With just over a month until the start of the 2026 Maria Pepe Little League Baseball® Legacy Series, an all–girls baseball event played at the home of the…
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More Than 15 Little League® Alumni Selected in the 2026 NFL Draft
When the 2026 NFL Draft concluded in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, many former Little Leaguers® who began their athletic careers on the diamond turned their dreams into a reality. Below…
Keeping the Regular Season Fun: Best Practices from Local Leagues
Fun is what makes the Little League® experience memorable for players, their families, and the volunteers who dedicate so many hours to the league. From Opening Ceremonies to community events…
“We Are Their Role Models,” by 2025 Little League Softball® World Series Championship Manager, Les Gaunt
Little League® started to play a prominent role in my life not too long ago. At the time, I couldn’t have ever imagined it having as big an impact on my…
Submissions Now Open for the 2026 Little League® Coach of the Year Award, Supported by Positive Coaching Alliance
The 2026 Little League® Coach of the Year Award, Supported by Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA), is now open for nominations! Little League and PCA are honoring all the…
A “Full-Count Conversation” on Leading Umpires at the Local Level
At the beginning of every Little League® season, umpires step back onto the field ready to call games with confidence and consistency. Behind every call is preparation, mentorship, and a commitment to constant improvement. To better…
Reilly Barnes Returns to Little League® as Purchasing/Finance Assistant
Little League® International has announced that Reilly Barnes accepted a new role as Purchasing/Finance Assistant, effective April 6, 2026. Barnes transitions from a temporary Purchasing Assistant to this full-time position to assist in the year-round demands of purchasing…
“Cherish Every Moment,” by 2025 LLBWS United States Champion Manager, TJ Fechser
Growing up, Little League® played a prominent role in my life. As a six-year-old, I played for the Mighty Islanders at Spring Valley Little League (Las Vegas, Nev.). I still remember learning the fundamentals…
Little League® Female District Administrators Share Their Volunteer Stories and Advice
Across all nine Little League® regions, approximately 500 District Administrators (D.A.) provide guidance to league officials and volunteers, ensuring each Little Leaguer® and their family has a fun…
New Sign at Lamade Stadium Highlights Expected Little League® International Complex Facility Upgrades
With the 2026 Little League Baseball® World Series (LLBWS), Presented by T-Mobile, quickly approaching (August 19-30), the Little League® International Complex is set to undergo some exciting enhancements…


