At the end of the Little League® season, and again before league tryouts and the start of the next season, are typically when players look at the condition of their…

In much the same way coaches and players prepare for the season, umpires too have to train and tone their minds and bodies. Reviewing the Little League® rules, sharpening on-field…

One of the best ways for Little League® managers and coaches to get the most out of their baseball and softball players is to show them a level of respect…

This month, we will explain and outline an umpire’s parameters to rule on the unsportsmanlike conduct of stealing signs that results in the disqualification of a player, coach, manager, or…

Little League® Baseball and Softball is focused on providing children and families with fun and memorable experiences in communities all around the world each year. Unfortunately, however, those same children,…

Leadership is a concept coaches in every sport not only value, but also want to help develop in their players. For some coaches, that means having a captain, or two,…

In the early part of the season, it's crucial to remember the importance of warming up, stretching, and keeping young arms healthy. Little League® strives to keep players safe on…

This month, we will explain and outline an umpire’s parameters for a pitcher in the Little League® Major Division, and above, to be removed from the mound during a game.…

There are few things more exciting than your children’s Little League® experience. As a parent, your emotions may run from anxiety to pride, from frustration over your child’s performance to…

To explain and outline an umpire’s parameters for allowing an offensive team a courtesy runner means replacing a baserunner after a batter-runner has reached base safely; and is applicable in…