Content provided by USA Baseball. Drills are the lifeblood of skill development. Whether it be for Major Leaguers as a part of their daily routine, or youth players as their…

This month, we will explain and define whether a base runner may advance when the infield fly rule is in effect. The situation described below is applicable in all divisions…

Little League® player evaluations, also referred to as tryouts, are an annual activity for all local leagues, whether a league redrafts all of its team rosters each year or only…

Every year, hundreds of individuals inquire about how their community’s baseball/softball program can become a part of Little League® and enjoy the many benefits of affiliation. It’s easy for any…

Each player tryout will showcase basic skills. So, whether you are a baseball or softball manager, consider the types of drills that are being executed, and how a player’s performance…

There is no Little League® volunteer that has more daily influence and responsibility for your children than a team manager and coach. Now is the time when you can help…

This month, we will explain and outline one of several different consequences for batting out of order. The situation described below is applicable in all divisions of Little League Baseball®…

Whether your local league has several teams in a division or plans to play teams in other local Little League® programs, before any games are played, a schedule needs to…

Intentionally or not, managers and coaches who argue with umpires – or otherwise share their disagreement with calls – send messages to players and fans that can degrade the Little…

Situation Situation: The pitcher for the home team allows a lead-off double in the bottom half of the first inning of a Little League® (Major) Division softball game. After returning…