Division Description - Minor AA

9 & 10 Year Old Minor AA Baseball
Pitching distance will be from 46'.
No leading off bases.
Teams in this division will play official Little League Blue Book rules.
Players in this division are eligible for District All Stars, which is by nomination in the spring.

SEASON
The Spring season typically starts early March and runs through early June.
The Fall season typically starts in early September and runs through early November.

GAMES
Each team plays a minimum of 10 - 12 regular season games per season. (6-8 games for Fall season.)
Games played during the week generally start at 6pm.
Games played on Saturday will be generally scheduled at times ranging from 9am to 5pm.
Game length is "no new inning" after 1 hour 45 minutes.
A double elimination playoff tournament is played at the end of the regular season. *** Spring Season Only ***
Makeup games my be scheduled on Sunday afternoon/evenings (after 1pm) as needed.

PRACTICE
Practice occurs one weekday and one weekend for three to four weeks prior to the season with some practices during the season at the manager's discretion.

UNIFORMS
CLL provides a jersey and hat.  
 
Jerseys have names (Spring Season) and numbers. Rubber cleats are highly recommended.

PLAYING EQUIPMENT
Parents must provide ball glove, batting helmet and USA stamped bat.  https://www.littleleague.org/playing-rules/bat-rules/
Catchers are strongly encouraged to have their own equipment.
Athletic supporter (cup) required for gameplay for boys in this division.

TEAM
Teams usually consist of 11-12 players, one (1) volunteer manager, two (2) volunteer coaches, and one (1) volunteer team parent.


Minor Baseball FAQ’S

Q: Do you keep score and are there umpires?
A: Yes.  Every manager maintains a scorebook. League standings are kept to determine a regular season winner and to determine playoff games. There is a home plate umpire.  *Standings and Playoffs only in Spring Season*

Q: What size field do they play on?
A: All games are played on a regulation Little League. Bases are 60' apart and the pitching rubber is 46 feet from home plate.

Q: Can I have my child play on a team with their friends?
A: Not unless they are drafted on to that team. In this age group, player's skills are evaluated in a skills assessment. Then a draft is held (Spring Season Only).

Q: Can I Manage or coach a team?
A: Yes, if positions are available. Prospective managers must complete an online application. If you would like to serve as a coach, then please note that on your child's spring online registration. All managers and coaches must be approved by the Chesterfield Little League Board of Directors.

Q: Will my child get to play all the time?
A: No, not all the time, but no player sits twice until all have sit once. Exception will be the pitcher and catcher

Q: What are the volunteer requirements?
A: CLL is an all-volunteer organization so there are many ways to volunteer. Help is always needed with registration, team parenting, assisting with picture and opening night activities, helping with post-season tournaments, and working in the concession stand to name just a few of the many ways to help support CLL.

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