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We are pleased to announce Chaires-Capitola Little League registration for the Fall 2022 Baseball Season is now open!
You can register your child until August 19th when registration closes at the following link: https://clubs.bluesombrero.com/chairescapitolall
PLEASE NOTE – We are utilizing a new Sports Management and Online Registration System called SportsConnect (SC). Our previous system SportsSignUp has been terminated and we can no longer register players using that system. SC is a very easy and intuitive system to use and manage our league. The registration process is very straightforward and can be accessed via a computer or their mobile app.
We have created a quick user guide to help you through the registration process however if you have any issues please contact us at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Registration closes August 19th!
The Fall Season will have the following baseball divisions available:
· Tee-Ball (League Ages 4-6)
· Machine Pitch (League Ages 6-8)
· Minors (League Ages 8-10)
· Majors (League Ages 10-12)
· Seniors (League Ages 13-16) – Dependent on # of registrants
Teeball will be offered again this Fall Season. We have had a lot of inquiries but will need enough registrations to make enough teams to make it work. If we are unable to field enough teams, registration fees will be refunded.
Visit League Age Determination - Little League to determine your child’s League Age. NOTE: This is not necessarily the same as your child’s actual age.
The registration fee for the Fall season for Tee-Ball is $60. The registration fee for Machine Pitch, Minors and Majors is $75. This amount covers the player’s jersey and hat, umpire expenses and other Little League expenses.
Evaluations
Machine Pitch, Minors and Majors are required to sign up for an evaluation time when they are registering. Evaluations will take place in groups of 12-15 in 30-40 minute intervals between.
Please use the following links to schedule your player’s evaluation time:
Evaluation dates are as follows:
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Division |
Date |
SignUp Link |
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Machine Pitch |
August 20, 2022 |
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Minors |
August 21, 2022 |
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Majors |
August 21, 2022 |
Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to your evaluation time to allow time to check-in. Please report to the concession stand to check-in and receive a number for your player(s). At check-in we will also ask you to verify your child’s jersey size and number. Have your child wear cleats and bring their glove, bat and helmet, if they have them available. We will have extra helmets if needed.
Your player will only be allowed to evaluate during their allotted evaluation time!
Schedule
The draft will take place on Wednesday, August 24th. Following the draft, you will be contacted by your manager to provide you with your practice schedule. Practices will begin Monday, August 29th. Games will take place between September 12th to November 4th.
Most games will be played at Chaires-Capitola Community Park. However, depending on the number of teams, we may need to schedule some games at the Miccosukee Community Park.
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Date |
Description |
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August 1st |
Fall Season Registration Opens |
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August 19th |
Fall Season Registration Closes |
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August 24th |
Fall 2022 Draft |
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August 29th |
Practice Start |
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September 12th |
Games Start |
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November 4th |
Games End |
For more information about the fall season, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Frequently Asked Questions
Please see our website for a list of FAQs.
https://www.chairesll.com/files/FrequentlyAskedQuestions2021.pdf
Managers/Assistant Coaches
CALLING ALL PARENTS AND VOLUNTEERS! We need managers and assistant coaches for all levels (Tee-Ball, Machine Pitch, Minors, and Majors). If you wish to be a team manager or coach, please complete the volunteer registration for yourself when you register your player.
Thank you and we look forward to another great season. Please share this information with any new families that may be interested in joining our amazing park.
We are preparing for an another exciting season at Chaires! Spring Registration will open on December 13th and close January 9th so mark your calendars now. Be sure to register early (and tell your friends)!
The 2022 Spring Schedule has been released and can be accessed here. Please keep in mind, dates are subject to change but will be communicated.
The Little League Age Chart should be utilized when determining which division your child will play. This Little League standard is in place to ensure all players worldwide are on the same age level throughout the season.
Information for each of the divisions can be found under the Information Tab above or by clicking the link below:
The League Boundary Map will help determine whether or not your child is within the CCLL boundaries and is eligible to play at Chaires.
The CCLL Local League Rules provides answers to many questions broken down by divisions.
A Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) has been posted to the website that provides answers to questions you may have.
Fall 2021 Schedule*
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August 1 |
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August 20 |
Fall Registration Closes |
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August 25 |
Machine Pitch Evaluations (Time TBD) |
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August 26 |
Minors and Majors Evaluations (Time TBD) |
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August 27 |
Draft |
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August 30 |
Practice Starts |
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September 13 |
Fall Season Begins |
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November 5 |
Fall Season Ends |
* All dates are subject to change
** Teeball will be offered for Fall for the first time. We have had a lot of inquiries but will need enough registrations to make enough teams to make it work. If we are unable to field enough teams, registration fees will be refunded.
We are pleased to announce Chaires-Capitola Little League registration is now open! You can register your child until August 20th when registration closes at the following link: http://chairesll.
Registration closes August 20th.
The Fall Season will have the following baseball divisions available:
- Tee-Ball (League Ages 4-6)
- Machine Pitch (League Ages 6-8)
- Minors (League Ages 8-10)
- Majors (League Ages 10-12)
- Seniors (League Ages 13-16)
Teeball will be offered for Fall for the first time. We have had a lot of inquiries but will need enough registrations to make enough teams to make it work. If we are unable to field enough teams, registration fees will be refunded.
Visit https://www.littleleague.org/
The registration fee for the Fall season for Tee-Ball is $60. The registration fee for Machine Pitch, Minors and Majors is $75. This amount covers the player’s jersey and hat, umpire expenses and other Little League expenses.
Evaluations
Machine Pitch, Minors and Majors are required to sign up for an evaluation time when they are registering. Evaluations will take place in groups of 15 in 30 minute intervals between 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Machine Pitch: August 25, 2021
Minors: August 26, 2021
Majors: August 26, 2021
Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to your evaluation time to allow time to check-in. Please report to the concession stand to check-in and receive a number for your child/children. At check-in we will also ask you to verify your child’s jersey size and number. Have your child wear cleats and bring their glove, bat and helmet, if they have them available. We will have extra helmets if needed.
Schedule
The draft will take place on Friday, August 27, 2021. Following the draft, you will be contacted by your manager to provide you with your practice schedule. Practices will begin Monday, August 30, 2021. The games for the Fall season will begin on September 13, 2021 and end on November 5, 2021.
For more information about the fall season, please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Additional information
- We are abiding by the District 20 Little League’s safety plan that was approved by Leon County. You can find our policies here: https://chairesll.
sportssignup.com/site/ ClientSite/article/3505038 - Most games will be played at Chaires-Capitola Community Park. However, depending on the number of teams, we may need to schedule some games at the Miccosukee Community Park.
Managers/Assistant Coaches
CALLING ALL PARENTS AND VOLUNTEERS! We need managers and assistant coaches for all levels (Tee-Ball, Machine Pitch, Minors, and Majors). If you wish to be a team manager or coach, please complete the volunteer registration for yourself when you register your player.
CONSENT
1. I/We, the parents/guardians of the above-named candidate for a position on a Little League team, hereby give my/our approval to participate in any and all Little League activities, including transportation to and from the activities.
2. I/We know that participation in baseball or softball may result in serious injuries and protective equipment does not prevent all injuries to players, and do hereby waive, release, absolve, indemnify, and agree to hold harmless the local Little League, Little League Baseball, Incorporated, the organizers, sponsors, supervisors, participants, and persons transporting my/our child to and from activities from any claim arising out of any injury to my/our child whether the result of negligence or for any other cause.
3. I/We agree to return upon request the uniform and other equipment issued to my/our child in as good conditions as when received except for normal wear and tear. 6. I/We agree to provide proof of legal residence (as defined by Little League Baseball, Incorporated) and age. I/We understand that our child (candidate) must be eligible under the residence and age regulations of Little League Baseball, Incorporated, to participate in this Local League, and that if any controversy arises regarding residence and/or age, the decision of the Charter Committee in Williamsport shall be final and binding. I/We further understand that if any participant on a Little League team does not qualify for participation in the league based on residence (as defined by Little League Baseball, Incorporated) and/or age, such participant and/or team on which he/she participates be found ineligible, and forfeit(s) and/or suspension of Tournament privileges may be decreed by action of the Charter Committee or Tournament Committee.
4. I/We agree that our child (candidate) may be required to try out for a team. If such does not attend at least 50 percent of the tryouts, local Board-of -Directors' approval is required for such candidate to be placed on a team.
5. I/We understand that our child (candidate) may be chosen at anytime to play on a Major Division team, if he or she is of the correct age for such division as determined by the local league and Little League Baseball. Declining to move up to such Major Division team will result in forfeiture of eligibility for the Major Division for the current season, and may be subject to further restrictions by the local league.
6. I/We agree to provide proof of legal residence (as defined by Little League Baseball, Incorporated) and age. I/We understand that our child (candidate) must be eligible under the residence and age regulations of Little League Baseball, Incorporated, to participate in this Local League, and that if any controversy arises regarding residence and/or age, the decision of the Charter Committee in Williamsport shall be final and binding. I/We further understand that if any participant on a Little League team does not qualify for participation in the league based on residence (as defined by Little League Baseball, Incorporated) and/or age, such participant and/or team on which he/she participates be found ineligible, and forfeit(s) and/or suspension of Tournament privileges may be decreed by action of the Charter Committee or Tournament Committee.
7. I/We will furnish a certified birth certificate of the above-named candidate to League Officials.
PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT
We, the Chaires-Capitola Little League, have implemented the following Parent Code of Conduct for the important message it holds about the proper role of parents in supporting their child in sports. Parents will read, understand and sign this form prior to their child/children participating in our league. Any parent guilty of improper conduct at any game or practice will be asked to leave the sports facility and be suspended from the following game. Repeat violations may cause a multiple game suspension, or the season forfeiture of the privilege of attending all games.
The essential elements of character-building and ethics in sports are embodied in the concept of sportsmanship and six core principles. The highest potential of sports is achieved when competition reflects these “six pillars of character.”
- Trustworthiness;
- Respect;
- Responsibility;
- Fairness;
- Caring; and
- Good Citizenship.
I THEREFORE AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING:
- I will not force my child to participate in sports.
- I will remember that children participate to have fun and that the game is for youth, not adults.
- I will inform the coach of any physical disability or ailment that may affect the safety of my child or the safety of others.
- I will learn the rules of the game and the policies of the league.
- I (and my guests) will be a positive role model for my child and encourage sportsmanship by showing respect and courtesy, and by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, officials and spectators at every game, practice or other sporting event.
- I (and my guests) will not engage in any kind of unsportsmanlike conduct with any official, coach, player, or parent such as booing, taunting; refusing to shake hands; or using profane language or gestures.
- I will not encourage any behaviors or practices that would endanger the health and well being of the athletes.
- I will teach my child to play by the rules and to resolve conflicts without resorting to hostility or violence.
- I will demand that my child treat other players, coaches, officials and spectators with respect regardless of race, creed, color, sex or ability.
- I will teach my child that doing one’s best is more important than winning, so that my child will never feel defeated by the outcome of a game or his/her performance.
- I will praise my child for competing fairly and trying hard, and make my child feel like a winner every time.
- I will never ridicule or yell at my child or other participants for making a mistake or losing a competition.
- I will emphasize skill development and practices and how they benefit my child over winning. I will also de-emphasize games and competition in the lower age groups.
- I will promote the emotional and physical well being of the athletes ahead of any personal desire I may have for my child to win.
- I will respect the officials and their authority during games and will never question, discuss, or confront coaches at the game field, and will take time to speak with coaches at an agreed upon time and place.
- I will demand a sports environment for my child that is free from drugs, tobacco, and alcohol and I will refrain from their use at all sports events.
- I will refrain from coaching my child or other players during games and practices, unless I am one of the official coaches of the team.
- I will work/volunteer at least one full game in the Concession Stand.
COVID-19 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
By registering the child for this activity, I hereby acknowledge and agree that participation in this activity may involve inherent danger and risk, including without limitation, an enhanced exposure to COVID-19 and I hereby assume full responsibility for any risk of physical illness, including without limitation COVID-19, and hereby covenant not to sue the Chaires-Capitola Little League or Leon County for any and all claims related to physical illness, including without limitation COVID-19.
13th Annual Father/Son Baseball Camp - Registration Form
When: Saturday, January 23, 2021
Where: Holy Comforter Baseball Field
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm; Food and Autographs after
Ages: 5-14
Cost: $100 Father/Son - $35 for extra son
Includes: T-Shirt, Goodie Bag and Mann’s Doghouse Catering
Cost: $100 Father/Son $35 for extra son Includes: T-Shirt, Goodie Bag and Mann’s Doghouse Catering
- Learn Fundamentals of Baseball Together
- Hitting, Pitching, Catching, Infield, & Outfield
- Be Able to Teach and Work with Your Son
- Great Opportunity for Father/Son Bonding
*Indicate you play at Chaires on Registration form and $5 will be donated back to CCLL
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December 14 |
Spring Registration Opens |
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January 10 |
Registration Closes |
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January 15 |
Coaches notified |
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January 19 |
Hats Ordered |
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January 23 |
Majors evaluations, 2-4:30 (as needed) |
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January 24 |
Machine Pitch & Minors evaluations, 1 -4 (as needed) |
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January 27 |
Spring draft |
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January 28 |
Order uniforms |
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February 1 |
Practice starts |
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February TBD |
Coaches Clinic |
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February 27 |
Opening Day Ceremony / Team Pictures |
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March 1 |
Spring Season begins |
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March 13-22 |
No games - Spring Break |
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April 2 |
No games - Good Friday, Easter weekend |
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May 10 |
Machine Pitch Last Week |
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May 17 |
Machine Pitch Playoffs |
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May 17 |
Last Week for Minors and Majors |
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May 20 |
Machine Pitch All-Stars Meeting |
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May 21 |
Machine Pitch All-Stars Announced |
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May 27 |
Minors/Majors All-Stars Meeting |
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June 1 |
Minors/Majors All-Stars Announced |
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TBD |
Machine Pitch All-Stars District Tournament** |
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TBD |
Minors All-Stars District Tournament** |
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TBD |
Intermediate All-Stars District Tournament** |
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TBD |
Majors All-Stars District Tournament** |
* All dates are subject to change
**These dates are tentative and based on when these tournaments were scheduled to occur in 2020. Dates will need to be announced from the LL district.
We are preparing for an another exciting season at Chaires! Spring Registration will open on December 14th and close January 10th so mark your calendars now. Be sure to register early (and tell your friends)!
The 2021 Spring Schedule has been released and can be accessed here. Please keep in mind, dates are subject to change but will be communicated.
The Little League Age Chart should be utilized when determining which division your child will play. This Little League standard is in place to ensure all players worldwide are on the same age level throughout the season.
Information for each of the divisions can be found under the Information Tab above or by clicking the link below:
The League Boundary Map will help determine whether or not your child is within the CCLL boundaries and is eligible to play at Chaires.
The CCLL Local League Rules provides answers to many questions broken down by divisions.
Managers will be notified by January 15th if they have been assigned a team. If you were not selected as a manager, we thank you for volunteering and hope you will consider assisting on your child's team as an assistant or team parent.
Evaluations:
https://www.chairesll.com/index.php/information/2021-spring/2020-spring-schedule
The Machine Pitch, Minors and Majors draft will be held on January 27th. Team rosters will be entered into the Sports Signup Play System that night or the next day. You will be notified through the SPORTS SIGNUP PLAY app. If you haven't downloaded the app please do so. Communication from the league and your coaches will be sent through the app. Please be sure and allow text messages if that is your primary mode of communication.
Managers will contact their team regarding pants, sock, and belt colors needed. Keep an eye out for the Dick's Sporting Goods Discount Day.
Practices will begin the week of Feb 1st. There will be two practices a week for MP, Minors, and Majors until the season starts on March 1st when you will practice one day a week, typically on the weekend. We will begin work on schedule immediately after teams have been selected. This can be a very challenging process so be patient with us. We do our best to be fair on days of the week, fields, etc. We don't know for sure yet, but expect to have to travel once to an opposing league's park and possibly to play a game or two at Miccosukee field.
If you would like to sponsor a team we are always looking for sponsor names to go on jerseys. You can pay directly online or bring a check to evaluations.
http://chairesll.com/index.php/fundraising/sponsorship
Mark your calendars for Opening Day on February 27th. Please be sure to visit the Facebook Events to get updated information..
It is with great sadness that I now have to report that the 2020 Chaires-Capitola Little League Spring season has officially been canceled. Despite the Governor’s order to allow youth sports, the Leon County Commissioners have decided to stay with their original plan in Phase 2, which is not to open county parks to youth sports. Not knowing when the Governor will begin the Phase 3 reopening of Florida, the Chaires-Capitola Little League Board has decided to move forward with canceling the Spring season. We appreciate your patience in this process. I was certainly wrong. I thought we would play again and that our group of 12 year olds (including my son) had not played their last Little League game. Due to the upfront costs of uniforms, equipment, and draft and evaluation materials, the Board has decided to offer a 20% refund of your registration. However, we are asking that you please consider donating this refund amount to the League to use for future seasons and other improvements to the park. If you require a refund, please contact us directly at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. We can credit your account for the following season or give a credit or check refund. Those registered in the Seniors division will be able to play for free in the Fall because they are able to use the same uniforms. We will credit all of the Seniors accounts. Once again, we are deeply sorry that we are not able to get back on the fields to complete the Spring season. We were all really looking forward to it. Be on the lookout for registration information for the Fall season starting in August.
Let us know if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Michele Garber, President
Chaires-Capitola Little League
More...
In any Little League Baseball game, the eligibility of a player to pitch is determined by a tiered pitch count which is directly related to the number of pitches thrown in a game. This pitch count also determines the number of days a player needs to rest before he or she can pitch again in a Little League game.
Little League Baseball, Inc., has always imposed limits on how much a pitcher may pitch. The limits were originally designed to encourage teams to develop additional pitchers, but since 2007, the baseball pitching limits have been made more stringent in an effort to protect hurlers’ arms. As a result, the pitching regulations for baseball and softball differ significantly. Little League Baseball provides valuable information as it pertains to Pitching Rules and Guidelines.
Below is a summary of the current pitch count rules, as they apply to players in CCLL.
| AGE | DAILY MAX (PITCHES) | REQUIRED REST (PITCHES) | ||||
| 0 Days | 1 Day | 2 Days | 3 Days | 4 Days | ||
| 7-8 | 50 | 1-20 | 21-35 | 36-50 | N/A | N/A |
| 9-10 | 75 | 1-20 | 21-35 | 36-50 | 51-65 | 66+ |
| 11-12 | 85 | 1-20 | 21-35 | 36-50 | 51-65 | 66+ |
| 13-14 | 95 | 1-20 | 21-35 | 36-50 | 51-65 | 66+ |
| 15-16 | 95 | 1-30 | 31-45 | 46-60 | 61-75 | 76+ |
| 17-18 | 105 | 1-30 | 31-45 | 46-60 | 61-75 | 76+ |
Spring Baseball Update
Welcome to the Spring 2020 baseball season. We are looking forward to some great baseball this season!
Managers have been notified if they have been assigned a team. If you were not selected as a manager, we thank you for volunteering and hope you will assist on your child's team as an assistant or team parent.
Evaluations for Majors will be 1/25 from 10-1 and MP and Minors will be 1/26 1-4. Be on the look out next week for a reminder email with more information.
Tee-ball teams will be entered into the system over the next few days along with associated schedules. There still may be some folks that get added to those teams after the MP draft is complete.
The Machine Pitch, Minors and Majors draft will be held on January 29th at 6 pm. Team rosters will be entered into the Sports Signup Play System that night or the next day. You will be notified through the SPORTS SIGNUP PLAY app. If you haven't downloaded the app please do so. Communication from the league and your coaches will be sent through the app. Please be sure and allow text messages if that is your primary mode of communication.
Managers will contact their team regarding pant, sock, and belt colors needed. Keep an eye out for the Dick's Sporting Goods Discount Day.
Practices will begin the week of Feb 3rd. There will be two practices a week for MP, Minors, and Majors until the season starts on March 2nd when you will practice one day a week, typically on the weekend. We will begin work on schedule immediately after teams have been selected. This can be a very challenging process so be patient with us. We do our best to be fair on days of the week, fields, etc. We don't know for sure yet, but expect to have to travel once to an opposing league's park and possibly to play a game or two at Miccosukee field.
There are eight seniors signed up so far. We hope to add a few more players so we can field a team this season. We will know more over the next couple of weeks.
If you would like to sponsor a team we are still looking for a few sponsor names to go on jerseys. You can pay directly online or bring a check to evaluations.
http://chairesll.com/index.php/fundraising/sponsorship
Mark your calendars for Opening Day on February 29th. Please be sure to visit the Facebook Events to get updated information.
FSU baseball Chaires Day will be March 29th......more to come about how to purchase tickets. Please be sure to visit the Facebook Events to get updated information.
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Welcome to the 2020 Spring baseball season at Chaires-Capitola Little League!
We are preparing for an another exciting season at Chaires! Registration for the 2020 season begins December 16th so mark your calendars now. Be sure to register early (and tell your friends)!
The 2020 Spring Schedule has been released and can be accessed here. Please keep in mind, dates are subject to change but will be communicated.
The Little League Age Chart should be utilized when determining which division your child will play. This Little League standard is in place to ensure all players worldwide are on the same age level throughout the season.
Information for each of the divisions can be found under the Information Tab above or by clicking each of the links below:
The League Boundary Map will help determine whether or not your child is within the CCLL boundaries and is eligible to play at Chaires.
The CCLL Local League Rules provides answers to many questions broken down by divisions.
Chaires-Capitola Little League Board Meeting Schedule
Written by Rob VosCCLL Board Meetings are held the 3rd Wednesday of every month. Meetings will take place virtually or if possible at the Dorothy Cooper Spence Community Center (Chaires Community Center), located at 4768 Chaires Cross Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32317. All meetings will begin promptly at 7:00 pm, the meeting schedule has been identified as follows:
December - 12/15/2021
January - 01/19/2022
February - 02/16/2022
March - 03/16/2022
April - 04/20/2022
May - 05/18/2022 - Cancelled
June - 06/15/2022 - Cancelled
July - 07/20/2022 - Executive Committee Only (closed)
August - 08/11/2022
September - 09/08/2022
Annual Meeting - September 22, 2022
Please note, these dates are subject to change, notice will be provided as to any change in schedule.
Chaires-Capitola Little League, Inc.
Local League Rules
1. The manager may, for discipline reasons (i.e., unexcused missed practices or unsportsmanlike conduct) “sit” a player down for not more than one game (per incident) with the prior approval from the Player Agent and one additional Board Member prior to the start of a game. If a discrepancy exists the Board will make the final decision.
2. If a manager, coach, or player is ejected from a game by an umpire, the League will follow rule 4.07 with the following player exception. If his/her parents are present, a player will leave the park for the remainder of the game; if the parents are not present, the player will sit on the bench until the parents arrive (this sitting does NOT count as their suspended game). They may not sit in the stands and may not be recalled. Any manager, coach or player ejected from a game is suspended for his or her team’s next physically played game and may not be in attendance at the game site from which they are suspended.
3. Unsafe acts like bat slinging, helmet throwing and pushing of players will be addressed by the coach, manager or umpire for disciplinary action. If warranted the official addressing the act may choose to give a verbal reminder as the first disciplinary action.
4. There will be no on deck hitter in the tee ball, minor and major divisions. Only in the junior division is an on deck hitter permitted. In Minor & Major baseball and Major Softball, the first batter of every inning will be permitted out of the dugout to swing the bat. He/She must stay close to the dugout.
5. All trash must be removed from dugouts and surrounding areas after games. The manager is responsible for ensuring this is done.
6. Each team is responsible for providing one volunteer concession worker for each game. However, if one of the teams is from a visiting park, the Chaires team will be required to provide two concession workers
Tee-Ball Ground Rules
1. All players on the roster will play a defensive position for the entire game. There will be no catcher position. 5 players in the infield. pitcher, first, second, third and short. All other players must be in the outfield grass.
2. There will be no more than three defensive coaches allowed on the playing field for instructional purposes and umpiring the bases.
3. Two (2) adult base coaches may be utilized.
4. A game will consist of two complete innings.
5. Every player hits every inning
6. The last batter is a home run
7. There is no limit to the number of outs in an inning and players do not have to leave the base if they are put out.
8. There will be NO sliding into bases.
9. No base stealing or leading off is permitted
10. No score will be kept for Tee-Ball games
11. An adult volunteer coach MUST be in the dugout at all times.
12. No barrel bats are allowed.
13. Teams must clean out dugouts after each game
14. If there is a dispute during the game that cannot be worked out during the game, continue play, make clear that you will protest and then contact player rep after game.
Machine Pitch
1. All games will be played with one of the new Chaires machines
2. Machine speed:
- That rule requires the speed to be set at 38-44 mph and the machines to be placed 46 feet from home.
- All machines have been calibrated and labeled them for which field they should be used on and where they should be positioned on the field. Two machines for the upper field and one for the dreams field were set at 38 mph. Those machines are to be placed at the rubber. Two machines were set for the lower field at 36 mph, but those two machines are to be placed in front of the mound at the base of the mound (40 ft from home).
- The actual settings on the machines may look different from machine to machine because of varying spring strengths, but they are all set to the same speed.
- The machines should not need to be adjusted except for the screw adjustment near the ball to accommodate batter height.
3. Length of games: Each game will be 5 complete innings or 90 minutes long, whichever comes first. A new inning cannot be started after 90 minutes; but a game can not last longer than 1 hour and 45 minutes. If the visiting team is up to bat when the game reaches the 1 hour and 45 minute mark, the score reverts back to the last complete inning and the game is over. The game time will start at the published starting time.
4. If there is an overthrow at first base, base runners can advance one base at their own risk.
5. The first four innings of each game are capped at 5 runs. The fifth inning has unlimited runs.
6. There is a 10 run rule after the completion of 3 1/2 innings if home team is winning by 10 or more runs, the game is over. If the visiting team is winning by 10 or more runs after 4 innings, the game ends
7. Home team is in charge of chalking, score book, setting up the machine and providing balls.
8. An infielder can only play the infield for two consecutive innings. Positions may alternate between outfield and infield every inning. We strongly suggest a regular rotation that gives all players an opportunity to play both infield and outfield, taking into consideration skill level and safety concerns. Here is a rotation example:
9. Players are divided into 3 groups of 4. 1st inning group 1 plays the infield( 1st, 2nd,ss,3rd). Group 2 plays the outfield and group 3 plays pitcher and catcher with 2 kids on the bench. 2nd inning group 1 moves to outfield, group 2 to pitcher and catcher and group 3 to the infield. Each inning the coach should rotate the groups.
10. Each batter will get five hit-able pitches.
11. When there is a bad pitch and the batter does not swing, the coach manning the machine raises his hand and calls no pitch. If the batter swings at the bad pitch the play will continue using normal baseball rules.
12. If there is a dispute, the coach who is running the machine is the umpire for that half inning and they make the out calls.
13. If there is a dispute during the game that cannot be worked out during the game, continue play, make clear that you will protest and then contact player rep after game.
Minor League Baseball
1. Games will be played using a continuous batting order.
2. There will be unlimited substitutions, except for pitchers, as long as each player gets 6 consecutive outs in the field
3. If a player plays 4 defensive innings at catcher, that player cannot pitch.
4. Length of games: Games will last 6 innings or 1 hour and 45 minutes and they will have a drop dead time of 2 hours. A new inning cannot be started after 1 hour and 45 minutes. If the visiting team is up to bat when the game reaches the two hour mark, the score reverts back to what it was at the end of the previous inning. If the home team is up to bat at the 2 hour drop dead time and has tied the game, the contest will be ruled a tie. If the home team takes the lead any time after the 1:45 minute mark, the game will be considered complete. Otherwise the score will revert back to the previous inning.
5. The first 4 innings of each game are capped at 5 runs. There are unlimited runs in the 5th and 6th innings.
6. The pitcher is done pitching once they are removed from the mound during the game.
7. Male catchers must wear a protective supporter and cup at all times.
8. The home team is responsible for chalking the field, setting up the scorer’s box, turning on the score board, assigning an adult to operate the score board, keeping the game scorebook and getting 3 game balls from the concession stand and giving them to the umpire.
9. The visiting team is responsible for getting the pitch count form from the concession stand, maintaining the pitch count and turning it back to the concession stand at the end of the game.
10. If there is a dispute during the game that cannot be worked out during the game, continue play, make clear that you will protest and then contact player rep after game.
11. Catcher's Courtesy Runner: when there are two (2) out and the catcher is on base, a courtesy runner is allowed. However the substitute runner must be the player who made the 2nd out in that inning.
12. During the Spring season, the only coaches permitted on the fields during live play are the batting team’s first and third base coaches.
13. The Umpire shall enforce Rule 8.03 related to warm up pitches and the one (1) minute time limit is to be imposed between half innings.
- 8.03 (BASEBALL) -- When a pitcher takes a position at the beginning of each inning, that pitcher shall be permitted to pitch not to exceed eight preparatory pitches to the catcher or other teammate acting in the capacity of catcher, during which play shall be suspended. Such preparatory pitches shall not consume more than one minute of time. If a sudden emergency causes a pitcher to be summoned into the game without any opportunity to warm up, the umpire-in-chief shall allow the pitcher as many pitches as the umpire deems necessary.
Major League Baseball
1. Games will be played using a continuous batting order.
2. Catcher's Courtesy Runner: when there are two (2) out and the catcher is on base, a courtesy runner is allowed. However the substitute runner must be the player who made the 2nd out in that inning.
3. Length of games: Games will be 6 innings long. No new innings can begin in any game after the 1 hour 45 minute mark, and there is a two hour drop dead stoppage time for all Majors games that have another game waiting to be played afterward. The game time will start at the published starting time.
4. The Umpire shall enforce Rule 8.03 related to warm up pitches and the one (1) minute time limit is to be imposed between half innings.
- 8.03 (BASEBALL) -- When a pitcher takes a position at the beginning of each inning, that pitcher shall be permitted to pitch not to exceed eight preparatory pitches to the catcher or other teammate acting in the capacity of catcher, during which play shall be suspended. Such preparatory pitches shall not consume more than one minute of time. If a sudden emergency causes a pitcher to be summoned into the game without any opportunity to warm up, the umpire-in-chief shall allow the pitcher as many pitches as the umpire deems necessary.
