Frequently Asked Questions about Eastside Little League
Essential Information for Parents, Players, and Coaches
What are the age divisions in Little League?
Little League is divided into several age groups:
Tee Ball (Co-ed ages 4-6), Rookie (Co-ed ages 7-8),
Baseball:
Minor League (ages 9-10), Major League (ages 11-12), Junior League (ages 13-14), and Senior League (ages 15-16).
Softball: Minor League (ages 9-10), Majors League (ages 11-12) and Jr/Sr softball (ages 13-16)
Registration and Participation
How do I register my child for Little League Baseball?
Registration takes place online. Please select the “ Register “ button located on our Home page to begin the process.
What equipment does my child need?
At a minimum, your child will need a glove, a baseball cap, cleats, comfortable athletic clothing and a water bottle.
All divisions are provided team jerseys and hats. Bats, batting helmets, and protective gear are required. The league will provide bats and batting helmets. You may choose to provide your own equipment.
How are teams formed?
Teams are usually formed through a draft or assignment process that aims to create balanced teams and ensure an enjoyable experience for all players. Some divisions may use evaluations to help distribute skill levels evenly.
The cutoff date is March 15th
Games and Practices
When and where are games played?
Practices are scheduled at the coach's discretion based on field availability.
Game schedules and locations are determined by the league. Most games are played at Tryon Park, Farmington Field and East High School.
Tee-ball & Rookies programs typically consist of 1-2 weeknights and 1 Saturday practice/game. All events are at our Tryon Park location.
Baseball Minors program typically consist of practice/game on a Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
Baseball Majors program typically consist of practice/game on a Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Baseball Juniors program typically consist of practice/game Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Baseball Seniors program typically consist of practice/game on a Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
Softball
All home games are at Tryon Green field.
Rookies programs typically consist of a practice/game on Monday and Saturday.
Softball Minors program typically consist of practice/game on Wednesday and Saturday.
Softball Majors program typically consist of practice/game on Tuesday and Saturday.
How long is the Little League season?
Tee-ball & Rookies season runs from May to June
Baseball & Softball Minors and Majors season runs from May to June with a summer tournament in July. Fall Ball is September to October.
Baseball Juniors and Seniors season is June to July.
Practices beginning a few weeks before the first games. There may also be fall ball programs or clinics in the off-season.
How much travel is involved?
Tee-ball & Rookies games are played at Tryon.
Baseball Minors and Majors games are played at Tryon, Baden Park , # 12 School and Genesee Valley Park.
Baseball Juniors and Seniors are played all around the county.
Softball all divisions play half at home and half away.
Coaching and Volunteering
How can I volunteer?
Volunteering for Eastside Little League is one of most important opportunities there is. Each year we ask family members and the members of the community to offer their assistance to make Eastside Little League possible, so we can keep our fees reasonable. We are asking again for at least one parent of each player to volunteer during the 2026 spring season.
There are several areas of volunteering available, from being a Coaching (Most Important) or Assist Coach, Field Maintenance (we get no assistance from the city, except to mowing the grass), Concession Volunteers (part of our fundraising efforts), Special Events (Opening day activities, Redwing game, C.U.R.E Childhood Cancer day, etc.)
How to Volunteer:
1) Register your child to play and indicate you are willing to volunteer. Coaches, Assist Coaches and Team Mom need to complete area for background check since you work directly with the players.
2) All other parents wishing to volunteer will work with the Volunteer Coordinator to schedule volunteer day and time.
3) Most Important: “SHOW UP WHEN SCHEDULED”.
Thank you in advance for Volunteering for Eastside Little League. With you assistance 2026 will be a successful year for you and most important your player.
Jennifer Thompson, Volunteer Coordinator
[email protected]
Do coaches need previous baseball experience?
While experience is helpful, it’s not required. Training is often provided by the league, and a willingness to help and promote a positive environment is most important.
Rules and Safety
What are the primary safety rules?
Little League prioritizes player safety by requiring the use of approved equipment, enforcing pitch counts, and following concussion protocols. Coaches and volunteers are trained on these safety measures.
What is the pitch count rule?
Pitch count rules limit the number of pitches a player can throw in a game and require specific rest periods between pitching appearances. This prevents overuse injuries and helps ensure young arms are protected.
https://www.littleleague.org/playing-rules/pitch-count
Other Common Questions
Is there a residency requirement?
There is no residency requirement to play at Eastside.
Can my child play other sports while in Little League?
Yes, many children play multiple sports. Communicate schedule conflicts with your coach to ensure a positive experience.
How are rainouts or cancellations handled?
Games canceled due to weather are usually rescheduled when possible. Your coach will communicate directly about changes and makeup dates.
How can I get more information?
Visit: https://www.eastside-littleleague.com
Are scholarships available?
Our league intentionally keeps the fees low, so it is not a financial burden.
We are not supported by any government agency. Our registration fees, sponsorships, concession sales and volunteers are how we operate the league.
However, please reach out to the league president. [email protected] .
Any scholarship request is reviewed by the Board of Directors, on a case by case basis .
Additional resources:
https://www.littleleague.org/call-up-grant-program/