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Mason
District Little League September
8, 2012 |
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When
are games and practices?
All teams play games on Saturdays. AAA, AA, Single A and
T-ball are typically in the mornings or early afternoon. Majors typically
play in the late afternoon but games times vary depending on field
availability. Majors and AAA play games typically have weeknight game which
night varies depending on field availability.
AA can typically has one weeknight game starting mid-season. Weeknight
games typically start at 6:16 pm. Team manager and field availability determine days for
weeknight practices. Practices typically start after 5:00 pm or later.
Weekend practice times vary depending on team manager and field availability.
Majors, AAA, and AA may have two practices a week
depending on the game schedule. Single A and T-ball typically have only one
weeknight practice. Top
Where are games and practices?
In the
spring T-ball games and practices are at Walnut Hill (Leis Admin Center).
Single A are at Parklawn
Elementary School. AA games and practices are at Jeb Stuart Park. Majors and
AAA games are typically at Mason District Park. Practices are mostly at Parklawn Park. However, Majors and AAA will use any
available field, which can include Dowden Terrace, Parklawn
Elementary School, Jeb Stuart Park, and Bailey’s Community Center. Maps to the field locations can be on the
website under Field Locations. Teams
sometimes play games with other Little Leagues where games will be played on
Mason District fields and the other leagues’ fields. Top
Which team should I sign up for?
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 coaches’
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. AAA: Teams
are typically 9 to 11 year olds with some previous LL experience or 12 year
olds with no previous experience. The
coaches’ 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. AA (modified
player pitch): 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. Single
A (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. T-ball: Teams
are typically 4 and 6 year olds. The focus is on hitting, base running, and
basic positions. No tryout required. Top
What is modified player pitch?
AA modified player pitch where 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. Top
How are teams
selected?
Majors
and AAA divisions: Teams are selected by try-outs and a draft selection. No
player may request assignment to or selection by a particular team. Any
players not selected by a major division team will then be a part of AAA
league draft. Siblings within the division will be assigned to the same team,
unless otherwise requested. AA,
Single A, and T-ball divisions: All players will be assigned to teams on a
random basis, with the view of equalizing the number of players on each team.
Team requests can be made, but no commitment is made that those requests will
be honored. Efforts are made to put together players from the same school
where possible. Siblings within the division will be assigned to the same
team. Top
Are
tryouts mandatory?
We
typically only have tryouts in the spring. ALL candidates for the Major and
AAA division MUST try out. Nine year olds and older should try out. Top
I can't make
the scheduled tryout date. Is there a makeup day?
Any
player unable to attend tryouts will be given an opportunity to attend a make
up tryout, at a time and location to be announced. Top
What
Equipment does my player need?
All
players should have a glove. Players at the A level and above will need
a protective cup and cleats. The league provides all other equipment,
including uniform. Some players provide their own helmet to avoid
sharing with other teammates. Top
When does the
Mason District Little League's baseball season begin?
SPRING
– Major and AAA division team practices will start in March, and games will
start the weekend after public school Spring Break. AA, Single A, and T-ball
teams will be formed in early March and practices will start in late-March.
Games usually start the weekend after public school Spring Break. See
calendar for exact dates. FALL
– Major and AAA division team practices will start in mid to late Aug, and
games will start after Labor Day. AA, Single A, and T-ball teams will start
about Sep 1. Games usually start the weekend after Labor Day. See calendar for exact dates. Top
When does
the Mason District Little League's baseball season end?
The
spring regular season will likely end for all divisions in the first week of
June. The fall regular season ends at Halloween. See calendar for exact
dates. Top
When do the
League tournaments begin?
League
tournaments for Majors and AAA divisions are typically played in June after
the regular season ends. There are no tournaments in the fall. Top
When do the
All Stars teams and tournaments begin?
All
Stars practices and games for 9-10s and 11-12s are in June after the regular
season and continue through about 15 July. Top
How much time
should I anticipate my player devoting to baseball each week?
The
number of practices can vary depending on coaches and division; typically
each team will play 2 games each week and practice 1-2 times per week at the
AAA and Majors level. Lower levels will typically have 2 to 3 baseball
games/practices per week. Top
Does
Mason District Little League waive or reduce fees?
Families
receive a discount and league payments are capped for larger families.
Fees may be reduced or waived, or paid in installments when circumstances
warrant. Fee reduction or waiver requests should be addressed to the League
President or Player Agent. Scholarships are available for any family on the
reduced or free lunch program at FCPS. Top
What are the
boundaries for Mason District Little League?
All
players must reside within our league boundaries described in the map on the
bottom of the home page. Top
My
son/daughter goes to school with players in MDLL, but I don’t live in the
boundaries. Can I sign up?
Little
League regulations do not allow out of boundary area children to sign
up. Little League insurance does not cover the league or the volunteers
for out of boundary players. We are always amazed at how quickly
children adapt and make new friends when placed on a team with unfamiliar
faces. As you go through Little League these are often your children’s
closest friends. Top
How do I
volunteer?
Mason
District Little League is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization. We are
always looking for individuals who are willing to lend a hand. Please contact
our League President, Jack Lavoie, if you are interested in helping. He can
be reached via e-mail at mdllorg@yahoo.com. Volunteers who will have contact
with children must complete the LLB volunteer application form found at volunteer application Top
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· When are games and practices? · Where are games and practices? · Which team should I sign up for? · What is modified player pitch? · I can't make the scheduled tryout date. Is there a makeup day? · What Equipment does my player need? · When does the Mason District Little League's baseball season begin? · When does the Mason District Little League's baseball season end? · When do the League tournaments begin? · When do the All Stars teams and tournaments begin? · How much time should I anticipate my player devoting to baseball each week? · Does Mason District Little League waive or reduce fees? |