As the regular season nears, local league board members are focused on their various responsibilities and teams are prepping for games. Leading up to opening day, managers and coaches understandably…

To be a Little League® Manager requires organizational skills, some baseball or softball acumen, and most importantly, a genuine interest in being around, and mentoring, children. One of the primary…

Below are frequently asked background check questions and answers that a District Staff and local Board of Directors should be aware of. What type of background check is required by…

New for 2026: Little League International continues to negotiate with insurance providers to enhance coverage, while striving to make these options affordable for local leagues. While leagues may see a…

It is the responsibility of each local Little League® to develop an annual plan for fundraising. Such fundraising efforts should consider the necessary operating budget of the local league, income…

As part of its Little League® charter, a local league agrees to follow the set rules of our program – rules that have been carefully and diligently established throughout Little…

No matter the age or size of your Little Leaguer®, being a good hitter is all about making solid contact with the ball. If a player can see the ball,…

The player draft can go a long way toward determining the success of a Double-Goal Coach®, both in terms of winning and the more important goal of players gaining life…

Many adult volunteers start their Little League® “careers” as coaches. It’s a great way to get a feel for what is required to serve Little Leaguers® in a way that…

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…