The Little League Challenger Division® was founded in 1989, and is Little League’s adaptive baseball program for individuals with physical and intellectual challenges.

Any individual with a physical or intellectual challenge may participate. If an individual can participate in the traditional Little League Baseball or Softball program with reasonable accommodations they should do so. The Little League Challenger Division accommodates players ages 4 to 18; or up to age 22 if still enrolled in school. The Senior League Challenger Division accommodates players ages 15 and above (no maximum age).

Dublin Little League is excited to bring a premier youth softball experience back for this year! Dublin Softball offers a community-based, youth softball organization that provides a place for every girl to play, build confidence, learn life lessons, and compete with their friends. Younger divisions compete solely within Dublin, while older divisions also compete against neighboring communities. The AAA/Minors, Majors, and Juniors divisions culminate their seasons at Softball State or World Series tournaments for the chance to represent their community at the highest levels.

Little League Softball strengthens self-esteem, promotes teamwork and sportsmanship, and develops on-field fundamentals while providing a competitive outlet for girls ages 5 to 14. Registration is now open for the Spring Season at www.dublinll.org. Evaluations for upper divisions will occur in December, with skills clinics, player placement, and lower division evaluations in January. For more information or questions about the program, contact Jean Toler at [email protected]. 

Note: Little League International has changed the online registration process requirements this year mandating that leagues collect proof of residency. The proof of residency is either a school enrollment form or 3 documents establishing Dublin residency. You do not need to do both. You can complete the registration without the proof of residency documents, but you will need to provide the proof of residency by the evaluation date. If the age group you are in doesn't have an evaluation, then residency documentation needs to be provided by February 1".

Single A (Minors)

Single A Softball is for girls 5-8 years old who want to learn the fundamentals of hitting and fielding. In Single A Softball, players hit using a combination of a batting tee and coach soft toss. Rules of the game may be varied to accommodate the need for teaching but primarily focus on fun, fitness, and fundamentals and allow players to experience the value of teamwork. A 10" safety softball is used for this division. No tryouts or draft will be held, teammate requests are accepted but not guaranteed. Parents are strongly encouraged to become involved as managers, coaches, and volunteer in a variety of other capacities.

AA (Minors)

AA Softball is typically for girls 7-9 years old and is operated with a combination of “coach pitch” and “player pitch.” The primary goals of AA Softball are to continue to instruct children in the fundamentals of softball and to allow them to experience the value of teamwork. Players must attend a safety evaluation prior to team placement via a modified draft. A 10" safety softball and a 30-foot pitching distance is used for this division. Parents are strongly encouraged to become involved as managers, coaches, and volunteer in a variety of other capacities.

AAA (Minors)

AAA Softball is typically for girls 8-11 years old and is operated primarily with "player pitch," though some "coach pitch" may be incorporated during interleague play as necessary. The primary goals of AAA Softball are to strengthen on-field fundamentals and provide a competitive environment for girls to build self-esteem and confidence while encouraging teamwork and sportsmanship. Players will attend evaluations prior to team placement via a player draft. An 11" softball and a 35-foot pitching distance is used for this division. A Tournament Team (or “All Stars”) may be selected for post-season play from within this division, and the team may enter the State Tournament. Parents are strongly encouraged to become involved as managers, coaches, and volunteer in a variety of other capacities.

Majors Division

The Little League Softball® division (also known as the Major Division) is for players 10-12 years old. A 12" softball and a 40-foot pitching distance is used for this more competitive division. A Tournament Team (or “All Stars”) may be selected for post-season play from within this division, and the team may enter the International Tournament. The culmination of the International Tournament is the Girls Little League Softball World Series, featuring teams from around the world. Parents are strongly encouraged to become involved as managers, coaches, and volunteer in a variety of other capacities.

Junior Division

The Junior League Softball division is a competitive program for players 12-14 years old. A 12" softball and a 43-foot pitching distance is used for this division. A Tournament Team (or “All Stars”) may be selected for post-season play from within this division, and the team may enter the International Tournament. The culmination of the International Tournament is the Junior League Softball World Series, featuring teams from around the world. Parents are strongly encouraged to become involved as managers, coaches, and volunteer in a variety of other capacities.