Benefits of AffiliationWhen it comes to recreation and sports, children have more choices than ever. The same is true for a community looking for an affiliation for their baseball and softball programs. Below are just a few of the reasons that Little League Baseball and Softball is the program of choice – by far – for many more communities than any other youth sports organization in the world!
For more information on how to become a part of Little League and gain access to these benefits and more, please complete the Affiliation Information Request Form.
The Little League World Series
- 8 World Series tournaments for boys and girls ages 11-18, all televised worldwide on ABC and ESPN
- Four other tournaments that advance to the state level
- The Little League World Series is the largest, and most well renowned, youth sporting tournament in the world
Little League Saves You Money
- Most leagues can charter AND insure teams through Little League for an average cost of about $5 per player – less than what most programs were previously paying for their local insurance policy
- 125 FREE background checks for each league and an unlimited number of checks at $1 per check
- $1 per mile travel reimbursement for tournament travel past the district level
- FREE Rule Books
- Grants available through the Urban Initiative and Challenger Program
Training and Education
- FREE access to Little League’s Manager and Coach Resource Center for all chartered leagues – www.LittleLeagueCoach.org
- Clinics and Seminars for Managers, Coaches, Umpires, and League Officials are offered at Williamsport, regional centers, and many other locations across the country every year
- Keep your umpires up to date with Little League’s Umpire Registry
Little League is for Everyone
- Programs for boys and girls ages 5 – 18
- The Challenger Division provides opportunities for boys and girls who are mentally or physically challenged
- Little League offers a healthy combination of community based programing by offering regular season play among local teams and access to the world’s largest youth baseball tournament for more advanced players
Instant Recognition
- The “Little League” name is the most recognized and respected name in youth sports
- Use the “Little League” brand to grow your local program through name recognition and the many opportunities Little League offers
- Worldwide recognition every August as at least 49 Little League Baseball and Softball games are televised worldwide on ABC and ESPN
Service and Support
- FREE Rules Interpretation Service by telephone and email
- FREE Operating Manuals provided to board members every year
- FREE Rule Books
- FREE Tax Exemption Assistance
- Full-time staff available to answer questions and concerns
To learn more about how to enjoy these benefits and many others, please complete the Affiliation Information Request Form.
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