Welcome to La Pine Sports Academy

Program Information

Hawks Little League is proud to operate under La Pine Sports Academy with a focus on player development, competitive growth, character building, and community involvement. Our program serves baseball and softball athletes from Tee Ball through Juniors, providing a structured pathway that prepares players for middle school, high school, and beyond.

We believe in teaching the fundamentals the right way, developing confidence through competition, and creating an environment where athletes learn resilience, teamwork, and accountability.

Season Timeline

Our Hawks Little League season runs from late winter through early summer.

Registration Opens: November 20

Registration Closes: January 31

Player Evaluations (Minors, Majors, Juniors): February 8

Team Announcements: Within one week of evaluations

Practices Begin:

• Coach Pitch, Minors, Majors, Juniors – March 23

• Tee Ball – Week of March 30 (Team Meeting & Uniform Distribution)

Opening Ceremonies: April 4

Games Begin: April 6

Regular Season Length: Approximately 8–10 weeks

Tournament Play (Minors, Majors, Juniors): June 7–13

Dates are subject to facility availability and weather conditions.

League Structure

Divisions

Baseball (Co-ed)

Tee Ball: League Age 4–6

Rookies / Coach Pitch: League Age 6–8

Minors: League Age 8–10

Majors: League Age 11–12

Juniors: League Age 13–14

Softball

Rookies / Coach Pitch: League Age 6–8

Minors: League Age 8–10

Majors: League Age 11–12

Juniors: League Age 13–14

Division placement is based on Little League Age guidelines.

Player Evaluations & Team Formation

Evaluations are mandatory for Minors, Majors, and Juniors divisions. These assessments allow coaches to conduct a fair and balanced draft process in accordance with Little League International rules.

Balanced teams are critical to maintaining competitive integrity and player development across the league.

Friend or coach requests are allowed in Tee Ball and Rookies but are not permitted in draft divisions.

Tournament Philosophy

At Hawks Little League, competition is embraced as an essential part of growth.

Tournament play provides players with the opportunity to:

• Compete at a higher level

• Learn resilience and mental toughness

• Represent their community with pride

• Experience preparation under pressure

While development is always the priority, we believe competition teaches life skills that extend far beyond the field. Winning is earned through preparation, teamwork, and discipline. Losing is an opportunity to learn, adjust, and improve.

Our goal is to prepare athletes not only for the next level of baseball or softball, but for the challenges they will face in life.

Equipment Information

Provided by the League

• Jersey

• Cap

• Team bats

• Helmets

• Catcher’s gear

Provided by Families

• Glove

• Pants (Gray for baseball, Black for softball)

• Socks

• Belt

• Cleats

• Optional personal gear (bat, batting gloves, helmet, bag)

Sock and belt colors are determined by each Team Manager.

Weekly Schedule Expectations

Players should expect approximately three league activities per week, which may include games and practices.

Game schedules are structured to maximize field availability and player development.

Playing Time Policy

Hawks Little League follows Little League International Mandatory Play rules to ensure equitable participation throughout the regular season.

Use of Registration Funds

Hawks Little League operates as part of La Pine Sports Academy, a nonprofit organization.

Registration fees support:

• Field maintenance and improvements

• Equipment upgrades

• District and charter fees

• Umpire development programs

• Administrative costs

• Player clinics and training opportunities

Our goal is long-term sustainability and continuous improvement of the program.

Volunteer Expectations

Our league depends on volunteer support to operate successfully.

Families may choose to volunteer or select the Volunteer Opt-Out Fee option during registration. Volunteers assist with field prep, concessions, game operations, and league events.

Community involvement is a key part of what makes Hawks Little League strong.