Mason District Little League: 2013 Spring Divisions Defined
Teams are typically 5 and 6 year olds. The focus is on hitting, base running, and basic positions. No tryout required.
Majors
Teams are typically 11 and 12 year olds with several years of previous LL experience. This is a competitive league that plays games against other Northern Virginia LL. The coachesÂ’ focus is on improving individual skills, playing as a team, game strategies, and sportsmanship. Players should have understanding of basics of the game, to be able to play catch from 80 feet, and to show confidence at the plate and in field. Players must tryout.
AA Division
Teams are typically 7 to 10 year olds. No previous LL experience required for older players. The focus is on developing individual skills such as pitching, hitting, fielding, and base positions. Some previous LL preferred for younger players. Players should be able to maintain concentration through out an inning, know what to do with the ball when fielding, and be able to play catch. No tryout required.
Also called modified player pitch because the coach can help pitch or modify the pitching for batters. This is done on a case by case basis and at the discretion of the coaches
50/70
AAA Division
Teams are typically 9 to 11 year olds with some previous LL experience or 12 year olds with no previous experience. The coachesÂ’ focus is on developing individual skill and playing as a team in a less competitive environment. Players should have understanding of basics of the game, to be able to play catch from 70 feet, and should begin to show confidence at the plate and in the field. Players must tryout.
A Division
Also called coach pitch or machine pitch. Teams are typically 6 to 8 year olds. No previous LL experience required. The focus is on be introduced to fielding, hitting a moving ball, and base running. Players should be able to pay attention in the field, to know each base, and know each position by name. No tryout required.
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