Johnston Little League added a new team to its summer roster this year as it reintroduced its 8-U tournament club after multiple seasons away.
The JLL 8-U team has been competing against various other 8-U clubs in the region and got its first taste of success last week when it won its first game of the season.
As more Little Leagues in the state have begun to introduce these 8-U tournament teams, Johnston was excited to get on board to keep pace with some of the other local organizations. The goal is to establish an even stronger feeder system within the town while also giving kids even more opportunity to learn the game and have fun during the summer months.
“Our board, directed by (JLL president) Joe Splendorio and myself, are determined to make this league a model league in the state,” said JLL vice president Mike Orsini. “These kids are the future of our league and we understand that to be a contender at 12 (years old), these kids need to start playing together early.”
The team has been managed by minor league commissioner Joe Micheletti and a team of volunteers behind him.
Orsini credits Micheletti for continuing to develop the town’s young talent while establishing a culture of fun and camaraderie.
“Joe Micheletti, our minor league commissioner, has been doing a fantastic job and our coaching staff is all volunteer. They are also buying into the idea of developing these kids while keeping it fun and memorable. We are so proud of our coaches and kids,” said Orsini.
Members of the new JLL 8-U tournament team include: Angelo Serapiglia, Antonio Micheletti, Bryce Parenteau, Cristiano Travisono, Efrain Herrera, Evan Young, Jack Kelly, Jeremiah Seitz, Liam Heywood, Luca Orsini, Lucas Proulx, Max Batista, Nolan Rego and Zack Whiting.
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