T Ball-1 (3-4 Year Old )

• This division is for players with no experience with baseball.
• This division is instructional and players will learn the concepts of hitting and advancing to 1st base only.
• Players will hit off the tee for every at bat.

MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT

• Your child must turn 4 years of age on or before August 31, 2017 to register for the regular Spring season.

SEASON

• The Spring season typically starts the end of March and runs through mid-June.

• The Fall season typically starts in mid September and runs through the end of October.

GAMES

• Each team plays 10 to 13 games per season.(8 games for Fall season)
• Games played during the week generally start at 6:00 PM.
• Games played on Saturday will be generally scheduled at times ranging from 10 AM to 5 PM. Game length is typically 1 hour.

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, pants, socks and hat.
• Names and numbers are placed on jerseys.
• Parents must provide athletic shoes.
• Rubber cleats are optional.

PLAYING EQUIPMENT

• Parents must provide ball glove.

TEAM

• Teams usually consist of 9 players, a volunteer manager, three volunteer coaches, and a volunteer team parent.

DIVISION DIRECTOR

3-4 Year Old T Ball-1 FAQ’S

Q: Do you keep score and are there umpires?

A: No. The T-Ball league is structured to teach the fundamentals of baseball only. The games are self-umpired by the volunteer managers and coaches.

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: What kind of baseball is used?

A: A soft core baseball is used to prevent injury and provide for a good learning experience.

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.

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.