I live in zip code 85XXX, can I register my child to play for CNLL?
Beginning Spring 2008, Chandler National Little League encompasses some, or all, of the following zip codes: 85225, 85248, 85249, and 85286. To determine your child's eligibility for baseball, please review the 2009 Boundary Map.

Are the boundaries for Softball the same as Baseball?
Any girl that lives within the City of Chandler and has a Chandler zip Code, aged 9-14 is eligible to play with CNLL.

I live in a zip code outside the boundaries, can I still play for CNLL?
If your child has continually played in spring seasons for CNLL, and wishes to continue, the league may request a waiver exemption of the boundaries. This is also true for the child's sibling. If this is your child's first year of play, CNLL cannot request a waiver of boundaries. See any Board member to determine what Little League your child must register for play.

Is it true that all 12 year olds must play in Majors?
True. All 12 year olds, baseball and softball must be drafted or placed on a Major team. See below.

Can a parent request that their child not play in Majors?
Yes. If a parent/guardian does not feel their 12 year old child would enjoy playing in a competitive division or feel that there may be safety concerns, they may request to have their child eligible for the Baseball Minor AAA of Softball Minor Division. Per LL, the parent/guardian completes a waiver request form (available at any registration) and forwards to the Board of Directors for consideration. If approved, the Board of Directors will forward to the local District Administrator (DA) for a final decision. The DA has final approval or denial of the request and cannot be appealed.

Can I "bring" a team to CNLL?
Yes and no. Baseball Rookie and A Minor teams do not draft, therefore a manager may bring an entire team into the league provided the players meet boundary and age requirements; this is subject to our Player Agent and President's approval after registrations have been completed. While we make every effort to ensure players get to be with their friends and Managers, we also need to ensure balance in the teams. Managers may not "bring" a team into AA-Majors divisions. CNLL stresses the development of the individual child over the building of a dream team; players in these divisions go through a draft process. This keeps the playing field level and the league more competitive - every team has an equal chance to be good. This has been one of the keys to the success of CNLL.

As a manager can I protect my coaches child in the draft?
No. Per Little League, only Managers may protect their own child (or children).

Can I request a specific manager?
Yes, but only in the Baseball Rookie and A Minor divisions. Request should be made on the registration form. Although every attempt will be made to accommodate requests, the number of players, age balance and other factors influence the process; hence, no guarantees can be made.

Why does CNLL do background checks on all volunteers?
In order to protect the safety of our children CNLL processes all volunteers using a thorough background check (criminal and sex offender in all states).

Why can't players take warm-up swings outside of the dugout?
Over the years Little League has found that the likelihood for injuries to players is greatly reduced if players stay in the dugout.

Are helmet masks mandatory?
CNLL strongly recommends the use of masks, however, masks for helmets are at the discretion of the parents.

Why can't coaches warm-up pitchers?
Little League's position is that adults are here to teach the children and as such should have children warm-up pitchers. Rosters are not limited to nine players only and therefore should have additional players to warm-up a pitcher. This is a Little League International mandate for safety and liability for which CNLL will strictly adhere.

BASEBALL FAQ's

I live in North/South Division, can I request my child to play in alternate division?
No, per LL regulations, waivers of divisional boundaries are not permitted within league boundaries. Prescribed divisional geographical boundaries must be adhered.

Are 10 year olds eligible to be drafted into the Majors?
No. 10 year olds will only be eligible for Minors AAA and AA. Historically, 10 year olds have less success at the competitive Majors level, which leads to increased frustrations and may decrease their interest in the game. In the Minors AAA or AA, 10 year olds have greater opportunity to enhance and refine their skills and enjoy the overall Little League experience.

Is it true that all Majors teams will be redrafted?
True. All Majors teams are redrafted every year. Returning Major's players are guaranteed a Major's roster spot, but not necessarily on the same team. Following the mission of Little League, it is the goal to focus on the improvement of individual players rather than creating a dream team. Major's managers will draft accordingly for the season in which they have been appointed and thus avoiding the 'drafting for the future' and helps keep parody within the league.

What will happen if my child does not attend tryouts?
Players that do not participate in tryouts are restricted to which division they may play. 8 year olds may only play Intermediate, 9-10 only AA, 11 only AAA and 12 in Majors. PLEASE NOTE, if a 12 year old registers after the Draft Day, the child will be placed on a wait list and will only be placed on a Major's team when space is available (see Parent request above for Minor league consideration). In addition, players who do not complete a tryout may forfeit their eligibility for ALL-STAR consideration.

SOFTBALL FAQ's