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Hey, Blue! – How ‘Bout An “Out” Call for Not Sliding
We will explain and define whether, or not, a base runner is required to slide into a base if a play at that base is imminent. The situation described below…
What’s Trending? – May 2025
Each month, Little League® produces a number of exciting, fun, and educational content across all its digital platforms, including on LittleLeague.org, its social media channels, and through the Little…
Options on Sons, Daughters, and Siblings
An option is an agreement between a manager and the player agent covering a special condition. All options must be in writing (except No. 1) and be submitted to the…
Technique Training, Explanation Are the Focus of Little League® Umpire Mechanics Clinic
Motivated to improve aptitude and execution on their local fields, 20 Little League® volunteer umpires visited Little League International in Williamsport, Pa., for the fall 2018 weekend mechanics clinic. The…
Answers to Questions Asked by Little League Families
It’s the responsibility of your league’s coaches and umpires to review the current year’s Little League® rulebooks to make sure games are played fairly, and the season proceeds as smoothly…
Things to Know From Little League®: February 2017
Each month, Little League® International is providing a quick look at important information and events for the month ahead. We invite you to review and share with your colleagues and friends.…
The Volunteer Dilemma: Will I, or Won’t I?
Every year around this time, I second-guess myself, teetering on the edge of indecision. Asking myself “will I” or “won’t I,” as in, will I once again dive into the…
District Officers
Little League® Data Center The Little League® Data Center is an online repository of local league and district information where annual charters are submitted, as well as, the location to complete…
Local League Finances: What Parents Need to Know
As a parent, it’s important to understand your local league’s financial operations, and we encourage all local leagues to be transparent with their finances. Since its inception, Little League® International…
Don’t Let This Happen: Using Little League® Funds to Support Travel Ball
At Little League® International Headquarters and in our Regional Offices, calls and emails come in all year long about situations that are happening at one of our 7,000 local leagues.…