1939- Little League was founded by Carl E. Stotz in Williamsport, PA
1947- The first Little League World Series (then it was called the National Little League Tournament) was played, Allen"Sonny" Yearick is the first Little Leaguer to play pro ball ( Boston Braves Org.)
1953- Little League World Series (LLWS) is televised for the first time, Joey Jay is the first former Little Leaguer to play in the Major Leagues (Milwaukee Braves)
1956- Founder Carl Stotz severs ties with the organization, Little League Foundation is created
1961- Senior League Baseball was created for 13-15yr olds
1968- Big League Baseball was created for 16-18yr olds
1974- Rules were revised to allow girls, Little and Senior League Softball is created
1979- Junior League Baseball was started for 13yr olds
1980- Big League Softball was created for 16-18yr olds
1990- Was the first full season of the Challenger Division for mentally and physically disabled children
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