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Little League Baseball®, Little League Softball®, and the Little League Challenger Division® are operated using rules that are published annually. Rulebooks can be purchased at LittleLeagueStore.net.
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Hey, Blue! The Batter Is Out of the Box
We will explain and define whether, or not, a batter is deemed to be in, or out of, the batter’s box when he/she places a foot on the drawn line…
Coaches
Regular Season Pitching Rules Read More Prepare and Plan for 2025 Now is the time to make sure you are thinking about the 2025 Little League® season. Chartering, Insurance Enrollment,…
Hey, Blue! – That Pitch Bounced; It’s a “Dead Ball!”
We will explain and define whether, or not, a pitch that bounces before reaching the batter can still be legally contacted by the batter. The situation described below is applicable…
Internet Webcast and Streaming FAQs
Local leagues and districts are welcome to share their Little League® activities via the Internet using webcasting and streaming platforms. If a league is self-producing a commercial-free webcast or contracting…
What is 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…
Hey, Blue! – What Side Are You On?
We will explain the “when” and “how” in which a batter may face a pitcher from different sides of the plate during the same at-bat. The situations described below are…
10 Commonly Misinterpreted Little League® Rules
The playing rules governing organized baseball and softball have been evolving for nearly 150 years. The interpretation of some rules may be confusing if not fully explained. Since the first…
Little Leaguers® Can Dual Roster, Play on Multiple Little League® Teams in the Same Season
Striving to provide its local leagues and communities with a Little League experience that offers additional opportunities to play, while maintaining the fun and integrity of the neighborhood program, the…
Local Little League Sponsorship Agreement
Sponsorship of the Local Little League must be, for the Sponsor, out of a sense of duty to help the community. While sponsorship of the local league does afford some…
2025 Chartering and Insurance Enrollment Guide
As we look ahead to a new year, for so many families, your Little League fields are where your community comes alive. To get the 2025 season started, the chartering…