Each year, Little League® provides its constituent leagues with current Little League rules, regulations, and policies that outline and define the operation of the program. It is important for all Little League volunteers and parents to be familiar with the most up-to-date version of Little League’s Official Regulations, Playing Rules, and Operating Policies. These rulebooks, published for all divisions of Little League Baseball®, Little League Softball®, and the Little League Challenger Division® provide the structure and support for local leagues and Districts to provide a meaningful Little League experience for all children in their community.
Little League Rules, Regulations, and Policies
2024 Rulebook Updates
The Little League® Rulebook App has been updated for the 2024 season and is now a FREE download! Please review important rule and regulation updates, as well as content that has been removed from this year’s printed Rulebooks.
NFHS RESOURCES ON LEAPING
All links to NFHS content are courtesy of NFHS and may be terminated or disabled at any time at NFHS sole discretion. The provision of a link to NFHS content does not imply or create any endorsement of or affiliation with Little League®.
Featured Operating Policies
Review featured guidelines for local league fundraising, sponsorships, and trademarks.
Age Charts
The Little League Baseball®, Little League Softball®, and Little League Challenger Division® age charts determine the league age of a player according to the year and month of their birth.
Little League® Rulebook App
The FREE Rulebook App contains the Official Regulations, Playing Rules, and Operating Policies for all divisions of Baseball, Softball, and Challenger in one easy-to-use location. The App includes all three rulebooks, exclusive rule interpretation videos, and automatic updates for future seasons. Download the FREE Rulebook App on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Helpful Resources
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BACKGROUND CHECKS
All local leagues will be required to conduct background checks utilizing JDP.Learn More -
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS
Residency requirements are mandated for local league registration.Learn More -
PITCHING RULES
Review pitching rules for regular season Baseball and Softball.Learn More -
WAIVERS OF RULES
In some circumstances it may be necessary to attain a waiver.Learn More
Educational Resources
Little League® University (LLU) is the free online training and education resource for parents, managers and coaches, local league and district officials. Each of the articles, tips, drills, and videos available on LLU were developed with the Little League volunteer in mind. The intent is that these materials serve as a quick reference and can provide assistance and guidance to those operating the Little League program at the local and district levels.