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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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5 Tips for Parents to be the Best Backyard Coaches Possible
While the regular season may have an end date, you can still inspire your children to enjoy the benefits of the game right at home in your backyard. Not only…
Operating Policies and Position Statements
Through proper guidance and exemplary leadership, the Little League® program assists children in developing the qualities of citizenship, discipline, teamwork and physical well-being. In an effort to ensure these values are…
Successful Coaches Understand Player Evaluation, Patience, and Development
Every summer, of the thousands of Little League teams that participate in the Little League® International Tournament, only a few become World Series champions. Some of those teams boast a…
Coaching the Bases
“Do you want first or third?” is a question that can be heard at most Little League® fields throughout the season. It’s not a question about what Little Leaguer® on…
Modifying Helmets with Additional Attachments: What You Need to Know
The safety of all our participants is our utmost concern, and, like the vast majority of youth organizations, Little League® requires our batters to wear helmets that meet National Operating…
Rule 9.00: The Umpire FAQs
This collection of frequently asked questions is specific to Little League Rule 9.00 – The Umpire. If you have any questions regarding rules or regulations, please submit a request through…
Little League® Q&A with Softball Stars Jessica Mendoza and Jennie Finch
In the softball world, Jennie Finch and Jessica Mendoza are about as big-time as they come. The pitcher and outfielder starred for Team USA in the mid-2000s, and both own…
Don’t Let This Happen: Vandalism in the Offseason
At Little League® International in Williamsport, Pa., and at our Regional Offices, calls and emails come in all year long about situations that are happening at one of our 7,000…
Dear Little League®: An Open Letter from a Parent of a Little Leaguer® and Travel Baller
My son has played Little League® for the last four years. My son also plays travel ball, and I know there is some level of discussion among parents out there…
Portsmouth Little League Uses Grow the Game Grant to Develop Softball Players in Rhode Island
Portsmouth Little League in Rhode Island was looking for help with their softball program, hoping to enhance the experience and inspire girls to hit the field. So, they turned to…