12 & 13 year old (50/70) Baseball
League Ages 12 & 13
The Intermediate (50/70) division represents big league rules with a smaller dimension field. It provides a stepping stone for those 13 year old players who are not ready for the “big” field (60’ pitching distance/90’ bases) and provides 12 year old players an opportunity for an easier transition from the Major division field (46’ pitching/60’ bases) before moving on to the “big” field. The focus is on fun and enhancing fundamental skills. In this division baserunners may lead and steal bases off the pitchers. Pitchers also get the opportunity to learn how to hold baserunners and make pick off throws.
Please check the Baseball League Age Chart to confirm player's "league age".
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Minimum Age Requirement
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Your child must turn 12 years of age on or before August 31 of current year in order to register for the regular Spring season. 11 yr olds may request to play up. They must assess and be entered in the division draft, selection is not guaranteed. 12 yr olds may request to play down in the majors division.
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Season
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The regular spring season starts at the beginning of March and runs through the end of May.
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Practice
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Multiple practices are scheduled prior to the season with usually one practice per week during the Regular season.
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Games
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There are interleague games. Games are played against 50/70 teams within District 5. League participation varies from year to year.
Each team plays a minimum of 12 regular season games.
Games played during the week generally start at 7:30 PM.
Games played on Saturday are scheduled between 9 AM to 7 PM.
Game length is typically 1½ hours and can go no longer than two hours and consists of 7 innings.
All home games are played at Robious Complex and away games are played at the opponent's field. |
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Uniforms
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HLL provides a jersey, socks and cap.
Parents must provide pants and rubber or metal baseball cleats.
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Playing Equipment
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Parents must provide ball glove, batting helmet and bat.
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Team
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Teams usually consist of 12 players, a volunteer manager, two volunteer coaches and a volunteer team parent.
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Volunteer Work/Fund Raising
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HLL is an all volunteer organization. We need everyone’s help! Parents are needed to support HLL through fundraisers.
Click here for more information on HLL volunteer opportunities.
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Division Director (50/70)
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Please contact Tommy Waterworth [email protected] with any questions about 50/70 Baseball.
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Intermediate (50/70)- FAQ’S
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Q: Do you keep score and are there umpires?
A: Yes. Every manager maintains a scorebook. League standings are kept to determine a regular season winner and to determine playoff games. There is a home plate umpire.
Q: Can I Manage or coach a team?
A: Yes, if positions are available. Prospective managers must complete an online application. If you would like to serve as a coach, then please note that on your child's spring online registration. All managers and coaches must be approved by the Chesterfield Little League Board of Directors.
Q: On what size field does this division play?
A: The diamond is 70-foot and the pitching distance is 50 feet.
Q: Does my child have to pitch in this division?
A: Every player will have the same opportunity to learn pitching skills. However, not every player will be required to pitch.
Q: Can my child play up?
A: No. There is no availability for a child play to play up to the Intermediate 50/70 division level.
Q: Is my child eligible for an All Star or Tournament team?
A: There are tournament teams at this division level. Please see our All Stars link for more information.
Q: Can I have my child play on a team with their friends?
A: Not unless they are drafted on to that team. In this age group, player's skills are evaluated in a skills assessment. Then a draft is held.
Q: What are the volunteer requirements?
A: HLL is an all volunteer organization so there are many ways to volunteer. Help is always needed with registration, team parenting, assisting with pictures, opening day and fun day activities.
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