Little League Challenger Division

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Little League Challenger is an adaptive baseball program for individuals with physical and intellectual challenges. The league aims to provide an opportunity for individuals to participate in a Little League environment that is structured to their abilities.

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.

Players from Maryland District 8 (Wicomico, Worcester and Somerset counties) can register for this program.

Flexibility and adaptability are key during Challenger games. Games are typically 1-2 innings long and last about an hour. All players play defensively and bat every inning.

• One proof of age document, such as a birth certificate or other original documents issued by a state or federal agency
• These documents can be submitted:
  • Via Email: bworkman@wicomicocounty.org
  • In Person: Wicomico Recreation (500 Glen Ave., Salisbury, MD 21804; Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.) or at your local Little League (check days and hours of registration at https://www.littleleague.org/play-little-league/league-finder/)

• Age Group(s): Little League Challenger Division: Players ages 4-18, or up to age 22 if still enrolled in school
  Senior League Challenger Division: Players ages 15 and above (no maximum age)
• Date(s): Opening Day: May 8, 2021, Season: May-June, 2021
• Location(s): Henry S. Parker Athletic Complex Field 7 ½
• Registration Dates: Feb. 1 - March 31, 2021
• Program Fee(s): There is no cost to participate in Challenger Little League.
• Contact: Brian Workman, 410-548-4900 x105, bworkman@wicomicocounty.org
Resources:
• Challenger Flyer
• Player Form
• Challenger Age Chart
• Challenger Buddy Form

Additional Details: Buddies are volunteers that protect the Challenger players and assist with batting, fielding and running the bases, but only as needed. High school students, Boy/Girl Scouts and other athletes make great buddies. Buddies should be at least 9 years of age. If you're interested in volunteering as a Buddy click the Register Now button below.