9U (Rookie) Division

 Beaumont Minor Baseball - 9U - FAQs

What ages are eligible to play?

Children born in 2015 or 2016

When are the nights of play?

The nights of play are dependent on how many children register and may change throughout the season.

What does the season look like?

The season start is dependent on weather but the goal is to start the first week of May.  The regular season ends the last week of June.  Playoffs start first week of July and is single game elimination.

Where do we play?   

Most practices are held in Beaumont, however due to lack of diamonds you may have to attend New Sarepta.

How many players on a field?  

There are 9 players on a field with each regular baseball position.  The pitcher stands beside or behind the coach that is pitching.  

Do the kids pitch?  

No they do not. Coaches give the kids four pitches.  If they strikeout the first time, they get to use the tee, every other at bat is an out.

Do they use hardballs? 

Only the Pre-Competitive division use hardballs and only in practice.

What options does my daughter have in relation to playing baseball?

The 2021 season had two all-girls team at the 9U league.  They played within Beaumont Rookie league, but were eligible to attend all-girls tournaments.  

What does Pre-Competitive mean?

In 2020, a Pre-competitive Division was created to work on more advanced skills. This team did not play in the Beaumont league, their games were dependent on coaching staff finding tournaments and exhibition games.  

For any other questions please contact Rookie director Warren at DirectorRookie@beaumontminorball.com

9U Rules: https://cloud.rampinteractive.com/beaumontminorball/files/Rules%202019.docx