Age is determined by the child's age as of April 30th of the current year. Registration fee is $75.00.
T-Ball (Ages 4-6) - Contact the T-Ball Commissioner
Children hit the ball off of a batting tee. They learn the rules of the game, and basic motors skills. They also learn the basics of participating in a team sport. The focus is fun.
AA (Ages 7-8) - Contact the AA Commissioner
Players hit the ball from a pitching machine. Emphasis is placed upon proper throwing and hitting mechanics, as well as defense/fielding. Conditioning is introduced. The focus is skill development.
AAA (Ages 9-10) - Contact the AAA Commissioner
Player-pitch. Players learn 4-seam grip and proper throwing motion. Hand-eye coordination and fielding fundamentals are gained through repetition. Contact hitting is established. Conditioning is elevated. The focus is muscle-memory and comradery through competition.
Majors (Ages 11-12) - Contact the Majors Commissioner
Pitchers learn variations of 3 basic pitches. Arm strength, command and control are introduced. Bat speed is developed. Conditioning is a staple. Introduction to advanced baseball topics. The focus is mental toughness.
Prep/Senior (Ages 13-16) - Coming Spring 2012
Situational studies and experience are the cornerstones. Conditioning and advanced baseball topics are continued. Defense, pitching and hitting for power is cultivated. The focus is baseball IQ.
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