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2008 Little League Asia Pacific Tournament
Draws to a Dazzling Close
Guam Takes Asia-Pacific Champion Title
(HONG KONG, July 24, 2008) - The 2008 Little League Asia Pacific Tournament today drew to a close at the Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, with Guam securing a 5:2 win to take the 2008 Little League Asia-Pacific Champion title after a two hour long battle.
Hong Kong was the 1st runner up with a total of 80 points, the highest score among all 12 teams. CNMI Mariana Islands was the 2nd runner up.
At the closing ceremony, the Guam players received their Championship banner from Mr. Dave Vermeulen, Managing Director of Hong Kong Disneyland and Mr. Tam Hung Kong, Senior Leisure Manager (Sports Funding) of Leisure and Cultural Services Department; Mr. Michael Reiner, President, Hong Kong Little League was also in attendance. The Guam team will represent the Asia-Pacific region in the Little League World Series, which will be held in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.
"The true spirit of sportsmanship has filled every corner of Hong Kong, as well as the whole Resort," said Mr. Dave Vermeulen, Managing Director, Hong Kong Disneyland. "We are honored to have once again hosted the Little League Tournament and be able to bring such an exciting final match to our Guests. On behalf of Hong Kong Disneyland, I would like to congratulate the Guam team on its historic win."
"The Resort remains dedicated to promoting baseball in the Asia-Pacific region through Little League; and we encourage more youngsters to take part in this healthy sport."
Held from July 19 - 24, 2008 on the baseball fields between the two Disney-themed hotels, at the Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, a total of 12 teams from around the Asia-Pacific region participated in the 2008 Tournament.
During the tournament, players stayed at Disney's Hollywood Hotel. In addition to being surrounded by the magic of this Art Deco themed hotel, players had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the high-energy entertainment experience, High School Musical: LIVE! at the Park.
For more information about Hong Kong Disneyland or the 2008 Little League Asia Pacific Tournament, please visit our website or www.hkll.org..
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About Hong Kong Little League
The Hong Kong Little League is a non-profit organization founded in 1972 to promote and support youth baseball in Hong Kong.
Little League Baseball and Softball are the world's largest organized youth sports programs, with nearly 2.7 million players and 1 million adult volunteers around the world.
About Hong Kong Disneyland
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort offers immersive, unique Disney experiences for all families, generations and ages to enjoy. Hong Kong is one of only five locations in the world that is home to a Disney themed park and the many Disney characters that are beloved the world over, Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Stitch, Buzz Lightyear and many others. The Resort opened in September 2005 and since then, has received over 10 million guests from all over the world. Through the unique product offering and the world-class service provided by the 5000-strong Cast at the theme park and the two hotels, the Resort has received outstanding guest satisfaction ratings and a range of awards from the hospitality and entertainment sectors.
Hong Kong Disneyland is dedicated to serving Hong Kong people through a wide spectrum of community services programs from helping those in need to encouraging the protection of the environment in the region.
Visit us or click on to our website for more information.
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