9U is an instructional and competitive division. 9U involves the use of a pitching machine in place of a pitcher. Batters are allowed 5 hittable pitches to put a ball in play.
Standard baseball fielder positions are used with the addition of a second center fielder. 2 coaches from the defensive team are permitted on the field during game play. Most other baseball rules are used. On average 9U teams play 1 game and have 1 practice per week.
Game scores and standings are kept.
WMBA offers REP and SELECT programming in this division whenever feasible.
Game/Practice (Tentative) Details
Monday or Tuesday (One practice per week), Thursday (Games)
Plymouth/Chippawa/Maple
9U Equipment List
Bat (26-28, Drop 10)
Baseball Glove (8.5”-10”)
Batting Helmet
Water Bottle
Baseball pants (optional)
Cleats (optional)
Batting Gloves (recommended, optional)
Protective Cup/Sliding Short (recommended, optional)
Have questions or need more information contact us at: registration@wellandminorbaseball.ca
