FAQs

1. What is Glendale Little League (GLL) and what communities does it serve?

Glendale Little League in Glendale, Wisconsin, is a chartered member of Little League International, with participants from Glendale, River Hills, Bayside, and Fox Point, Wisconsin communities.

Nearly 400 players from ages 5 through 14 participate in 4 divisions. 

Founded in 1970, Glendale Little League teams have participated at the State, Regional, and National levels of the Little League International tournament.

We're proud of our league's success, but even more proud of the high quality young men and women who have played on our fields and represented our league so well since 1970. 

The goal of Glendale Little League is to instill a lifelong love of the game of baseball for all of our players by teaching fundamentals, stressing teamwork, reinforcing the importance of hard work and -- most importantly -- having fun!

2.  Can I still register my child if we are outside of the boundaries of the communities listed above?

Yes, however you will likely have to go through a process which requires you to be released from your little league (with a reason for the transfer) and to be approved for a transfer to GLL.  Please notify us via [email protected] are we would be happy to help you navigate the transfer process. 

3. How do I register my child for GLL?

If you have previously registered a child for GLL, you will already have an account established.  Click on the link below or go to glendalelittleleague.com and click on “LOGIN” in the upper right-hand corner of the page and enter your credentials.  It will show you the available programs to register your child for.

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4. When does registration open and close for spring baseball?

Registration for spring baseball typically opens in early December and remains open through mid-April for tee ball and the Rookies division.  It closes in mid-February for the Juniors, Majors and Minors divisions because player evaluations are scheduled around that time and teams are established shortly thereafter.  Some late registrations may be accepted on a waitlist basis once the sizes of the teams have been established.

5. When does the season start and end for spring baseball?

For the Juniors, Major and Minors divisions, spring baseball games begin the last week in April.  Coaches may decide to hold practices as early as the beginning of April.  The spring season continues through mid-June and there are typically playoffs following the end of the regular season.

For the Rookies division, spring baseball games begin in early May.  Coaches may decide to hold practices as early as April.  The spring season continues through early July and there are typically playoffs following the end of the regular season.

For tee ball, games begin in mid to late May and continue through mid July.

6. When does registration open/close for fall baseball?

For all divisions, registration for fall baseball typically opens late July/early August.

7. When does the season start and end for fall baseball?

For all divisions (except tee ball), fall baseball runs from late August to early October.

For tee ball, there are two sessions of fall baseball: the first session runs 3 Saturdays or 3 Sundays in August and the second session runs 3 Saturdays or 3 Sundays in September.

8. What are the age ranges/grades for the various divisions?

Juniors: The Juniors league plays on our full-sized diamond and offers the complete baseball experience to our players. This league is for players in 7th and 8th grade (12 to 14 years of age).

Majors: The Majors league allows players to develop even further and brings some more advanced concepts into play. This league is for players in 5th and 6th grade (11 to 12 years of age).

Minors: The Minors league allows players to continue to develop their skills and learn about the full baseball experience, including pitching. This league is for players in 3rd and 4th grade (9 to 10 years of age).

Rookies - Machine Pitch: This 2nd step in the Rookies division provides a bit more of a challenge in learning the game of baseball for younger players. A pitching machine is used to provide a consistent delivery and ensure a fun, competitive atmosphere. This league is for players in 1st and 2nd grade (6 to 8 years of age).  It is strongly recommended that players registering for this division have completed at least 1 year of machine pitch or coach pitch.

Rookies - Coach Pitch: This 1st step in the Rookies division provides a great next step in learning the game of baseball for younger players. Coach Pitch is a technique where players bat at a baseball that is safely pitched to them by their coach. It bridges the gap for the sometimes challenging transition between tee ball and machine pitch.  This league is for players in K5 and 1st grade (5 to 7 years of age).  It is strongly recommended that players registering for this division have already completed at least 1 year of tee ball.

Tee Ball: Tee Ball is for ages 4-6 (grades K4 and K5), as an introduction to Glendale Little League. This is a non-competitive program open to children with little or no previous baseball experience. Participants will learn the basic fundamentals of baseball and organized games will be played but scores and standings will not be kept. Games will be played on Saturday mornings at rotating times at either Parkway Elementary School or Glendale Little League fields.

9. How many games are played per week and what days of the week?

The number of games per week depends on the division your child plays in.

Juniors: Juniors typically play 2-3 games per week and games are scheduled on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Majors: Majors typically play 2-3 games per week and games are scheduled on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Minors: Minors typically play 2-3 games per week and games are scheduled on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.

Rookies: Rookies typically play 1-2 games per week and games are scheduled on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Tee Ball: Tee ball plays 1 game per week and games are scheduled on Saturday mornings at rotating times between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.

10. How often will the teams practice during the week?

The number of practices is determined by each division and coach, but typically teams in all divisions with the exception of tee ball practice one day per week.

11. Do you honor requests to have players placed on the same teams together?

We try to honor requests for players to play together, but requests are limited to the tee ball and Rookies divisions only.

12. What are player evaluations and when do they take place?

Player evaluations are open to all players registered to play in the Juniors, Majors and Minors divisions.  Players are evaluated for skills in batting, fielding, catching and throwing.  There are no “cuts” from these evaluations.  This information is used in forming the teams in these divisions to ensure there is a balance of skill levels.

13. When will I find out what team my child is on?

After teams are assembled in late-February, early-March, you will receive an email from your child’s coach welcoming them to the team.

14, When will I find out the game schedule for my child’s team?

Schedules typically come out in late March and will be put into an app called GameChanger.  Families of players will be invited to the app through the email address they provided during the registration process and will then have access to the practice and game schedule for their child.

15. Where are the games played?

Games for the Juniors, Majors and Minors divisions are played at Glendale Little League Complex located at 1401 W. Civic Drive in Glendale or Good Hope School located at 2315 West Good Hope Road in Glendale.

Games for the Rookies divisions are played at Glendale Little League Complex.

Games for tee ball are played at either the Glendale Little League Complex or Parkway Elementary School located at 5910 N Milwaukee River Pkwy in Glendale.

16. What size uniform should I order for my child?

Uniforms are ordered through Burghardt Sporting Goods.  Sizing for jerseys runs similar to youth sizes.  Sizing for pants runs small in the waist and long in length.  When you receive your child’s uniform, unworn pants with the tags on them can be exchanged at Burghardt’s if they have the desired size in stock.

17. What is your refund policy if my child decides not to or cannot participate in the season?

Requests for refunds are assessed on a case-by-case basis and depend upon the costs incurred at the time of the cancellation.  Should you find yourself in a situation where you need to request a refund, please contact us at [email protected]

18. What type of gear do I need to provide for my child versus what is supplied by the league?

Most teams in all divisions will have an extra batting helmet available and catcher’s gear.  Team uniforms are provided by the league and include hats, jerseys, pants and socks.  Tee ball uniforms consist of jerseys and hats only.

Items you should purchase for your child include a baseball glove, cleats and a bat.  Optional items you can purchase for your child include a belt, batting gloves, batting helmet, and baseball bag.