Tee Ball - Little League Baseball
Tee Ball is a non-competitive program focused on fun, fitness, and fundamentals where players ages 4–7 are first introduced to the basics baseball and softball. Little League® International strives to provide a Tee Ball experience focused on teaching the fundamentals of the game in a fun environment while incorporating a high level of physical activity.
WHAT TO EXPECT AS A PARENT
GAMES AND PRACTICES
AZALEA Little League recommends that leagues hold two Tee Ball Activities (games or practices) per week. Each activity should last between 45 minutes and 1 hour and 15 minutes. Parents are strongly encouraged to stay at the field during Tee Ball activities. Azalea Little League provides each manager/coach with a curriculum of activities focused on fun, fitness, and fundamentals that can be implemented during practices and games.
EQUIPMENT
Azalea Little League will provide each Tee Ball team with the equipment necessary for games and practices. Equipment that will be provided to each team includes hitting tee, helmets, balls, and catcher’s equipment. Additionally, each player will provided with a uniform T-Shirt and hat. Items that typically need to be purchased by the parent include a bat, baseball glove, baseball/softball pants, and cleats. Azalea accepts donated equipment to assist families in need. The Equipment Manager will be able to assist.
As of January 1, 2018, all Tee Ball bats in the Little League Baseball® Tee Ball program must feature the USA Baseball mark and accompanying text. Under the USABat standard, certified Tee Ball bats (26″ and shorter) will feature the USA Baseball mark and text which reads ONLY FOR USE WITH APPROVE TEE BALLS.
Additional information is available
at LittleLeague.org/batinfo.
VOLUNTEERING
Volunteers are the backbone of every successful Little League program. Your community’s Little League program will have a wide range of volunteer opportunities available. Some common opportunities include coaching, concessions, fundraising, etc. Additionally, there are always a number of opportunities to volunteer on a one time basis such as a field work day, opening ceremonies, a fundraising event, etc. Little League encourages all parents to get involved and be an active part of your community’s Little League program.