Where can my child play Little League?
Please use the Little League Finder to determine if your home or school address is within SVLL boundaries.
What division should my child play in the 2023 Spring Little League season? (It is possible to play in both Little League Division and Intermediate Division.)
Please see the 2023 spring registration flyer-2.pdf
What is my child’s league age?
Your child's actual age and league age may be different. Your child’s league age can be found on the https://www.littleleague.org/downloads/2023-baseball-age-chart/ . [Match month (top line) and box with year of birth. League age indicated at right.] Player's league age determines which division they are eligible to play in.
Can I use a passport to prove age?
No, only an original birth certificate will be accepted.
What do I need to bring to Prove Residency?
Residence shall be established and supported by documents containing the full residence (player must live at this address) which includes parent(s) or guardian(s) name, street address, city, state and zip code information, dated or in force between February 1, 2022 (previous year) and February 1, 2023 (current year), from one or more documents from EACH of the three Groups outlined below:
Note: Relatives who live in boundary do not qualify players. A school issued report card or performance record will no longer be accepted to establish school attendance. Documents MUST list address, date, and some may need parent or guardian signatures.
Group I
1. Driver's License
2. School records
3. Vehicle records (i.e., registration, lease, etc.)
4. Employment records
5. Insurance documents
Group II
1. Welfare/child care records
2. Federal records (i.e., Federal Tax, Social Security, etc.)
3. State records
4. Local (municipal) records
5. Support payment records
6. Homeowner or tenant records
7. Military records
Group III
1. Voter's Registration
2. Utility bills (i.e., gas, electric, water/sewer, phone, mobile phone, heating, waste disposal)
3. Financial records (loan, credit, investments, etc.)
4. Medical records
5. Internet, cable, or satellite records
If my child attends a school in the SVLL boundary can he/she play at SVLL?
Yes your child will be playing on a school waiver (school is within SVLL boundaries). You must bring this School Enrollment form signed by the school administration proving enrollment prior to October 1st. Only complete paperwork will be accepted during the registration dates.If my child does not live or attend a school in the SVLL boundary can he/she play at SVLL?
For the Spring Little League season, your child will be considered after submitting a notarized waiver signed by your home league president and a reason letter. The request will be reviewed by both the SVLL President and District 42 Administrator. Approval is not guaranteed and may be denied by home league, SVLL or district administrator. Players will not be eligible for post season teams. For Fall Ball, your child can play at SVLL without approved waivers.
Can I make friend requests or ask for a specific Manager or Coach?Sweetwater Valley Little League does not accept friend or manager requests during the Spring season.
What do I do if I am interested in coaching or managing a team this coming season?
The registration process provides the opportunity to express your volunteer interest. Prior to the start of the season there will also be a “Call For Managers” email sent out to the membership requesting you send an email to [email protected] with a completed manager questionnaire application and volunteer application that can be found on the league website under the FORMS tab. To be considered both forms must be completed and returned prior to the deadline.
My schedule does not allow me to manage a team though I would like to help coach or serve as a team parent. What do I need to do?Fill out the 2023 Manager's Questionnaire found under the FORMS & DOCUMENTS tab and submit by email to [email protected]. All volunteers are required to fill out a volunteer application for the safety of the kids playing at SVLL. An application must be done on a yearly basis. Submit your application by email to the SVLL Safety Officer Dennis Woods [email protected] or bring to one of the registration verification days. By mid-February, the manager of your child's team should contact you. You can also speak to your manager about your interest in coaching, team parent, or helping in another capacity.
For the divisions utilizing the draft process (all Minor, Little League, Intermediate, Junior, and Senior Divisions), what is expected at player assessments?Players will be evaluated on hitting, throwing/catching, fielding, and running. Players who registered on time will be placed on a team pending sufficient registrants and managers to create the team.
When are practices held?
Practice days and times are scheduled by the Division Director and are based on field/batting cage availability. We do not assign team practice times or finalize our game schedules until after teams are formed.
When are games held?
In the Spring season, T-ball through Majors divisions have one game on Saturday and one weekday game. Intermediate, Junior and Senior Divisions will participate in inter-league play and information will be posted as it becomes available.
How long is the Spring season?
Practices begin by mid-February. Regular season games begin on March 4, 2023 and run until the end of May. Those divisions that participate in post-season play-offs will have the opportunity to play through mid-June depending on how far the team advances.
What is Fall Ball?
Fall Ball is intended to be an instructional season for player’s league age 4-13. This a great opportunity to work on baseball skills and/or try out a higher division to help prepare for the next level in the Spring. Teams typically practice once a week (at manager’s discretion) and games on Sunday. SVLL allows for friend/manager requests during the Fall Ball season only. During the Fall season we do our best to accommodate requests however, given the number of requests we receive, requests are not guaranteed.
How long is the Fall Ball Season?
The SVLL Fall Ball Little League season will begin by mid-August and runs through October. The season is approximately 8 games. T-ball through Majors divisions typically have one game on Sunday.
Where are the rules for Sweetwater Valley Little League?
Sweetwater Valley Little League has local rules in addition to following the Little League Official Regulations, Playing Rules, and Policies. ("The Green Book")
Why is Pitch Count important and how is it calculated?
The answer is simple – to protect young arms. Player safety is paramount, and we’re proud of the regulations we’ve put in place. The healthier Little Leaguers® are, the more games they’ll play, which results in them having more fun with their friends. Pitch count rules differ for several divisions. Please visit Regular Season Pitching Rules for more information, and be sure to alert your team’s manager if your child pitches in youth baseball programs other that Little League. (cited from littleleague.org)
What bat can my child use for Little League?
Please use the following link to littleleague.org for further information on the Little League approved bats. http://www.littleleague.org/learn/equipment/baseballbatinfo/batrules.htm
*Starting January 1, 2018, the new USA Baseball Bat Standard was implemented. Little League-approved baseball bats that were approved for use for the 2017 season are no longer be acceptable for use in any Little League game or activity. All bats used for practice and games must have the USA bat stamp.
What type of equipment will my player need?
All SVLL players will be provided with a uniform (jersey and hat) as part of your registration fees. Other equipment that is needed is baseball cleats, little league approved bat, glove, athletic protective cup, baseball pants and belt. Your team manager will let you know what color pants and belt to purchase.
What is the refund policy?
Any refund request must be submitted via email to [email protected]. The request will generally be honored based on the following schedule.
Date the notice of withdraw is received Amount of Refund
Prior to team assignment (Before draft date) 50% of registration fee
After team assignment (On or after draft date) No Refund
* For T-Ball, team assignment is when Player Agents place your child on a roster.
If you read all the above information and still have registration, verification or player questions please email [email protected].
For questions regarding field rentals, snack bar, sponsorship, and general league questions please email [email protected].