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USA Baseball Bat Standard FAQs
Updated as of Feb. 14, 2019 Testing and evaluating of youth baseball bats has evolved into a science. So much so that the standard has also evolved to where USA Baseball,…
What Equipment does our league need to provide for regular season?
Each local league is required to provide basic equipment necessary for its regular season teams. This includes bats, balls, catcher’s equipment, and batting helmets. The number of bats and balls…
What are the divisions of Little League Baseball®?
The Little League Baseball® program includes divisions for all children, ages 4–16. Baseball divisions consist of the following programs: Tee Ball – Ages 4-7 Minor League – Ages 5-11 Major…
What is a balk?
A balk is defined in the current edition of the Little League Baseball Official Regulations, Playing Rules, and Operating Polices (Rule 2.00 - Definition of Terms) as an illegal act…
Are cleats with metal spikes permitted?
Shoes with metal spikes or cleats are not permitted. Shoes with molded cleats are permissible. Little League (Majors) division and below: Removable spikes or cleats are permitted if, when removed,…
What are the dates for future Little League® World Series Tournaments?
Tentative Little League® World Series dates and locations for 2025 and 2026 are as follows: 2025 World Series Dates (dates subject to change) 2025 Little League Baseball® World Series –…
What is a player pool?
To aid leagues that are having a difficult time getting enough players for their regular season teams the following option is available: A pool of players from existing regular season…
Rule 8.00: The Pitcher FAQs
This collection of frequently asked questions is specific to Little League Rule 8.00 – The Pitcher. If you have a question to add to this FAQ, please email Tom Rawlings,…
Decertified Bats FAQs
Receiving a notice that a bat has been decertified, especially in the middle of the season, is challenging, inconvenient, and disappointing for everyone. Little League® International is committed to sharing…
Does my bat meet the USA Baseball Bat standards?
Your bat is approved for play if it meets the following USA Baseball bat standards. Rule 1.10 – Baseball The bat must be a baseball bat which meets the USA…