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…
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Hey, Blue! – Batting Out of Order
This month, we will explain and outline one of several different consequences for batting out of order. The situation described below is applicable in all divisions of Little League Baseball®…
Plate Mechanics: Explaining “The Slot”
The home plate umpire is responsible for establishing an athletic position for the purpose of ruling on pitches delivered by the pitcher, while also working in close proximity to the…
Roles & Responsibilities of Local Board of Directors
Annually, the regular membership of each Little League® is required to meet and elect a Board of Directors. Following the election, the Board of Directors will meet and elect its…
Rule 2.00: Definition of Terms – Judgment FAQs
This collection of frequently asked questions is specific to Little League Rule 2.00 – Definition of Terms. If you have a question to add to this FAQ, please email Stu…
League Officers
Annually, the regular membership of each Little League is required to meet and elect a Board of Directors. Following the election, the Board of Directors will meet and elect its…
Little League® International Mourns the Passing of Steve Palermo
Little League® International mourns the passing of Steve Palermo, former Major League Baseball (MLB) Umpire and recipient of Little League International’s William A. “Bill” Shea Little League Distinguished Graduate Award…
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…
Rule 2.00: Definition of Terms – Infield Fly Rule FAQs
This collection of frequently asked questions is specific to Little League Rule 2.00 – Definition of Terms. If you have a question to add to this FAQ, please email Stu…
A “Full-Count Conversation” with 2025 Little League® World Series Crew Chiefs
Every year, hundreds of Little Leaguers® run out onto the diamond to play in the Little League® World Series (LLWS™), living out the dream that so many players in…