Preparing Your Player for Little League Assessments
Welcome to Peninsula Little League! If you’ve recently registered your child, the next step you’ll hear about is
assessments (sometimes called tryouts or evaluations). While the word “tryouts” can sound intimidating, this process
is designed to be positive, low-pressure, and inclusive.
This page explains when assessments take place, what your player can expect, how to prepare, and what happens next.
CAPS, Minors, and Intermediate Assessments
Dates:
and
Location: Bill Cleator Field
Players are encouraged to arrive to early to allow time for check-in and to warm up in the outfield grass.
Intermediate Division
- League Age 13, Field 2 at
- League Age 12–11, Field 2 at
Minors Division
- League Age 10–11, Field 1 at
- League Age 8–9, Field 1 at
CAPS Division
- League Age 8–9, Field 1 at
- League Age 6–7, Field 1 at
Tee Ball and Rookies Orientation
Date:
Please arrive at least early for check-in.
- Tee Ball and Rookies Orientation at
- Tee Ball and Rookies Orientation at
Juniors Assessments
Date:
Location: Field 3
Please arrive at least early for check-in and warm-up.
What Is Evaluated?
Players are evaluated on a variety of baseball fundamentals appropriate to their division. The goal is to get a
general sense of each player’s current skill level, not perfection.
- Fielding 3 to 5 ground balls
- Receiving and catching balls at first base
- Catching 3 to 5 fly balls
- Hitting off a pitching machine (CAPS and Minors)
- Live pitching (Intermediates)
- Running the bases
- Pitching (Minors and Intermediates)
Assessments typically last to
, depending on the number of players participating.
What to Wear
Please have your player wear:
- Comfortable athletic clothing (baseball pants optional)
- Cleats or athletic shoes
- Cup (required for boys)
- Hat
What to Bring
What to Expect on Assessment Day
- Players will check in and receive a name plate for identification
- Players may wait briefly while the prior group finishes
- All players rotate through every station as a group
- Coaches observe and record evaluations during each activity
Every effort will be made to hold assessments as scheduled. However, if fields are too wet or there is active rain,
assessments may be rescheduled for safety reasons.
Players are encouraged to arrive to early to allow time for check-in and to warm up in the outfield grass.
Parents and guardians are asked not to participate in warm-ups or activities so players can stay focused and
independent.
What Happens After Assessments?
No player is cut. Every player will be placed on a team.
Teams will be formed during the week of
.
First practices are expected to begin the week of
,
pending field availability and weather conditions.
If an alternate division is recommended, the Player Agent will contact you directly.
Once rosters are finalized, your coach will reach out with practice schedules, team meeting information, and season
details.
How Can I Help My Player Prepare?
Practice a Little
A few days of light throwing, catching, or hitting before assessment day can help build confidence and shake off rust.
Encourage Them
- Reassure your child that they will be on a team
- Emphasize effort, listening, and having fun
- Remind them everyone gets the same number of chances
Set Expectations
- Players rotate through stations as a group
- Individual evaluation time is brief
- Focus, listening, and effort matter most
Contacts for Spring Ball 2026 Information
CAPS, Minors, Intermediates, and Juniors:
Contact the Player Agent
Tee Ball and Rookies:
Contact the Lower Player Agent
See you on the Diamond!