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Promotions and New Positions Enhance Little League® International Marketing and Communications Department
With a continued focus on providing the best possible resources and support to its local leagues through emerging digital solutions and innovative marketing initiatives, Little League® International has announced a…
Volunteer Little League® Coach. Professional Child Predator
Note: This is a mature subject and the story is intended for Little League parents and adult volunteers. Ken Stockton vividly remembers being drafted to his Little League® team in 1960.…
Volunteer Opportunities with Local Leagues
Listed below are some common volunteer opportunities with local leagues. Keep in mind that these are general descriptions and will vary depending on the needs of your local league. In…
The 8, 10, and 15-Run Rules: What Parents Need to Know
Baseball and softball are unique when compared to most other youth sports. Neither has a set time limit and both require the defense to achieve a specific goal – three…
Little League® Celebrates Another Exciting Year in 2019
Throughout the course of 2019, the Little League® program continued to find ways to deliver increased levels of excitement, new opportunities, and countless memories for thousands of communities around the…
Roles & Responsibilities of Local Board of Directors
Annually, the regular membership of each Little League® is required to meet and elect a Board of Directors. Following the election, the Board of Directors will meet and elect its…
Little League® International Announces Staff Elevations as Part of Continued Organizational Structuring
As part of a continued evolution of its organizational structure, Little League® International has announced the elevation of six current staff members at its headquarters location in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, effective…
13 Best Practices Every League Should Implement
1. Conducting an Annual In-Person or Virtual General Membership Meeting Governance, direction, and oversight are key for any well-run league. Conducting a General Membership meeting serves as a cornerstone for…
Local League Maintenance of Rosters
Duration of Title Each player acquired shall, for the duration of their Major Little League career, be the property of the team and league or division making the acquisition, unless…
Local League Usage
As a chartered Little League®, the use of Little League marks is permitted in conjunction with your local league name (e.g., Hometown Little League). Little League’s marks, which include a…