Frequently asked questions about registration
We get it: sometimes registering for Little League isn't also the most straightforward process. But we're eager to help. You can email [email protected] any time and we'll do our best to answer, but here are answers to some of the most common questions we receive.
When does early-bird registration end?
February 6th. After that, fees go up by $15 for Majors baseball and softball, Player-Pitch baseball, Mini-Majors softball, and Coach-Pitch baseball.
Are scholarships available to help lower the cost of registration?
Yes! We want your child to play, and we're fortunate to have families that chip-in extrra each year to fund scholarships. Just send an email to [email protected] and we'll get you squared away, confidentially.
When does registration close?
It depends on the division. We try to give families as much time to register as possible, but balance that against the time it takes build balanced rosters and get practices going before the start of the season.
Registration for Majors baseball and softball, Player-Pitch baseball and Mini-Majors softball close first — tentatively scheduled for March 9th. Coach-Pitch baseball and softball will close shortly after. Tee Ball will close in mid-April.
Should my 6-year-old baseball player be in Coach-Pitch or Tee Ball?
Six-year-olds will have a significantly better experience in Coach-Pitch if they’ve played at least one season of Tee Ball, and SPLL may still recommend your 6-year-old remain in Tee Ball if appropriate for their safety or development. Will the player be safe while fielding a line-drive back in the infield? Will the player be able to focus in the field for a whole half inning?
Should my 8-year-old baseball player be in Player-Pitch or Coach-Pitch?
It's uncommon for 8-year-olds to be in Player-Pitch, but for those players with the size, strength, and maturity to compete alongside 10-year-olds, Player-Pitch can be an enriching experience. Player-Pitch is still very much a developmental league, giving players experience facing... *coughs* inconsistent *coughs* kid pitchers, while generally increasing the competitiveness and intensity of game play.
To be considered for Player-Pitch, 8-year-olds must participate in the mid-March evaluation day and perform various baseball competencies at a level on par with 9-year-olds. This helps ensure they will be able to play safely.
Should my 10-year-old baseball player be in Majors or Player-Pitch?
Ultimately it depends on two things: whether they have the physical skill, strength, and maturity to play against 12-year-olds, and what kind of experience you think will be best for their development.
For some 10-year-olds, playing in Majors is a good way to elevate their game by facing tougher competition and practicing more frequently, even if they don't get as much playing time as older players. For many 10-year-olds, staying in Player-Pitch is a good way to continue developing their skills, learn to be leaders, and maximize their playing time.
10-year-olds must be evaluated just like every other Majors and Player-Pitch player, and will ultimately be placed in the division the League thinks is the best fit for them. If you disagree with that placement, you are most welcome to appeal it to the Majors/Player-Pitch division director, Gerry Brown, and the baseball player agent, Kevin Millington. While we can't guarantee an adjustment, we do take the wishes of parents/guardians quite seriously.