Explanation of the Infield Fly Rule
The Infield Fly Rule is an easy rule to understand if you can remember the purpose of the rule. Rule 2.00 Rule 2.00 defines the Infield Fly as, “a fair…
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7 Answers to Questions from Little League® Tournament Managers
The Little League® International Tournament is a fun and exciting time, but it’s also important for managers and coaches to know the rules. To assist tournament managers and coaches, the…
What’s the Score?: The Basics of Scorekeeping
Baseball and softball scorekeeping involves more than just keeping track of how many runs cross the plate. In fact, scorekeeping — a system of numbers, symbols and methodology that is…
Parent Confession: My Outburst Embarrassed Everyone
I was all fired up as I sat in the third-base bleachers behind our dugout. I didn’t think the opposing manager was playing fair. My son’s manager would give signs…
WORLD OF LITTLE LEAGUE MUSEUM, WVIA HOSTING KIDS’ DAY ON NOV. 21
On Saturday, Nov. 21, there will be something for children of all ages at the 11th Kids’ Day at the World of Little League®: Peter J. McGovern Museum and Official Store on…
Tragic Accident Inspires Noble Gesture From Illinois Little League® Team
When something tragic happens to a community, it can serve as a reminder that there are far more important things than the outcome of a sporting event. But often, sports…
Local League Finances: What Parents Need to Know
As a parent, it’s important to understand your local league’s financial operations, and we encourage all local leagues to be transparent with their finances. Since its inception, Little League® International…
Basic Fundamentals of Holding Runners and Pickoffs
Content provided by USA Baseball. The best methods on how a pitcher can attempt a pick-off move Some of the most effective measures that a pitcher takes when holding runners…
Krissy Wendell: From the Little League Baseball® World Series to the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame
When most people think about graduates of the Little League Baseball® World Series (LLBWS) who have gone on to professional sports careers, the first thing that comes to mind is…
New Tournament Tiebreaker Structure and Roster Guidelines Highlight 2019 Little League® Rule Changes
Following the annual fall meeting of the Little League® International Board of Directors, Little League International officially announced the rule and regulation changes that will take effect in 2019. The…