In 2019, the Rookies 4/5 program (T-Ball) transitioned into the Rookies Academy to enhance skill development and inject more fun into baseball instruction, replacing stagnant game moments. With a dedicated team of new volunteers, we launched the Rookies Academy, emphasizing a continued focus on gameplay once players master the FUNdamentals.

 

Upon registration, players are assigned to one-hour weekday learning sessions and an hour and fifteen-minute session on Saturdays, led by trained parent volunteers using a program by Little League International. We provide each player with a hat and shirt and encourage the purchase of plain gray baseball or softball pants, socks, and a belt to foster the player's attire and mindset.

 

Throughout the program, we capitalize the first three letters of FUNdamentals, signifying our belief in a fun and educational approach to player development.

 

Here are some quick facts about the Rookies Academy:

For League Age Players 4 & 5; Co-Ed Baseball Division

League Age determined by age on or before August 31st of the current season; players must be at least 4 by April 30th of the current season

Designed for players in their first or second years of organized baseball

Teaching fundamental skills including throwing, catching, and hitting a baseball in an on-field classroom setting

Players hit off a tee all season

Penfield Little League provides shirts, hats, and all necessary practice equipment

Players can use their own bat and helmet

Players should wear plain gray baseball pants and molded plastic, rubber cleats, or sneakers

Fridays and Sundays are reserved for makeup sessions

All sessions are at the Little League Complex at 3100 Atlantic Ave, next to the Town Hall

Registration Fee: $165, with discounts for additional family members