Making local training a priority, helps managers and coaches contribute to a better Little League® experience. Players enjoying Little League® softball or baseball starts with improving their fundamentals, to increase…

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…

The playing rules governing organized baseball and softball have been evolving for nearly 150 years. The interpretation of some rules may be confusing if not fully explained. Since the first…

Whether playing baseball or softball, the catcher is the field general because he, or she, has everything that happens on the field in front of them. The catcher must be…

As you lead your team through postseason tournaments, stress may rise. Your team represents your town. Rivalries abound. Players press at the plate and in the field. Parents may pressure…

The Tournament Eligibility Affidavit – commonly a binder or book of some sort – contains a collection of forms and documents that are required by Little League® International, specific to…

Wherever you live, your local Little League® program and its volunteers, players, and parents need to know that a little preparation can make a big difference when there is potentially…

The Combined Teams option benefits players and local Leagues by providing children with the chance to play Little League® when one, two or three league(s) does not have enough registered…

You may have heard the phrase: “Every journey begins with a single step.” Becoming proficient at playing ball is no exception. Baseball and softball players benefit most from effective, age-appropriate…

One of the age-old nuances unique to baseball and softball is the pregame gathering between opposing team managers and umpires at home plate. This conference is designed to be brief,…