Hey, Blue! – Aren’t the Hands Part of the Bat
This month, we will explain and outline an umpire’s ruling when a batter swings and is hit on the hands by a pitched ball. The situation described below is applicable…
All Results
You Make the Call – One Base, Two Outs?
Situation With a runner on first base, and no outs in a Little League® Major Division softball game, the batter hits a clean single to the outfield. The batter-runner advances…
Rule 5.00: Putting the Ball in Play FAQs
This collection of frequently asked questions is specific to Little League Rule 5.00: Putting the Ball in Play. If you have a question to add to this FAQ, please email…
Hey, Blue! – Protesting Unsportsmanlike Conduct
This month, we will explain and outline an umpire’s parameters to rule on the unsportsmanlike conduct of stealing signs that results in the disqualification of a player, coach, manager, or…
A Position – The Pivot
The "A Position – The Pivot" Mechanic is a three-step movement used by the Base Umpire when moving from the A Position into the infield when there is no runner…
The Perez Family Brings Hawaiian Spirit to Williamsport
By Will Desautelle Umpire Jamie Perez jogged out to first base to get in position for a consolation game between the Northwest and Europe-Africa team on Tuesday morning. Behind home…
Understanding Obstruction — Rule 7.06(b)
In the current edition of the Little League's Official Rules, Regulations, and Policies is a description and approved ruling for base runner obstruction. Visit Rule 7.06 (b) -- The Runner…
The Call – Part II: The First Look
With the 2017 Little League® World Series just three months away, volunteer umpire Mike McCullough takes a trip to Williamsport for umpire orientation and his first look at the fields…
Regular Season to Tournament: Rule Differences
During the Little League® International Tournament there are specific rules that are modified from those used during regular-season play. To be aware and understand how to apply and explain the…
LLIWS Photo Galleries
View photo galleries of all 2019 LLIWS events, games, umpires, or player photos. You'll also be able to view archived photos from previous years tournaments.
