11 & 12 Year Old Major "Little League" Baseball
Pitching distance will be 46' from home plate.
No leading off bases.
Teams in this division will play official Little League Blue Book rules.
Players in this division are eligible to tryout for the Major Little League District All Stars.
SEASON
The Spring season typically starts at the beginning of March and runs through early June.
The Fall season typically starts in early August and runs through early November.
GAMES
Each team plays a minimum of 14-16 regular season games per season. (12-14 games for Fall season.)
Games played during the week generally start at 7:30 or 8pm.
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 ***
Sunday afternoon/evenings (after 1pm) will be used for makeup games as needed.
This division may participate in interleague games against other local Little Leagues, both at our fields and theirs.
Please download the GameChanger app where all schedules will be posted.
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.
Please download the GameChanger app where all schedules will be posted.
UNIFORMS
PLL provides a jersey, hat and belt. Player's name and number will be on each jersey. Rubber cleats are highly recommended. Parents must provide pants, white, grey or black (Coach will decide color).
PLAYING EQUIPMENT
Parents must provide ball glove, helmet and USA stamped bat. https://www.littleleague.org/playing-rules/bat-rules/
Athletic supporter (cup) required for gameplay for boys in this division.
TEAMS
Teams usually consist of 11-12 players, one (1) volunteer manager, two (2) volunteer assistant coaches, and one (1) volunteer team parent.
Major 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 are two umpires on the field. *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.
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 Powhatan 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: PLL 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 fundraising to name just a few of the many ways to help support PLL.