Below are some frequently asked questions and their answers. If you have a question and do not see the answer below, please contact us at [email protected]
- Where are your fields located?
- Is there a master schedule for games and practices?
- When does the season start and end?
- When will I get more information about the practices/games/the season?
- How do I contact Southside Little League if I have a question?
- Tell me more about the league
- What divisions do you have and what are the age groups?
- Do you offer softball?
- My kid's birthday is on MMM-DD-YYYY. What division does he or she qualify for?
- Does the league offer scholarships and how can I apply for one?
- What days and times are practices and games?
- What equipment do I need to purchase?
- Does SLL provide uniforms? If so, what is included and what do we need to buy?
- What should my player bring to a practice?
- What should my player bring to a game?
- How do I volunteer with Southside Little League?
Where are your fields located?
We use several fields around the Rochester area; School 12, Marie Daly Park, Genesee Valley Park. Our home fields are at School 12, 999 South Ave.
Is there a master schedule for games and practices?
Yes - this is updated on a season by season basis and can be found here
When does the season start and end?
Spring Opening day T-Ball and Rookies levels usually starts at the end of April. Minors and majors may start to practice earlier but games won't begin until opening day. See here for current season dates.
When will I get more information about the practices/games/the season?
Coaches will reach out to parents via email a couple weeks before the start of the season to communicate information about practices, games and the rest of the details.
How do I contact Southside Little League if I have a question?
The best way to connect with us is sending an email to [email protected]
Tell me more about the league?
The league was started in 1954 by a number of families located in the Highland Park/South Wedge neighborhoods. Some of the family members are still involved with the league today as sponsors. We pride ourselves on promoting a fun and welcoming environment focused on teaching baseball/softball fundamentals, working hard and living our motto of building community through baseball.
What divisions do you have and what are the age groups?
We offer
- T-Ball for boys and girls - ages 4 to 6
- Rookies baseball (boys) and softball (girls) - ages 6 to 8
- Minors baseball (boys) and softball (girls) - ages 8 to 10
- Majors baseball (boys) and softball (girls) - ages 11 to 12
- Older levels - we do occasionally offer older divisions depending on interest.
Do you offer softball?
Yes - we offer softball at the Rookies, Minors and Majors levels
My kid's birthday is on MMM-DD-YYYY. What division does he or she qualify for?
We use the Little League Age Calculator to determine. Please enter your child birthdate into calculator at this website - https://www.littleleague.org/play-little-league/determine-league-age/
Does the league offer scholarships and how can I apply for one?
Yes - we have a limited number of scholarships available to anyone that wants to participate in the league and don't feel they have the financial resources to do so. The scholarships are first come first served and can be used to pay for part or all of a registration fee. We don't ask for any proof of need. All we ask is if someone would like to take advantage of a scholarship that they let us know which program they are interested in and what percentage of the registration fee they want to have covered. Then you can sign-up for the program that interests your player, pay whatever percentage you can and the league will cover the rest. Please send us an email at [email protected] is you are interested in a scholarship.
What days and times are practices and games?
The times for Spring practices and games will vary depending on the division. Fall Ball has its own schedule which will communicated by the coach.
In general, we use the following schedule in the Spring. Games times will vary at the minor and majors divisions.
T-Ball:
- T-Ball - Wed at 6:00 PM. Saturday at 9:00 AM - School 12
Baseball:
- Rookies Baseball - Mon at 6:00 PM. Saturday at 10:15 AM - School 12
- Minors Baseball - Tue at 6:00 PM. Thur at 6:00 PM. Saturday at 11:30 AM - Practice: School 12. Game times and location will vary.
- Majors Baseball - Mon at 6:00 PM. Wed at 6:00 PM. Saturday at 1:00 PM - Practice: School 12. Game times and location will vary
Softball:
- Rookies Softball - Mon at 6:00 PM. Saturday at 9:00 AM - Marie Daly
- Minors Softball - Mon at 6:00 PM. Wed at 6:00 PM. Saturday at 10:15 AM - Practice: Marie Daly. Game times and location will vary
- Majors Softball - Tue at 6:00 PM. Thur at 6:00 PM. Saturday at 12:00 PM - Practice: Marie Daly. Game times and location will vary.
In all cases, the coach will reach out to the families before the season starts with times and dates of practices and games.
What equipment do I need to purchase?
Equipment needs will vary based on division. Coaches will provide a list to each family but in general this is the equipment each family will need to provide at each level:
- T-Ball - Glove, Water Bottle
- Rookies - Glove, Water Bottle
- Minors - Glove, Water Bottle, Pants, Protective Cup for boys. Optional - Cleats
- Majors - Minors - Glove, Water Bottle, Pants, Protective Cup for boys. Optional - Cleats
Does SLL provide uniforms? If so, what is included and what do we need to buy?
Yes - we provide a shirts/jersey and a hat for all levels. See the equipment FAQ for a list of other required and optional equipment.
What should my player bring to a practice?
Glove, water bottle, and a good attitude. The coach will let parents know if anything else is required.
What should my player bring to a game?
This depends on the division. The coach will let each family know what to bring to games
How do I volunteer with Southside Little League?
If you are interested in volunteering in a coach or non-coach position please contact us at [email protected]. Background checks are required for all volunteer coach positions.