Baseball - Dryden Little League
Resources for Your Baseball Player
As a parent or guardian, you play a vital role in your child's baseball experience, and we're here to support you every step of the way. This page includes helpful information to guide you through the season:
- Understanding what equipment your player needs
- Ways to encourage practice and skill-building at home
- How to help your player develop good sportsmanship
- Guidance on supporting volunteer coaches and umpires
- General tips on being an awesome baseball parent/guardian
Equipment Information
Here’s what your player will receive, what you might want to purchase, and where to find gear locally or online.
- We provide:
- Jersey
- Socks
- Helmets
- Bats
- Catcher’s gear
- You may choose to purchase:
- Personal bat
- Personal Helmet
- Hat or sunglasses
- Cleats (non-metal only; recommended for safety and traction)
- Sliding shorts and/or baseball pants: Players often choose black baseball pants because they offer comfort and durability—especially during sliding. While sliding is more commonly taught and used at the 12U level, wearing proper pants can still provide valuable protection for players of any age.
- Required: Please ensure your player has a glove
- Bring a labeled water bottle to every practice
- Where to shop:
Encouraging Practice at Home
Outside of team practices, there are many fun and simple ways to support your player's development.
- Practicing outside of team time is encouraged
- Helpful activities include:
- Skill-building drills (e.g. throwing, catching, hitting)
- Video tutorials and how-tos
- Watching games (JV/Varsity, College Baseball, MLB)
- Online resources:
Commitment to the Team
Being part of a team means showing up and giving your best. Here's what to expect and how to help keep things running smoothly.
- Attendance at practices and games is essential
- To view schedules, roster, and other team related information view our team pages here.You must be logged in to the site to view.
- Minimum of 9 players required to field a team
- We aim to give all players as much playing time as possible
- Game cancellations:
- Notified ASAP via website and social media
- Check regularly for updates
Sportsmanship & Support
Modeling good sportsmanship and showing support for all participants helps make the season a great experience for everyone.
- Baseball teaches:
- Teamwork
- Respect
- Resilience
- Your support makes a big impact:
- Encourage sportsmanship
- Recognize efforts of coaches and umpires
- Help players come prepared and excited
- Spectator conduct:
- Cheer enthusiastically
- Show respect to players, coaches, umpires, and other fans
- Demonstrate community spirit and good sportsmanship
📋 For official Little League rules, visit: Little League National
🗓️ For events and important dates: Click here
Thank you for helping make this a great season!
🤝 Supporting Our League Community
We know that as parents, guardians, and supporters, there’s a lot competing
for your time and attention — school events, community activities, sports,
and everything in between.
Fundraising and spreading the word about league events truly takes a village,
and we are incredibly grateful for any support you’re able to offer.
We recognize that it’s a big ask, and we appreciate every effort, big or small.
Even if you’re not in a position to donate, simply helping to share information,
invite others, or spread awareness about our events makes a meaningful impact.
Every post shared, conversation started, or friend invited helps more than you may realize.
Your support directly helps us keep registration costs as low as possible,
maintain and replace equipment so it stays safe and up to date,
and continue providing a positive, fun experience for our players.
Most importantly, it helps ensure our programs can continue year after year.
Thank you for being part of the Dryden Little League community.
Your involvement — in any form — truly makes a difference.