Tee-Ball (4 – 5 year olds) – Spring Only

For generations of Little Leaguers, their first steps between the lines came in Tee Ball. The same is true of the parents and volunteers who too are new to the Little League program. The Little League Tee Ball curriculum focuses on providing a fast-paced, fun and athletic experience while teaching the fundamentals of the game.

All players are provided with a team shirt and hat. 

Spring - There will be two practices and/or games per week.  All activities are at either Davidsonville Elementary School or the Davidsonville Family Recreation Center.  Tee Ball is played on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm starting in late March/early April and running through early June.

Coach-Pitch (5 - 6 year olds) – Spring and Fall

The Little League Coach Pitch program works to build on the foundational skills learned in Tee Ball. Providing a fast-paced, fun, and athletic experience while teaching the fundamentals of the game will always be the priority. Within the Coach Pitch curriculum, however, we will begin to teach our athletes how to hit a ball in-flight, while incorporating “outs” on the base path midway through the season.

All players are provided with a team shirt and hat. 

Spring - There will be two practices and/or games per week.  All activities are at either Davidsonville Elementary School or the Davidsonville Family Recreation Center. All games will be played “in-house” against other SMLL teams. Coach Pitch is played on Monday and Wednesday evenings, from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm starting in late March/early April and running through early June.

Fall – There will be one weeknight practice along with one game each Sunday. These games are usually played against other leagues within the county (i.e. Crofton, SRYA, GORC, etc.).

Machine Pitch (7 – 8 year olds) – Spring and Fall

In Machine Pitch, our ball players will be introduced to more advanced baseball concepts. It is here where we begin to layer in the various defensive positions, while teaching them the proper mechanics to fielding those positions; outfield, infield, and even catching. The introduction of proper base running techniques will also be emphasized at this level. We will make use of a pitching machine rather than a 'coach' or 'player' pitching. Currently, we use spring loaded machines.

Ultimately, our goal at this level is to create an experience that closely resembles MLB rules, but with slight modifications that allow them to develop their skills safely and enjoyably in an environment that is in line with their current level of experience.

All players are provided with a team shirt and hat. 

Spring - There will be two practices per week until games begin: one on a weeknight and one on Saturday.  Games will be held twice a week, one on a weeknight and one on a Saturday. The season will culminate with a round of playoffs to decide the Machine Pitch division champions – another fun addition to this age group. All activities are at Riverwood Park.

Fall – There will be one weeknight practice along with one game each Sunday. These games are usually played against other leagues within the county (i.e. Crofton, SRYA, GORC, etc.). Also to note, this division is played as coach pitch in the fall because not all leagues/opponents have machines.

Minors Baseball (9 – 10 year olds) – Spring and Fall

In the Minors Division, our athletes will now transition to kid pitch. Because the players are now pitching, a greater emphasis will begin to be placed on the development of catchers, base running, and discipline at the plate in judging balls vs. strikes. Players will continue to learn more about the game including some advanced hitting, throwing, and fielding skills, while also incorporating new defensive strategies of the game.

We will maintain a goal at this level in creating an experience that closely resembles MLB rules, but with slight modifications that allow players to develop their skills safely and enjoyably in an environment that is in line with their current level of experience.

All players are provided with a team shirt and hat. 

Spring - The season typically runs from mid-March through end of school in June and culminates with the South Maryland Little League Playoffs in June, for which all teams qualify. There will be two to three practices per week until games begin, when we shift to one practice and two games per week.  One game each week will be held on either Tuesday or Thursday evening and the other game will be held on Saturday.

Also, new at this level, is the introduction to the Little League All-Star experience. At the conclusion of the season, 12 players will be selected as All-Stars to represent South Maryland Little League in the Maryland District 4 tournament. The winner of that, will advance to the Maryland state tournament. 

Fall – There will be one weeknight practice along with one game each Sunday. These games are usually played against other leagues within the county (i.e. Crofton, SRYA, GORC, etc.).

Intermediate Baseball (11 – 12 year olds) – Spring and Fall

This is a more competitive league, with emphasis on development as well as competitiveness.  Majors is generally governed by 'Major League' rules and incorporates most of the rules and thus true baseball. In this division, players will transition to 50/70 baseball.   

This is the Little League Division that competes for a chance to participate in the Little League World Series in Williamsport, PA as covered world-wide on ESPN.

All players are provided with a team shirt and hat. 

Spring - The season typically runs from mid-March through end of school in June and culminates with the South Maryland Little League Playoffs in June, for which all teams qualify. All activities are held at Bottner Field or Davidsonville Park. There will be two to three practices per week until games begin when we shift to one practice and two games per week.  One game each week will be held on either Monday or Wednesday evening and the other game will be held on Saturday.

Fall – There will be one weeknight practice along with one game each Sunday. These games are usually played against other leagues within the county (i.e. Crofton, SRYA, GORC, etc.).

Juniors Baseball (13 – 15 year olds) - Not a Little League division – Spring and Fall

This is competitive league that will participate in the local recreational league in the AA County Co-Operative. Juniors is generally governed by 'Major League' rules and incorporates most of the rules of Major League baseball, playing on Major League regulation diamonds with 90’ bases. 

Due to the decreased number of players (and coaches) at this level, fielding teams that can incorporate all players may not be possible.  SMLL remains committed to having a place for every player, but please anticipate that roster limits may need to be imposed.  Information about teams and roster sizes will be communicated throughout February to the REGISTERED members of this division.  Any 13-year-old player that is reassigned to the Majors division after assessments will be refunded the difference in registration fees. 

Fees for Juniors Baseball are significantly higher than Little League age 12 and under due to registration fees and umpire fees that do not exist in Little League, couple with the increased number of games.

All players are provided with a team shirt and hat. 

Spring - This division will play a typical recreational schedule of 14 to 16 games.  This division permits 13- to 15-year-olds to participate, as the local recreational leagues are 13–15-year-old leagues. The season typically runs from mid-March through mid-June.  Practices and home games are held at Davidsonville Park. These games are played against other leagues within the county (i.e. Crofton, SRYA, GORC, etc.).

Fall - The season typically runs from late-August through October.  Practices and home games are held at Davidsonville Park. These games are played against other leagues within the county (i.e. Crofton, SRYA, GORC, etc.), and will take place on Sundays.

Seniors Baseball (16 – 18 year olds) - Not a Little League division – Spring and Fall

This is competitive league that will participate in the AA County Co-Operative.  Seniors is generally governed by 'Major League' rules and incorporates most of the rules of Major League baseball, playing on Major League regulation diamonds with 90’ bases. 

Due to the decreased number of players (and coaches) at this level, fielding teams that can incorporate all players may not be possible.  SMLL remains committed to having a place for every player, but please anticipate that roster limits may need to be imposed.  Information about teams and roster sizes will be communicated throughout February to the REGISTERED members of this division. 

Fees for Seniors baseball are significantly higher than Little League age 12 and under due to registration fees and umpire fees that do not exist in Little League, coupled with the increased number of games.

All players are provided with a team shirt and hat. 

Spring - This division will play a typical recreational schedule of 14 to 16 games.  This division permits 16- to 18-year-olds to participate, as the local recreational leagues are 16–18-year-old leagues.  The season typically runs from mid-March through mid-June.  Practices and home games are held at Davidsonville Park. These games are played against other leagues within the county (i.e. Crofton, SRYA, GORC, etc.).

Fall - The season typically runs from late-August through October.  Practices and home games are held at Davidsonville Park. These games are played against other leagues within the county (i.e. Crofton, SRYA, GORC, etc.), and will take place on Sundays.