Since its inception, a primary focus of Little League® has been to provide a healthy activity for kids to enjoy alongside their friends. It was clear back in 1939 that…

Wherever you live, your local Little League® program and its volunteers, players, and parents need to know that a little preparation can make a big difference when there is potentially…

You may have heard the phrase: “Every journey begins with a single step.” Becoming proficient at playing ball is no exception. Baseball and softball players benefit most from effective, age-appropriate…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

What does it mean, for a Little League® manager or coach, to be a leader? With apologies to Elizabeth Barrett Browning, “let me count the ways.” You Lead Your Players…

Tens of thousands of baseball and softball games are played every summer in the annual Little League® International Tournament, highlighted by region and World Series events. For each of those…