When is registration?

Registration begins November 15th  and ends January 15th for all divisions. Unfortunately, no late registrations will be allowed.

What are the registration fees?

Fees for the 2026 season are as follows:

Challenger

$45.00

What are Big Deal Cards?

Big Deal Cards are BSLL's primary fundraiser in which all players participate. The proceeds provide much needed funds to help maintain fields and equipment and keep registration fees as low as possible.

On your first day of practice, your coach will hand out 5 big deal cards per player. You are free to sell cards for $10 each and keep those funds to offset your pre-paid fundraising fee at registration.

**If you want to sell MORE than 5 cards, you can reach out to [email protected] to purchase additional sets of cards.

What does my registration include?

Your registration includes the team uniform (jersey, cap, socks, and belt) depending on which uniform combination we order. Note: T-Ball and Farm will not receive belts. In addition, registration fees cover field maintenance, district fees, and administrative costs necessary to run the program.

What do I need to provide for my child? 

You will need to provide a softball/baseball glove, cleats or pants. All players are required to have a softball/baseball glove, cleats and pants (gray for baseball and black for softball).

Additional items to consider:

• USA Bat, size dependent on player, click here. (BSLL will have bats available for use)

• Batting Gloves

• Bag to contain gear

• Helmet (BSLL will have helmets available for use)

What division should my child play in?

Our divisions are based on your child's LEAGUE AGE, which may be different from their actual age. For help determining your child's league age, click here.

Our baseball divisions are generally broken up into the following:

Our softball divisions are: 

Can my daughter play baseball instead of softball? Can my son play softball instead of baseball?

Girls can choose to play baseball instead of softball, but unfortunately boys must register to play baseball only.

What is the boundary to determine whether I should play in Bend South Little League?

Starting with the 2026 season, children at the youngest level of the Little League Baseball and Softball program (League Age 4-7) will have the ability to register for any Little League program they choose, without respect to any geography- or school-related eligibility requirements. Those players who register under this option will also be fully eligible to participate in all aspects of league play, including International Tournament play, for the duration of their Little League careers provided they have continuous and unbroken participation within the specific league where initially registered and provided all other participation eligibility requirements have been met.

Children league age 8 and above must reside within Bend South Little League boundaries, or be enrolled in a school within these boundaries, in order to play in Bend South Little League and/or be eligible for our All-star teams. If you reside north of the boundary, you will register with Bend North Little League. If you reside south of the boundary, you will register with La Pine Hawks Little League. 

Bend South Little League encompasses the south portion of the city of Bend south through Three Rivers Elementary School boundary. The dividing lines are:

• South of Highway 20

• South of Greenwood Avenue

• South of Galveston Avenue

• South of Skyline / Tumalo Falls Road

• North of Rosland Elementary School boundary

• North of La Pine Elementary School boundary

Why do I have to show an original birth certificate?

The International Little League rules require that proof of age must be obtained. Proof of age will also have to be shown again if the player is selected to the All-Star Tournament team.

When does the season begin? How long is the season?

Games for the 2026 season will begin April 6th with T-Ball starting closer to mid-April. Teams will practice for approximately two weeks before games begin. Games will last through the end of May/beginning of June.

Why does my child need to attend assessments?

For baseball and softball players in Minors, Majors, and Juniors (league age 9+), we use a player draft supported by skill assessments to create balanced teams. Assessments are required for these levels. This draft format is built with one goal in mind: what’s best for the kids. By spreading talent across every team, we create fair matchups, stronger coaching opportunities, and a season where every player can grow, contribute, and feel proud of their team.

Players do not need to stress over the skills assessment. There will be NO cuts. All players will make a team. Players will be assessed on base running, fielding, throwing, catching, and batting earning a score of 1 through 5. Other attributes assessed will be attitude, focus, and hustle.

Coaches draft throughout the process with an emphasis on balance, so each roster includes a healthy mix of experience and developing players. We also actively monitor team needs as the draft unfolds to prevent gaps or overloads in key positions and skill sets. The result is an even playing field, better games, and a more positive, confidence-building experience for every kid in the league.

What equipment will my child need? What is provided by BSLL and what will I need to provide?

Bend South Little League provides each child with a jersey, hat and socks that they may keep at the end of the season. Belts will be provided for Rookies divisions and above. Your child will need a glove, pants, and appropriate footwear. Baseball pants should be gray and softball pants should be black. Team bats and batting helmets are also provided by BSLL. 

Can my child be placed on his/her friend’s team?

Non-competitive divisions (T-ball, Farm, and Rookies) will form teams based on school or coach request. Competitive division teams will be selected through a player draft process informed by player assessments.

How often are games and practices?

Schedules vary from team to team and between divisions.  Plan on 3 Little League commitments each week, whether practices or games, understanding that each week will be different. Once games begin, teams generally have one game during the week and one game on Saturday, with a practice sometime during the week. Weekday game times are typically at 5:30 pm, while Saturday game times vary.

T-Ball teams do not have separate practice and game times. They meet twice a week for 90 minutes each, practicing for the first 45 minutes, then playing a game for the last 45 minutes.

What is the league's policy for playing time?

Bend South Little League follows the national guidelines for Mandatory Play.