League-Age

Little League age is how AALL determines a players playing age for the Fall and Spring season.  See the League Age Calculator to determine what level of play your child is eligible to play.  Your child's "league age" is determined based on their age as of August 31 for baseball and December 31 for softball. In other words, for the Spring 2026 season, if your child was born on August 30, 2015, for purposes of baseball and softball they would be considered league age 11, even though at the time of the season they will only be 10.  If your child was born on September 14, 2015, they would be league age 10 for baseball and league age 10 for softball. 

Division Placement

As a reminder, during registration, your child is initially placed in a division based on age. For players ages 7–12, the league conducts league-wide assessments to help place each player in the division that best matches their current level of experience, comfort, and overall development. Assessments are also used to help evenly distribute players across teams, promoting parity and a fun, competitive season for everyone. Once assessments are completed, you can expect to hear from the League promptly regarding your child’s final placement.

Tee-Ball Division (League Ages 4-5)

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 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.

Tee-Ball utilizes an adjustable batting tee for hitting. The program is based on Little League International's core curriculum that features structured learning, highlighted by two sessions per week combining practice and game play. Over the course of the season, coaches and parents will engage in a series of lessons utilizing up to 40 activities that include skills, drills, and plenty of physical activity.

All players are provided with a team shirt and hat. 

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 Division (League Ages 5-6)

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. It is intended for players ages 5 to 6 years old who are ready to hit a moving ball. Little League rules are modified for the youngsters to promote skill development. Coaches are allowed in the field and pitch to their own teams. We do not keep a strike count at this level and kids are given as many as 6 pitches to hit. The Coach Pitch season generally consists of two sessions per week combining practice and game play. 

All players are provided with a team shirt and hat. 

All activities are at either Davidsonville Elementary School or the Davidsonville Family Recreation Center. 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.

Minors "A" Player/Coach Pitch Hybrid Division (League Ages 7-9) - Baseball

This division is designed for players aged 7 to 9 years old that are just learning kid-pitch baseball. The focus is on the development of pitching and catching skills while expanding on base running skills as well as the continued teaching of situational awareness and game strategies. 

In this division, kids will pitch from 43 feet and have the opportunity to throw up to four pitches to each batter.  If the ball is not put in play, a coach pitcher will come in and throw up to three more pitches to finish the at-bat.  There will be no walks or kid-pitch strikeouts. 

The “A” Minor season consists of 1 practice per week and 1-2 games per week, weather permitting. Minors A is a "developmental" division and players from this division are not eligible for Little League International tournament teams.

All players are provided with a team jersey and hat. 

Minors "AA" Division  (League Ages 9-11) - Baseball

This division is designed for players aged 9 to 11 years old that have shown the ability to perform the essential skills with progression towards advanced skills in hitting, fielding and/or pitching. The focus is on the continued development of pitching and catching skills while expanding on base running skills as well as the continued teaching of situational awareness and game strategies. 

This division plays on a field that uses a 46’ pitching distance and 60’ base paths. Little League rules are followed including pitch counts and playing time requirements. The Minor AA season teams consist of 1-2 practices per week and 1-2 games per week, weather permitting. Minors AA is a "competitive" division and players from this division are eligible to play in the Little League International tournament that begins in late June within Maryland District 4. 

Minors AA is a draft division. Players are placed on teams via a draft based on mandatory skill evaluations to ensure competitive balance. Coach and teammate requests are not prioritized.

All players are provided with a team jersey and hat. 

Majors Division (League Ages 10-12) - Baseball

Play at this level consists of 10 to 12 year old players that have shown a mastery of the essential skills with the ability to perform many of the advanced skills in hitting, fielding and/or pitching. The focus is on the continued development of hitting, pitching, base running, and defensive techniques while expanding on situational awareness and game strategies. 

This division plays on a field that uses a 46’ pitching distance and 60’ base paths. Little League rules are followed including pitch counts and playing time requirements. Major Division teams consist of up to 2 practices per week and 1-2 games per week, weather permitting. Majors is a "competitive" division and players from this division are eligible to play in the Little League International tournament that begins in late June within Maryland District 4. 

Majors is a draft division. Players are placed on teams via a draft based on mandatory skill evaluations to ensure competitive balance. Coach and teammate requests are not prioritized.

All players are provided with a team jersey and hat. 

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.

Girls Softball (played through AA County Softball League)

Tee-Ball Division (League Ages 4-6) - Softball

Our 6U Softball program is designed to be safe, fun, and development-focused. Safety is our top priority, which is why we use a 10-inch Incrediball - a softer version of a traditional softball.

Teams are intentionally kept small, with approximately 8 players per team. This ensures 100% playing time for every child, minimizes standing around, and allows for more individual instruction from coaches. Smaller teams also mean more at-bats each game - often the highlight for players at this age.

The coach pitches to the batter, and if the ball is not put into play, it is placed on a tee. This approach keeps games moving, builds confidence, and provides a more engaging experience than traditional T-ball.

The focus at the 6U level is on learning fundamentals, having fun, and building a love for the game. Games are not scored, and there are no win-loss records - every player is encouraged and celebrated.

For the Spring season, families will hear from their coach in late March, with league play typically running through the second week of June. 

All players are provided with a team jersey and hat/visor. 

Girls Softball (played through AA County Softball League)

Coach Pitch (League Ages 6-8) - Softball

Our 8U Softball program builds on the foundation established at the 6U level and begins the transition from on-field coach assistance to player-only game play. Safety remains a top priority, and an 11-inch Incrediball - a softer version of a traditional softball - is used.

Teams are kept intentionally small to ensure 100% playing time for every player, minimize time spent standing or sitting, and allow for more individual coaching. Instruction continues to focus on core fundamentals, including catching, throwing, batting, and base running.

Games use a modified kid-pitch/coach-pitch format. Kid pitch is gradually introduced over the course of the season, with a maximum of two innings per game. There are no walks and no tees, and players can strike out. Base stealing is not permitted at this level.

As players progress, there is an increased emphasis on defensive play, including making force outs, catching fly balls, and throwing to first base. In-house pitcher and catcher clinics are available for players and parents to help introduce proper mechanics and set athletes up for long-term success.

Games are not scored, and team win/loss records are not kept. The primary focus remains on player development, confidence, and enjoyment of the game.

All players are provided with a team jersey and hat/visor.