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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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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,…
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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 Equipment does our league need to provide for regular season?
Each local league is required to provide basic equipment necessary for its regular season teams. This includes bats, balls, catcher’s equipment, and batting helmets. The number of bats and balls…
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…
4 Ways to Get Ready for the Season
In much the same way coaches and players prepare for the season, umpires too have to train and tone their minds and bodies. Reviewing the Little League® rules, sharpening on-field…
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…
What is the Little League® Run Rule?
For the Little League Baseball and Softball division of play (one more inning needed for teenage divisions): 15–Run Rule: Lead of 15 plus runs or more after the third inning…
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…
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…