History of Canal Little League
Canal has been a chartered member of Little League since 1971. Prior to 1971, teams were organized at the community level and played teams from other areas. Playing fields were hard to find and often in poor condition. As the number of teams grew, the decision was made to organize into one league. The Canal Athletic Association was formed and chartered in 1971, beginning with six major baseball teams playing on our present major field.
Early Canal Little League Opening Day
League Growth & Milestones
- 1973: Four senior baseball teams chartered
- 1974: Minor league system formed with four teams
- 1975: Big league baseball chartered & Minor A field constructed
- 1976: Jr/Sr fields constructed — all teams now at Canal complex
- 1977: Softball introduced, lights installed on major field
- 1978–1980: Expansion of minor teams and tee-ball program
- 1983: Organization officially renamed Canal Little League
- 1984: Canal hosts Mid-Atlantic tournaments
1997 Senior League Mid-Atlantic Champions
Championship Legacy
Canal Little League has built a proud championship tradition across baseball and softball divisions.
- Little League Softball World Series appearances: 1994, 2004, 2017
- 2017: East Region Champions & 3rd place finish at LLSWS
- Major Baseball State Champions: 1994, 2005, 2021
- Senior Baseball Eastern Regional Champions: 1997
- Multiple District 2 Championships across all divisions
Canal celebrates a District Championship victory
From humble beginnings to state and regional champions, Canal Little League has remained committed to community, sportsmanship, and providing generations of players with unforgettable baseball and softball memories.