What’s the Score?: The Basics of Scorekeeping
Baseball and softball scorekeeping involves more than just keeping track of how many runs cross the plate. In fact, scorekeeping — a system of numbers, symbols and methodology that is…
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Tournament Mandatory Play: What You Need to Know
In Little League®, all are welcome, and all players should have the opportunity to have a meaningful experience off and on the field. Mandatory Play has long been a hallmark…
Build Your Plan
Each local Little League in the United States is unique to its community or neighborhood, but operating a safe and healthy program is a constant, common goal. To help guide…
Baseball Games Become Olive Branches for Little Leaguers®, Cuban Children
On any given day in the United States, you could see the American flag displayed as the national anthem plays before the start of a Little League® game. For more…
Get the Gear and What to Wear for Little League® Practices
The old adage “practice makes perfect” is just as true in Little League as it is everywhere. For new Little League® parents, getting your players ready for practice will help…
Explanation of the Infield Fly Rule
The Infield Fly Rule is an easy rule to understand if you can remember the purpose of the rule. Rule 2.00 Rule 2.00 defines the Infield Fly as, “a fair…
2023 Tournament Rule Adjustments Focus on Enhancing Player Experience
Each year, the Little League® International Tournament remains focused on providing its players and volunteers with a fun and memorable experience that is unique to the Little League Baseball and…
Offseason Training, Batman Action Figure Leads Sprague Little League to LL Promised Land
By Will Desautelle The excitement was almost palpable as the Northwest Region Champions Sprague Little League team from Salem, Oregon, took batting practice in the Volunteer Stadium Hit Lab in…
Japan’s ‘Mom Squad’ Gives Kawaguchi Little Leaguers a Taste of Home
By Lucas Friedman Millions of people around the world tune into the Little League Baseball® World Series to support their local team. However, a coalition of moms traveled 11,470 miles…
Rule 2.00: Definition of Terms – The Batter FAQs
This collection of frequently asked questions is specific to Little League Rule 2.00 – Definition of Terms. If you have a question to add to this FAQ, please email Tom…
