Players are assigned to an age level (10U, 12U, etc.) based on birth year. There will normally be players from three school grades at any one age level.

As numbers permit, one or more teams will be formed for each age group.

The Board will determine the make-up of the teams depending on the talent level involved with the input from coaches and independent evaluators. 

Ideal team size is targeted for 12 players.  However, actual team size may vary due to total players registered at each age level.

If registration numbers reflect the formation of only one team at a level, the Board may vote to not require tryouts for that level.

Generally the following will apply:

10U - the decision on level of play, “Black” (A division), “Sting” (B division) as well as the level the team will be registered with the league (A, B, C) will be evaluated each year by the Team Formation Committee and approved by the Executive Board.  This decision can be related to numbers, general talent and/or pitchers and catchers. Player distribution at 10U will be at the discretion of the Board.

12U and up - Assuming there are enough players to form 2 teams, there will be a “Black” (A division) team followed by a “Sting” (B division) team. The level the team will be registered with the league (A, B, C) will be evaluated each year by the Team Formation Committee and approved by the Executive Board. Selection of players for the “Black” (A division) team will be determined by the criteria established under the team selection and tryout sections.

While not restricted to the “Black” (A division) teams, the “Sting” (B division) teams are more likely to play a heavier schedule of tournaments, play tougher competition, practice more often and may attend an out of town tournament.