AAA (Ages 9-11)

The AAA Division is the more competitive Minor League division and is great preparation for playing in the Major and Intermediate Leagues in future seasons. Generally, AAA players have at least 2 years of organized baseball experience, although this is not a requirement.

Players in the AAA division are typically 9-11 years of age. 11 year old players should sign up for Majors and attend Majors assessments. 11 year olds who are not ready for Majors based on assessments will be assigned to an AAA team.

• Teams will play approximately 12-16 league games, as well as a post-season tournament.
• Games will be played Tuesday and Thursday evenings as well as occasional Saturday afternoons.
• Players should expect to be on the field 3-4 times per week for games and practices.
• NBLL will provide each player with a team jersey and cap.
• NBLL will provide baseballs and catchers equipment.
• Players must provide the balance of their uniforms (cleats, pants, socks, and belts), protective cups, bats, batting helmets, and baseball glove.
• If you are in need of financial assistance for these items, please contact [email protected].

Players in the AAA Division are eligible for selection to an All-Star Team that will participate in a tournaments at the District and potentially State level in July.

Any player registering for this division must live in or attend school within the geographic boundaries defined for NBLL. For more information on player eligibility and the NBLL geographic boundaries, click HERE.

Please contact the Vice President of AAA with any questions at [email protected]

Team Construction

Teams are formed through a division draft. However all players will be assigned to a team (unless the league determines that there is a safety risk). NBLL views its AAA league as fundamentally a developmental league focused on skill development. As in all NBLL divisions, managers emphasize fundamentals, teamwork, player development and fun. In AAA, players pitch and walks are allowed, although a maximum-run-per-inning rule is in place to keep games moving and to help in developing pitchers. Scores are kept, outs are recorded, but no league standings are published on the NBLL website.

Volunteer managers and coaches are needed! Please consider sharing your time and enjoyment of baseball with NBLL players. Training is provided!

AAA Player Assessment

All players who register for AAA must attend a skills assessment which is usually scheduled around the third week of February. The purpose of the assessment is to ensure that players are registered for the division that best matches their playing level and to assist in forming balanced teams within each division. There are no friend or coach requests.