Ages 4-5 | Coed | Non-Competitive 

Overview:

• Introductory division focused on teaching fundamentals and having fun 

• No previous baseball experience required 

• Non-competitive games - no score is kept 

• No umpires - coaches guide the game 

Typical Skill Level:

• Players still learning simple baseball rules 

• Learning how to catch, throw, and hit a ball 

• Short attention spans are normal and expected 

Season Structure: 

• Team formation by coach/friend requests (not drafted).  Attempts are made to create teams where players live close to each other 

• Roster size: 9-12 players 

• 1 -2 games per week, practices dictated by coaches 

• Games: 3 innings or 75 minutes maximum 

Key Rules: 

• All batting is done off a tee 

• All players bat every inning 

• Entire roster plays defense  

• No stealing or leading off 

Equipment:

• League provides: Team jersey, hat, socks, tee, helmets, baseballs 

• Family provides: Glove, pants, cleats 

Coaching Goals: 

• Teach basic throwing, catching, and hitting mechanics 

• Introduce basic rules, positions, and baseball terms 

• Build enthusiasm for the sport 

• Every parent is a "coach" - help is expected and encouraged!