Colonie Little League is divided into divisions based on your child's age. However, when necessary, your child's ability is also taken into account. Please contact the Colonie Little League Players Agent if you have questions about the appropriate division for your child.
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Tee Ball | Age 4-5 | Kids who turn 4 during
May, June or July are eligible. |
Players will learn the fundamentals of hitting, fielding and teamwork.
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| Junior Pee Wee | Age 6-7 | Age 5 or 8 possible,
based on ability |
Players will learn to hit a coach pitched baseball and learn to make defensive outs on the bases.
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| Pee Wee | Age 8-9 | Age 7 possible,
based on ability |
Players will learn the fundamentals of pitching, hitting a ball pitched by a peer, and begin learning more of the essential rules of baseball.
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| International | Age 9-11 | |
Players will expand their knowledge of baseball and apply their skills to fielding situations while hitting exclusively off other players and begin to steal bases.
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| Majors | Age 10-12 | Eligibility based on
Majors Try Out |
The field expands to 70 ft base path and 50 ft pitching mound. This provides players with a transition between previously used Little League field size and the Junior/Senior field size seen in High School baseball. Leading can now occur and the drop third strike rule now applies.
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| Challengers | Age 5-18 | Requests can be made for individuals older than 18. |
Children with disabilities that keep them from participating in other Little League Programs with have the opportunity to participate in baseball activities. Buddies help support kids on the field.
More information about Colonie Little League Challenger's Program is available here.
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*** Looking for more baseball? A competition level of play is available through our Travel and All Stars Programs. ***