Plate Mechanics: Explaining “The Slot”
The home plate umpire is responsible for establishing an athletic position for the purpose of ruling on pitches delivered by the pitcher, while also working in close proximity to the…
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Hey, Blue! – Mandatory Play Uses Continuous Batting Order During Tournament Games
We will explain a situation regarding the application of the Mandatory Play Continuous Batting Order rule (Tournament Rule 9) during the Little League® International Tournament. The situation described below is…
Rule 7.00: The Runner FAQs
This collection of frequently asked questions is specific to Little League Rule 7.00 – The Runner. If you have any questions regarding rules or regulations, please submit a request through…
2026 Rule Changes and Clarifications
Little League® Significant Rule and Regulation Updates for 2026 Below, outlined in red, are the significant rule and regulation updates to the 2026 Little League® Official Regulations, Playing Rules, and…
Catching 101
Content provided by USA Baseball. The catching position is without question the most involved position on the diamond, playing a part in every single pitch of the game. While they…
Rule 2.00: Definition of Terms – The Pitcher FAQs
This collection of frequently asked questions is specific to Little League Rule 2.00 – Definition of Terms. If you have any questions regarding rules or regulations, please submit a request…
Regular Season Pitching Rules
Regular Season Pitching Rules Review pitch count breakdowns by league age and days’ rest thresholds for each division of play. Baseball Softball Challenger Little League® has always placed safety as…
South Carolina D1 Region
S.C. D1 Region Game Schedule SLBWS Game 4 - 7:30PM (ET) - July 27 E East Region 9 SC South Carolina D1 Region 8 Watch Box Score SLBWS Game 9…
You Make the Call – Manager or Coach Warming Up Pitcher
Situation The catcher for the visiting team grounds out to end the top half of the third inning of a regular season Little League® (Major) Division softball game. In the…
Appendix B – Safety Code for Little League
Responsibility for safety procedures should be that of an adult member of the local league. Arrangements should be made in advance of all games and practices for emergency medical services.…