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Little League Baseball®, Little League Softball®, and the Little League Challenger Division® are operated using rules that are published annually. Rulebooks can be purchased at LittleLeagueStore.net.
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Appendices
The annual Little League® Rules, Regulations, and Policies includes several Appendix items. An appendix is defined as the section at the end of a book that gives additional information on…
League Finder
Enter Your Address To Find A League The Little League® League Finder tool quickly and easily identifies whether a residence or school address is located within the boundaries of an…
Are cleats with metal spikes permitted?
Shoes with metal spikes or cleats are not permitted. Shoes with molded cleats are permissible. Little League (Majors) division and below: Removable spikes or cleats are permitted if, when removed,…
What is the difference between a Little League regulation and a playing rule?
A Little League Regulation typically provides guidance for the operation and management of a local league or district. A playing rule is specific to how Little League Baseball®, Little League…
Can a player wear jewelry, such as rings or earrings while playing?
Yes, jewelry is permitted to be worn. Any jewelry worn by a player that poses harm to injury will be subject to removal. This rule applies regardless of the composition…
Rule and Regulation Updates for 2025 Little League® Season Announced
In addition to the updates to both the Little League® Child Protection Program and Regulation II that were announced earlier this year, the official updates to Little League’s Official Regulations, Playing…
What is a balk?
A balk is defined in the current edition of the Little League Baseball Official Regulations, Playing Rules, and Operating Polices (Rule 2.00 - Definition of Terms) as an illegal act…
Coaches Meeting: A Checklist
As the regular season nears, local league board members are focused on their various responsibilities and teams are prepping for games. Leading up to opening day, managers and coaches understandably…
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…
Managers, Coaches Are Responsible for Knowing the Rules
To be a Little League® coach is fun and exhilarating. Being Little League manager can be much more daunting and unnerving, especially if you aren’t comfortable with the program’s rules…