As a continuation of the policy we implemented in 2011, for the 2013 season all teams in the Minors and Majors programs will be re-drafted. Therefore all kids ages 9 through 12 who intend to play in these divisions will be required to attend player assessment session(s). These assessment sessions enable coaches and the league to make player assignments that create division parity and team balance. Visit the Policies page for the details about the Player Selection process for all levels.

League Age - Baseball: Anytime the league mentions your child's age, we are referring to his/her "league age" which means the age s/he will be on April 30, 2013. For example, if you child is currently 8 but will turn 9 on March 11th - your child is considered a "league age" 9 year-old. The exception is TBall, which is the age your child will be on August 31.

League Age - Girls Fast Pitch Softball: Anytime the league mentions your child's age, we are referring to his/here "league age" which means the age s/he will be on January 1, 2013.

Tee Ball Division: Ages 5-6

This division is intended for any child who will attain the age of 5 or 6 yrs old on or before August 31 of the current season. This division is primarily kids who are just starting to play organized baseball. This division is also for 7 yr olds who are not ready to move to the "Coach Pitch" level. No 4 year olds are allowed.

Girls playing at this level can select a preference to be placed on an "all girls team" that will play within NCLL's T-Ball Division.

For more information about NCLL Tee Ball Program, CLICK HERE

78'ers Division: Ages 7-8

This division is intended for any child who will attain the age of 7 or 8 yrs old on or before 4/30 of the current season who have successfully demonstrated all of the TB skills. A safety ball will be used at this level since this will be the first-time children will be pitched to versus hitting off of a tee. Small pitching machines are used at this level. he division is generally split into teams of 7 year olds and teams of 8 year olds. 6 yrs old may be considered but must have played 1 yr of TB, be approved by the Player Agent and their previous coach.

Girls playing at this level can select a preference to be placed on an "all girls team" that will play within NCLL's 78'ers Division or can choose to join our newly formed Softball 78'ers which is the first step in NCLL's Girls Fast-Pitch Softball track.

For more information about NCLL 78'ers Program, CLICK HERE

89'ers Division: Age 8 and 9

This division is intended for any child who will attain the age of 8 or 9 yrs old on or before 4/30 of the current season who have successfully demonstrated all of the 78'ers skills. At the 89'ers level, all games will be a combination of coach-pitch and player pitch with a Little League® approved hardball . The 89'ers level is where the players should begin to understand "WHY" they are making certain plays. All players must have played at least 1 yr at the 78'ers level (previosuly Coach Pitch) to be eligible for 89'ers. 8 year olds must be approved by the Player Agent and previous coach.

For more information about NCLL 89'ers Program, CLICK HERE

Minors Division: Ages 10-11

Any child who will attain the age of 10 or 11 yrs old on or before 4/30 of the current season shall be eligible to play Minors. All players ages 10-11 must attend a player assessment session and will be evaluated for the re-draft of the teams at this level. Unless selected to play Majors division, all 11 yr olds will be selected to play at the Minors division.

9 year olds must have played in one year at the 89'ers Division and be approved by the Player Agent to attend the tryout.

The primary objective at the Minors division is the same as the previous levels with emphasis on preparing players for advancement to the Majors division. The Minors division is both instructional and competitive with more emphasis on instructional than competition during the regular season.

For more information about NCLL Minors Program, CLICK HERE

Majors Division: Ages 11-12

Any child who will attain the age of 11 or 12 yrs old on or before 4/30 of the current season shall be eligible to play in the Majors Division. All eligible players must attend a player assessment session and will be evaluated for the re-draft of teams at this level. All 12 yr olds will be selected to play at the Majors division unless a safety issue exists determined by the Player Agent.

The Majors division is both instructional and competitive with admittedly more emphasis on the competitive aspects of the game than at the Minors division. Managers focus on fielding a competitive team while also providing the players with a fun learning experience. Players should focus on refining their baseball skills with a strong emphasis on consistency. Often the difference between an average player and a good player is the ability to consistently execute the required skills.

For more information about NCLL Majors Program, CLICK HERE

Have questions? E-mail the league at info.ncll@gmail.com for an expedient response.

Birth certificates are required for every player to verify birthdates in the registration system. If you have not already done so last year, please submit your player(s) birth certificate electronically to ncllregistrar@gmail.com, or bring it to the player assessment in February. We encourage you to black out all information except the name and birthdate before submitting the certificate.

Player Agents: The league's Player Agent is the person dedicated to serving the interest of the players and assisting in the resolution of any issues that are player related. They are also the people who help make determinations about the appropriate placement of our kids. Please contact the Player Agent for your division if you have any concerns about your player's situation.

2013 NCLL Player Agents

Tee Ball, 78'ers Baseball (5-8 year olds): Jennifer Paris 206.789-6975 ; parismoe@comcast.net
89'ers, Minors, Majors Baseball (9-12 year olds): John Mullin; jsmullin@gmail.com

Juniors, Seniors, Big League Baseball (13-18 year olds): John Bolivar; cleopatrajb@gmail.com

Girl's Softball Fast Pitch (8-12 year olds) Josh Pearson; joshua.pearson@seattle.gov