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Some parents in a local Little League district have discussed naming the all star roster at the beginning of the season next spring and having them play on the same team all year. I believe the intent is to give the team a better chance to advance through the All Star tournament. Is this allowed by Little League rules?
Gregg,
According to Little League Tournament rules, Tournament teams may not be announced until June 15th of the given year. If your league announces early, they can be removed from the tournament by Little League International, and quite possibly have their charters revoked.
Announcing early is a MAJOR rule violation, and I suggest you let your board know it is in violation of the rules.
I hope this has helped. Should you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to ask!
-Martin Hoover
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| Comment | Thank you Martin. Surprisingly, it is one of the board members who has suggested this idea. I'll be talking with some other board members and parents to make sure it doesn't happen. | ||
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Martin Hoover
Expertise
Questions regarding the Rules and Regulations of Little League Baseball and Softball. Questions regarding the history and organization of Little League Baseball at local, state, regional, and international levels. Advise regarding certain operational procedures and recommendations to Local League representatives.
Experience
Volunteer Little League Umpire since 2000; 2003 Little League, Junior League, Senior League and Big League Softball European Regional Umpire; 2005 Little League Softball Western Regional Umpire; Member- Hesperia National(Hesperia, CA) Little League Board of Directors(2003-2004); President- Hesperia National Little League Board of Directors(2005-Present); 2007 Junior Softball Western Regional Umpire
Organizations
Little League Baseball, Inc is the main operational center. I fall under Little League Western Region, and California District 49. I currently serve as President of the Hesperia National Little League Board of Directors.
Education/Credentials
Western Regional Junior Umpire School(2000)(Named Outstanding Junior Umpire of the Western Region Area); Instructor - Little League Baseball Western Regional Outreach Clinics
Awards and Honors
Outstanding Junior Umpire of the Western Regional Area(2000)
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