- pitching rules
The eligibility of a player to pitch in a Little League® baseball game is governed by a tiered pitch count that is tied to the number of pitches throw in a game. The pitch count determines how many days of rest are required before said player may pitch again in a Little League game.
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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…
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…
What are the pitching days rest requirements for Little League Baseball®?
Little League Baseball® pitchers league age 14 and under must adhere to the following rest requirements: 66+ pitches – 4 days rest 51-65 pitches – 3 days rest 36-50 pitches…
International Tournament FAQs
The following is a list of questions a typical league might ask while preparing for the International Tournament. If you have additional questions regarding tournament play, please contact your District…
Rule 6.00: The Batter FAQs
This collection of frequently asked questions is specific to Little League Rule 6.00 – The Batter. If you have a question to add to this FAQ, please email Stu Hartenstein,…