5 YEAR OLD T-BALL LEAGUE
GENERAL INFORMATION:
REGISTRATION:
MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT:
Your child must turn 5 years of age on or before April 30th in order to register for the regular Spring season.
FEES: $25.00
SEASON:
The season typically starts the end of April and runs through mid June.
GAMES:
Each team plays 12 to 15 games per season.
Games played during the week generally start at 6:00 PM.
Games played on Saturday will be generally scheduled at times ranging from 9 AM to 5 PM.
Game length is typically 1 to 1-1/2 hours in time and consists of 3 innings.
PRACTICE:
Practice occurs one weekday and one weekend for two weeks prior to the season with no practices during the season.
UNIFORMS:
TLL provides a T-shirt jersey, pants and cap.
Parents must provide socks and athletic shoes. Rubber cleats are optional.
PLAYING EQUIPMENT:
Parents must provide ball glove and T-ball bat. (see our bat size chart for guidance on choosing a bat)
TEAM:
Teams usually consist of 15 players, a volunteer manager, two volunteer coaches, and a volunteer team parent.
PHILOSOPHY:
To continue to teach boys and girls the basic fundamentals of baseball and to have FUN playing a team sport.
VOLUNTEER WORK/FUND RAISING:
TLL is an all volunteer organization. We need everyone’s help! Parents are expected to serve one shift of concession stand duty during the season and to support the TLL Family Fun Day (Carnival-Picture Day).
LEAGUE DIRECTOR:
5 YEAR OLD T-BALL LEAGUE - FAQ’s
Q: Do you keep score and are there umpires?
A: No. The T-Ball league is structured to teach the very basic fundamentals of baseball only. The games are self umpired by the volunteer managers and coaches.
Q: What size field do they play on.
A: All games are played on a regulation T-Ball field with a dirt infield and grass outfield. Field #1. Bases are 50’ apart.
Q: Can I have my child play on a team with their friends?
A: Yes. In this age group, since there is no draft, we will do our best to accommodate pairing up of friends.
Q: Can I Manage or coach a team?
A: Yes, if positions are available. Prospective managers must
complete an online application in October. If you would like to serve as a coach, then please note that on your child's spring registration form. All managers and coaches must be approved by the Tuckahoe 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 a greater than 50% of the time.
Q: What are the volunteer requirements?
A: TLL is an all volunteer organization so there are many ways to volunteer. Help is always needed with registration, team parenting, assisting with picture and carnival day activities, helping with post-season tournaments, and working in the concession stand to name just a few of the many ways to help support TLL.
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