Divisions

Age Divisions in CalSouth Little League

 

League Age Determination Date

The league age determination date is the age a player has attained as of a specific date, for the purpose of placing the player in a particular division. Since 2006, the date in all divisions of Little League Baseball is April 30 of the current year/season.

CalSouth Little League is divided into several separate divisions or age groups.  Players are placed in the various Divisions (age groups), based upon their age as of April 30 (the current league age determination date).

 

Blast Ball - Ages 4
Blast-Ball is a fun introduction to baseball for players league ages 4.  Teams are small with only 4-6 players and 2 coaches.  There is only one base....the Blast Base.  The object of the game is for the batter to hit a foam ball off the tee and then run and jump on the Blast Base (which honks loudly) before the fielders get the ball and hold it up and yell "BLAST".  Blast Ball games are typically on a Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday schedule.  The registration fee includes a T-shirt, ball cap, team and individual picture, and an award at the end of the season.
For the upcoming season, Blast Ball games are expected to be held at the grass area beside the 3 diamonds adjacent to Mid-Sun Community Centre in Midnapore .

T-Ball - Ages 5 to 6
In T-Ball young kids are introduced to baseball.  The youngsters learn, develop and practice fundamental baseball skills at an early age and receive maximum enjoyment from the experience.  Emphasis is placed on participation and enjoying their first baseball experience.  T-ball games are typically on a Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday schedule.  The registration fee includes a T-shirt, ball cap, team and individual picture, and an award at the end of the season.
For the upcoming season, T-Ball games are expected to be held at the 3 diamonds adjacent to Mid-Sun Community Centre in Midnapore.

Coach Pitch - Ages 7 to 8

In Coach Pitch the players will continue to develop their skills and learn the rules of baseball.  Emphasis is placed upon hitting, base running, fielding/throwing and teamwork.  Both offensive and defensive fundamentals are stressed.  The registration fee includes a ball cap, team and individual picture, and an award at the end of the season.  All players receive a team jersey and belt that must be returned to the league at the end of the season.  Players supply their own grey pants.
For the upcoming season, Coach Pitch games are expected to be held at the 3 diamonds behind Mother Teresa School in Midnapore.

Minors Division - Ages 9-10
Players are evaluated for the first time in Minors (formerly known as AAA), for the purpose of drafting them onto their teams by their coaches.  In Minors, pitching to and by the players is introduced to become part of the game.  As many players as possible will be encouraged to pitch.  Umpires in this division will allow a fairly liberal strike zone to encourage hitting.  The object of the game is to get the ball hit into play as often as possible.  Players are encouraged to play all positions throughout the season.  This is the first age group where an All-Star team can continue with Tournament play after the season ends, if enough players are willing to participate.  The registration fee includes a ball cap, team and individual picture, and an award at the end of the season.  All players receive a team jersey and belt that must be returned to the league at the end of the season.  Players supply their own gray pants.
For the upcoming season, Minors games are expected to be held at the 2 diamonds at Fish Creek School in Sundance, 1 diamond off Millrise Drive.

Majors Division - Ages 11-12
In Majors, players are again evaluated for the purpose of drafting them onto their teams by their coaches.  Pitching development continues in this division.  Umpires in this Division have a strike zone more in line within the guidelines of the rules of baseball/softball.  Continuous batting orders are mandatory and players are encouraged to play all positions throughout the season.  All-Star team(s) can continue with Tournament play after the season ends, if enough players are willing to participate.  The registration fee includes a ball cap, team and individual pictures, and an award at the end of the season.  All players receive a team jersey and belt that must be returned to the league at the end of the season.  Players supply their own gray pants.
For the upcoming season, Majors games are expected to be held at 2 diamonds at MidPark, on SunValley Blvd., across from Centennial High School.  Some teams will have a schedule that interlocks with other leagues, so some games will be at other locations.

Juniors Division - Ages 13-14
In Juniors, players are again evaluated for the purpose of drafting them onto their teams by their coaches, based on their ability and development.  Leading-off is introduced and diamond sizes and rules are in line within the guidelines of the rules of baseball/softball.  Again, All-Star team(s) can continue with Tournament play after the season ends, if enough players are willing to participate.  Games for the Junior division are played on an inter-locking schedule with other leagues within our district on various diamonds.  The registration fee includes a ball cap, team and individual pictures, and an award at the end of the season.  All players receive a team jersey and belt that must be returned to the league at the end of the season.  Players supply their own gray pants.
For the upcoming season, Juniors games are expected to be held at the diamond in Millrise at Our Lady Of Peace School, plus diamonds that are booked by other leagues.

Seniors and Big League Combined Division - Ages 15-18
Similar to Juniors, the Senior players are evaluated for the purpose of drafting them onto their teams by their coaches, based on their ability and development.  Diamond sizes and rules are in line within the guidelines of the rules of baseball/softball.  Also, All-Star team(s) can continue with Tournament play after the season ends, if enough players are willing to participate.  Games for the Senior division are played on an inter-locking schedule with other leagues within our district on various diamonds.  The registration fee includes a ball cap and team and individual pictures.  All players receive a team jersey and belt that must be returned to the league at the end of the season.  Players supply their own gray pants.
Seniors and Big League Combined teams play an interlocking schedule at various diamonds within District 8.

Big League Official Rules of Play