Rookies Division
At the Rookies level, 7–8 year-olds focus on the fundamentals of throwing, catching and hitting a moving ball, while gaining an understanding of rules, base running and how to get outs. Coaches are allowed on the field during games, providing instruction before and after plays. A pitching machine, using regulation Little League baseballs, provides consistency for batters. No scores are kept during regular season games. While the competitive aspects of the sport are clearly secondary at this level, teams do compete in an end-of-season tournament to crown a division champion. Teams are formed by the Rookie Commissioner with assistance from the Rookies managers and the league’s Player Agent.
Rookies Team Schedules
Explore Player Divisions
Learn about NLLN's different divisions and how players are rostered to teams
Fall Ball
Fall Ball is a low-stress and fun-filled way to "keep the rust off" between seasons. It's also great for building skills and introducing the game to newcomers.
Spring Little League
The purpose of the league is to give young girls & boys ages 5 – 13 an opportunity to learn to play baseball in a fun, local environment.
Paid Umpires Program
NLLN provides a unique opportunity for league age 12s and older to learn and master the art of umpiring while earning good money!
The Breaking Ball Blog
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