Hemet Little League - Youth Baseball Program Overview:
T-Ball (3 1/2YR - 5YR):
- Beginner level baseball for young players.
- Hitting off Tee.
- Every player gets an at-bat and plays defense each inning.
- No scorekeeping; emphasis on learning fundamentals.
Single A (5YR - 7YR):
- Beginners division with Coach Pitch.
- All players participate in each inning.
- No scorekeeping; focus on understanding fundamental rules.
Double A (7YR - 8YR):
- Semi-competitive/Instructional play.
- Machine or Coach pitch (Player Pitch second half).
- Umpire(s) & scorekeeper assigned; Scoring/Pitch Count/Standings in effect.
- Introduction of structured rules; technical instruction.
- Evaluation Required
Triple A (9YR - 11YR):
- Competitive/Instruction Play with player pitch.
- Umpire(s) & scorekeeper assigned; Scoring/Pitch Count/Standings in effect.
- Players assigned positions.
- Evaluation Required
Majors (10YR - 12YR):
- LLWS Eligible; Competitive/Instruction Play.
- Umpire(s) & scorekeeper assigned; Scoring/Pitch Count/Standings in effect.
- 9 Player batting order with substitutions.
- Minimum Play Required
- Evaluation Required
Intermediate (50/70) (11YR-13YR):
- Competitive/Instruction Play with full baseball rules.
- 50 ft Pitching Distance / 70 ft Base Path Distance.
- Umpire(s) & scorekeeper assigned; Scoring/Pitch Count/Standings in effect.
- Minimum Play Required
- Evaluation Required
Seniors (14YR - 16YR):
- Competitive/Instruction Play with full baseball rules.
- 60.5 ft Pitching Distance / 90 ft Base Path Distance.
- Umpire(s) & scorekeeper assigned; Scoring/Pitch Count/Standings in effect.
- Evaluation Required
Challenger - Little League Special Needs Division:
- Tailored for participants with special needs.
- Provides a supportive and inclusive baseball experience.