Shetland Division (Ages 5–6)

Introduction to Baseball (Learning, Fun, and Confidence)

The Shetland Division is designed to introduce young players to the game of baseball in a fun, positive, and instructional environment. Players learn the fundamentals of throwing, catching, hitting, and running the bases while developing teamwork and confidence.

This division focuses on learning the game and having fun, not competition.

Division Details: Playing Age: Boys and Girls ages 5–6 ("must" be 5 by 8/31/26)

Registration Fee: $150

Season Format:

8 Saturday games

Season runs Mid-April through Mid-June

Practices scheduled based on coach availability

Practices may begin mid-April

Teams typically consist of ~10 players


Game Format:

Games played on Pinto field dimensions (60-foot bases)

3 innings or 60 minutes, whichever comes first

No umpires

No outs or scorekeeping

All players bat once each inning

Hitting:

Each batter receives up to 4 coach pitches

If no fair ball is hit after 4 pitches, the player hits from a tee

Coaches pitch from a kneeling position if desired

Base Running:

Runners may not leave the base until the ball is hit

Players may advance to 2nd or 3rd base on well-hit balls

No advancing on overthrows

Last batter of the inning runs all bases

Defense:

All players may play infield positions

No catcher position

If a defensive player makes a play (catch or force at base), the runner is instructed and removed from the base for learning purposes, but no outs are recorded

Play stops once the coach/pitcher controls the ball

Safety:

The pitcher must wear a helmet while pitching.

Additional Notes:

No playoffs or All-Star teams

No draft — players are randomly assigned to teams (we do our best to accommodate friend requests)

Post-game snacks are not included

PBO's main goal for the Shetland Division is to create a fun first baseball experience that helps kids learn the game, build confidence, and love playing baseball.