Little League® International has announced the umpires who will volunteer their time at each of the Southwest Region Tournaments across all divisions in 2026. *Designates Crew Chiefs Little League Baseball® – Waco, Texas Mark…
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“Parenting is Not a Spectator Sport,” by Little League® Parent, George Springer Jr.
As told to Little League® International Every single day, we interact with individuals who might leave the biggest impact on our lives, without them even realizing it. Growing…
Six Innings with Naomi Ryan, USA Baseball Women’s National Team Athlete
For Naomi Ryan, who made her debut on the USA Baseball Women’s National Team in 2023, baseball has not only served as a way for her to connect…
Umpiring His Way to The Big Leagues: The Story of MLB Umpire Alan Porter
Every Little Leaguer® who picks up a baseball bat or glove for the first time dreams of one day making it to the biggest stage in professional baseball – the Major League…
Little League® Honors Inclusive Paths Paved By Black Pioneers
Community has always been one of the most important pillars of the Little League® program, and today serves as one of the five key values of the nonprofit…
Local League Best Practices for Connecting with Your Community
For many families and volunteers joining a Little League® program, finding that sense of community both on and off the field is a major benefit. One of the organization’s five core…
Staff Spotlight: Mary Ann Goetz
Growing up, I was not a standout athlete. In fact, most people might be surprised to learn that I was a cheerleader at one point. But one thing about me is that I have…
Little League Baseball® World Series and Lamade Stadium Named Recepients of 2026 SportsEvents Magazine Readers’ Choice Awards
Recognized for excellence and innovation in the amateur sports event industry, Howard J. Lamade Stadium and the Little League Baseball® World Series were named recipients of SportsEvents Magazine…
Evelyn Andrews Joins Little League® Team as Museum Coordinator and Archivist
Little League® International has announced Evelyn Andrews as its new Museum Coordinator and Archivist, effective February 17, 2026. Andrews previously worked in a part-time position for the World of Little League® Museum before earning the full-time position. In 2022, Andrews…
“Little League® is Where it All Started,” By Dusty Baker, Former MLB Manager
As told to Little League International An Unforgettable Moment in the Big Leagues In 2022, during a Spring Training game in Florida, I walked onto the field as the manager of the Houston Astros to meet for…
