South Kingstown Little League (SKLL)

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Nov, 2023

Instructional, AA, AAA, and Major Divisions descriptions

Instructional League (coach pitch): The spirit and intent of Instructional League baseball is to provide a positive experience to the participants and an atmosphere for learning the basics of baseball in a non- competitive game setting including positioning, hitting, fielding, throwing, catching, sportsmanship and the basic rules of baseball. Instructional League baseball is intended to prepare participants for graduation to Minor League baseball and beyond. Managers and coaches in the Instructional League are to introduce players to the game, to instruct, and to share the positive experience of Little League baseball with all players equally.

AA Minors: The spirit and intent of AA Minor League Baseball is to provide a positive and enjoyable experience to players while introducing them to a higher level of play above the instructional level. The primary focus is on continuing to learn baseball fundamentals – throwing, catching, fielding, and hitting – while beginning to learn team field play. Players at the AA level may continue to struggle to consistently catch, throw, field, and hit the baseball. Coaches will assist with some game play pitching in AA Minors. Ages for AA Minors are 7, 8, and 9 year olds. 10 year olds are permitted with parent request and SKLL Board approval.

AAA Minors: The spirit and intent of AAA Minors League Baseball is to provide a positive and enjoyable experience to players while increasing the level of play. The focus is on improving baseball fundamentals – throwing, catching, fielding, and hitting – while learning more advanced baseball team play and team fielding. Players at the AAA level should have the ability to consistently catch, throw, field, and hit the baseball. Coaches do not assist in game play in AAA Minors. Ages for AAA Minors are 8, 9, and 10 year olds. 11 year olds are permitted with parent request and SKLL Board approval.

Major League: The spirit and intent of Major League baseball is to raise the level of competition for the players, while continuing the emphasis on player development. At no time should the spirit of fair play, fun, and learning be replaced by an overriding desire of managers, coaches, players, or parents to win.