activities · 7
what they do
direct service · 7
- Community Engagement Events Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsOrganizes community events such as opening day parades, pitching/throwing competitions, home run derbies, and provides free hotdogs and face painting for children. The organization also participates in events at Chase Field, offering discounted tickets and a parade for players and coaches.
- Hosting All-Star Teams Youth All-Star Tournament TeamsForms and manages three All-star teams (10U, 11U, and 12U) and holds meetings for interested players.
- Hosting special events and competitions Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsThe organization hosts various special events and competitions for its participants, such as opening day parades, pitching/throwing competitions, home run derbies, and All-Star team formations. They also organize events at professional baseball stadiums, offering discounted tickets and opportunities for players and coaches to participate in parades.
- Operating Snack Shack Concession and Merchandise Sales at EventsOperates a snack shack, known as the "OV Hunger Games Snack Shack," during tournaments and opening ceremonies, accepting cash and Venmo.
- Operating snack shacks Concession and Merchandise Sales at EventsLITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL INC operates snack shacks, such as the "OV Hunger Games Snack Shack," during tournaments and opening ceremonies to provide refreshments to attendees.
- Organizing Youth Baseball Leagues Youth Competitive Soccer ProgramsOperates youth baseball leagues for various age divisions, including Tee Ball, Coach Pitch, AA, AAA, Majors, and Juniors, with registration fees ranging from $125 to $175 per player. This includes organizing player evaluations, team formations, practices, and games for both spring and fall seasons.
- Organizing and operating youth baseball leagues Youth Baseball and Softball LeaguesLITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL INC organizes and operates youth baseball leagues for various age divisions, including Tee Ball, Coach Pitch, AA, AAA, Majors, and Juniors. This includes managing registration, conducting player evaluations, forming teams, scheduling games, and providing uniforms (jerseys and hats) to players. The organization operates at Coronado K-8 school in Tucson, Arizona, and offers both spring and fall seasons.
strategies · 10
how they think
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- Age and skill-based division model age_and_skill_division_modelOrganizes youth baseball programs into structured divisions (e.g., Majors, Stubby, Juniors, Softball) based on age and skill level to ensure appropriate placement and equitable participation.
- Age and skill-based division programming age_and_skill_division_modelThe organization structures its youth baseball programs into multiple divisions (e.g., Majors, Stubby, Juniors, Softball) to accommodate different age groups and skill levels, ensuring appropriate competition and development for all participants.
- Centralized registration and post-registration organization seasonal_registrationUses seasonal registration as a structured intake mechanism, followed by centralized team formation and scheduling, with decentralized communication from coaches to families.
- Community event integration and participation community_event_integrationThe organization integrates its activities with community events, such as operating snack shacks at tournaments and participating in events at major sports venues, to support community engagement and promote youth baseball participation.
- Community event integration for engagement community_event_integrationIntegrates youth baseball programs with community events and local venues to increase visibility, participation, and community involvement through shared experiences.
- Flexible field use with centralized coordination centralized_field_use_with_local flexibilityCoordinates practices and games primarily at designated school fields while allowing flexibility to use alternative local fields, balancing consistency with logistical adaptability.
- Program registration as enrollment mechanism community_youth_sports_participationUses program registration as the primary pathway to formally enroll youth in Little League activities, ensuring structured participation and data tracking.
- Structured league organization through seasonal registration and post-registration team formation league_organizationThe organization uses seasonal registration periods to enroll youth, followed by structured team formations and scheduling after registration closes, with coaches directly communicating details to families, to efficiently organize youth baseball participation.
- Volunteer-driven league operations volunteer-drivenRelies entirely on community volunteers to run league operations, including team formation, coaching, and event management, enabling sustainable local ownership and engagement.
- Volunteer-driven operations volunteer_drivenThe organization relies entirely on volunteer participation to support all aspects of its operations, from event management to league administration, enabling community engagement and resource efficiency.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
All-Stars
Tournament program for players league age 8–12 on AAA or Majors teams, forming 10U, 11U, and 12U teams that compete at the district level and beyond.
Fall Ball
Seasonal baseball program with registration opening in July and closing in August, providing additional play outside the spring season.
Opening Ceremonies
Annual event featuring a parade, team announcements, pitching competitions, home run derby, face painting, free hotdogs, and food vendors.
Spring Season
Youth baseball program running from March through May, including practices, games, and Opening Ceremonies. Divisions include Tee Ball, Coach Pitch, AA, AAA, Majors, and Juniors.
relationships · 8
who they work with
- Arizona Diamondbacks Partner — Partnered for an event at Chase Field where a portion of ticket sales benefited the organization.
- Chase Field Partner — Hosted Oro Valley Little League event on June 4, 2023
- Coronado K-8 School Partner — Hosts player evaluations and serves as the primary location for practices and games.
- Dick's Sporting Goods Partner — Partnered with Dick's Sporting Goods to offer a 20% discount to members.
- Espressoul Partner — Vendor providing items for sale at opening day events.
- Just Churros Partner — Vendor providing items for sale at opening day events.
- LITTLE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL Network — Local league operating under the umbrella of Little League International
- Tropical Shavings Partner — Vendor providing items for sale at opening day events.