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Little League believes in the power of youth baseball and softball to teach life lessons that build stronger individuals and communities. One Team. One Little League. Joined together by one…
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What It Means to Be a Leader in Little League®
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…
6 Ways to Support the Mental Well-Being of Your Little Leaguer®
Both on and off the field, one of the most important aspects of the Little League® program is the mental health and well-being of its youth athletes. Navigating how to…
Jennie Finch: Have you ever had a moment of doubt?
Jennie Finch, a two-time Olympic medalist for Team USA Softball, remembers a time when she was told that she would not be a successful pitcher. To overcome the doubt and…
The Dangers of Steroids and Appearance and Performance Enhancing Drugs
Here’s an eye opener for parents…the average age that a child starts taking dietary supplements is 10.8 years old, so they would likely still be playing in the Minor division…
The Matheny Manifesto
St. Louis Cardinals Manager Mike Matheny addresses the importance of coaching and parenting in youth sports.
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Forms Find all the forms you will need to run your local league Softball program, including ASAP, tournament, insurance, volunteer, awards, and more. Learn More Promotions & Publications Access the…
Don’t Let This Happen: People Give Face to the Worst in Youth Sports
In April 2016, cellphone video captured two men brawling during a youth baseball game, and those few seconds of video went viral. National and network news used those few seconds…
Creation and Maintenance of Social Networking Sites by Local Leagues
This policy is in regard to the creation and development of social networking sites. Such popular sites include, but not limited to: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. These pages, maintained by…
5 Things to Do With Your Little Leaguer® This Summer
School is out, summer is here, and leagues are wrapping-up what was hopefully a fun, successful season. While your Little Leaguer® may have handed in his or her jersey, there’s…