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Single A LEVEL OF PLAY



OVERVIEW

Single A is Red Land Youth Baseball’s entry-level division for young players. This level is a noncompetitive instructional league that begins to introduce the game of baseball to novice players. Games and practices are held on smaller fields with shorter distances between bases. The main objective of Single A isto have fun and instill a love for the game of baseball. Players will begin learning basic skills of hitting, fielding, and throwing. BOTH tees and coach-pitching will be utilized for hitting. This level is also a first step for familiesto get involved in Red Land Youth Baseball by learning more about how the league functions and what volunteer opportunities exist. 

Prerequisite of Skills

  • Ability to pay attention
  • Listening to coaches
  • Good attitude
  • Willingness to learn

Focus Areas

  • Having fun/loving the game
  • Learning the 9 fielding positions of baseball
  • Proper throwing technique 
  • Proper fielding fundamentals
  • How to catch a baseball 
  • Basic swing mechanics
  • Making contact with the bat (tee and coach-pitch)
  • Being a good teammate 
  • Baseball safety 

Necessary Equipment

  • Baseball glove 
  • Baseball spikes
  • Baseball pants
  • Waterbottle/jug
  • Uniform (jersey/hat-league provided)
  • Bat (optional/league provided)
  • Helmet (optional/league provided)
  • Catcher's Gear (optional/league provided)
  • Batting gloves (optional)
  • Baseball bag (optional)

Volunteer Opportunities

  • Team Manager - Click Here for Volunteer Clearances Information
  • Assistant Coach - Click Here for Volunteer Clearances Information
  • Team Parent/Assistant - Click Here for Volunteer Clearances Information
  • Field Maintenance Assistance
  • Concessions Assistance
  • Click Here for RLYB Board Positions
  • Fundraising
  • Click Here for Team/League Sponsorship Opportunities

Contact

Red Land Youth Baseball
P.O. Box 456 
Lewisberry, Pennsylvania 17339

Phone: 717-645-3731
Email: [email protected]

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