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Register now for youth baseball, softball

By AustinTalks | April 8, 2014

The Garfield Park Little League is looking for players, coaches, volunteers and sponsors for its 7th season.

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Little League provides more than baseball

By Katie Kather | October 30, 2013

Boys from across the West Side come together to play a sport and form friendships that organizers hope will transcend time and gang lines.

News

Columbus Park to receive more than $1 million in state-funded improvements

By Ellyn Fortino | July 2, 2012

Austin will receive the greatest share of $12 million in state grants being spent on 39 parks and three land conservation projects across Illinois.

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Austin and Garfield Park team up for Little League

By Ellyn Fortino | February 13, 2012

The merger increases baseball diamonds from one to eight for Austin kids, and players will receive free tutoring, mentoring and ACT prep classes.

Community

High school coach chose baseball over basketball

By V.O.I.S.E. Academy | June 13, 2011

Gym teacher Darrell Mathis has been playing the sport since he was 5.

News

It’s that time of year again

By Josh Newkirk | May 26, 2011

The Westside Big League Baseball league’s season has begun.

Community

Little League baseball coming to Austin

By AustinTalks | February 17, 2011

To sign up to play or to volunteer, contact the Westside Health Authority or Austin Safety Net Works.

News

Former players revitalize baseball on the West Side

By Nicole Leonhardt | April 22, 2010

Dozens of Austin kids are learning more than hitting and catching. They’re also developing life skills like discipline and leadership.

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