| Is Issaquah Little League a local organization? |
We are a chapter of Little League Baseball, a national non-profit organization founded in 1939 and headquartered in Williamsport, PA. Issaquah Little League's charter was established in 1971 with a board of 8 members. Each local chapter is governed by a national framework of rules and regulations, and elects a Board of volunteers to carry out its business. Issaquah Little League has local rules that are specific to our league but must not conflict with the national rules and regulations. |
What is the benefit of joining Little League?
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Little League's primary objective is to "implant firmly in the children of the community the ideals of good sportsmanship, honesty, loyalty, courage and respect for authority, so that they may be well-adjusted, strong and happier children and will grow to be good, decent, healthy and trustworthy citizens." Participation is open to everyone and baseball/softball is the vehicle through which the objectives above are achieved. |
| How do we know what league we are eligible for? |
Until two completely separate chapters were formed in 1996, Issaquah was the 10th largest chapter in the United States! After the split with Sammamish Little League our local chapter retained the name Issaquah Little League. For a player to be eligible to play in Issaquah Little League the player must live within the boundaries of Issaquah Little League as described in our charter. See our boundary map to determine if you are eligible for Issaquah Little League. |
What ages of children can play Little League and how are they divided?
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See the appropriate programs by age on our Registration Overview page |
| When should I switch my daughter from baseball to softball? |
Minors softball begins at age 6 if the player has had one year of T-Ball. Some parents believe that the baseball experience is more competitive and choose to have the player remain in baseball till age 9 and the Coast level play. By age 7-8 very few girls are still playing baseball, three girls in the year 2006 chose to play baseball. By age 9 the player begins pitching and will not learn the fast pitch windmill style pitch in baseball. If the player plans to continue in organized sports, fast pitch softball will be the sport offered in High School athletics. If you would like more information about this transition feel free to discuss this issue with the Little League registration helpers or contact one of the Issaquah Little League Board members. |
| What is the League's usual operating schedule? |
See our Membership page for a season overview |
Why is Registration in November for the following year's baseball/softball season?
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Because of the ever-increasing number of children, the Little League Board needs to insure we have sufficient time to both select the proper number of well-qualified managers and to be able to schedule fields on an efficient basis. Having too few managers means too many children on a team and therefore reduced playing time. Growth and rainouts have made the scheduling of a limited number of fields a major challenge. The additional planning time provides the Board with the ability to better insure all children get a chance to play (some children on waiting lists for late registration unfortunately have had to be turned away)! |
| What is the typical time commitment? |
Generally there are two events per week (one weekday and one on Saturday) at the younger ages and three at the older. Occassional Sunday practices or games may occur, as necessary. See our Registration Overview page for details by program. |
| How can I get more information or make suggestions? |
You may want to first talk directly to parents or Board members who already are involved in Little League. Additionally, you may want to attend an Issaquah Little League Board of Director's meeting which are held every month. A schedule is available on the website for your reference. At this meeting, not only can you meet volunteers who are committed to the success of the Issaquah program, but you also may want to offer suggestions or even volunteer your own services. |
| How are All-Stars selected? |
You can read about the All-Stars Selection process by visiting the All Stars pages in the Players section. |
