Spring Season registration usually opens in November of the previous year. Fall Ball registration typically opens in May or June. The Available Programs page lists current registration dates and open divisions.

For the Spring season, a player’s league age is based on the age they will be on or before August 31 in the calendar year of the Spring season. Fall Ball uses the league age of the upcoming Spring season.

You can look up your player’s age using the official Little League Age Chart .

Players register according to their league age division. In some cases, divisions may be adjusted based on skill, experience, and safety. Any change is reviewed by League officials and not guaranteed. Our priority is a safe and positive experience for every player.

You will need:

• Proof of age (birth certificate)
• Proof of residency or school enrollment (for Little League eligibility)
• Completed medical release and League forms

Specific document requirements are listed during the online registration process.

If a division fills or registration has closed, players may be placed on a waitlist. Placement from the waitlist is not guaranteed and depends on roster spots, safety, and League capacity.

Refunds follow our League refund policy, which takes into account uniforms, insurance, and other expenses that begin before the season starts. Please contact the League for current refund timelines and conditions.

In the Spring, most age-based divisions use a player evaluation and draft process to create balanced teams in line with Little League rules. Younger divisions such as Tee Ball may use a more flexible assignment process that emphasizes friends, school, and introductory play.

Serra Mesa Little League follows the Little League Plan B Draft. Players attend evaluations, and managers select players in a structured “snake” order to keep teams balanced. Player options for managers’ children and siblings are handled through official Little League rules and declared before the draft begins. Draft notes and discussions are confidential to protect players and families.

In drafted divisions (Caps and above), we cannot guarantee coach or teammate requests because Little League requires teams to be formed through the draft process. In younger divisions like Tee Ball and some Rookies placements, we may try to honor reasonable requests when possible, but they are not guaranteed.

After registration closes and drafts or team assignments are complete, managers will contact families with team information, practice schedules, and next steps. This typically happens in January for Spring and in August for Fall Ball, but timing can vary slightly each year.

During the Spring season, most teams play two games per week, usually one weekday game around 5:00 PM and one game on Saturday. Practices are generally one to two times per week, depending on division and field availability.

In Fall Ball, teams usually play one game on Sundays (with start times at noon or later), with one or two practices during the week.

Most games and practices take place at Cabrillo Heights Park, with some games scheduled at nearby fields with neighboring Little Leagues. Exact locations will be shared in your team’s GameChanger schedule and League communications.

Game schedules for Spring are usually released shortly before Opening Day. Practice schedules are set by each manager after they receive their team assignment and field times. Fall Ball schedules are set by District 33 and may be released closer to the start of games.

Registration typically includes a jersey, hat, socks, and belt for each player. The League also provides shared equipment such as helmets, catcher’s gear, practice balls, batting tees, and pitching machines. In the Spring season, registration usually includes a team photo package and a trophy.

Players will need:

• A baseball glove
• Baseball pants (color selected by the team)
• Athletic shoes or cleats (plastic or rubber only for most divisions)

Many players also choose to purchase their own bat and helmet, but this is optional because the League provides shared equipment.

Metal cleats are only allowed in the Juniors division. All younger divisions must use rubber or plastic cleats.

Serra Mesa Little League is run entirely by volunteers, including the Board of Directors. Volunteers help with coaching, umpiring, field maintenance, the snack bar, special events, and more. Without volunteer support, we could not offer an affordable, community-based baseball program.

Families are encouraged to contribute volunteer time each season to support League operations. Some divisions or teams may have specific volunteer hour expectations connected to League policies or Tournament of Champions eligibility. These details will be shared before the season begins.

Managing and coaching are significant volunteer roles, but for some League requirements (such as team-based volunteer hours for TOC) they may be tracked separately. Team families will be informed before the season which activities count toward team volunteer-hour goals.

You can indicate your interest during registration or email [email protected]. All volunteers must complete a background check, and many on-field roles require Little League–approved safety trainings.

Our games are umpired by a mix of trained volunteers, League umpires, and District 33 umpires, depending on division and game level. Many of our umpires are community members who generously give their time to support the League.

Umpires receive rule and mechanics training through Serra Mesa Little League and District 33 clinics. We follow the official Little League Baseball rules and local rules approved by the League.

Only the team manager may respectfully ask the umpire for clarification on a rule during the game. Judgment calls are not subject to argument. Parents and spectators may not confront umpires. Harassment of umpires is strictly prohibited and may result in removal from the facility.

Managers and coaches are required to complete Little League–approved trainings such as Abuse Awareness for Adults, Concussion Training, Sudden Cardiac Arrest Training (if required), and Coaching for Winning and Life Lessons. These must be completed before participating in practices or games.

All players, parents, coaches, and spectators are expected to demonstrate good sportsmanship, respect officials, and maintain a positive environment. Verbal or physical abuse, harassment, or unsportsmanlike behavior may result in removal or suspension under our League Code of Conduct and local rules.

Dogs must be on a leash and under control at all times. They are not allowed on the field of play or in the dugouts. Handlers must follow all City of San Diego and League safety rules.

Yes. Serra Mesa Little League aims to ensure that financial hardship is not a barrier to participation. Limited financial assistance may be available to help cover registration fees.

Families who need help with registration fees can contact the League in confidence at [email protected]. Information shared for scholarship or hardship support is kept confidential and does not affect team placement or playing time.

TOC is a post-season tournament run by District 33 that typically features the regular-season champion from each division. Participation may require teams to meet specific League volunteer and eligibility requirements.

All Stars is a separate post-season program where selected players represent Serra Mesa Little League in District and potentially Sectional and State tournaments. All Star tournaments usually begin in late June and can extend into July.

All Star selections follow a League-approved process that considers skill, effort, sportsmanship, coachability, attendance, and conduct. A selection committee reviews candidates and submits rosters for Board approval, in compliance with Little League rules. Selection is not guaranteed for any player and is not based on parent requests.

All Star managers and coaches must meet all Little League training and conduct requirements and are approved by the Board. Coaching assignments are not automatic based on team record or regular-season standings and are never guaranteed.

The snack bar is usually open during most Spring game days, especially weekday evenings and Saturdays at Cabrillo Heights. Specific hours may vary by schedule and volunteer coverage.

Yes. Snack bar shifts are a great way to support the League and may count toward your family’s volunteer-hour expectations. Volunteer sign-ups are typically shared by email or through your team manager.

For safety and health reasons, only assigned volunteers and authorized adults are allowed inside the snack bar. Players and spectators should order from the outside counter.

Serra Mesa Little League’s primary fields are located at Cabrillo Heights Park in Serra Mesa, with some games at nearby League fields. Exact locations will be listed in your team schedule.

Parking along the Cabrillo Heights service road is not permitted. Limited service road access is reserved for official League use such as equipment drop-off, authorized vehicles, and event vendors, under League guidelines. Please use designated parking areas to keep the service road clear and safe.

Lost and found items are usually kept at the snack bar or a designated League storage area. Ask a Board Member on Duty or visit the snack bar during game days to check for missing items.

Weather and field condition updates are shared through team communication tools such as GameChanger and League email. Managers will contact families if a game or practice is canceled or rescheduled.

Before a game starts, the League and field permit authorities determine whether fields are playable. After the first pitch, the umpire has full authority to suspend or cancel a game if safety or field conditions require it.

The League will make every reasonable effort to reschedule rained-out games, especially in the Spring. However, rescheduling depends on field availability, calendar constraints, and safety. Not all games are guaranteed to be made up.