Little League offers multiple divisions to accommodate players of different ages and skill levels. Each division gradually introduces baseball rules, allowing young athletes to build a strong foundation and advance at a pace that matches their growth and experience. This structured progression helps players develop their skills while preparing them for more competitive levels as they mature.

That’ why it’s crucial for players to compete within their designated "league age" division. Advancing too soon—or remaining in a lower division longer than necessary—can hinder development, potentially preventing players from reaching their full potential.

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT DIVISIONS??
 

>>> T-BALL - (league ages 4-5) @ Madera Park

• DO NOT attend evaluations.

• NO DRAFT - the league's Player Agent(s) will form teams in this division.

• DO NOT KEEP SCORE or Standings.

• The focus at this level is teamwork, sportsmanship and learning the basic fundamentals of baseball such as catching, throwing, hitting off a tee, player positions and where the bases are located on the field.
  
• CHLL-T-Ball Supplemental Rules apply (see rules page)
  

>>> COACH PITCH - (league age 6) @ Madera Park 

• Only for players who are "League Age" 6
• DO NOT attend evaluations
• NO DRAFT - the league's Player Agent(s) will form teams in this division.
• DO NOT KEEP SCORE or Standings in the division (this is to ensure that baseball fundamentals are the #1 priority).
• The focus at this level is teamwork, sportsmanship and to continue learning the fundamentals.  Catching, throwing, hitting and positions are emphasized and understanding the basic rules of the game.
• Coach's pitch to their players
• CHLL-Coach Pitch Supplemental Rules apply (see rules page).

>>> FARM - (league ages 7-8) @ Madera Park

• Players MUST attend Evaluations.  Players who have not attended at least half of the scheduled evaluations, will be placed on a waitlist until all evaluated players have been placed on a team. 
• Teams are formed by a draft. 
• The fundamentals of catching, throwing, hitting and positions are emphasized and understanding the basic rules of the game.
• Player pitching is introduced.  This division is a stepping stone for players before going into the Minor division.  It  prepares them for tournament rules/play.  
  
• Scorebook must be kept insuring minimum play rules. 
• Little League Rule Book applies first - CHLL FARM Supplemental Rules apply second (see rules page).
  

>>> MINORS - (league age 9-10) @ Madera Park & McDonald Field

• Players MUST attend Evaluations.  Players who have not attended at least half of the scheduled evaluations, will be placed on a waitlist until all evaluated players have been placed on a team. 
• Teams are formed by a draft.
• Players continue learning fundamentals. 
• Positions and Baseball IQ are emphasized!
  
• An official Scorebook & Pitch Count must be kept.  Little League does not allow "Game Changer" to be used as an official way to keep score.
• Players may be eligible for All-Stars.
• Little League Rule Book and CHLL Minor Supplemental Rules apply (see rules page).

• >>> MAJORS - (league ages 11-12) @ McDonald Field 
  
  
• Players MUST attend Evaluations.  Players who have not attended at least half of the scheduled evaluations, will be placed on a waitlist until all evaluated players have been placed on a team. 
• MANDATORY for all "league age" 12-year-olds to play in Majors (unless determined otherwise by the Board of Directors).
  
• Teams are formed by a draft.
• Players continue learning fundamentals. 
• Positions and Baseball IQ are emphasized!
• An official Scorebook & Pitch Count must be kept.  Little League does not allow "Game Changer" to be used as an official way to keep score.
• Players may be eligible for All-Stars.
  
• Little League Rule Book and CHLL Major Supplemental Rules apply (see rules page).

>>> INTERMIDATE 50/70 - (league ages 11-13) @ Madera Park
**Can be played in ADDITION to Major & Junior Divisions**

• Players MUST attend Evaluations.  Players who have not attended at least half of the scheduled evaluations, will be placed on a waitlist until all evaluated players have been placed on a team.
• MANDATORY for all "league age" 12-year-olds to play in Majors (unless determined otherwise by the Board of Directors).
  
• Teams are formed by a draft.
• Players continue learning fundamentals. 
• Positions and Baseball IQ are emphasized!
• This division is a stepping stone to help prepare players who will be advancing to the Junior Division. 
• Field size and base distance are bigger (50' pitching mound and 70' bases).
• Travel to games will be expected.  Our District Admin creates the game schedule for this division, involving all leagues within District-5.
• 50/70 is the ONLY division that allows players to be enrolled in 2 divisions at the same time.
• Practices and games are on Fridays and Sundays ONLY, to ensure there are no schedule conflicts if a player is enrolled in another division (please check with league officials to verify each year).
• Registration fees will be discounted if your player is enrolled in two divisions during spring (please reach out to our Board of Directors for info). 
• Regular registration fees apply, if your player is ONLY enrolled in the 50/70 Division during spring.
• An official Scorebook & Pitch Count must be kept.  Little League does not allow "Game Changer" to be used as an official way to keep score.
• Players may be eligible for All-Stars.  
• Little League Rule Book and CHLL Major Supplemental Rules apply (see rules page).