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Recommended for ballplayers ages 9-10.

12U Division Players who turn 13 prior to May 1 of the current season are not eligible unless they are in the 6th grade. Also, any player turning 14 prior to August 1 will not be eligible. Players who are 12u are eligible for this division regardless of their grade.

Babe Ruth Baseball League was created for ballplayers ages 13-15 who wished to continue their baseball playing experience beyond 12. Founded in 1951, Babe Ruth Baseball League was created for ballplayers ages 13-15 who wished to continue their baseball playing experience beyond the age of 12.

Designed primarily for ballplayers ages 7-8, this division makes use of a pitching machine to allow for more hittable balls at the plate and more action in the field. Fear of actually being hit by a pitched ball is diminished. It makes the game safer and improves the playing confidence and ability of all participants.

Major/70: The most experienced level of Cal Ripken Baseball, recommended for players ages 11-12. Cal Ripken baseball is played under the Official Baseball Rules, but implements some special rules as necessary for the development and welfare of this young age group.

He made his minor league debut at just 19 years old and grew to become one of the most well known baseball players of all time. Even though he started with the Boston Red Sox, Ruth was later traded to the New York Yankees.

‍13-year-olds are not allowed to participate in the Little League World Series, but there are other divisions where they can participate. Children aged 12 to 14 can participate in the Junior League Baseball World Series.

1 – Age Range: Little League is open to children ages 4-16, while Cal Ripken Baseball is open to children ages 4-12. 2 – Field Size: Little League uses smaller fields than Cal Ripken Baseball. The distance between the bases is 60 feet in Little League, while it is 70 feet in Cal Ripken Baseball.