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Softball is a sport played by Little Leaguers®. The Little League® program offers several divisions of softball.
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League Population: How Many People Live Inside Your League Boundaries
Little League® International takes pride in being a community-based youth sports program, and since 1939, the organization’s mission has been to provide children the opportunity to play with their friends…
What’s the Score?: The Basics of Scorekeeping
Baseball and softball scorekeeping involves more than just keeping track of how many runs cross the plate. In fact, scorekeeping — a system of numbers, symbols and methodology that is…
Helping Hands: Volunteering In Little League® Makes the Experience Better for Your Family, Community
For most Little League® families, the season is over, the cleats are hung up, and the memories made this past year have been placed in the scrapbook. But, before you…
Don’t Let This Happen: Not Delegating Created an Administrative Nightmare
At Little League® International in Williamsport, Pa., and at our Regional Offices, calls and emails come in all year long about different situations that are happening at some of our…
Prevent Bullying and Promote Emotional Wellness
Little League® Baseball and Softball updated the Child Protection Program prior to the 2021 season, which includes an added section on Bullying and Emotional Wellness. The policy was updated to…
You Make the Call – Base Coach Interference
Situation With two outs and a runner on second base during a Major Division softball game, the batter hits a ball toward the third baseman. On contact, the runner moves…
7 Ways Coaches Can Create an Inclusive Environment
Baseball and softball are for all citizens, regardless of race, color, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, or national origin. As a coach, you have an important responsibility to your…
Staying Safe in the Sun
With summer in full swing, we look forward to enjoying a good game on a beautiful sunny day. Apart from making baseball and softball more pleasant, sunshine has many health…
Backyard Tip: Elbow Swings Using a Batting Tee
Young players often lunge at pitches when trying to hit. To eliminate this tendency, and establish proper balance, eye contact on the ball, and consistent hip turn in a player’s…
Staying Safe from Lightning at the Field
Lightning poses a serious threat during the Little League® regular and tournament seasons. In the United States, lightning activity picks up during the spring and peaks during the summer. Having…