9 & 10-Year-Old Minor AA Baseball

Overview:

• Pitching distance: 46’

• No leading off bases

• Teams play under official Little League Blue Book rules

• Players are eligible for District All-Stars by spring nomination

Season

• Spring: Early March – Early June

• Fall: Early September – Early November

Games

• 10–12 regular season games (6–8 in Fall)

• Weekday games generally start at 6 PM

• Saturday games scheduled between 9 AM – 5 PM

• Game length: No new inning after 1 hr 45 min

• Playoffs: Double elimination tournament at end of Spring season only

• Makeup games may be scheduled Sunday afternoons/evenings (after 1 PM)

Practice

• One weekday and one weekend per week for 3–4 weeks before season

• Additional practices during the season at the manager’s discretion

Uniforms

• CLL provides jersey and hat

• Jerseys include names (Spring only) and numbers

• Rubber cleats recommended

Playing Equipment

• Parents must provide:

  • Ball glove

  • Batting helmet

  • USA Baseball-certified bat (Bat Rules)

• Catchers encouraged to have own equipment

• Boys must wear athletic supporter/cup

Team Structure

• 11–12 players

• 1 volunteer manager

• 2 volunteer coaches

• 1 volunteer team parent

Minor Baseball FAQs

Q: Do you keep score and are there umpires?
A: Yes. Every manager maintains a scorebook. Standings determine the regular-season winner and playoff games. Home plate umpire provided. (Standings and playoffs only in Spring season)

Q: What size field do they play on?
A: Bases are 60’ apart, pitching rubber is 46’ from home plate, regulation Little League field.

Q: Can my child play on a team with friends?
A: Only if drafted onto that team. Players’ skills are evaluated in a skills assessment, followed by a draft (Spring season only).

Q: Can I manage or coach a team?
A: Yes, if positions are available. Managers must complete an online application. Coaches should indicate interest on child’s spring registration. All approvals are required by the Chesterfield Little League Board of Directors.

Q: Will my child play all the time?
A: No. No player sits twice until all have sat once, except pitcher and catcher.

Q: What are the volunteer requirements?
A: CLL is all-volunteer. Opportunities include registration, team parenting, opening night, post-season tournaments, concessions, and more.