Overview of Ages
Expectations
Priority: Fun is the first priority; the league is designed for making new friends and learning a little about baseball and teamwork.
Environment: Non-competitive with no scores kept. Parents are highly encouraged to be on the field to support the kids.
Batting Rules
Method: Batters hit off a provided tee using a thin yellow Wiffle bat.
Rotation: Each batter hits the ball and circles the bases. There are 2 full rotations of the lineup per inning (1 team finishes 2 complete rotations = ½ inning).
Safety: Only one plastic bat is in use during game time; no sword fights allowed.
Fielding Rules
Technique: Emphasis on "soft hands" and positioning to throw.
Conduct: No piling on when fielding; players must not interfere with runners.
Outs: There are no outs recorded.
Game Play Rules
Duration: Games are 3 innings long and take place on Saturday mornings.
Season: 10-game season, weather permitting (no makeups for rainouts).
Base Running: No sliding allowed.