⚾️🥎 Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my child is zoned for Sparks Centennial Little League?
All Little Leagues have specific boundaries. Visit the Little League “League Finder” and enter your home address — it will tell you exactly which league you’re zoned for.
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How is my child’s baseball or softball age determined?
We use the official Little League Age Calculator.
⚾️ Baseball: Age as of August 31 of the current season year.
Example: If your child turns six on July 3, their baseball age is 6, even if they start the season at 5.
🥎 Softball: Age as of December 31 of the previous year.
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How many times a week are games and practices?
Most teams meet 2–3 times per week for practices and games, each lasting about 90–120 minutes. There are no games on Sundays, but schedules vary by division.
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How much does Spring 2026 cost?
Spring 2026 Registration Fees:
- Tee Ball: $100
- Farm: $185
- Minors, Main, Majors & Juniors: $210
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Why have the enrollment fees increased for the Spring 2026 season?
This year’s price increase is strictly due to higher field rental costs. With the Joint Use Agreement between the City of Sparks and Washoe County School District ending, we now have to pay hourly to reserve fields. We’re doing everything we can to keep costs down and still give our players the best season possible.
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What are the key dates for Spring 2026?
- Registration Opens: November 3rd 2025
- Registration Closes: January 25th 2026
- Teams Formed (Draft Day): TBD
- Practices Begin: Early March 2026 (weather dependent)
- Games Begin: TBD
- Tournament: TBD
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Is there a softball Tee Ball for girls ages 4–6?
🥎 Softball begins at age 6 in Farm League.
⚾️ Baseball Tee Ball is co-ed, so girls and boys ages 4–6 are welcome to play together.
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What’s included with registration?
Spring: Jersey, Hat (baseball only), and Sweatshirt**
Fall: Jersey and hat (baseball only)
**Items subject to change each season.
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What equipment do we need to buy?
Here are the basics:
- Baseball/softball glove or mitt
- Cleats (no metal cleats at Golden Eagle!)
- Baseball pants (color determined by team; check with your coach)
- Bat (see bat rules below)
- Batting helmet (Softball helmets must include a face cage – required in Minors, Majors, and Juniors)
- Boys playing catcher in Farm, Minors, Main, or Majors must wear a protective cup
- Gear bag
- Batting gloves (optional)
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Is my bat legal?
See Little League Bat Rules for approved bats by division.
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Does my child have to try out every year?
Yes — Spring seasons always include skills assessments.
All players registering for Main, Majors, and Juniors will be entered into the appropriate Upper Division draft pool based on their League Age. This ensures players are placed in divisions that best match their skill level.
There are no skills assessments for Fall seasons.
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What is “Field Day”?
(Spring only)
Field Day is our annual community clean-up day, usually held the Saturday before practices begin. Volunteers help prep one of our fields for the season — bring your rakes, shovels, and gloves!
Anchor Concrete donates equipment and manpower to help get the fields game-ready.
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Are scholarships available?
We offer a limited number of partial scholarships each season. Use this link to request Financial Aid.
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I have another question! How can I get help?
You can reach us through:
We’re an all-volunteer league — thank you for your patience and kindness!