Information for
Little League® Diamond Leader Training
All coaches of teams participating in the Little League National Championship must complete this online training and obtain the certificate before the start of the tournament. Without it, you are not allowed to coach.
If you already earned the Little League® Diamond Leader Training Certificate for the 2024 National Championship, it remains valid for this year (2025).
IMPORTANT! All coaches must present their certificate again at the start of the Little League National Championship.
Before each game, the equipment is inspected by the umpire. Any disqualified items (such as helmets, bats, etc.) will be collected by the umpire or UIC and stored safely. They can be picked up again after the tournament. Please inform parents about this do not bring damaged helmets or bats! This helps prevent any disputes.
During games, coaches and players are not allowed to stand in the openings of the dugout. For the “Littles” divisions, players are not permitted to take on-deck swings.
Little League International requires completion of the Little League® Diamond Leader Training certificate for participation in the European Championships.
At Little League, it’s all about the joy of the game. That’s why, at each location, one team is chosen that truly stands out for its sportsmanship and enthusiasm.
This team wins the “Respect the Game” Award, is celebrated, and is invited by Playball Europe for a special training session at the unique Indoor BP Sports Centre in Amsterdam—including lunch! A great team outing!
The winner is selected by:
Local organizers
UICs (Umpires in Chief)
On Saturday evening, all organizations vote on which team will receive the award. The “Respect the Game Award” is then presented on Sunday.
The winner is chosen based on the behavior codes of NOC*NSF, including the following principles:
If you are ever asked to do something that goes against your own feelings, morals, or values, speak up—for example, by reporting it to the board. You can also contact the Confidential Sports Helpline (Vertrouwenspunt Sport) for questions or to report concerns. If someone approaches you to cheat, report that as well.
Show respect for your opponents, teammates, umpires, trainers, coaches, spectators, and everyone else. Be mindful of your language and how you present yourself to others. Make sure everyone feels free and comfortable to be themselves.
Be on time, notify others in advance if you can’t attend, listen to instructions, and follow the rules.
Don’t damage anything, respect other people’s belongings, leave the locker room clean after use, put away equipment, and throw trash in the bins.
Do not bully. Refrain from making discriminatory, demeaning, or intimidating comments or gestures. Do not exclude anyone, and be tolerant.
Do not make distinctions based on religion, beliefs, political views, race, gender, sexual orientation, cultural background, age, or any other characteristic
Do not cheat, use verbal or physical violence, or take doping. Do not participate in fixing a game, competition, or record.
The Little League organization in the United States has established several requirements that each participating team must meet. Little League sets the following conditions:
Spelers: 12 – 14
Teammanager :1
Coaches: 2
Spelers: 12 – 14
Teammanager :1
Coaches: 2
Spelers: 12 – 14
Teammanager :1
Coaches: 2
Spelers: 12 – 16
Teammanager :1
Coaches: 2
Spelers: 12 – 14
Teammanager :1
Coaches: 2
Spelers: 12 – 14
Teammanager :1
Coaches: 2
Spelers: 12 – 14
Teammanager :1
Coaches: 2
Spelers: 12 – 16
Teammanager :1
Coaches: 2
Players who wish to register for participation in the Little League National Championship 2025 can do so from December 1, 2025, to March 1, 2025. Upon registration, participants pay a fee to their region, which covers three training sessions organized by the regional coordinator.
PLEASE NOTE: Registration for the Little League National Championship does not automatically guarantee participation in the tournament. The regional coordinator will form the team that will represent the region at the National Championship based on the three training sessions
Registration closes on March 1, 2025. After that date, it will be announced which regions will send a team to represent them at the Little League National Championship
The pool draw will take place at the KNBSB headquarters and will be shared via social media. Game schedule:
The game schedule is created by Michel Aussems, the General Tournament Director of the Little League National Championship. If necessary, he will coordinate with the host club during this process.
The games are played according to the Dutch tournament rules. These differ in some respects from the international Little League rules to ensure the tournament runs smoothly. Adjustments and clarifications are provided in a separate document, which will be shared with the organizations at a later stage.
The regulations are established by the Tournament Director and will be further explained during the Technical Meeting held prior to the National Championship. If no alternative interpretation of a rule is presented and agreed upon during this meeting, it will not be possible to raise that interpretation later as the basis for a protest during the tournament.
Before the first game of the tournament, the head coach must sign with the tournament officials to confirm agreement with these regulations, acknowledging awareness of the specific tournament rule adjustments and committing to adhere to them.