The “Uncaught Third Strike” Mechanic is used when the batter becomes a runner due to the third strike not being caught with two outs or first base unoccupied. If you…
Quite often, making parents aware that their opinions matter, and that there is an evaluation process focused on how your Little League® services its players, volunteers, and the community ensures…
As Little Leaguers® across the world are selected to run out on the diamond each summer to participate in the Little League® International Tournament, it’s important for the managers and…
No bat, in any level of Little League® Baseball or Softball play, is permitted to be altered. This is of particular concern when it is clearly done to enhance performance…
Little League® International mourns the passing of David Viers, 78, a former Florida District 19 Administrator. Born in DeLand, Florida, Mr. Viers served in the United States Air Force before…
Little League Baseball® Divisions The Little League Baseball program includes divisions for all children, ages 4–16. Baseball divisions consist of the following programs: Tee Ball AGES 4-7 Tee Ball is…
Little League® International mourns the passing of Mike Vickers, former District Administrator (D.A.) for West Virginia District 2. Vickers was a staple in the local sports community of Madison, West…
The “Hands-On-Knees Set” position is primarily used by the Base Umpire prior to the pitcher delivering the ball. This position is used regardless if there are runners on base or…
The “Called Strike” Mechanic is used by the Plate Umpire when calling balls and strikes, specifically on a strike in which the batter doesn’t swing. In this video, we will…