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Developing the skills to effectively play baseball and sofball is done through practice and repitition (drills). Practice and games are the forum where drills are used to provide an active and enjoyable learning enviroment.
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Little League® Tee Ball Curriculum
The Little League® Tee Ball Curriculum is a 10-week plan that features structured learning highlighted by one practice and one game per week. Over the course of the season, coaches…
Backyard Tip: Game of 21
Tee Ball is where many children and parents are first introduced to Little League® and baseball and softball. Coach Pitch is where the fundamentals really start to develop. This usually…
Backyard Tip: Bunting
With so many of the highlights you see on TV focusing on home runs, and slugging percentage becoming a statistical priority, the skill of bunting has become a forgotten part…
Warming Up Properly Helps to Prevent Injuries
In the early part of the season, it's crucial to remember the importance of warming up, stretching, and keeping young arms healthy. Little League® strives to keep players safe on…
In Little League® Practices, Fresh Equals Fun!
If you want your players to bring all the enthusiasm possible to every practice, then you must exercise all your enthusiasm in keeping practice fresh and fun. You should promise…
Operating Tips
Structuring the Board Little League recommends adding at least two positions to the local league board when starting or operating a softball program: a Softball Vice President and a Softball…
The Safest Little League® Experience Comes from Doing Common Tasks
To properly set the stage for special on-field memories and moments, appreciate the subtle tasks needed to ensure the surrounding environment is safe for each Little Leaguer®, manager, coach, umpire,…
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…
Backyard Tip: Directional Bunting
Bunting is a key, but often overlooked offensive skill. A simple and fun way to develop proper bunting technique is to practice directional bunting. To do this drill, all the…
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…