Divisions

 
INSTRUCTIONAL   [Ages 6-8]
Instructional program focuses on teaching basic baseball skills such as throwing, catching and hitting.  Emphasis put on learning of proper mechanics.  Also teaches basics of the game.  Each session will include and element of practice and instruction, with progression into actual game play for a portion of each session later in the season.  Game play situations feature coach or machine pitch format.
 
AAA   [Ages 9-10]
AAA Play features development of the team dynamic, where a coach leads his or her team through a season of practices and games against other Foothills Little League teams.  Emphasis is on continued development of skills and understanding of the game, and further exposure to a competitive baseball environment.  Game play features pitching done by players at this level.  Interested players may compete for positions on the “All-Star Team”, which includes play against teams from other area Little Leagues though the month of July.
 
MAJORS/NATIONALS   [Ages 11-12]
This age group is split into two levels to ensure each player has a chance to enjoy baseball at his or her ability level.  The MAJORS program is intended to allow experienced players to be challenged at a high level of play.  Most 12 year olds, and some 11 year olds participate at this level.  The NATIONALS program gives developing players a chance to build their skills while competing with players at their level.  Most NATIONALS players are 11 years old.  Players will be placed at their appropriate level after taking part in an evaluation session in early April.
Players from both levels are invited to try out for the “All-Star” team, which plays in the Little League International Tournament – qualifying locally in early July, with the opportunity to advance to Regional and National play, and even the Little League World Series in Williamsport, PA in August!
 
JUNIOR/SENIOR   [Ages 13-16]
For 2009, Foothills Little League will combine with Bow Ridge Little League at the older age groups.