West Redding Little League – Frequently Asked Questions

(Also known as: answers to the questions that appear in the team group chat.)

Welcome to West Redding Little League (WRLL) — where kids learn baseball and softball, parents become folding-chair professionals, and the snack bar somehow becomes the most popular restaurant in town.

One important thing to know right away:

WRLL is entirely operated by volunteers.

Every coach, board member, snack bar worker, field prep helper, and event organizer is a parent or community member donating their time so our kids can play the game.

When volunteers step up, the league thrives.
When they don’t… well… the chalk lines start looking a little abstract.

Who Can Play?

Kids within the WRLL boundary who want to play baseball or softball.

Experience is not required. Some players arrive ready to swing for the fences. Others arrive wondering why everyone is wearing the same pants.

Both are welcome.

Divisions at WRLL

Tee Ball (Ages 4–6)

The starting point for our youngest players.

Players hit from a batting tee
Focus on basic throwing, catching, and teamwork
No live pitching
Lots of cheering from parents and grandparents

Goal: learn the basics and have fun playing baseball or softball.

Farm / Coach Pitch (Ages 7–8, some 6s)

Players begin hitting pitches thrown by coaches.

Instructional division
No standings kept
Emphasis on learning positions and game flow
Rosters typically 9–12 players

Goal: build confidence and skills in a supportive environment.

Junior Minors (Ages 8–9, some 7s)

The transition division where players begin pitching.

Players pitch until a three-ball count
Coaches may finish pitching to keep the game moving
Continuous batting order
Instructional but more structured gameplay

Goal: prepare players for competitive baseball or softball.

Minors (Ages 9–11)

A competitive but developmental division.

Players are drafted after tryouts
Regular season standings are kept
Teams compete in postseason tournaments
Potential All-Star tournament opportunities

Goal: develop stronger skills and game knowledge while still keeping the game fun.

Majors (Ages 10–12)

Full competitive Little League play.

Player pitching
Strategic play
Stealing bases
Strong emphasis on sportsmanship and teamwork
Teams compete in postseason tournaments
Potential All-Star tournament opportunities

This is the level many people picture when they think of Little League baseball or softball.

Juniors (Ages 13–14)

Played on a 90-foot diamond with larger field dimensions.

Interleague play across District 1
16–18 game regular season
Potential All-Star tournament opportunities

This division typically begins after school baseball season ends.

Seniors (Ages 14–16)

Advanced play on a full baseball field.

Interleague competition throughout the district
16–18 game season
Opportunities for postseason tournaments

For players continuing their love of the game into high school years.

What Equipment Does My Player Need?

WRLL provides shared equipment to help players get started. This is made possible by the generous donations of our league sponsors so if you or a local business you know would like to get in on the action please reach out to [email protected].

Players typically need:

Required

Glove
Helmet
Baseball/softball pants
Rubber cleats
Water bottle

Optional but popular

Bat
Batting gloves
Sliding gloves (or moms oven mitt - IYKYK)
Sunglasses
A lucky rally snack

When Is the Season?

Spring season generally runs March through late spring, with practices beginning earlier.

Game day weather in Redding usually means:

bring a jacket… then sunscreen… then both.

The Snack Bar

The snack bar is widely considered the real MVP of game day.

You’ll find:

Hot dogs
Pretzels
Drinks
Candy
Kids carefully calculating how many snacks their allowance can buy
Pizza weeknights at K1 - Thank you Shasta Pizza Co.- Parkview Ave. If you see Karin Teichera give her a high five!
Ballpark BBQ Nights Are Back!
- Hot grills. Cold drinks. Loud cheers. Questionable umpire calls. (J/K these umps are kids, lets show them some love) Just another perfect night at West Redding Little League.
- Our Ballpark BBQ Nights are made possible by generous donations and an incredible crew of volunteers who flip burgers faster than a kid steals second base.
- Dates are TBD based on volunteer availability. The more the merrier! If you'd like to help bring the sizzle to the ballpark, we’d love to have you.
Contact: [email protected] to be part of the fun!