Division Information: Majors
Category: Majors
Division for 10, 11 & 12 year olds
League: Southern Lehigh Recreational League
Format: 50/70 (Pitching distance is 50 feet; Basepaths are 70 feet)
Type: Players Pitch
LOGISTICS
Schedule:
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Begins when the weather is warm enough and the ground is dry enough (targeting early April)
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2 to 3 Days per Week – can vary weekly - final schedule established by the division director closer to the start of the season
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Weekdays (Games normally start at 6:00 pm) and Saturdays (varies) Games & Practices run between 1.5-Hours to 2-Hours
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Practices & Games take place at Coopersburg Living Memorial Park's Majors and Minor A Fields; and the Upper Saucon Park's Majors Field
Games:
- 6-Inning games – Players pitch - Umpires
- Format: 50/70
- Pitching distance is 50 feet
- Base paths are 70 feet
- Unlimited stealing and leading
- Teams keep track of score
- Infield Fly Rule is in effect
- Dropped 3rd strike rule is in effect
- 5 run limit per inning
EXPECTATIONS
For the Kids:
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To have consistent mechanics and a thorough knowledge of baseball
For the Parents:
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To cheer for (not instruct) all kids of all teams during games
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To help with field preparation & clean-up before & after games
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To run the snack stand.
By the end of the season, your child will learn:
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Good Sportsmanship/Teamwork
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Playing Competitively in a Team Environment
EQUIPMENT
The league provides:
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Team Shirt
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Team Baseball Hat
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Catcher’s Gear
Your child will need:
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Personal Baseball Glove
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Baseball Pants (color determined by individual coaches)
- Batting Helmet
- Baseball Bat ("USA BASEBALL" approved)
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Water Bottles (games & practices)
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Protective cup
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Baseball Cleats (Rubber molded only, metal cleats are not allowed)
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Batting Gloves (Optional)