Grant Park Baseball is a local volunteer organization in Atlanta, GA that organizes a spring (March-May) league for boys and girls 4 years old through 5th grade. All games are played at the baseball field in Grant Park.
Who plays in T-Ball and Rookie Divisions?
T-Ball is for boys and girls aged 4 to 6. We are trying something new this year. We are going to have a separate “Rookie League” division where 4 year olds will practice and play on Saturdays only. Our regular t-ball division for 5 and 6 years will have teams that have 1 practice per week (either a weeknight practice or a Sunday afternoon practice depending on which team you have been assigned to).
Who plays in Coach Pitch Minor Division?
Minor League DivisionThe Coach Pitch Minor League Division is for kids typically in second and third grade (ages 7 and 8).
Who plays in Major Division?
The Major League Division is for kids in fourth and fifth grade (ages 9 and 10, although 5th graders who have turned 11 can play as well). This year we are experimenting with kid pitch for a few innings a game.
When are games played?
Games are on Saturdays. The first games start at 9. The final games of each day usually end
no later 6pm, although a later time might be required depending on the number of teams we have in each league. Each team plays one game on Saturday. Some teams may not play if they are having a “bye” week (which may occur if we have an odd number of teams in a particular league). A proposed season schedule will be posted on our website. This schedule is preliminary and is subject to change.
When are practices?
Each team practices once per week. Teams will be assigned either a weekday practice slot
(Monday through Friday, typically starting at 5:30 or 6:00 depending on the coach). Some
teams will be assigned a Sunday practice slot (Sunday practice times are between 1:00 and 5:00
to accommodate worship schedules)
Where are games and practices?
All games and practices will be at the Grant Park baseball field. We may use other fields for
make-up games as necessary.
What does registration fee cover?
We provide a full baseball uniform: hat, jersey, pants, and socks.
Do I need my own equipment (Rookie, T-Ball and Minor)?
Each child needs to provide his or her own glove. Cleats are optional (metal cleats are not allowed). We supply helmets for each team to use. You are not required to have your own bat; a number of coaches supply bats for their teams to use (however, please note that the league does not supply bats). If your child chooses to get their own bat, check out this guide.
What about equipment for Major?
You need the same things for Major as other divisions. In addition, Major players will be required to wear masks on there helmet. We will provide helmets, but if a child has their own helmet they will have to get the mask attachment. In addition, catchers are required to wear athletic cups.