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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 Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE) specifications and bear the NOCSAE stamp.
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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…
Tips for Conducting an Effective Pregame Plate Conference
One of the age-old nuances unique to baseball and softball is the pregame gathering between opposing team managers and umpires at home plate. This conference is designed to be brief,…
6 Umpire Questions and Answers for Tournament Season
There have been several new and adjusted rules and regulations put in place beginning with the 2018 Little League® International Tournament. To help you officiate games this summer, Tom Rawlings,…
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.…
Rule 2.00: Definition of Terms – On Offense 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…
2026 LLBWS Promo Days
Little League® International will host a variety of Promotional Days with exclusive giveaways, special events, limited edition pin drops, meet and greets at the Fan Zone, and select ticket giveaways…
How to Support Additional Equipment Needs for Families in Your League
Baseball and softball are sports that come with lots of gear -- helmets, bats, gloves, catcher’s equipment, batting gloves, bags, etc. While many local Little League® programs provide shared equipment…
Tips for the Purchasing Agent: Best Practices for Outfitting Your League with Equipment
One of the great thrills for Little Leaguers® is putting on the uniform and gripping a bat for the first time. As outlined in Rule 1 of the current year’s…
Rule 2.00: Definition of Terms – Judgment 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…
Tee Ball Drills: Tee Hitting
Fundamental Focus: Tee Hitting will teach players the proper swinging technique. What You'll Need: Tee Balls Bats Helmets Tees Drill Sequence: The players are split into groups and take turns…