League Age and Division Information
T-Ball | Rookie Division | Minors Division | Major League Division | Why Some Players Are Moved Up
Divisions are configured based on the "league age" of the players. The breakdown is as follows:
- T-Ball (Ages 4-6 / Kindergarten): Monday and Wednesday evenings at 6:00 PM
- Rookies Division (Ages 5-8 / 1st and 2nd Graders): Coach-pitch, Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6:00 PM
- Minors Division (Ages 8-10 / 3rd and 4th Graders): Coach/Machine and Player-pitch, Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6:00 PM, with some Saturday games
- Majors League Division (Ages 9-12 / 5th and 6th Graders): Player-pitch, Monday and Wednesday evenings, with games typically on Saturdays
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T-Ball
Ages: 4 to 6
Playoffs: No
All-Stars Games: No
Description: Players hit from a T all season long. Teams will normally practice for up to 30 minutes and then immediately play a short game. Practice and game time will normally not exceed 1 hour in length.
Rookie Division
Description: Comprised of league age 5-8 players. Exclusively coach-pitch—no tees or player pitching used during games.
Team Selection: Teams are chosen at the end of March. 8-year-olds are grouped by assessment data; 5-7-year-olds are grouped by age for balance.
Practice: Begins early April (weather permitting). Players will have at least 5 practices before Opening Day and will typically practice once or twice every other week during the season.
Games: Begin on Opening Day (usually the last Saturday in April). Held on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and/or Saturdays. No playoffs.
Minors Division
Description: Players aged 8-10. A mix of coach, machine, and player pitch.
Team Selection: Based on assessment data to ensure balanced teams. Selected in late March.
Practice: Starts early April, with 5–10 practices expected. After games start, teams typically practice once a week.
Games: Begin late April. Scheduled Tuesdays, Thursdays, and/or Saturdays. Fridays/Sundays used for make-ups. Playoffs start mid-June.
Major League Division
Description: For players aged 10-12. Exclusively player pitch.
Team Selection: Drafted based on assessment data in March.
Practice: Begins early April. Expect 5–10 practices before games. Teams will practice 1–2 times a week during the season.
Games: Start late April. Held Mondays, Wednesdays, and/or Saturdays. Fridays/Sundays reserved for make-up games. Playoffs mid-June to end of month.
Why Some Players Are Moved Up
Overview: Some 8-year-olds move to Minors and some 10-year-olds to Majors each year, depending on division needs.
Skills Assessment: Conducted annually. Evaluators grade players, and higher scores increase chances of being moved up.
Parent Requests: Considered but not guaranteed. Final placement is based on the league's discretion.
Note: Not being moved up is perfectly normal. We encourage a supportive attitude toward all players and volunteers.
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🗓️ Season Kickoff: Practice Details & Important Info 🗓️
Welcome: The 2025 Dryden Little League season is underway! Below you'll find essential details for the start of the season, including practice schedules, what to bring, team formation plans, and important field and parking guidelines. Let’s play ball!
Rookies
First Practice: Monday, 04/22 at 6:00 PM (arrive by 5:45 PM) at Groton Ave Ball Fields in Freeville. Session lasts about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Practice Format: Rotating 15-minute drill stations (fielding, throwing, batting, base running). Players should bring a glove and water only. No bats or balls; dogs are not allowed.
Schedule: Clinics every Tuesday and Thursday from 04/22 through June. Games expected to begin the second week of May. Two optional Saturday games with Groton in June.
Parking: Park in the Groton Ave lot or near the Post Office. Only park on the right side of the street to allow emergency access. Keep driveways clear and watch for children.
Coaches Needed: We expect to have 4 teams. Please volunteer by emailing [email protected].
Note: Please walk behind dugouts—do not cut across fields.
TBall
First Practice: Monday, 04/21 at 6:00 PM (arrive by 5:45 PM) at Groton Ave Ball Fields in Freeville.
Practice Format: Groups based on last name rotate through 14-minute stations (throwing, baserunning, fielding). Players should bring a glove and water only. No bats; no dogs.
Schedule: Clinics until teams are formed after 3–4 sessions. In May: Clinics on Mondays, games on Wednesdays. In June: Games on both nights.
Parking: Follow Groton Ave parking guidance. Park on the right side only or near the Post Office. Leave emergency access points open and be mindful of neighbors’ driveways and children.
Coaches Needed: One team is still in need of a full coaching staff. If you can help, email [email protected].
Note: Please avoid cutting across fields; always walk behind dugouts.