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Bats are standard playing equipment for the sports of baseball and softball. Little League® adheres to the USA Baseball Bat Standard for the Junior Division and below; and the BBCOR Standard for the Senior Division. Little League Softball® follows the Baseball Performance Factor (BPF) of 1.20.
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2023 Tournament Rule Adjustments Focus on Enhancing Player Experience
Each year, the Little League® International Tournament remains focused on providing its players and volunteers with a fun and memorable experience that is unique to the Little League Baseball and…
Regular Season Rules and Regulations Spotlight: Player Re-Entry, Special Pinch-Runner, Pitch Count, and Mandatory Play
Whether volunteering for the first time or returning to the dugout for another season, Little League® Managers and coaches are encouraged to thoroughly review the annual Regulations, Playing Rules, and…
Check and Double-Check: A Tournament Checklist For Coaches
The Little League® International Tournament always begins with a special thrill and excitement for Little Leaguers® around the globe looking to travel the road to a World Series. The players…
Shisei Fujimoto And Yuya Ito Power Japan To Win
Japan ran off with the lead late in the game in an 11-1 victory over Europe-Africa on Friday. The game was tied at 1-1 with Japan batting in the bottom…
Rule Interpretations for Little League Softball® FAQs
This collection of frequently asked questions is specific to rule interpretations for Little League Softball®. If you have a question to add to this FAQ, please email Stu Hartenstein, Little…
Rule 6.00: The Batter FAQs
This collection of frequently asked questions is specific to Little League Rule 6.00 – The Batter. If you have a question to add to this FAQ, please email Stu Hartenstein,…
Tee Ball Drills: Offense and Defense – Progression 3
Fundamental Focus: This progression will get your players familiar with fielding a batted ball and hitting off of a tee. What You'll Need: Tee Balls Bases Buckets (3) Bats Helmets…
Things to Know From Little League®: July 2017
Each month, Little League® International is providing a quick look at important information and events for the month ahead. We invite you to review and share with your colleagues and friends.…
The B Position – Runner on First Base
The "B Position – Runner on First Base" Mechanic is a drop-step movement used by the Base Umpire when there is only a runner on first base and a ball…
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For the safety, security, and to enhance the experience of the hundreds of thousands of visitors and the hundreds of players and volunteers at the Little League Baseball® World Series…
