When does it start?
The Fall Ball season usually runs from early Sept through mid-October. Game schedules will not be made until after the close of registration and coordinated via District 1.

When and where are games played?
Games usually start at 5 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Saturday and Sunday times vary.

Who can play Fall Ball?
All divisions are available for game play in the Fall other than T-Ball and Rookies. Given player registration it is possible player(s) are moved into a division accordingly to fill team roster(s)

Is Fall Ball a good time for kids who have never played baseball?
No. Fall Ball is an extension of the spring season. In essence it's more games for the kids who love the game and want to “play up”. Teams practice and there is development however players will be experienced. We encourage kids new to baseball or softball to sign up for the spring season.

What Divisions of play are offered for Fall Ball?
Seniors/Juniors (baseball)
-- 13-15 years old players

Intermediates (baseball)
-- 11-13 years old players

Majors (baseball)
-- 10-12 years old players

Minors (baseball)
-- 9-11 years old players

89ers (baseball)
-- 7-9 years old players

Farm (baseball)
-- 6-8 years old (co-ed)

Rookies/89ers Softball (girls)
-- 6-8 years old

Minors/Majors Softball (girls) 
–- 9-12 years old

Juniors Softball (girls) 
–- 13- 15 years old

Are there buddy requests? Can they play with my friends?

Yes…kinda. We will do our best to honor (1) friend requests**. Be sure to list names of specific friend(s) you would like to play with. There are typically 1 to 2 teams representing PLL in Fall Ball.

How many games are played?
Fall ball teams will play approximately 12 games (2 per week) during the week with weekend games.

Who do I contact with questions?
Fall Ball Coordinator - [email protected]

Fall Ball is a fun season of play for kids who love the game and want to experience play in a higher division than what was
participated in Spring and compete against other teams throughout District 1. It is competitive play with teams, rules, and schedule coordinated by District 1, yet no standings are kept nor is there a playoff at the end of season. The main purpose is for player (and Coach) development as we wrap the year up and look ahead to the next year!

Playing Rules

Defined by District 1, see the Rules published on their website for play in all Fall divisions including game scoring and pitching limitations.

Eligible Players

Players must be registered with PLL in the division they prefer in order to participate in Fall Ball. This is a separate registration from Spring or Summer seasons. In addition to paying for the season, such players will have a concussion document on file and will have signed the necessary medical release forms. No exceptions. All games are performed with a continuous batting order and it is expected that players will rotate among positions since this is expected to be a development season. Depending on roster sizes, it is expected that players may sit on the bench for a maximum of two innings per game. No player can sit two innings until all have sat one inning.

Umpires

These are Interleague games so it is expected that all teams should be prepared to supply umpires for their HOME games. The home team supplies the plate umpire and at discretion the visiting team could supply a field umpire. If an umpire is not available, the managers and coaches are responsible for officiating the game. Swapping assignments (plate vs. field) is permitted but must be mutually agreed upon by both managers.

When questionable calls arise, please gather with the other manager in the field and quietly come to consensus. We are not keeping standings for Fall Ball so keep it fun for the kids!

Scorebooks

There is no need to keep official scorebooks for Fall Ball. We will leave this to coach/team discretion. Depending on the appropriateness of play, pitch counts are expected to be reported to District 1 for eligibility tracking purposes.

Player Pool

Depending on the level of participation and the number of teams in the division, player pooling may be allowed (and encouraged) in order to meet roster requirements so that games may continue. Please note: pooled players are not able to pitch for guest team.

Games and Practices

Game schedule is coordinated among other Leagues in
District 1 and you can expect games on weeknights and/or
weekends. Given this is a development season, practices are
expected and the frequency will be determined by the team’s
Manager.

Travel

Given the game schedule is coordinated by District 1, you can
expect travel to away games and other league fields within
District 1. Typically each team has a home/away game
schedule with home games at Lynndale and/or local high
school fields depending on the division of play.

Field Maintenance

Home teams are responsible for field maintenance (pregame
prep and postgame cleanup). After the last game of the day
or night, finish securing the field with the managers, coaches,
and volunteers.

Weather

Rainouts and/or Fire smoke cancellations if needing a a
reschedule are coordinated thru District 1. It is always good
to communicate with the other team managers when necessary
given the travel involved with Interleague games.

Injuries

Follow the same player injury procedures as in the regular
season. If a player injury occurs please email your league
safety manager within 24 hours.

Sportsmanship

Managers and coaches are expected to exercise good
sportsmanship, manage with the care and development of kids
foremost in mind, and to comply with the rules put forth by District 1
for game play. Failure to do so will be documented and reported to
your little league board. Incidents will affect your invitation to future
team participation within your league.