Del Mar Little League FAQ

What are the eligibility & boundary requirements to register?

• Ages: Open to boys and girls Little League Ages 5 to 14.
• "Little League Age": Determined by the player’s age on August 31 of the season they are participating in. (Note: This may be one year older than their current age). Check your player’s Little League Age here: Age Calculator
• Boundaries: To play in DMLL, a player must:
  1. Live within DMLL boundaries (to check, please visit Little League Address Locator), OR
  2. Attend a school within DMLL boundaries, OR
  3. Played for DMLL last Spring (with continuous eligibility).
• New as of 2025/2026: Players under age 8 can participate and maintain future All-Star eligibility, provided they have played continuously for the league since their Little League 7 season.

How do I register?

Spring registration typically opens in late November and runs up to league evaluations in early January for competitive divisions. Registration remains open for developmental divisions until late February or teams have hit capacity. Visit the Registration tab along the horizontal bar on our website. If you are new to the league, you will need to create a “Primary Account Holder” profile before registering your player(s).

Once you have created your Primary Account, you’re enrolled to receive DMLL communications and you can add your player(s) and invite other family members to be additional users. Only the Primary Account Holder can invite additional users through their account profile.

• Discounts: $25 discount for each additional sibling.
• Financial Aid: We believe Little League is for everyone. If fees are a barrier, please email [email protected] for assistance.
• Refund Policy: Full refunds (minus credit card fees) are available until teams are formed. Once a draft occurs or a team is assigned, refunds are generally not provided.
• Late Registration: We strive to include every child, but due to field capacity and team sizes, we cannot always guarantee a spot.

What forms are required to play with DMLL?

• A copy of your player’s birth certificate or passport is required for age verification at the time of registration.
• School Enrollment Form (League ID# 934) - Only required for All-Star selection.
• The following must be turned into your coach prior to the first practice:
  • Medical Release Form
  • Concussion Information Form

Are there evaluations or tryouts?

Evaluations help the league ensure teams are balanced and competitive. Everyone who registers makes a team, regardless of performance.

• Date: Held in January prior to the season.
• Who Attends: All players League Age 9+, and Age 8 players wishing to play "Kid Pitch" (AA Division and higher).
• Exempt: T-Ball, Coach Pitch, and Machine Pitch players are not evaluated.

When does the spring season start and end?

• Evaluations: Early January
• Team Announcements: Late January to mid-February.
• Practices Start: Within one week of team announcements.
• Games Start: February 28, 2026.
• Season Ends: Mid-May (Developmental) / June 1, 2026 (AA, AAA & Majors).

FAQ: How do I add a family member to receive DMLL notifications?

Only the parent who originally registered the player can initially see team schedules and communications. To add another guardian, the primary account holder must manually invite them.

How to add a user:

1. Log in to your DMLL account profile.
2. Scroll to the bottom of your profile page.
3. Click on Invite Additional Users.
4. Enter the email address of the person you wish to add.

How do I volunteer?

• Coaches/Helpers: Select "Volunteer" during registration and contact your Division Coordinator.
• Umpires: Email [email protected].
• Board Member: Reach out to [email protected] if you have specialized skills to share.

Divisions of Play at a Glance

What equipment does my child need?

Required: Fielding glove (leather), baseball cleats (molded plastic only), NOCSAE-approved helmet, USA Baseball stamped bat, and a protective cup (mandatory for catchers).

League Provided: Team jersey and hat. Catcher's gear is provided for each team.

Contact Information

• Eligibility/Registration: [email protected]
• Divisions/Player Selection: [email protected]
• Other Inquiries: [email protected]