MAJORS
Who is it for? This is the premier Division for Little League. The core age for this division is 11 & 12 years old. The age range is to accommodate those that have significant baseball instruction and are ready for 11/12 year old play, as well as players needing additional instruction on baseball’s complexities before playing full baseball. Come watch some great baseball! In this Division, there is a greater emphasis on team play, which includes teams working together to win games. By the time a player is eligible for 11/12's, he or she generally has played a few seasons of baseball and is very familiar with the way the game is played. For spring baseball, player assessments are conducted and teams are formed by a draft selection process.
What Skills are Taught? Stamina and concentration are important. Longer accurate throws are expected and full attention is required. Players learn to react quickly, throw properly and accurately on the run and make consistent, hard throws to any base or the plate. Pitching is more sophisticated as pitchers develop more arm strength and improved form.
How is the Game Played? All players bat in the lineup the whole game. Coaches will play the kids in more than one position, but look for overall balance on the team and develop players accordingly. Everyone sits the bench from time to time but always hit in the lineup.
Games are held at Marysville Municipal Park.
Parent support is needed for umpiring, field preparation, post game field maintenance, as well as basic statistics during the game. Detailed field maintenance instructions are listed under the Fields tab. Training and support is offered to any parent interested in umpiring.
League standings are kept to determine a regular season champion and a season ending double elimination tournament is conducted to determine the Division Tournament Champion. In addition, there are 11/12 year old All Star Teams which participate in the Michigan District 7 All Star Tournament. This team typically plays well into July.
Players are responsible to bring their own gloves and shoes. Athletic cleats are not mandatory, but highly recommended. Athletic cups are highly recommended for all players and are required for everyone playing catcher.