James Beckum did not have a background in youth sports, but he knew baseball. In the early 1960s, there were few recreational opportunities for the children of Milwaukee’s inner city.…
Australia is not a country that is typically synonymous with baseball. However, it has become one of the fastest-growing Little League® countries in the world. The 2018 Little League Baseball®…
Policy Little League Baseball, Incorporated ("LLI") aims to promote fair play for all participants through the uniform adherence to LLI's Official Regulations and Playing Rules (the "Rules") concerning performance and…
Policy Little League Baseball, Incorporated (“LLB”) aims to promote fair play for all participants through the uniform adherence to LLB’s Official Regulations and Playing Rules (the “Rules”) concerning performance and…
Mamie “Peanut” Johnson made a name for herself in the early 1950s when the Indianapolis Clowns of the Negro Leagues signed her as their new right-handed pitcher. Since then, Johnson’s…
Registration has closed, volunteers are being recruited and working through the background check process, and it is time for Little League® player evaluations and drafts in your local community. Also referred to…
New for 2022, Little League® International has established a unique, unified patch that reflects all levels of the program. Inspired by the new Little League emblem that debuted as part…
Managing and coaching a postseason tournament team provides unique challenges and opportunities. Competitive levels are ratcheted up, which is a challenge and opportunity in and of itself! Then there is…
Each year, the International Tournament is an exciting time in Little League®. Children and their families begin to experience traveling to games with other members of their community in an…
