NJ District 3 Little League: Welcome

Little League Coaches, Umpires, Local League and District Volunteers and Parents,

As you take to the field this season, Little League International has assembled an online resource page dedicated to baseball bat information, which is available through the Little League website.

Click here to find the latest bat information, including the 2012 Little League Baseball rules and regulations governing bats, definition of terms, the moratorium on the use of composite bats, and a series of frequently asked questions, with answers.

If there is a bat-related issue that requires an explanation the answer is just a click away.

SUBJECT:  Non-Compliance of Nike Bat Model #Aero CX2-BT0636

Little League Baseball, Incorporated has been informed that Nike Bat Model #Aero CX2-BT0636 has failed recent performance standard compliance testing.

Effective immediately, Nike Bat Model #Aero CX2-BT0636, including all graphic variations, is not eligible, or approved, for use in any Little League program or activity.

 To view photos of the bats, Click Here.

Little League International today announced the full list of significant changes that will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2012, to the policies, rules and regulations of the program.

A list of all the significant changes, along with a summary and explanation of the changes, is listed here.

A downloadable PDF version of these changes is available as well: 2012 Rule Changes

Bergen County will be sponsoring a Challenger Fun Day this year on the first Saturday in May. It will include baseball, a barbecue, games, prizes and gifts for all.

There will be a minimal fee for each team, basically a commitment that you will be there and hopefully a few more surprises. It will be held at a new state of the art baseball complex in Ridgefield Park.

Historically, teams from in the tri-state area send teams to the event. He could also use some volunteers.

For more information or to volunteer contact Lou at Email: lverile101@aol.com

• Significant Policy, Rule, and Regulation Changes for 2012
• Little League Guidelines on Reporting Abuse
• Little League International Announces Bat Rules Changes for 2012 Season
• Youth Baseball Pitching Study Shows Overuse is Primary Cause of Arm Injuries
• Baseball Bat Information
• A Safety Awareness Program (ASAP)
• The Little League Baseball and Softball Coaches Toolkit (previously called the Coaches Registry)
• Little League Coach Resource Center for Baseball & softball Managers & Coaches
• LexisNexis Local League Background Check
• AED (automatic external defibrillator) Technology is Currently Affordable and Available

• "ASAP Safety Program Newslettter"
• "Little Leaguer Newsletter" for players, parents, and coaches
• "The Coaches Box"
• "Fairball" for Umpires