What is Tee Ball?
Tee Ball is a non-competitive program focused on fun, fitness, and fundamentals where players ages 4–6 are first introduced to the basics baseball and softball. Little League® International strives to provide a Tee Ball experience focused on teaching the fundamentals of the game in a fun environment while incorporating a high level of physical activity.

Is your child new to softball?
No worries! Every level of play focuses on the fundamentals of softball. Coaches work to bring new and returning players together so that every player has a positive experience.

What to expect:
Players can expect to participate in two Tee Ball related activities per week, one game and one practice, lasting approximately 45 - 60 minutes. During the fall season teams will play 3 games in September and 3 games in October to give the players an opportunity to play, learn, and grow. Games will be on Saturdays. Practices will vary depending on the coaches schedule.

What does you player need to play?
Tee Ball Players should have a Glove, fielder's mask, appropriate athletic pants or shorts and shoes (cleats are not required). Teams will provide bats, helmets, balls, and tees. Players will receive an East Longmeadow Softball Tee Ball t-shirt with a number and a hat. Parents can purchase a bat and/or helmet if they would prefer their child have their own.

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What is 14U?
14U continues to build on the fundamentals of softball in a fun environment while incorporating a high level of physical activity. This level of game play prepares players for higher level, high school softball.

Is your child new to softball?
No worries! Every level of play focuses on the fundamentals of softball. Coaches work to bring new and returning players together so that every player has a positive experience.

What to expect?
Players can expect to participate in 3-4 14U related activities per week, 1-2 games and 1-2 practices, lasting approximately 90 - 120 minutes. During the fall season teams will play 12 games over the course of 8 weeks in September and October. Games will be either Saturday and/or Sunday. Practices will vary depending on the coaches schedule.

What does your player need?
14U Players should have the following items: Softball Glove, Fielder's Mask, Cleats. Teams will provide bats, helmets, and balls. Every player will receive a full uniform to include a jersey, pants, and socks. Parents can purchase a bat and/or helmet if they would prefer their child have their own.