Register Now for Fall Ball

Registration is now open for Fall Baseball. Even though the Summer Tournament Season is still underway, it is not too early to begin thinking about Fall Baseball. Fall Ball is a great way to get ready for the upcoming season in a relaxed atmosphere. Teams will begin forming in August. Depding on the number of participants, we hope to offer programs at the minors, majors and juniors level. To register for fall ball, to to the On-Line Registration Website:

Fall Ball On-Line Registration

Wilshire-Riverside Finishes 10-11 Tourney with a Win

The Wilshire-Riverside 10-11 team finished strong with a 6-2 win over Pendeleton on Tuesday night at Alpenrose Dairy. The boys won the game behind strong pitching, timely hitting and aggressive baserunning. Congratulations to the players, coaches and fans. For more information on the state tournament, check out the Oregon Little League Website:

Oregon State Little League

Wilshire-Riverside wins 10-11 District Tournament

Wilshire Riverside defeated St. Helens for the second time in as many games to win the District 1 11/12 Tournament at Riverside. Wilshire-Riverside's bats started out strong to score 10 runs in the first two innings with everyone contributing. Although St. Helens scored in the later innings to make make it close, Wilshire-Riverside scored a convincing 14 - 9 victory for the district crown. Congratulations to Pat Hoglund, John McAllister and Stu Hudson for leading the team to victory.

Wilshire-Riverside Sweep in TOC

For the second straight year, Wilshire-Riverside swept the TOC. On Wednesday, Cascade 205 PT beat Penninsula 12 -11 in 15 innings to take the Majors crown. On Thursday, Fisherman's Marine and Outdoor defeated Rose City 5-4 in 7 innings. The Majors final was a game for the ages. Cascade scored four runs to take a 8-4 lead into the bottom sixth only to see Penninsula come back to tie the game. At one point, Penninsula was down to their last out when a home run to left center tied the game. Finally, in the 15th inning, Cascade scored a run to take the lead and was able to shut down Penninsula for the win. Overall, it was an incredible performance by both teams both at the bat and in the field. For photos of the game, see the tournament page.

In Thursday's game, Fisherman's M&O scored a run in the bottom of the 7th inning to edge out Roseway Theatre. Congratualtions to both teams for a great season.

Volunteeers needed for District Tournament.

Volunteers are needed to support the 10/11 and 11/12 (Little League) All-Stars Tournament. Volunteers are needed to help with field maintenance, serve as base umpires, and man the concession stands. To volunteer, contact Michael Ivory for field maintenance, (michael@ivorytrading.net), Pat Hoglnd to umpire (pathoglund@comcast.net) and Sean Darden for Consessions (shane.darden@gmx.com). Tournament games begin Saturday, June 26th and will continue through July 9th.

Majors TOC Final Delayed by Rain - Majors/Minors Double Header on Tap for Wednesday

The game between Pennisula Brooks Staffing and Cascade 205 was halted by rain after the top of 4th inning. Cascade had just scored 2 runs to take a 2-1 lead when the umpire called for the tarps. The rain was heavy enough that the field could not be returned to playable condition to complete the game. The game will resume in the bottom of the 4th beginning at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, June 16th. The Minors TOC championship featuring Wilshire-Riverside's Fisherman's M&O against Rose City Roseway Theatre will start once the Majors game has been completed.

Cascade 205 Advances to Majors TOC Final

Cascade 205 Defeated Amalfi's 5-4 to advance to the TOC final. See the Tournaments page for more information.

TOC Begins June 5th

The Tournament of Champions begins Saturday, June 5th. Last year, Wilshire Riverside won both the majors and Minors Championships. The TOC wil run through next week at fields all across NE Portland. Come out and support your team. Scores and results will be posted at the following link:

TOC Results

Wilshire-Riverside to Host 10/11 and 11/12 All Stars

The 10/11 All-Star Tournament will begin on June 26th with the 11/12 (Little League) Tournament to begin once the 10/11 Tournament is completed. For a full update on the District 1 and State Tournaments, see the News and Information Page.

Closing Ceremonies

Closing Ceremonies will take place at Wilshire Park on June 5th. Come on out and watch the some baseball, enjoy some sunshine and grab a bite.

Fisherman's Marine & Outdoor Wins 2010 Spring Classic

The 2010 Spring Classic Championship Game featured two Wilshire Riverside teams - Fisherman's Marine & Outdoor and AIG. Although the game started out close, Fisherman's Marine and Outdoor pulled away in the late innings for the championship. This is the second year in a row that a Wilshire-Riverside team has won the Spring Classic. Congratulations to all the kids on both teams for advancing to the Championship Game.

50th Anniversery Celebration

On Saturday, May 15th, we will be celebrating the 50th anniversery of Riverside Field. It was 50 years ago that presidential candidate, John F. Kennedy, threw out the first pitch to inaugurate Riverside Field. This year, we will be celebrating with a series of special events including a special guest first pitch and, following our 4:30 game, home run derby, accuracy throw contest and raffle. There will be food from the grill, Alameda Brewhouse root beer floats, music by Satisfied Minds and a beer garden for parents and former players. This event is sponsored by Friends of Riverside Ballpark LLC.

Opening Day Set for April 3rd

Opening Day is just around the corner. Be sure to come down to Riverside Field on Saturday, April 3rd for the annual pancake breakfast and opening day ceremonies. Breakfast, featuring pancakes, sausages, coffee and juice, begins at 7:30 and will continue until 9:30. Opening day ceremonies, including the "Running of the Bases" will begin at 9:45 am. First pitch is at 11:00 am.

This year is particulary historic because we will be celebrating the 50th Anniversery of the opening of Riverside Field - which was honored by a first pitch from John F. Kennedy during his 1960 presidential campaign. We will be having a special 50th Anniversery Celebration later in the year. Stay tuned for more information.

Game Schedules are Posted

Game Schedules for Majors, Minors, Farm League Softball and Baseball and Tee-Ball are posted on the Schedules page. Pre-Season practice schedules are also posted.

Gearing up for 2010 Season

Everyone is getting ready for the 2010 season. Chris Sperry, University of Portland baseball coach, held a coaches clinic on Monday night. Presentations from the clinic are posted on the Handouts Page. A second coaching clinic, focusing on pitching and catching drills, will be held at the Concordia College Gymnasium, 2811 NE Holman, in Portland on Monday, March 29th.

Permits for all fields are posted on the Handouts Page. Please make sure you have a copy of your permit during field use for practice or for games.

This year will be using former Riverside player Anthony Jordan and Jordan Photography to do the team photos. A nice feature that Jordan offers coaches is a on-line scheduling option. A link to Jordan Photography's on-line scheduling can be found on the news and information page.

March 30th is Dough for Dollars at the Fremont Pizzacato. Stop in for pizza on March 30th and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Wilshire-Riverside Little League.

Check the News and Information Page for more information.

Dates to Remember

Even though the 2009 season was unforgettable with the joining of Wilshire and Riverside Little Leagues, the strong tournment play at all levels and winning the 2009 District 1 Tournament, great things are in store for 2010.

March 14, 2010 - Coaches Meeting

March 15, 2010 - Coaches Clinic wih UP Baseball Coach Chris Sperry - 6:00 pm, Beaumont Middle School

March 20, 2010 - Team Work Parties - Wilshire and Irving

March 27, 2010 - Team Work Parties - Beaumont and Riverside

March 29, 2010 - Pitching and Catching Coaches Clinic; Concordia College Gymnasium (2811 NE Holman St) - 6:00 pm

April 3, 2010 - Opening Day

2009 Season Recap

Wilshire-Riverside wins District One Tourndament for the first time in 25 years as Wilshire-Riverside beat Parkrose 7-3.

John Egan, coach of the 11-12 All-Stars goes through the regular season and Tournament of Champions undefeated.

Wilshire-Riverside hosted the 9-10 bracke of the District One baseball tournament and finished third

Wilshire-Riverside Sweeps of the Minors, Majors and Juniors baseball division with wins by Ivory Headware, Hal Jones and Beaumont Market.

A record 43 teams and over 500 kids play Wilshire-Riveside Baseball in 2009

Even though the 2009 season was unforgettable with the joining of Wilshire and Riverside Little Leagues, the strong tournment play at all levels and winning the 2009 District 1 Tournament, great things are in store for 2010. In the meantime, if you still need your baseball fix, see the News and Information page for information on winter baseball camps

Registration Information

On-line Registration is scheduled to begin on January 1st. Start planning for Wlishire-Riverside Baseball in 2010. See the regisgtration page or for more information, contact the player agent at wilshirelittleleague@gmail.com

WILSHIRE and RIVERSIDE LITTLE LEAGUES have been supporting kids since in Northeast Portland since 1947.  

PROGRAMS INCLUDE:

• T-Ball - Boys and Girls, League Ages 5-7
• Baseball - Boys and Girls, League Ages 7 – 16
• Softball - Girls, League Ages 7 - 16