Colorado Springs Little League

CSLL 2026 Key Dates & Information

January 2nd - Registration Opens

- Payment Plans & Scholarships available (limited)

- Special requests made here (coaches, teams, etc) for consideration & approval

- Jersey size for player added at registration

- Volunteer for coaches (Head, Assistants) and team parents made during process

Mid-February – CSLL Coaches Clinic TBD

- Mandatory training for all coaches

End of February / Early March – Players Evaluations and Draft (coaches only)

- Baseball: Returning players on the same team do not have to assess. New players, players changing divisions, must assess.

- Softball: All teams will be re-drafted, and all players must assess.

- Players to bring glove, bat, cleats or athletic shoes (or indoor try-outs), water and layers (even indoors it may be cold)

- Sign-up Genius to be sent to select available time slots

- Evaluations are 1 hour only and will test basic skills (throwing, catching, hitting, pitching)

Mid-March – Teams are announced

- Practices can begin after teams are formed

End of March – Regular Season Schedule Published

April 1^st – Season Begins

- Approximately 2-3 games per week, varies by division

April 4^th – Opening Ceremonies / TBD

Mid-May – Allstar Tryouts / TBD

- Allstar teams announced end of May

End of May / Early June – End of Season Tournaments

Beginning of June – Fall Registration Opens

June – July – Allstar team practices

July – early August – Allstar Tournaments (District, State, Regionals, World Series

End of July / Early August – Fall Season Details Announced

Questions? Contact: [email protected]

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the season begin and end? Do you only offer a spring season?

When do registrations for the fall baseball season begin?

How do I register?

What are the registration boundaries?

What if I missed registration for CSLL? Where can my child still play baseball?

May I play with CSLL even though I don't live within your boundaries?

If my child played with CSLL last year but moved out of the league boundaries, can we continue to play with CSLL?

What are the required forms to be eligible for All-Star Play (Tournament Play)?

What are the age divisions?

Can my child play in a different age division then they are supposed to be in?

Do I sign my younger child up in Tee Ball or Machine Pitch?

What is the cost?

May I get a refund if we decide not to play or registered in the wrong league?

What is included with the registration cost? What equipment do I need to purchase?

How are players placed on teams?

Evaluations information, and why are there evaluations for the older divisions?

What if my child misses evaluations or chooses not to go?

When are teams announced?

When and where are practices held?

How many games will be played?

How long is the season?

What days will games be played?

How long does each game last?

Where are games played?

Okay, I've signed up... now what?

What if the weather looks bad? Who do I call?

How do I volunteer to be a coach or umpire?

I have a complaint about a coach/umpire/rule, etc.?

What are the Current Bat Rules?

What fundraising does CSLL have?

How do I become a Sponsor?

Do you offer Scholarships/Rate Reduction?

When does the season begin and end? Do you only offer a spring season?

Registration for Spring 2026 season will open January 2, 2026.
Divisions fill up quickly and registration may close before February 28th, so please register early.
Player evaluations (for Minors, Majors, Intermediate (50/70) and Junior/Senior divisions) will take place immediately after registration closes.
- Returning players on the same team do not have to assess
- New players, players changing divisions, must assess
- For questions, please contact us.
Teams will be announced prior to March 15th and shortly after the registration deadline and evaluations have completed.
Teams may start meeting for practices after March 15th.
Games will begin on or after April 1st and end the first week of June.
End of season tournament will begin immediately after the regular season ends.

If you missed registration please see What if I missed registration for CSLL? Where can my child still play baseball? Please also see How do I register? for the online registration link. Please also see How long is the season? for further information.

CSLL offers baseball throughout the entire year! Spring Season (March - June), All-Stars (June-August), Fall Season (August - October), Winter Clinics/Season (January - March)

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When do registrations for the fall baseball season begin?

Fall 2026 registration opens on June 1st and runs through August.
Practices will begin after August 15th.
Games will begin late-August/beginning-September. The season will run through mid-October.

There are NO evaluations for the Fall Season.

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How do I register?

On-line on the website at: http://www.coloradospringslittleleague.com/ and go to "My Account"

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What are the registration boundaries?

CSLL's boundaries serve Central, South and West Colorado Springs. Basically everywhere south of Garden of the Gods Rd./Austin Bluffs Blvd./Stetson Hills Blvd, and as far east as Marksheffel Rd.
If you live north of these streets, then you may reside in Academy Little League or Tri-Lakes boundaries. If you live east of our boundaries you may reside in High Plains boundaries.
Academy Little League: https://www.academylittleleague.org/
Tri Lakes Little League: http://www.trilakeslittleleague.com/
High Plains Little League: https://www.highplainsll.com/

Boundaries may differ for Girls Softball, Juniors and Seniors. Contact us at [email protected]. For more information please also visit the boundary map page here.

If you receive an error during registration regarding your territory, you can push it through given the information above.

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What if I missed registration for CSLL? Where can my child still play baseball?

If you missed registration and we are no longer accepting late registrants please visit Colorado Springs Parks and Recreation Youth Sports for summer T-ball, Baseball, and Softball. More information can be found here: https://coloradosprings.gov/parks-recreation-and-cultural-services/page/youth-sports

There are also other summer and fall programs available (these programs are not associated with Little League or Colorado Springs Parks and Recreation):
www.coloradospringsummerbaseball.com and www.coloradospringsfallbaseball.com

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May I play with CSLL even though I don't live within your boundaries?

Yes, with an approved waiver from Little League Int'l. Additionally, eligibility for the Allstar tournament in the summer will have to be approved by Little League Int'l as well, and it's not an easy process. If there is any doubt or questions, contact the Registrar, [email protected], immediately.

If you receive an error during registration regarding your territory, you can push it through given the information above.

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If my child played with CSLL last year but moved out of the league boundaries, can we continue to play with CSLL?

Yes. You will be asked to provide proof of your old address and your current address. Your child WILL be eligible for All-Stars. This is an authorized Little League exception.

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What are the required forms to be eligible for All-Star Play (Tournament Play)?

Parents these forms need to be completed! Please bring these forms and other required documentation to the All Star Tryouts!
http://www.littleleague.org/assets/forms_pubs/Tournament-Player-Verification.pdf
http://www.littleleague.org/Assets/forms_pubs/school-enrollment-form.pdf (Needed if you live outside of boundaries but attend school in boundaries) This must be completed at the beginning of the season when registering.
Go here to get certified copy of Birth Certificate (if needed): http://www.vitalchek.com/

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What are the age divisions? (Ages as of 31 August for the upcoming season, See Age Determination Date Page)

Please also see Divisions Page Here.

Baseball

Modified Tee Ball - ages 4-6
Rookies (Modified Player/Coach Pitch) - ages 6-8
Minors - ages 8-10
Majors - ages 10-12
Intermediate(50/70) - ages 11-13
Juniors - ages 12-14
Seniors - ages 14-16

Girls Softball (Softball Age Determination differs from baseball, Visit page here)

Tee Ball - ages 4-7
Minors - ages 7-10
Majors - ages 10-12
Juniors - ages 12-14
Seniors - ages 14-16

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Can my child play in a different age division then they are supposed to be in?

For questions or concerns please contact [email protected].

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Do I sign my younger child up in Tee Ball or Machine Pitch?

We are encouraging all 3 (4 by Aug 31) and 4 year olds to sign up for the Tee Ball division. This division is also geared toward any player who has not played baseball or any other team sport before regardless of age. Our new improved Machine Pitch division is for any child who has played a year of Tee Ball and is ready for a more advanced program. This program is designed to be faster paced but still a developmental program. For questions or concerns please contact [email protected].

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What is the cost?

Costs for each division are visible after you create an account for yourself and your child (the division options will appear with the associated cost).

Registration fee must be paid at the time of registration. For questions or concerns please contact [email protected]. CSLL accepts checks and credit cards used with the on-line registration process. Late Fees apply after specified cut-off date - $25.

Challenger League (all age groups) - This is our special needs program: For more information on Challenger please visit: https://www.coloradospringslittleleague.com/Default.aspx?tabid=715224

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May I get a refund if we decide not to play?

There are NO REFUNDS. EXCEPTIONS to this policy are season-ending injury, moving out-of-state (refunds are prorated), or if registered in the wrong league. If you registered in the wrong league and require a refund there will be a $20 processing fee.

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What is included with the registration cost? What equipment do I need to purchase?

Your player will receive a shirt, baseball cap or visor, belt, and socks. Fees collected help pay for field rental, umpire fees, and injury insurance.
Each player must provide his/her own baseball glove, cleats, batting helmet and pants. Each coach/team chooses their own pant color. For specific uniform/equipment concerns please contact [email protected].

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How are players placed on teams?

Modified Tee Ball, Rookies, and Minors Girls Softball are placed generally by zip code and do not attend evaluations (unless league age 8). Player and/or coach requests are also available for Modified Tee Ball, Rookies, and Minors Girls Softball however these requests are not guaranteed.

Majors, 50/70, Juniors, and Seniors are drafted onto teams and will need to attend player evaluations. Player and/or coach requests will be addressed specifically.
- Returning players on the same team do not have to assess
- New players, players changing divisions, must assess

There are no refunds given simply because you do not like what team your player is placed on.

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Evaluations information and why are there evaluations for the older divisions?

To prevent the perception that teams are unfairly created. Evaluations and the draft process are used to keep players with similar playing ability together while identifying developing or inexperienced players for proper placement in divisions. CSLL's goal is to encourage equitable playing strength of all teams. If you are registering a player for Minors, Majors, 50/70, Juniors or Seniors please be aware that there are evaluations before the season starts.
- Returning players on the same team do not have to assess
- New players, players changing divisions, must assess

Evaluations dates for the 2026 Spring Season are TBD (Baseball) and TBD (Softball).
Location will be at an Indoor Facility and times TBD but typically between 10 AM to 5 PM.
Evaluations for baseball will be all registered players including coaches children. Sign up genius link will be sent soon. If you are unsure whether your player will need to attend evaluations please contact us at: [email protected]. Evaluations are only for registered players.

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What if my child misses evaluations or chooses not to go?

They will still be placed on a team. He or she will be placed on a team by random draw. This is called a Hat Pick.

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When are teams announced?

Spring Seasons: Family Fun Night (or similar event / announcement) around the first week of March
Fall Seasons: One week after Registrations closes

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When and where are practices held?

Each coach decides where and when practices are held (CSLL does not provide practice fields, it is up to the team to locate a field). It is recommended that the teams do not meet more than 4 times a week with practices and games.

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How many games will be played? (approximation based on the number of teams/players)

T-Ball - 10-14
Rookies - 12-14
Minors - 12-14
Majors - 12-14
Intermediate (50/70) - 12-14
Juniors/Seniors- 12-14
Softball - 12-14

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How long is the season?

Spring Season:
Practices may begin immediately after teams are announced around Mid-March.
Games will start around April 1st and continue until the first week of June. There is also an end of season tournament for Rookies, Minors, Majors, 50/70, Juniors, and Softball that will be scheduled after regularly scheduled games.

Fall Season:
Practices may begin immediately after teams are announced.
Game will run from mid-August through mid-October. Fall Season does not have an end of season tournament.

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What days will games be played?

The game schedule varies and will be posted as soon as it is available. In some instances this may be only a few days before games start so please be flexible. It is always recommended to not make any big vacation plans until after the season is over. Most likely, all teams will have at least one weeknight game and one Saturday game. Some teams on occasion may have games three times a week. It is recommended that teams do not meet more that 4 times a week with games and practices. There is also an end of season tournament for Rookies, Minors, Majors, 50/70, Juniors, and Seniors.

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How long does each game last? (We are aware that in some divisions there is not supposed to be an imposed time limit) These are recommended for when there are days when it is needed to schedule multiple games. This allows for the other games to begin on time.

Tee Ball - No new inning after 1 hour.
Rookies and Minors - No new inning after 1 hour 30 minutes.
Majors and Intermediate (50/70) - No new inning after 1 hour 45 minutes.
Juniors/Seniors - No new inning after 2 hours.

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Where are games played?

Our home fields are at Leon Young Sports Complex, 1335 S. Chelton Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80910.
Some games may also be held at Village Green, Wasson Field, Palmer Park, Penrose Park, or Spurgeon Field (at Memorial Park). Some divisions will inter-league with Academy Little League, Tri-Lakes Little League and High Plains Little League where they will travel as far as Monument and Falcon.

Fall games are held at Goose Gossage Park. Some games may also be held at Village Green, Wasson, Spurgeon Field (at Memorial Park).

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Okay, I've signed up... now what?

You should have received a confirmation registration email. If you are unsure if your child is registered or that payment went through please feel free to contact [email protected]. Please check your Spam folder and if you are unsure if you are receiving emails please contact [email protected].

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What if the weather looks bad? Who do I call?

We encourage coaches to notify their players as soon as games are canceled. The best way to get notification from the league is through Facebook. The website may also be updated. Never assume games are canceled without checking with your coach. Weather in Colorado can change quickly!

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How do I volunteer to be a coach or umpire?

Please visit our Volunteer Information page for more information. All volunteers are subject to a background check.

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I have a complaint about a coach/umpire/rule, etc.?

First, you are encouraged to address your concerns with your team’s manager. It is highly recommended that you use the "24 Hour" rule before you complain. Sometimes waiting 24 hours before issuing a complaint allows you to think things through more. If there is no resolution, all complaints should be provided in writing to a division commissioner.

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What are the Current Bat Rules? (Please note these were changes made in the 2018 season)

Please visit the Little League Website here. More information on baseball bats can also be found on the Baseball Bat Resource Page here.

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What fundraising does CSLL have?

We have awesome sponsors!!!

We are also planning to have have a Colorado Springs Little League Day at the Rockies. More information will follow.

All players who attend Colorado Springs Little League’s Day at Coors Field and wear their uniform hat and shirt will have the opportunity to participate in a parade around the warning track during a special pre-game ceremony.
Only two coaches per team are allowed to participate in the parade!

Tickets will be available to purchase.

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How do I become a Sponsor?

Each team is encouraged to have a team sponsor. Team sponsorships are start at $250 (more tiers available). If you are interested in becoming a team, division, or league sponsor, please contact our sponsorship coordinator at [email protected] for more information.

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Do you offer Scholarships/Rate Reduction?

For inquiry about specific scholarships or fee reductions please see this page: here.

You can also apply to the T-Mobile Little League Call Up Grant. More information can be found here: https://www.littleleague.org/call-up-grant-program/

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