Tee Ball builds upon the fundamentals introduced in Buddy Ball and prepares players for the next level of play in the Rookie Division. This division focuses on learning basic baseball skills such as hitting from a tee, throwing, catching, running bases, and understanding simple game flow. The emphasis remains on fun, confidence, and development in a supportive team environment.
Tee Ball introduces more structure than Buddy Ball while still keeping the game exciting, instructional, and age-appropriate. Players begin to learn positions, simple rules, and teamwork as they continue their baseball journey.
Player Ages
The Tee Ball Division is open to players that are League Age 4–6. Your child must turn 4, 5, or 6 years of age between September 1st 2026 and August 31st 2027 to qualify.
Please click here to determine your player’s league age.
Season
Spring 2026 – Teams will be formed in late February with practices beginning in early March. Games will begin on Saturday, March 21st and run through the end of May.
Fall 2026 – Teams will be formed on August 16th with practices starting the week of August 18th. Games will begin on Saturday, September 6th and run through Saturday, November 1st.
Games
Each team will be scheduled at least 8 games per season
Games last approximately 1 hour
All games are typically scheduled on Saturdays
Practice
Spring 2026 – Practices will begin in early March. Prior to Opening Day (March 21st), each team will generally have around 2 practices. Practices typically last 1–1.5 hours and are held during the week, usually starting at 6:00 PM. After Opening Day, teams will usually practice once per week.
Fall 2026 – Practices will begin the week of August 18th, with approximately one practice per week through the end of October.
Field Size
The T-Ball Division is played on a shortened field with bases placed approximately 50 feet apart.
Uniforms
Central Chesterfield Little League provides a jersey and cap. Players may wear their own baseball pants, shorts, and athletic shoes. Cleats are optional but recommended. Official baseball pants are encouraged but not required.
Playing Equipment
Players should bring a fielding glove. Bats and helmets may be provided by the league, but players are welcome to use their own approved equipment.
Team
Teams typically consist of 8–10 players, a volunteer manager, two volunteer coaches, and a volunteer team parent.
T-Ball FAQs
Q: Do you keep score and are there umpires?
A: No scores are officially kept. Games are instructional in nature and are umpired by volunteer coaches and managers to help teach rules and proper game flow.
Q: Can I request my child play on a team with their friends?
A: Yes. We will make every effort to accommodate requests at this level. Please contact our Player Agent at [email protected] with your player, friend, or coach request as soon as possible after registering.
Q: Can my child play up or down a division?
A: Player placement is based on league age, experience, and development. Requests to play up or down should be directed to the Player Agent. Placement requests are not guaranteed and final decisions are made by the Player Agent and President.
Q: Will my child get equal playing time?
A: Yes. All players bat the entire lineup and are rotated through fielding positions to ensure equal participation and development.
Q: Is my child eligible for an All-Star or Tournament Team at this level?
A: No, there are no Tournament or All-Star teams at the T-Ball level.
Q: Can I manage or coach a team?
A: Absolutely! Prospective managers and coaches must register as a volunteer and be approved by Central Chesterfield Little League’s Board of Directors.