Tee Ball

Ballplayers ages 4-5 learn hitting and fielding fundamentals in a supportive team environment for first time players.  Young athletes hit the ball from a batting tee which is height-adjusted for a level swing, batting in order through the line-up for the entire game.  The primary goal is to begin to instruct young players in the fundamentals of base running, throwing, hitting, and caching baseball in a supportive, fun and safe team environment. Having fun is stressed as much as learning the fundamentals, with a hope that players’ abilities progress throughout the season.  The end-goal is to expose players to coach thrown pitches by the end of the season. Tee ball is the perfect starting level for your player, especially if this is their first attempt at baseball or organized sport activity.

Target team size: 9 to 10. Games: Each player bats and plays the field every inning of 3-inning games, played every Saturday. Game Times: Approximately 1 hour each. Practice: One weeknight per week.

Home Field: Lee District
Commissioner: Ryan Orme
Email:  teeball@pbsl.org

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Base Cost: $125.00

Opened: 10/26/2019
Late date/fee: 03/01/2020$25.00
Closes: 03/01/2020

Open to:
born between: 05/01/2014 and 08/31/2016

Coach Pitch (Formerly Tee Ball)

Coach Pitch is geared towards players, generally ages 5 and 6, who have completed at least one season of Tee Ball. Players at the Coach Pitch level should be prepared for coach thrown pitches at the start of the season. Sportsmanship and fun are stressed while simultaneously introducing players to more rules of the game. No score is kept during games but players are introduced to “outs” both while playing defense and batting. More in-depth fundamentals of base running, throwing, hitting, and catching/fielding are taught in a fun and safe environment. 

Target team size: 10. Games: Each player bats and plays the field every inning of 3-inning games, played every Saturday. Game Times: Approximately 1 hour each.  Practice: One weeknight per week.

Home Field: Lee District
Commissioner: Ryan Orme
Email: Teeball@pbsl.org

Base Cost: $125.00

Opened: 10/26/2019
Late date/fee: 03/01/2020$25.00
Closes: 03/01/2020

Open to:
born between: 05/01/2013 and 04/30/2015

↵Rookies - Machine Pitch Baseball

Machine pitch baseball for players age 7 and 8. Younger players should have at least one year of coach pitch prior to playing in this division. The baseball is pitched from a spring loaded pitching machine and 10 Players play defense with 4 outfielders. Players should expect one fielding practice and one batting practice during the week and a game on Saturday. Scores and standings are kept to help transition into competitive playing but the emphasis is on skill development and learning all the defensive positions. Practices may be 2 times per week (one batting cage session and one full practice session) with games played on Saturdays.

Home Field: VA Hills
Commissioner: Matt Sams
Email:  rookies@pbsl.org 

Base Cost: $155.00

Opened: 10/26/2019
Late date/fee: 03/01/2020$25.00
Closes: 03/01/2020

Open to:
born between: 05/01/2011 and 04/30/2013

Minors Baseball 

Minors Baseball is beginning kid pitched baseball for players age 9 and 10. This division is equivalent to AA Ball in Little League. Emphasis is on teaching baseball fundamentals and developing pitchers and catchers. Run limits and other rules are used to keep games moving and allow kids an opportunity to learn multiple positions. Games are 6-innings and limited to 2 hours 15 minutes. The field is set for 60 foot base paths and the 46 foot pitching distance. Teams are selected by tryouts and draft by the Managers/Coaches. Players should expect 2 practices and 2 games per week. Scores and Standings are kept and post season play includes a playoff. 

Home Field: Clermont
Commissioner: Rick Jandrain
Email: minors@pbsl.org 

Base Cost: $165.00

Opened: 10/26/2019
Late date/fee: 03/01/2020$25.00
Closes: 03/01/2020

Open to:
born between: 05/01/2009 and 04/30/2011

Majors 50/70 

Competitive baseball for players age 11 and 12. The games are played on a larger field with 70 foot base paths and 50 foot pitching distance using Major League Baseball rules (lead-offs, steals, etc). This division is designed for the player who wants a bigger baseball challenge and to prepare for the transition to the 90’ baseball at age 13. Typically, teams consist of 12 players and have 2 practices and 2 games per week. 

Commissioner: Jason Knowles
Email: majors@pbsl.org 

Base Cost: $165.00

Opened: 10/26/2019
Late date/fee: 03/01/2020$25.00
Closes: 03/01/2020

Open to:
born between: 05/01/2007 and 04/30/2009

Seniors Prep Baseball 
Babe Ruth Baseball  was created for ballplayers ages 13-15 who wish to continue their baseball playing experience beyond the age of 12. This is where players get their baseball cleats muddy for the first time on standard 90' diamonds under Official Baseball Rules used by Major League Baseball.

Pioneer teams will play against each other, in addition to other 90' programs from neighboring Babe Ruth organizations.

Home Field: Clermont
Commissioner: Tom Sklopan, Jr.
seniors@pbsl.org 

Base Cost: $180.00

Opened: 10/26/2019
Late date/fee: 03/01/2020$25.00
Closes: 03/01/2020

Open to:
born between: 05/01/2004 and 04/30/2007

Senior Babe Ruth Baseball 
Babe Ruth Baseball  was created for ballplayers ages 16-18 who wish to continue their baseball playing experience beyond the age of 15.  This team will be comprised of 16-18yo Baseball players wishing to play league baseball against Springfield, Fairfax, Vienna and Falls Church Babe Ruth clubs.

Pioneer teams will play against each other, in addition to other 90' programs from neighboring Babe Ruth organizations.

Home Field: Clermont #4
Commissioner: Tom Sklopan, Jr.
seniors@pbsl.org 

Base Cost: $180.00

Opened: 10/26/2019
Late date/fee: 03/01/2020$25.00
Closes: 03/01/2020

Open to:
born between: 05/01/2004 and 04/30/2007

Manager and Assistant Coach Application for BASEBALL Pioneer Baseball League Play - SPRING 2020 Season.

All Managers and Assistant Coaches must reapply each season  for official approval, and must complete an annual background check prior to the Spring season that is good for both the Spring and Fall Seasons.

Every Manager / Coach is highly encouraged to attend one scheduled coach's clinic per year.  Additionally, they are highly encouraged to take Cal Ripken training (good for a lifetime).

Opened: 10/26/2019
Closes: 03/01/2020

Open to: Men & Women
born on or before: 09/01/2000