Politics & Government

Stafford Township Honors Youth All-Star Baseball Teams

Stafford Township recognized two All-Star baseball teams for championship seasons and community representation.

STAFFORD TWP., NJ — Stafford Township recognized its 8U and 11U All-Star baseball teams with proclamations on Nov. 10, as Mayor Robert Hanken praised the players, coaches and families for championship seasons and their representation of the community.

Reading the first proclamation, Hanken said the Stafford Township 8U All-Star baseball team continued the township’s “proud tradition of baseball excellence” by earning the title of 8U Baseball Little League District 16 champions. He also said the team showed athletic ability, teamwork, determination and sportsmanship during the postseason.

Hanken said the players “exemplified character, resilience, dedication, and genuine kindness, creating lasting memories and serving as positive representatives of their community.” He also said Stafford Township recognized the commitment and support of the players, coaches and families whose work contributed to the season.

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“Stafford Township is proud to honor the Stafford Township 8U All-Star Baseball Team as they continue a great tradition of success and distinguish themselves as 2026 AU All Star District 16 champions,” Hanken said.

The mayor then read a second proclamation for the Stafford Baseball 11U All-Star baseball team. He said the team earned the titles of 11U Baseball Little League District 16 champions and Section 4 champions.

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Hanken said the 11U team also demonstrated athletic ability, teamwork, determination and sportsmanship throughout the postseason while representing Stafford Township among the state’s top teams. He said the township was proud to honor the team as it distinguished itself as “2026 11U All Star District 16 champions and Section 4 champions.”

“Congratulations!” Hanken said after reading the proclamation.

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