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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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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…
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…
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,…
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.
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…
Hey, Blue! – Does My Pitcher Get 85 Pitches Per Arm?
This month, we will explain and outline a manager’s parameters for utilizing a player who could pitch effectively with both arms (ambidextrous). The situation described below is dictated by the…
What is the pitching threshold for regular season games?
The eligibility of a player to pitch in a Little League Baseball, Softball, or Challenger Division game is governed by a tiered pitch count that is tied to the number…
Little League® Leads the Way in the New Pitch Smart Compliance Program
A leader in youth sports safety, Little League® International has been identified as one of the only youth baseball organizations in full compliance of Major League Baseball and USA Baseball’s…
GameChanger and Little League Specific FAQs
GameChanger is the official Scorekeeping, Pitch Count, and Stats (Statistics) Technology Partner of Little League®. The GameChanger app provides powerful, free scorekeeping tools, advanced statistics, live streaming, game updates, and…
Can I use the Little League Rulebook App in the dugout?
Yes. While the use of electronic communications is not permissible, the use of the Little League Rulebook App is permitted in the dugout, as are scorekeeping and pitch count apps…