“We are pleased to partner with one of the most recognizable names in athletic equipment to supply our baseballs and softballs for our International Tournament,” Stephen D. Keener, President and Chief Executive Officer of Little League Baseball and Softball.
Spalding and Dudley are now the Official Balls of the Little League World Series and the Preferred Ball of Tournament Play
Little League Baseball and Softball will use a Spalding baseball and a Dudley softball at its respective World Series beginning in 2011. A division of Russell Brands, Spalding and Dudley balls are also recommended as the Preferred Ball of Tournament Play.
The following baseball and softball models are approved and licensed by Little League®: