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FAQ'S

We've compiled some simple answers to the most often asked questions regarding registration, tryouts, practice schedules and of course regular season game play. We hope this will help make your experience with Arcadia Little League a positive one. If your question isn't answered here, please don't hesitate to ask.

A player's registration must be complete with all information verified in order to participate in evaluations. What does "complete your registration" mean?
To complete your registration you must verify your child's geographic and age eligibility. To verify age eligibility you must present your child's birth certificate. Geographic eligibility may be verified through proof of residence or proof of school enrollment. Please consult the list of acceptable documents HERE. Verification can be accomplished during the online registration process by uploading your documents or by attending one of our two walk-in document verification clinics. 

Do we need to provide birth certificates and proof of address or school enrollment form to complete our registration?
Yes, all players must provide the school enrollment form or three proofs of residency showing current home address and child's birth certificate, by uploading your documents or by attending one of our two walk-in document verification clinics. Proofs of residency must be re-submitted annually and must be in accordance with Little League International residency requirements. A complete list can be found HERE

How do I determine if I live within ARLL boundaries?
A map showing the league boundaries can be found on the ARLL website.

If I don't live within ARLL boundaries, but my child goes to a school within the boundaries, then can I register with ARLL?
Yes. You will need to show proof of school enrollment at time of registration. Please download a copy of the School Enrollment Form and submit it during your registration. The School Enrollment Form can be found HERE.

Can a player be registered in a division above or below their eligible playing age?
No, a player must be registered in their proper playing division based on their eligible playing age. If a player wants to request to 'play up', this should be done by making the request in the 'special request' section located within the online registration form. All move 'play up' requests done in our database after our registration process has been closed and during the process of team formation.

Can 8-year-olds "play up" in Minors Baseball/Softball?
In some cases an 8-year-old can 'play up' in the Minors Division. A parent or guardian must make this request at time of registration. All  'play ups' are done in our database after the registration process has been closed and during the process of team formation.

Can 10-year-olds "play up" in Baseball Majors?
Yes. ARLL has determined for the 2024 Spring season the Baseball Majors Division will be played at 46/60 field dimensions. Therefore, 10-year-olds are  allowed to play at the 46/60 field dimensions, as long as vacancies exist.

Can my player "play down" to a younger division to play with their friends?
No. If a parent or guardian does feel their player should play in a lower division, they must attend a meeting with the president of the league, the vice president of division, commissioner, and player agent. A request to 'play down' will not be granted to simply "play with friends". Based on Little League rules, the parent or guardian must send in a request letter to request that the Board of Directors consider approving the waiver. If approved, the Board of Directors will forward the letter to the District 6 Administrator for a final decision. The District Administrator has final authority for approval/denial without appeal. All moves 'up or down' are done in our database after our registration process has been closed and during the process of team formation.

Can 12-year-olds "play up" in Juniors?
No. 12-year-olds must play in the Majors Division.  ARLL does not offer a Junior League.  ARLL does partner with a Mountain View and McCormack Little League to provide a Junior League. Based on registration numbers will determine if we can offer this division year to year. Please reach out to [email protected] for more information.

Will all players have to attend player evaluations (tryouts) at these two dates?
Boys age 8 and up and girls age 9 and up need to participate in player evaluations (tryouts). Each eligible player will only need to attend ONE of the two player evaluations dates. Player evaluations are for player draft purposes only to ensure that teams are evenly balanced by level of skill. Lower division teams that don't have tryouts are assembled by each division Commissioner and do not need to be evaluated.

Can I request a specific manager?
Yes, ONLY in non-draft divisions. Request should be made on the registration form in the "Special Request" location. Every attempt will be made to accommodate requests, but no guarantees are provided. Divisions where there is a tryout and draft process will NOT be able to pre-select managers.

When will practice and season schedules be announced?
Once all teams have been assembled or drafted - a full practice and playing schedule will be set and coordinated through your Team Manager in early February. Practice times begin in early February for the upper divisions and soon thereafter for the lower divisions. Games begin in March. The season runs through May. Check the Event tab for more details on our schedule.

Where are games and practices played?
ARLL plays games in one of three locations: Ingleside Middle School, Echo Canyon and Camelback Christian Church. Practices are held in these same locations.

Will the season schedules be announced on the website?
Yes, we will post a master game schedule for the season on the ARLL website team pages. All updates to the season schedule will be available on the website. Dates are subject to change due to school activity conflicts.

Does Arcadia LL offer refunds if a child decides not to participate because of injury or illness?
Yes, special exceptions are made for injury or illness and will be handled on a case by case basis, typically handled before the practice season starts. For more information on our refund policy please reach out to [email protected] for more information.

What expenses can we expect beyond the registration fees?
All players at all division levels are issued hats and jerseys through ARLL. Players are responsible for purchasing baseball pants, belts and socks to complete the uniform. All players should have their own batting helmet, bat and glove. Please CLICK HERE for a list of approved bats and new bat standard rules.  ARLL offers our families access to gently-used equipment including, gloves, bats, helmets, cleats and pants, thanks to our Scholarship Program. Reach out to, [email protected] for more donation information.

Does ARLL do background checks on all volunteers?
Yes. Each volunteer is required to fill out a background check form. Anyone having direct involvement with players will be required to complete a background check. ARLL reviews each background check.

Are face masks on player's batting helmets?
No. It is up to the parent or guardian to determine the use of face guard masks on batting helmets.

Are players required to wear face masks in the field?
All Softball players in the following divisions are required to wear face masks while playing in the infield: Varsity, Minors and Majors. This is an Arcadia Little League Local Rule (adopted 1/2020). Local rules can be found on our website under "Team Central" / "Local Rules"

Are baseball players required to wear a "cup"?
Yes, all boys in division Farm AA, Farm AAA, Minors, and Majors are required to wear a "cup" at practice and at games. Players not wearing protective gear during the game may not be allowed on the field.
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