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Northwood Little League

Baseball Divisions

Ice Cream / Tee Ball

  • For players league age 4 to 6 years old.
     
  • Learn the fundamentals of baseball.
     
  • All players hit a ball off a batting tee.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Tee Ball rosters may be composed of between 10 and 12 players.
     
  • No live pitching is permitted in this division.
     
  • Generally, the base paths are set at fifty (50) feet.
     
  • Games for Ice Cream Tee Ball are one hour long, while Tee Ball games are 1 1/2 hours.
 
  • For players league age 7 years old.
     
  • "Coach-pitch" baseball designed for a player that has played a year in Tee Ball.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Players are out after three (3) strikes or after seven (7) pitches, whichever comes first.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 10 to 12 players.
     
  • Basepaths are set at sixty (60) feet. 
     
  • Games are 6 innings or 1.5 hours (whichever occurs first).
  • For players league ages 10 and 11.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in our AA Division.
     
  • Players must be evaluated prior to the start of team selections and all games are scored. 
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 11 or 12 players.
     
  • The diamond used is a 60-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • Stealing home plate is allowed, although there are no leadoffs.
     
  • There is post season play for all teams with participation in the Irvine City Championship Tournament.
     
  • Some players will be eligible to play in the NWLL All-Star team if selected.

Reference Table of each Division

Little League Division Description Primary League Age Distance Pitching - Bases Overlapping Ages NWLL Division Name
Juniors Competitive Balanced 14 60 - 90 13 – 14 Juniors
Intermediate Competitive Balanced 13 50 – 70 12 – 13 Intermediate
Little League “Majors” Competitive Balanced 11 - 12 46 – 60 10 – 12 Majors
Minors “AAA” Developmental Competitive Balanced 10 - 11 46 – 60 9 – 11 AAA
Minors “AA” Developmental Competitive Balanced 9 46 – 60 8 – 10 AA
Minors “A Ball” Developmental Instructional 8 46 – 60 7 – 8 A Ball
Minors “Rookie Ball” Developmental Instructional 7 NA – 60 6 – 7 Rookie
Tee Ball Introductory 5 – 6 NA – 50 5 – 6 Tee Ball
Tee Ball “Ice Cream” Introductory 4 NA – 50 r4 Ice Cream


Rookie Ball

  • For players league age 4 to 6 years old.
     
  • Learn the fundamentals of baseball.
     
  • All players hit a ball off a batting tee.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Tee Ball rosters may be composed of between 10 and 12 players.
     
  • No live pitching is permitted in this division.
     
  • Generally, the base paths are set at fifty (50) feet.
     
  • Games for Ice Cream Tee Ball are one hour long, while Tee Ball games are 1 1/2 hours.
  • For players league age 7 years old.
     
  • "Coach-pitch" baseball designed for a player that has played a year in Tee Ball.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Players are out after three (3) strikes or after seven (7) pitches, whichever comes first.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 10 to 12 players.
     
  • Basepaths are set at sixty (60) feet. 
     
  • Games are 6 innings or 1.5 hours (whichever occurs first).
 
  • For players league ages 10 and 11.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in our AA Division.
     
  • Players must be evaluated prior to the start of team selections and all games are scored. 
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 11 or 12 players.
     
  • The diamond used is a 60-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • Stealing home plate is allowed, although there are no leadoffs.
     
  • There is post season play for all teams with participation in the Irvine City Championship Tournament.
     
  • Some players will be eligible to play in the NWLL All-Star team if selected.

Reference Table of each Division

Little League Division Description Primary League Age Distance Pitching - Bases Overlapping Ages NWLL Division Name
Juniors Competitive Balanced 14 60 - 90 13 – 14 Juniors
Intermediate Competitive Balanced 13 50 – 70 12 – 13 Intermediate
Little League “Majors” Competitive Balanced 11 - 12 46 – 60 10 – 12 Majors
Minors “AAA” Developmental Competitive Balanced 10 - 11 46 – 60 9 – 11 AAA
Minors “AA” Developmental Competitive Balanced 9 46 – 60 8 – 10 AA
Minors “A Ball” Developmental Instructional 8 46 – 60 7 – 8 A Ball
Minors “Rookie Ball” Developmental Instructional 7 NA – 60 6 – 7 Rookie
Tee Ball Introductory 5 – 6 NA – 50 5 – 6 Tee Ball
Tee Ball “Ice Cream” Introductory 4 NA – 50 4 Ice Cream

A Ball 

  • For players league age 4 to 6 years old.
     
  • Learn the fundamentals of baseball.
     
  • All players hit a ball off a batting tee.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Tee Ball rosters may be composed of between 10 and 12 players.
     
  • No live pitching is permitted in this division.
     
  • Generally, the base paths are set at fifty (50) feet.
     
  • Games for Ice Cream Tee Ball are one hour long, while Tee Ball games are 1 1/2 hours.
  • For players league age 7 years old.
     
  • "Coach-pitch" baseball designed for a player that has played a year in Tee Ball.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Players are out after three (3) strikes or after seven (7) pitches, whichever comes first.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 10 to 12 players.
     
  • Basepaths are set at sixty (60) feet. 
     
  • Games are 6 innings or 1.5 hours (whichever occurs first).
  • For players league age 8 years old.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball designed for a player that has played a year in Rookie Baseball.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Basepaths are set at sixty (60) feet and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of between 10 and 12 players.
     
  • Games are 6 innings or 2 hours (whichever occurs first).
 
  • For players league ages 10 and 11.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in our AA Division.
     
  • Players must be evaluated prior to the start of team selections and all games are scored. 
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 11 or 12 players.
     
  • The diamond used is a 60-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • Stealing home plate is allowed, although there are no leadoffs.
     
  • There is post season play for all teams with participation in the Irvine City Championship Tournament.
     
  • Some players will be eligible to play in the NWLL All-Star team if selected.

The Challenger Division was established in 1989 as a separate division of Little League to enable players with physical and mental challenges, ages 4 and up, to enjoy the game of baseball along with the millions of other children who participate in this sport worldwide. Today, more than 30,000 children participate in more than 900 Challenger Divisions worldwide.

Northwood Little League is proud to host one of the largest Challenger programs in Southern California and thousands of Challenger athletes have passed through our program over the years.  Our annual “buddy program”, where buddies assist Challenger players on the field, but whenever possible, encourage the players to bat and make plays themselves, is a highlight of the year for many players and their families.

Teams are set up according to abilities, rather than age, and can include as many as 15-20 players. Challenger games can be played as tee ball games, coach pitch, player pitch, or a combination of the three.

For more information please visit Little League Challenger Division.

Reference Table of each Division

Little League Division Description Primary League Age Distance Pitching - Bases Overlapping Ages NWLL Division Name
Juniors Competitive Balanced 14 60 - 90 13 – 14 Juniors
Intermediate Competitive Balanced 13 50 – 70 12 – 13 Intermediate
Little League “Majors” Competitive Balanced 11 - 12 46 – 60 10 – 12 Majors
Minors “AAA” Developmental Competitive Balanced 10 - 11 46 – 60 9 – 11 AAA
Minors “AA” Developmental Competitive Balanced 9 46 – 60 8 – 10 AA
Minors “A Ball” Developmental Instructional 8 46 – 60 7 – 8 A Ball
Minors “Rookie Ball” Developmental Instructional 7 NA – 60 6 – 7 Rookie
Tee Ball Introductory 5 – 6 NA – 50 5 – 6 Tee Ball
Tee Ball “Ice Cream” Introductory 4 NA – 50 4 Ice Cream


AA Ball

  • For players league age 4 to 6 years old.
     
  • Learn the fundamentals of baseball.
     
  • All players hit a ball off a batting tee.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Tee Ball rosters may be composed of between 10 and 12 players.
     
  • No live pitching is permitted in this division.
     
  • Generally, the base paths are set at fifty (50) feet.
     
  • Games for Ice Cream Tee Ball are one hour long, while Tee Ball games are 1 1/2 hours.
  • For players league age 7 years old.
     
  • "Coach-pitch" baseball designed for a player that has played a year in Tee Ball.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Players are out after three (3) strikes or after seven (7) pitches, whichever comes first.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 10 to 12 players.
     
  • Basepaths are set at sixty (60) feet. 
     
  • Games are 6 innings or 1.5 hours (whichever occurs first).
  • For players league age 8 years old.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball designed for a player that has played a year in Rookie Baseball.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Basepaths are set at sixty (60) feet and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of between 10 and 12 players.
     
  • Games are 6 innings or 2 hours (whichever occurs first).
  • For players league age 9 years old.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in  our A Ball Division.
     
  • All players must be evaluated, teams are drafted, and games will be scored.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 11 or 12 players.
     
  • The diamond used is a 60-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • This is a competitive division with scores and standings kept throughout the season.  
     
  • Base-stealing is allowed, although there are no leadoffs and no stealing home plate.
     
  • There is post season play for all teams with participation in the Irvine City Championship Tournament.
     
  • Some players will be eligible to play in the NWLL All-Star team if selected.
 
  • For players league ages 10 and 11.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in our AA Division.
     
  • Players must be evaluated prior to the start of team selections and all games are scored. 
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 11 or 12 players.
     
  • The diamond used is a 60-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • Stealing home plate is allowed, although there are no leadoffs.
     
  • There is post season play for all teams with participation in the Irvine City Championship Tournament.
     
  • Some players will be eligible to play in the NWLL All-Star team if selected.

The Challenger Division was established in 1989 as a separate division of Little League to enable players with physical and mental challenges, ages 4 and up, to enjoy the game of baseball along with the millions of other children who participate in this sport worldwide. Today, more than 30,000 children participate in more than 900 Challenger Divisions worldwide.

Northwood Little League is proud to host one of the largest Challenger programs in Southern California and thousands of Challenger athletes have passed through our program over the years.  Our annual “buddy program”, where buddies assist Challenger players on the field, but whenever possible, encourage the players to bat and make plays themselves, is a highlight of the year for many players and their families.

Teams are set up according to abilities, rather than age, and can include as many as 15-20 players. Challenger games can be played as tee ball games, coach pitch, player pitch, or a combination of the three.

For more information please visit Little League Challenger Division.

Reference Table of each Division

Little League Division Description Primary League Age Distance Pitching - Bases Overlapping Ages NWLL Division Name
Juniors Competitive Balanced 14 60 - 90 13 – 14 Juniors
Intermediate Competitive Balanced 13 50 – 70 12 – 13 Intermediate
Little League “Majors” Competitive Balanced 11 - 12 46 – 60 10 – 12 Majors
Minors “AAA” Developmental Competitive Balanced 10 - 11 46 – 60 9 – 11 AAA
Minors “AA” Developmental Competitive Balanced 9 46 – 60 8 – 10 AA
Minors “A Ball” Developmental Instructional 8 46 – 60 7 – 8 A Ball
Minors “Rookie Ball” Developmental Instructional 7 NA – 60 6 – 7 Rookie
Tee Ball Introductory 5 – 6 NA – 50 5 – 6 Tee Ball
Tee Ball “Ice Cream” Introductory 4 NA – 50 4 Ice Cream


AAA Ball 

  • For players league age 4 to 6 years old.
     
  • Learn the fundamentals of baseball.
     
  • All players hit a ball off a batting tee.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Tee Ball rosters may be composed of between 10 and 12 players.
     
  • No live pitching is permitted in this division.
     
  • Generally, the base paths are set at fifty (50) feet.
     
  • Games for Ice Cream Tee Ball are one hour long, while Tee Ball games are 1 1/2 hours.
  • For players league age 7 years old.
     
  • "Coach-pitch" baseball designed for a player that has played a year in Tee Ball.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Players are out after three (3) strikes or after seven (7) pitches, whichever comes first.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 10 to 12 players.
     
  • Basepaths are set at sixty (60) feet. 
     
  • Games are 6 innings or 1.5 hours (whichever occurs first).
  • For players league age 8 years old.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball designed for a player that has played a year in Rookie Baseball.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Basepaths are set at sixty (60) feet and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of between 10 and 12 players.
     
  • Games are 6 innings or 2 hours (whichever occurs first).
  • For players league age 9 years old.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in  our A Ball Division.
     
  • All players must be evaluated, teams are drafted, and games will be scored.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 11 or 12 players.
     
  • The diamond used is a 60-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • This is a competitive division with scores and standings kept throughout the season.  
     
  • Base-stealing is allowed, although there are no leadoffs and no stealing home plate.
     
  • There is post season play for all teams with participation in the Irvine City Championship Tournament.
     
  • Some players will be eligible to play in the NWLL All-Star team if selected.
  • For players league ages 10 and 11.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in our AA Division.
     
  • Players must be evaluated prior to the start of team selections and all games are scored. 
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 11 or 12 players.
     
  • The diamond used is a 60-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • Stealing home plate is allowed, although there are no leadoffs.
     
  • There is post season play for all teams with participation in the Irvine City Championship Tournament.
     
  • Some players will be eligible to play in the NWLL All-Star team if selected.
 

The Challenger Division was established in 1989 as a separate division of Little League to enable players with physical and mental challenges, ages 4 and up, to enjoy the game of baseball along with the millions of other children who participate in this sport worldwide. Today, more than 30,000 children participate in more than 900 Challenger Divisions worldwide.

Northwood Little League is proud to host one of the largest Challenger programs in Southern California and thousands of Challenger athletes have passed through our program over the years.  Our annual “buddy program”, where buddies assist Challenger players on the field, but whenever possible, encourage the players to bat and make plays themselves, is a highlight of the year for many players and their families.

Teams are set up according to abilities, rather than age, and can include as many as 15-20 players. Challenger games can be played as tee ball games, coach pitch, player pitch, or a combination of the three.

For more information please visit Little League Challenger Division.

Reference Table of each Division

Little League Division Description Primary League Age Distance Pitching - Bases Overlapping Ages NWLL Division Name
Juniors Competitive Balanced 14 60 - 90 13 – 14 Juniors
Intermediate Competitive Balanced 13 50 – 70 12 – 13 Intermediate
Little League “Majors” Competitive Balanced 11 - 12 46 – 60 10 – 12 Majors
Minors “AAA” Developmental Competitive Balanced 10 - 11 46 – 60 9 – 11 AAA
Minors “AA” Developmental Competitive Balanced 9 46 – 60 8 – 10 AA
Minors “A Ball” Developmental Instructional 8 46 – 60 7 – 8 A Ball
Minors “Rookie Ball” Developmental Instructional 7 NA – 60 6 – 7 Rookie
Tee Ball Introductory 5 – 6 NA – 50 5 – 6 Tee Ball
Tee Ball “Ice Cream” Introductory 4 NA – 50 4 Ice Cream


Majors

  • For players league age 4 to 6 years old.
     
  • Learn the fundamentals of baseball.
     
  • All players hit a ball off a batting tee.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Tee Ball rosters may be composed of between 10 and 12 players.
     
  • No live pitching is permitted in this division.
     
  • Generally, the base paths are set at fifty (50) feet.
     
  • Games for Ice Cream Tee Ball are one hour long, while Tee Ball games are 1 1/2 hours.
  • For players league age 7 years old.
     
  • "Coach-pitch" baseball designed for a player that has played a year in Tee Ball.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Players are out after three (3) strikes or after seven (7) pitches, whichever comes first.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 10 to 12 players.
     
  • Basepaths are set at sixty (60) feet. 
     
  • Games are 6 innings or 1.5 hours (whichever occurs first).
  • For players league age 8 years old.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball designed for a player that has played a year in Rookie Baseball.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Basepaths are set at sixty (60) feet and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of between 10 and 12 players.
     
  • Games are 6 innings or 2 hours (whichever occurs first).
  • For players league age 9 years old.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in  our A Ball Division.
     
  • All players must be evaluated, teams are drafted, and games will be scored.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 11 or 12 players.
     
  • The diamond used is a 60-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • This is a competitive division with scores and standings kept throughout the season.  
     
  • Base-stealing is allowed, although there are no leadoffs and no stealing home plate.
     
  • There is post season play for all teams with participation in the Irvine City Championship Tournament.
     
  • Some players will be eligible to play in the NWLL All-Star team if selected.
  • For players league ages 10 and 11.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in our AA Division.
     
  • Players must be evaluated prior to the start of team selections and all games are scored. 
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 11 or 12 players.
     
  • The diamond used is a 60-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • Stealing home plate is allowed, although there are no leadoffs.
     
  • There is post season play for all teams with participation in the Irvine City Championship Tournament.
     
  • Some players will be eligible to play in the NWLL All-Star team if selected.
  • For players league ages 11 and 12.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in our AAA Division.
     
  • Players must be evaluated prior to the start of team selections.
     
  • The diamond used is a 60-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • This is a competitive division with scores and standings kept throughout the season.
     
  • There is post season play for all teams with participation in the Irvine City Championship Tournament.
     
  • Some players will be eligible to play in the NWLL All-Star team if selected.
 

The Challenger Division was established in 1989 as a separate division of Little League to enable players with physical and mental challenges, ages 4 and up, to enjoy the game of baseball along with the millions of other children who participate in this sport worldwide. Today, more than 30,000 children participate in more than 900 Challenger Divisions worldwide.

Northwood Little League is proud to host one of the largest Challenger programs in Southern California and thousands of Challenger athletes have passed through our program over the years.  Our annual “buddy program”, where buddies assist Challenger players on the field, but whenever possible, encourage the players to bat and make plays themselves, is a highlight of the year for many players and their families.

Teams are set up according to abilities, rather than age, and can include as many as 15-20 players. Challenger games can be played as tee ball games, coach pitch, player pitch, or a combination of the three.

For more information please visit Little League Challenger Division.

Reference Table of each Division

Little League Division Description Primary League Age Distance Pitching - Bases Overlapping Ages NWLL Division Name
Juniors Competitive Balanced 14 60 - 90 13 – 14 Juniors
Intermediate Competitive Balanced 13 50 – 70 12 – 13 Intermediate
Little League “Majors” Competitive Balanced 11 - 12 46 – 60 10 – 12 Majors
Minors “AAA” Developmental Competitive Balanced 10 - 11 46 – 60 9 – 11 AAA
Minors “AA” Developmental Competitive Balanced 9 46 – 60 8 – 10 AA
Minors “A Ball” Developmental Instructional 8 46 – 60 7 – 8 A Ball
Minors “Rookie Ball” Developmental Instructional 7 NA – 60 6 – 7 Rookie
Tee Ball Introductory 5 – 6 NA – 50 5 – 6 Tee Ball
Tee Ball “Ice Cream” Introductory 4 NA – 50 4 Ice Cream


Intermediate And Juniors

  • For players league age 4 to 6 years old.
     
  • Learn the fundamentals of baseball.
     
  • All players hit a ball off a batting tee.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Tee Ball rosters may be composed of between 10 and 12 players.
     
  • No live pitching is permitted in this division.
     
  • Generally, the base paths are set at fifty (50) feet.
     
  • Games for Ice Cream Tee Ball are one hour long, while Tee Ball games are 1 1/2 hours.
  • For players league age 7 years old.
     
  • "Coach-pitch" baseball designed for a player that has played a year in Tee Ball.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Players are out after three (3) strikes or after seven (7) pitches, whichever comes first.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 10 to 12 players.
     
  • Basepaths are set at sixty (60) feet. 
     
  • Games are 6 innings or 1.5 hours (whichever occurs first).
  • For players league age 8 years old.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball designed for a player that has played a year in Rookie Baseball.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Basepaths are set at sixty (60) feet and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of between 10 and 12 players.
     
  • Games are 6 innings or 2 hours (whichever occurs first).
  • For players league age 9 years old.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in  our A Ball Division.
     
  • All players must be evaluated, teams are drafted, and games will be scored.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 11 or 12 players.
     
  • The diamond used is a 60-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • This is a competitive division with scores and standings kept throughout the season.  
     
  • Base-stealing is allowed, although there are no leadoffs and no stealing home plate.
     
  • There is post season play for all teams with participation in the Irvine City Championship Tournament.
     
  • Some players will be eligible to play in the NWLL All-Star team if selected.
  • For players league ages 10 and 11.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in our AA Division.
     
  • Players must be evaluated prior to the start of team selections and all games are scored. 
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 11 or 12 players.
     
  • The diamond used is a 60-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • Stealing home plate is allowed, although there are no leadoffs.
     
  • There is post season play for all teams with participation in the Irvine City Championship Tournament.
     
  • Some players will be eligible to play in the NWLL All-Star team if selected.
  • For players league ages 11 and 12.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in our AAA Division.
     
  • Players must be evaluated prior to the start of team selections.
     
  • The diamond used is a 60-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • This is a competitive division with scores and standings kept throughout the season.
     
  • There is post season play for all teams with participation in the Irvine City Championship Tournament.
     
  • Some players will be eligible to play in the NWLL All-Star team if selected.

Intermediate (50/70)

  • Our Intermediate Division is for players who are league age 13.
     
  • Intermediate Baseball (also known as 50/70 Baseball) is "player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in Majors Baseball. 
     
  • Players must be evaluated prior to the start of team selections and all games are scored.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of between 10 and 12 players. 
     
  • The diamond used is a 70-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 50 feet 6 inches. 
     
  • The game is played with full baseball rules. 
     
  • NWLL Intermediate Division teams will be inter-leaguing with teams from rival leagues in District 55.

JUNIORS

  • The Junior League Baseball Division is a program for players league ages 13 and 14, using a conventional 90-foot diamond with a pitching distance of 60 feet 6 inches.
     
  • Juniors Baseball is "player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in Majors or Intermediate Baseball. 
     
  • All games are scored and full baseball rules are in effect.
     
  • NWLL Juniors Division teams will be inter-leaguing with teams from rival leagues in District 55.

The Challenger Division was established in 1989 as a separate division of Little League to enable players with physical and mental challenges, ages 4 and up, to enjoy the game of baseball along with the millions of other children who participate in this sport worldwide. Today, more than 30,000 children participate in more than 900 Challenger Divisions worldwide.

Northwood Little League is proud to host one of the largest Challenger programs in Southern California and thousands of Challenger athletes have passed through our program over the years.  Our annual “buddy program”, where buddies assist Challenger players on the field, but whenever possible, encourage the players to bat and make plays themselves, is a highlight of the year for many players and their families.

Teams are set up according to abilities, rather than age, and can include as many as 15-20 players. Challenger games can be played as tee ball games, coach pitch, player pitch, or a combination of the three.

For more information please visit Little League Challenger Division.

Reference Table of each Division

Little League Division Description Primary League Age Distance Pitching - Bases Overlapping Ages NWLL Division Name
Juniors Competitive Balanced 14 60 - 90 13 – 14 Juniors
Intermediate Competitive Balanced 13 50 – 70 12 – 13 Intermediate
Little League “Majors” Competitive Balanced 11 - 12 46 – 60 10 – 12 Majors
Minors “AAA” Developmental Competitive Balanced 10 - 11 46 – 60 9 – 11 AAA
Minors “AA” Developmental Competitive Balanced 9 46 – 60 8 – 10 AA
Minors “A Ball” Developmental Instructional 8 46 – 60 7 – 8 A Ball
Minors “Rookie Ball” Developmental Instructional 7 NA – 60 6 – 7 Rookie
Tee Ball Introductory 5 – 6 NA – 50 5 – 6 Tee Ball
Tee Ball “Ice Cream” Introductory 4 NA – 50 4 Ice Cream


Challenger

  • For players league age 4 to 6 years old.
     
  • Learn the fundamentals of baseball.
     
  • All players hit a ball off a batting tee.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Tee Ball rosters may be composed of between 10 and 12 players.
     
  • No live pitching is permitted in this division.
     
  • Generally, the base paths are set at fifty (50) feet.
     
  • Games for Ice Cream Tee Ball are one hour long, while Tee Ball games are 1 1/2 hours.
  • For players league age 7 years old.
     
  • "Coach-pitch" baseball designed for a player that has played a year in Tee Ball.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Players are out after three (3) strikes or after seven (7) pitches, whichever comes first.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 10 to 12 players.
     
  • Basepaths are set at sixty (60) feet. 
     
  • Games are 6 innings or 1.5 hours (whichever occurs first).
  • For players league age 8 years old.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball designed for a player that has played a year in Rookie Baseball.
     
  • No score is kept during the game, other than keeping track of maximum of five (5) runs scored per inning.
     
  • Basepaths are set at sixty (60) feet and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of between 10 and 12 players.
     
  • Games are 6 innings or 2 hours (whichever occurs first).
  • For players league age 9 years old.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in  our A Ball Division.
     
  • All players must be evaluated, teams are drafted, and games will be scored.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 11 or 12 players.
     
  • The diamond used is a 60-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • This is a competitive division with scores and standings kept throughout the season.  
     
  • Base-stealing is allowed, although there are no leadoffs and no stealing home plate.
     
  • There is post season play for all teams with participation in the Irvine City Championship Tournament.
     
  • Some players will be eligible to play in the NWLL All-Star team if selected.
  • For players league ages 10 and 11.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in our AA Division.
     
  • Players must be evaluated prior to the start of team selections and all games are scored. 
     
  • Rosters may be composed of 11 or 12 players.
     
  • The diamond used is a 60-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • Stealing home plate is allowed, although there are no leadoffs.
     
  • There is post season play for all teams with participation in the Irvine City Championship Tournament.
     
  • Some players will be eligible to play in the NWLL All-Star team if selected.
  • For players league ages 11 and 12.
     
  • "Player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in our AAA Division.
     
  • Players must be evaluated prior to the start of team selections.
     
  • The diamond used is a 60-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 46 feet.
     
  • This is a competitive division with scores and standings kept throughout the season.
     
  • There is post season play for all teams with participation in the Irvine City Championship Tournament.
     
  • Some players will be eligible to play in the NWLL All-Star team if selected.

Intermediate (50/70)

  • Our Intermediate Division is for players who are league age 13.
     
  • Intermediate Baseball (also known as 50/70 Baseball) is "player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in Majors Baseball. 
     
  • Players must be evaluated prior to the start of team selections and all games are scored.
     
  • Rosters may be composed of between 10 and 12 players. 
     
  • The diamond used is a 70-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 50 feet 6 inches. 
     
  • The game is played with full baseball rules. 
     
  • NWLL Intermediate Division teams will be inter-leaguing with teams from rival leagues in District 55.

JUNIORS

  • The Junior League Baseball Division is a program for players league ages 13 and 14, using a conventional 90-foot diamond with a pitching distance of 60 feet 6 inches.
     
  • Juniors Baseball is "player-pitch" baseball and is designed for a player that has played a year in Majors or Intermediate Baseball. 
     
  • All games are scored and full baseball rules are in effect.
     
  • NWLL Juniors Division teams will be inter-leaguing with teams from rival leagues in District 55.

The Challenger Division was established in 1989 as a separate division of Little League to enable players with physical and mental challenges, ages 4 and up, to enjoy the game of baseball along with the millions of other children who participate in this sport worldwide. Today, more than 30,000 children participate in more than 900 Challenger Divisions worldwide.

Northwood Little League is proud to host one of the largest Challenger programs in Southern California and thousands of Challenger athletes have passed through our program over the years.  Our annual “buddy program”, where buddies assist Challenger players on the field, but whenever possible, encourage the players to bat and make plays themselves, is a highlight of the year for many players and their families.

Teams are set up according to abilities, rather than age, and can include as many as 15-20 players. Challenger games can be played as tee ball games, coach pitch, player pitch, or a combination of the three.

For more information please visit Little League Challenger Division.

Reference Table of each Division

Little League Division Description Primary League Age Distance Pitching - Bases Overlapping Ages NWLL Division Name
Juniors Competitive Balanced 14 60 - 90 13 – 14 Juniors
Intermediate Competitive Balanced 13 50 – 70 12 – 13 Intermediate
Little League “Majors” Competitive Balanced 11 - 12 46 – 60 10 – 12 Majors
Minors “AAA” Developmental Competitive Balanced 10 - 11 46 – 60 9 – 11 AAA
Minors “AA” Developmental Competitive Balanced 9 46 – 60 8 – 10 AA
Minors “A Ball” Developmental Instructional 8 46 – 60 7 – 8 A Ball
Minors “Rookie Ball” Developmental Instructional 7 NA – 60 6 – 7 Rookie
Tee Ball Introductory 5 – 6 NA – 50 5 – 6 Tee Ball
Tee Ball “Ice Cream” Introductory 4 NA – 50 4 Ice Cream

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