartford Little League and upcoming programs can visit EHLL.org or follow East Hartford Little League on Facebook for the latest news and registration information. For more about East Hartford Little League, please contact the following: General League Information: Xiomara Rodriguez at [email protected]. Fundraising Information: Marnee Moorcroft at [email protected]. For any other information, please contact Jenilee Tedesco at [email protected]. Founded in 1950, East Hartford Little League has served generations of local families by providing baseball and softball programs focused on sportsmanship, teamwork, skill development, and community. The league offers programs for players of all experience levels and is committed to ensuring every child has the opportunity to play. The Nike RBI program, which has served approximately 2 million young people since its inception, is administered by Major League Baseball and designed to give young people from underserved and diverse communities the opportunity to play baseball and softball, while also encouraging academic achievement and success and teaching the value of teamwork and other important life lessons. Nike RBI currently serves youth in over 175 programs in more than 200 cities worldwide. MLB and its Clubs have designated more than $40 million worth of resources to the Nike RBI program, and all 30 Clubs support Nike RBI Programs. ...read more read less