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…
All Results
You Make the Call – Blown Count Results in an Out
Situation With the bases loaded and a count of two balls and two strikes on the batter in a Little League® Major Division baseball game, the next pitch is called…
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…
When Cheering On Your Kids, Know Your Role!
Written By: John O’Sullivan, Founder of the Changing the Game Project Imagine the perfect summer day. The sun is out, the birds are chirping. And a bunch of 7-year-olds are scurrying about…
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 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 any questions regarding rules or regulations, please submit a…
Hey, Blue! – The Ball Bounced, How Is That a Pitch?
We will explain and define a pitched ball and how it affects an at-bat if hit-by-pitch is ruled by the umpire. The situations described below is applicable in all divisions…
The Call – Part III: The Little League® World Series
Volunteer umpire Michael McCullough lives out the experience of being an umpire on the field at the Little League® World Series in Williamsport, Pa. Mike reflects on his journey from…
Hey, Blue! – Is That a Catch, or Not!?
Let's explain and outline the criteria for an outfielder to make a catch to record an out. The situation described below is applicable in all divisions of Little League Baseball®…
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®…