PLAYER ELIGIBILITY
League age 13 through 16 years old
SEASON
The season typically starts in early April and runs through mid June.
GAMES
Each team plays 15 to 18 games per season, depending on the number of teams. We usually play one game during the week and one game on Saturday. There will be at least one Saturday where your team will play a double header. Games played during the week start at 7:00 PM or at 7:30 PM. Games played on Saturday will be scheduled at times ranging from 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM.
There are no games on Sunday unless there is a makeup game that can’t be absorbed during the week.
Game length is typically 2 hours and can go no longer than two and a half hours, and consists of 7 innings.
All games are played at the complex unless an inter-league game is schedule at the opponent’s field.
PRACTICE
Practice occurs once or twice per week during the season. During the season practice schedules vary from team to team based on the requirements of the manager.
UNIFORMS
PALL provides a jersey and cap. Parents must provide socks, pants, belt, cup and baseball cleats.
PLAYING EQUIPMENT
Parents must provide glove and USA bat.
TEAM
Teams usually consist of 12–13 players, a volunteer manager, two volunteer coaches, a volunteer team parent, field preparation coordinator and a volunteer scorekeeper.
Teams are selected via a draft in early March.
Teams are created new each year.
PHILOSOPHY
To have fun learning the basic fundamentals and game strategy of baseball.
VOLUNTEER WORK/FUND RAISING
PALL is an all-volunteer organization. We need everyone’s help! Parents are expected to serve one shift of concession stand duty during the season.
13-16 YEAR OLD SENIOR LEAGUE - FAQ'S
Q: Do you keep score and are there umpires?
A: Yes. Every manager maintains a scorebook. League standings are kept to determine a regular season winner and to determine playoff games. There is a homeplate and field umpire.
Q: What size field do they play on and where is the field?
A: All games are played on a regulation Senior League field with a grass infield and grass outfield. Bases are 90’ apart and the pitchers mound is 60’–6” from home plate.
Q: Can I have my child play on a team with their friends?
A: Not unless they are drafted on to that team. In this age group, players are assigned to a team through a draft process.
Q: Can I manage or coach a team?
A: Yes, if positions are available. Prospective managers must complete an application. If you would to serve a coach please note that on your child’s spring registration form. All managers and coaches must be approved by the Princess Anne Little League Board of Directors.
Q: How much will my child get to play?
A: To be fair to all players, our rules require that each child play in at least half of each game and start at least half of the games.
Q: What are the volunteer requirements?
A: PALL is an all-volunteer organization so there are many ways to volunteer. Help is always needed with registration, team parenting, assisting with picture and opening day activities, helping with post-season tournaments, and working in the concession stand to name just a few of the many ways to help support PALL.
Q: My son already plays school ball. Why should he play at PALL?
A: Quite simply, the more they play, the better they will get, and the more fun they will have on the softball field. At Princess Anne, we start a month earlier than school ball, giving the boys more practice time. PALL also affords the opportunity to try different positions, play with their friends and make new friends. Finally, PALL schedules attempt to accommodate other activities the boys may be involved in, and of course, school work
Q: My son might make his middle/high school team. If he does can he still play at PALL? What if he makes the middle school team and I don’t want him to play on two teams. Can I get a refund from PALL?
A: Yes, he can still play at PALL. We give refunds up until the first game is played. Once the season starts, we don’t give refunds.
Q: My son is a pitcher/catcher on his middle/high school team. I don’t want him pitching at school and then pitching at PALL and possibly injuring his arm. How can I be assured that he won’t be overused and worn out?
A: Talk with the managers of BOTH teams and make sure they are aware of this situation. Express your concern and make sure, regardless of the situation in any game, that neither team overuses your son as either a pitcher or catcher.