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DIVISION DESCRIPTIONS

 TEE-BALL

The Tee-Ball Division program is for players aged 4 to 6 who want to learn the fundamentals of throwing, hitting, fielding, sportsmanship and teamwork. As this is usually the first experience for most players, a softer baseball is used during practices and games. In Tee-Ball, players learn how to hit a ball off a batting tee, run the bases and basic fielding techniques.

Program Characteristics:
 - Players League Ages: 4 - 6
 - Rosters are typically 7 - 12 players per team
 - Games are limited to a maximum of 1 hours and 15 minutes
 - Generally, games are played on weeknights and on Saturdays. Times TBA

 - Game is played on a 60 ft. baseball diamond
 - All players bat every inning
 - All players play the field every inning
 - We do not keep score!

We consider coach and friend requests when forming teams in this division.  These requests are not guaranteed.  

 FARM / MACHINE PITCH                                                                                                                        

The Farm Division program is for players aged 6 to 7 who want to learn the fundamentals of throwing, hitting, fielding, sportsmanship and teamwork. As this is usually the second or third year experience for most players, a softer baseball is used during practices and games. In Farm, players learn how to hit a ball delivered from a manual pitching machine, run the bases and basic fielding techniques.

Program Characteristics:
 - Players League Ages: 6 - 7 - It is highly recommended that children have played at least one season of Tee Ball before moving to Farm
 - Rosters are typically 7 - 12 players per team
 - Games are limited to a maximum of 1 hours and 15 minutes
 - Generally, games are played on weeknights and on Saturdays. Times TBA

 - Game is played on a 60 ft. baseball diamond
 - All players bat every inning
 - All players play the field every inning
 - We do not keep score!

We consider coach and friend requests when forming teams in this division.  These requests are not guaranteed.  


 ROOKIES / PLAYER & MACHINE PITCH

The Rookies Division program is for players aged 8 to 9 who want to continue to learn the fundamentals of throwing, hitting, fielding, sportsmanship and teamwork. As this is usually the third or fourth year experience for most players, a little league baseball is used during practices and games. In Rookies, players pitch for the first two innings, followed by machine pitch for the remainder of the game.

Program Characteristics:
 - Players League Ages: 8 - 9 - It is highly recommended that 7 year olds have played at least one season of Farm before moving to Rookies
 - Rosters are typically 8 - 12 players per team
 - Games are limited to a maximum of 1 hours and 15 minutes
 - Generally, games are played on weeknights and on Saturdays. Times TBA
 - Game is played on a 60 ft. baseball diamond
 
- Only 9 players play the field. There are minimum play requirements to ensure everyone plays the field.

Teams in this division are formed through a player draft.  No coach or friend requests will be considered. All players will be assigned to a team.


 MINORS

The Minors Division program is for players aged 9 to 11 who want continue to learn the fundamentals of throwing, hitting, fielding, sportsmanship and teamwork. This is the first division where all pitching is done by kids.  This is the first age division where scoring occurs and overall standings are kept. At the end of the season, all teams will participate in a double elimination tournament to determine the league champion. Although this division has an increased level of competitiveness, the primary focus is still on personal development, encouragement and team work.

Program Characteristics:
 - Players League Ages: 9 - 11 
 - Rosters are typically 12 - 13 players per team
 - A post season double elimination tournament will be played to determine the league champion
 - Games are limited to a maximum of 2 hours
  - Game is played on a 60 ft. baseball diamond
 - Pitching distance is 46 ft.
 - All players are in the batting order 
 - Only 9 players play the field. There are minimum play requirements to ensure everyone plays the field.
 - Scores are kept during the game and league standing are maintained
 - Little League pitch count rules apply to all players

Teams in this division are formed through a player draft.  No coach or friend requests will be considered. All players will be assigned to a team.

 MAJORS                                                                                                                                            

The Majors Division program is for players aged 10 to 12 who want continue to learn the fundamentals of throwing, hitting, fielding, sportsmanship and teamwork. Some additional advanced rules are incorporated in this division (e.g. dropped third strike). At the end of the season, all teams will participate in a double elimination tournament to determine the league champion. Although this division has a high level of competitiveness, the primary focus is still on personal development, encouragement and team work.

Program Characteristics:
 - Players League Ages: 10 - 12
 - Rosters are typically 12 - 13 players per team
 - A post season double elimination tournament will be played to determine the league champion
 - Games are limited to a maximum of 2 hours
 - Generally, games are played on weeknights and on Saturdays. Times TBA

 - Game is played on a 60 ft. baseball diamond
 - Pitching distance is 46 ft.
 - All players are in the batting order 
 - Only 9 players play the field. There are minimum play requirements to ensure everyone plays the field.
 - Scores are kept during the game and league standing are maintained
 - Little League pitch count rules apply to all players

Teams in this division are formed through a player draft.  No coach or friend requests will be considered. All players will be assigned to a team.


 JUNIORS

The Juniors Division program is for players aged 12 to 15 who want continue to learn the fundamentals of throwing, hitting, fielding, sportsmanship and teamwork. This is the first division that moves to the full sized baseball diamond. This division will most likely have some inter-league play with other local Little Leagues. Registration numbers will drive our ability to offer this division and how much inter-league play will be required.

Program Characteristics:
 - Players League Ages: 12 - 15
 - Rosters are typically 12-15 players per team
 - A play-off tournament involving the neighboring Little League is conducted at the end of the regular season
 - Team will play against some neighboring Little Leagues. Travel may be required for a few games
 - Game is played on a 90 ft. baseball diamond
 - Pitching distance is 60 ft. 6 in.
 - All players are in the batting order 
 - Only 9 players play the field. There are minimum play requirements to ensure everyone plays the field.
 - Scores are kept during the game and league standings are maintained
 - Little League pitch count rules apply to all players

Teams in this division are formed through a player draft.  No coach or friend requests will be considered. All players will be assigned to a team.

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Southeast Diamondbacks

3538 East Carla Vista Drive 
Gilbert, Arizona 85295

Email Us: [email protected]
Phone : 480-788-4702
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