⚾ UKCYBSA Division Overview

Helping You Choose the Right Fit for Your Player

Not sure which division is right for your child? Here’s a quick breakdown of each division offered by Upper Kittitas County Youth Baseball & Softball Association, including age ranges, game format, and goals.

All division placements are based on your child’s league age (age as of May 1, 2025).

🔹 T-Ball (Ages 4–6) – Co-Ed

• For brand new players just starting out

• Hit off a tee, learn basic fielding and base running

• No scorekeeping – focus is on fun and fundamentals

• 🛑 Must be 4 years old by May 1, 2025 to participate

🔹 Rookies (Ages 6–8) – Co-Ed

• Coach-pitch division using Rapid Baseball rules

• Focused on building hitting confidence and defensive skills

• Continuous batting order; 3 outs or 5 runs per inning

• Great for players moving up from T-Ball or starting at age 6–8

🔹 Minors Baseball (Ages 8–10)

• First level of player-pitch baseball

• Umpired games, official scorekeeping, limited base stealing

• Continued development of throwing, catching, and gameplay awareness

• Player evaluations held in February to form balanced teams

🔹 Majors Baseball (Ages 10–12)

• Competitive player-pitch with full Cal Ripken rules

• Stealing, dropped third strikes, and infield fly rule in effect

• Prepares players for middle school or tournament play

• Includes possible interleague games and local travel

• Tryout required for players moving up from Minors

🔹 Minors Softball (Ages 8–10)

• Player-pitch softball with some coach assistance as needed

• 11" ball, no stealing home

• Focus on pitching, catching, and building game confidence

• Great for players progressing from T-Ball or new to softball

🔹 Majors Softball (Ages 10–12)

• Competitive play with 12” ball and full softball rules

• Stealing allowed, infield fly and dropped third strike apply

• Emphasizes situational awareness, skill development, and sportsmanship

• Prepares players for middle school and tournament softball

• Tryout required for players moving up from Minors

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