This month, we will explain and outline the rule governing interference when a batter-runner is contacted by a thrown ball outside of the runner’s lane. The situation described below is…
Mike Piazza, the top offensive catcher in baseball history, was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Wednesday. Ken Griffey, Jr. joins Mr. Piazza in the Class of…
We will explain and define whether, or not, a base runner is required to slide into a base if a play at that base is imminent. The situation described below…
The Foul Tip Mechanic is used to let players, coaches, and fans know that the result of the pitch is neither a foul ball nor a swinging strike. You can…
Two more graduates of the Little League® program will be immortalized in bronze this summer as Derek Jeter and Ted Simmons have been announced among the National Baseball Hall of…
It’s the responsibility of your league’s coaches and umpires to review the current year’s Little League® rulebooks to make sure games are played fairly, and the season proceeds as smoothly…
Fundamental Focus: Defensive Rotation will make your players more familiar with each position and keep them engaged. Rotate Players on Defense: Rotating players during the inning on defense is a…
One: Grip Each player will take a bat. Place both hands out flat and lay the bat at the base of the fingers. Lightly wrap your fingers around the bat.…