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Children from the age of 4 through 16 are eligible to participate in the Little League® Baseball and Softball program.
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How can I sign my child up to play in the Little League® World Series?
Teams that participate in the Little League World Series represent the local Little League program in their community and have competed their way through the district, state, and region tournaments…
Can the local league keep copies of birth certificates on file?
Little League recommends that leagues verify proof of age documentation at the time of registration but does not recommend keeping copies of birth certificates on file. It is the responsibility…
How are teams selected for the International Tournament?
Each local league has the opportunity to participate in the Little League International Tournament. The Board of Directors will determine which divisions of the International Tournament the league will participate…
What are the pitching days rest requirements for Little League Baseball®?
Little League Baseball® pitchers league age 14 and under must adhere to the following rest requirements: 66+ pitches – 4 days rest 51-65 pitches – 3 days rest 36-50 pitches…
What are the residency and/or school enrollment requirements for player eligibility?
The purpose of league boundaries is to establish and maintain parity in the Little League program. At its core, Little League Baseball and Softball is a community-based program that offers…
What is the pitching threshold for regular season games?
For more than a decade, the Little League program has been at the forefront of promoting arm safety for youth pitchers. For the full list of baseball pitch count and…
Is a Little League patch required on a Little League uniform and do parents pay for the patch?
Yes, the Little League® patch is required on the left sleeve (or left side of the upper chest on a sleveless uniform) of the Little League uniform regardless of age…
What is the change to Regulation II?
Starting with the 2025 season, children at the youngest level of the Little League® Baseball and Softball program (League Age 4-7) will have the ability to register for any Little…
Do parents have to pay to for Little League patches?
Typically, the Little League® patch is required on the left sleeve of the Little League uniform regardless of age or division of play. The local league is responsible for purchasing…
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…