The player must be turning either 5 or 6 on or before August 1 of the current year. This level is where stars are beginning to be born. The children bat from a tee and use a ball the same size as a regular hardball, but the ball is softer to reduce injuries, and allow the player to gain confidence in fielding and catching. This division concentrates on instruction rather than competition. Coaches are permitted on the field to teach while the game is in progress.
Players have the opportunity to try various positions.
The idea is to help the very young learn the basic fundamentals of the game by actually playing it. For specific GYB Standing Rules for the T-Ball division, click here. For the Current Baseball schedule for the T-Ball Division, click here. This division is for ages 7 to 8. The player must be turning either 7 or 8 on or before August 1 of the current year.