Majors - Little League Baseball
Typically 11 and 12 year olds (grades 5 and 6). Baseball age 10 can declare up but not guaranteed.

LOGISTICS

Schedule:

• Begins when the weather is warm enough and the ground is dry enough (targeting mid-March to early April)
• 2 to 3 Days per Week – can vary weekly - final schedule established by the division director closer to the start of the season
• Weekdays (Games normally start at 6:00 pm) and Saturdays (varies) Games & Practices run between 1.5-Hours to 2-Hours
• Practices & Games take place at Coopersburg Living Memorial Park's Majors and Minor A Fields; and the Upper Saucon Park's Majors Field

Games:

• 6-Inning games – Players pitch - Umpires
• Format: 50/70
• Pitching distance is 50 feet
• Base paths are 70 feet
• Unlimited stealing and leading
• Teams keep track of score
• Infield Fly Rule is in effect
• Dropped 3rd strike rule is in effect
• 5 run limit per inning

EXPECTATIONS

For the Kids:

• To have consistent mechanics and a thorough knowledge of baseball

For the Parents:

• To cheer for (not instruct) all kids of all teams during games
• To help with field preparation & clean-up before & after games
• To run the snack stand.

By the end of the season, your child will learn:

• Good Sportsmanship/Teamwork
• Playing Competitively in a Team Environment

EQUIPMENT

The league provides:

• Team Shirt
• Team Baseball Hat
• Catcher’s Gear

Your child will need:

• Personal Baseball Glove
• Baseball Pants (color determined by individual coaches)
• Batting Helmet
• Baseball Bat ("USA BASEBALL" approved)
• Water Bottles (games & practices)
• Protective cup
• Baseball Cleats (Rubber molded only, metal cleats are not allowed)
• Batting Gloves (Optional)