The “strike zone” is the one area of baseball and softball that causes the most discussions, disagreements, concerns and frustrations. According to the current edition of Little League's Rules, Regulations,…

Like Little League®, summer is all about kids having fun. With the warm temperatures and school out, summer presents some great opportunities for you and your Little Leaguer® to practice…

Pop quiz. What was the title of Hall of Fame Major League Manager, Earl Weaver’s autobiography? The answer: “It’s What You Learn After You Know It All That Counts.” That…

Baseball and softball are unique when compared to most other youth sports. Neither has a set time limit and both require the defense to achieve a specific goal – three…

It’s never too early to starting thinking about your next Little League® season, and the summer and fall, in the window when your league is done playing but the fun…

Introducing teenagers to the craft of umpiring in Little League® expands the volunteer ranks in your league or district, while creating a fun way for young adults to learn leadership,…

Situation The catcher for the visiting team grounds out to end the top half of the third inning of a regular season Little League® (Major) Division softball game. In the…

Baseball and softball scorekeeping involves more than just keeping track of how many runs cross the plate. In fact, scorekeeping — a system of numbers, symbols and methodology that is…

At Little League® International and in our Region Offices, calls and emails come in all year long about situations that are happening at one of our local leagues. Many of…