HMBLL League Standard Procedures
Here are the standard Field and Equipment procedures and General Safety rules that apply to every division. Download the 2012 Standard Procedures (PDF revised 1/10/12)
HMBLL Batting Cage Procedures
Here are the Batting Cage rules that apply to every division. Download the 2012 Batting Cage Procedures (PDF revised 1/10/12)
HMB LL Division Specific Local Rules
The following PDF files contain additional HMB LL local rules to be followed in conjuction with the LL National "Official Regulations and Playing Rules". Each Manager should have a copy of ALL rules at every game.
AAA
AAA ball is a division with an emphasis on player skill development and understanding game strategy. Play will be coach pitch, progressing to player pitch for the final three games of the season. Teams practice one to two times a week during pre-season, and during the season there is usually one practice and one game per week (approx. 11 game season). The age range for AAA is 7 to 9 years old. There will be a postseason double-elimination tournament for all teams. Download the 2012 AAA Local Rules (PDF file revised 1/10/12)
Minors
The Minors division is a competitive player pitch league. Teams practice twice a week during pre-season and during the regular season there is usually one practice a week and 2 games (approx. 15 game season). The age range for Minors is from 9 to 11 years old, and placement is dependent upon tryouts and the draft. There will be a postseason double-elimination tournament for the all teams to determine the season champion. Download the 2012 MINORS Local Rules (PDF file revised 1/24/12)
Majors
The Majors division is the most competitive league. Teams will practice 2-3 times a week during the preseason. During the season, teams practice once or twice a week and play 2 games a week (20 game season). The age range for Majors is 10 to 12 years old, and placement is dependent upon tryouts and the draft. There will be a postseason double-elimination tournament to determine the season champion. Download the 2012 MAJORS Local Rules (PDF file revised 1/10/12)
Juniors
The Juniors division is a competitive league. Play is on a full-size baseball diamond (90 ft. bases). League play involves travel within District 52 boundaries. The age range is 13 to 15 years old. Teams will practice 2-3 times a week during the preseason. During the season, teams practice once or twice a week and play 2 games a week (20 game season).
Composite Bat Moratorium
HMBLL has banned the use of ALL composite barrel bats in all divisions this season. That means that even if they are on the list of LL International "approved" composite bats, they are still illegal equipment at all HMBLL practices and games and, as such, are banned from Smith Field. Composite handles are allowed, but no part of the barrel (interior or exterior) can be composite.
More Information
For more information, visit the Little League Online website or our local California District 52 Little League website.