Hey, Blue! – That’s Not a Real Appeal
This month, we will explain and define the proper method for appealing a play. The situations described below is applicable in all divisions of Little League Baseball® and Little League…
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Prevent Bullying and Promote Emotional Wellness
Little League® Baseball and Softball updated the Child Protection Program prior to the 2021 season, which includes an added section on Bullying and Emotional Wellness. The policy was updated to…
You Make the Call – Base Coach Interference
Situation With two outs and a runner on second base during a Major Division softball game, the batter hits a ball toward the third baseman. On contact, the runner moves…
Reflections from the Field: How Do You Want To Be Remembered?
My experiences as a player in Little League® are memories that are “priceless.” Let’s examine why. I don't remember how many hits, home runs, wins, losses, strikeouts, league championships or…
8 Helpful Tips for New Little League® Coaches
You stepped up, and volunteered to coach a Little League® team. First, thank you! Without committed volunteers like you, local leagues would not be able to provide kids with the…
Staying Safe in the Sun
With summer in full swing, we look forward to enjoying a good game on a beautiful sunny day. Apart from making baseball and softball more pleasant, sunshine has many health…
Backyard Tip: Elbow Swings Using a Batting Tee
Young players often lunge at pitches when trying to hit. To eliminate this tendency, and establish proper balance, eye contact on the ball, and consistent hip turn in a player’s…
Best Practices for Local League Fundraising
Each year, local leagues around the country implement fundraising plans to help raise money to support league operations. In local league communities, donations come in a variety of forms –…
Field Maintenance: 2 Keys to a Smooth, Sturdy Playing Surface
Just as you wouldn’t go through a baseball or softball season without regularly checking on equipment such as gloves, helmets, and bats; you shouldn’t take the game’s biggest piece of…
Parents Guide to Little League®
When parents or legal guardians decide to register a child to play Little League®, it is typically because the child wants to be with friends; or they see Little League…