Purpose:
Designed primarily for ballplayers ages 7-8, this division makes use of a pitching machine to allow for more hittable balls at the plate and more action in the field.
Fear of actually being hit by a pitched ball is diminished. It makes the game safer and improves the playing confidence and ability of all participants.
Age:
- Any 6 year old that is evaluated as being beyond tee ball
- All 7 year olds
- All 8 year olds with the exception of those that evaluate up to Minors
Season Structure:
- Two Practices per week beginning in March (TBD) and go through Opening Day. One practice M-F and every Saturday.
- Two Games per week beginning TBD and go through TBD. One game M-F and one on Saturday each week.
Pitching:
The first half of the season game are played entirely using the spring
lever pitching machine.
The addition of kid pitch is considered at the season mid-point.
http://blueflamepitchingmachine.com/louisville-slugger-pitching-machine/
Game length:
- 1 hour 30 minutes, unlimited innings within that time
- Games start promptly at 6pm on weekdays, Saturday game times vary