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The eligibility and days of rest required for a Little Leaguer® to pitch in a Little League® game is governed by pitch count thresholds.
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Are female baseball pitchers subject to the Little League pitch count?
Yes. The pitch count applies to the sport of baseball without respect to the gender of the player.
Pitch Counts, Days Rest, and Why They Matter
With the 2021 season kicking off, Dr. Phillips Little League in Orlando, Florida, shared a conversation on the importance of arm safety between League President, Rob Clark, and James Parr,…
What are the league age pitch counts for Little League Baseball®?
The league age pitch counts for Little League Baseball® are as follows: Ages 13-16 – 95 pitches per day Ages 11-12 – 85 pitches per day Ages 9-10 – 75…
Your Voice: Answers to Questions About USABat Decertification, Pitch Count, and More
Your Voice is a way for readers to share questions with us, and an opportunity for Little League® to provide some important information and guidance. We are excited about our continued…
CNN.com Article Touts Merits of Little League Pitch Count
A news article posted on the Health page at www.CNN.com highlights many methods for maintaining a child’s health and well being. Little League’s Pitch Count is among the best practices noted in…
Regular Season Rules and Regulations Spotlight: Player Re-Entry, Special Pinch-Runner, Pitch Count, and Mandatory Play
Whether volunteering for the first time or returning to the dugout for another season, Little League® Managers and coaches are encouraged to thoroughly review the annual Regulations, Playing Rules, and…
What is the pitching threshold for regular season games?
For more than a decade, the Little League program has been at the forefront of promoting arm safety for youth pitchers. For the full list of baseball pitch count and…
Pitch Smart Program
Little League® has always placed safety as a top priority, and is continually striving to provide children with healthy and safe baseball and softball opportunities. For more than a decade, the…