At Little League® International in Williamsport, Pa., and at our Regional Offices, calls and emails come in all year long about situations that are happening at one of our 7,000…
Definition of Terms This webinar explains how the definition of terms set the parameters of a Little League game. These descriptions and explanations help an umpire, manager, and coach effectively…
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…
The Little League® International Tournament always begins with a special thrill and excitement for Little Leaguers® around the globe looking to travel the road to a World Series. The players…
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…
The “Foul – Left” Mechanic is an extension of the “Hands-On-Knees Set” Position. If you have not watched the “Hands-On-Knees Set” Position video, you may want to do so prior…
Situation The catcher for the visiting team grounds out to end the top half of the third inning of a regular season Little League® (Major) Division softball game. In the…
The "Uncaught Third Strike" Mechanic is used by the Plate Umpire when the batter becomes a runner due to the third strike not being caught with first base unoccupied or…
The “Uncaught Third Strike” Mechanic is used by the Plate Umpire when the batter becomes a runner due to the third strike not being caught with first base unoccupied or…
In a few instances during Little League® International tournament play, managers have instructed players to intentionally pitch wildly for the purpose of allowing the opposing team to score runs. In…