Below is the current number of teams PY offers at each level based on the coaches we currently anticipate approving. If we receive more coaching applications by 12/31, the number of teams may increase. If we do not receive and approve additional coaches by 12/31, once these teams are full, registration for that division will officially close.
Once any level (other than TeeBall) reaches the threshold required for potential All-Star opportunities, we will post an update here and on our Facebook Page.
Late registration fees begin February 1, 2026.
Welcome to PYJSBA Player Registration!
We’re excited to open registration for the upcoming season! Please read the information below carefully to ensure your child’s registration is completed correctly.
Also, be aware, as you get to the end of registration, there are a few "add-ons" presented by our registration system. These are not PY offers, selected by PY, or necessary, but they are presented by Sports Engine for your consideration. PY does not benefit from this added offers in any way.
Registration & Payment Overview
Our registration system requires a credit card on file, even if you plan to pay offline.
Payment Options
A credit card is required to submit the form. If you exit without adding one, we will not receive your registration.
*For ALL registrations completed before February 2, Payment MUST be received by or on February 2 to ensure roster placements and last name on jerseys and apparel. If payment is not received at the time rosters fill, you may be contacted to ensure immediate payment or offered a reimbursement minus system fees.
*For ALL late registrations completed on or after February 3, Payment MUST be received before the first game of the season. Outstanding payments impact uniform distribution and game play. There is no guarantee there will be roster spots available. If teams are full, you will receive a reimbursement in the same form of payment.
Program Philosophy & Volunteer Needs
PYJSBA is committed to keeping costs as low as possible while providing:
As our program continues to grow, so does our need for volunteers.
We offer partial or full registration reimbursements to dedicated volunteers.
Opportunities are always posted on Facebook and emailed to families.
Please consider helping—our league thrives because of our community!
Team Formation & Evaluations
Team schedules and placement cannot be guaranteed, but we do guarantee:
Attendance is not mandatory, but frequent absences slow development and make lineup planning difficult.
Players must meet game-attendance requirements to be eligible for All-Stars (8+).
Coaching & Senior Umpiring Opportunities
We are accepting Coach and Senior Umpire Applications until January 1.
Click HERE to apply.
Coaching is the best way to influence your child’s practice and game schedule.
Coaches may add optional practices when field space allows.
Saturday game windows:
Discounts
Included Pre-Season Opportunities (Ages 7–16: Softball, Rookies–Babe Ruth)
“Open Gym Skills & Drills Nights” return this season!
These sessions teach fundamentals, mechanics, and situational skills in a relaxed, supportive environment.
Details are shared in the Game Changer app after registration.
Late Registration Policy
Registration stays open until:
After February 1:
Financial Assistance
PYJSBA believes every child who wants to play should have the opportunity.
If you need support, please apply for financial assistance during registration.
Need Help?
If you have questions at any point, please contact our Player & Coach Agent.
When registering your child for PYJSBA, it’s important to understand how age divisions are determined—especially since the rules differ slightly between baseball and softball.
The Baseball chart by Babe Ruth League states that eligibility is based on a cut-off date of May 1 each year. Babe Ruth League, Inc.
For example:
For the 2026 season: any player born prior to May 1, 2022 and on or after May 1, 2013 will be eligible for the Cal Ripken division. Babe Ruth League, Inc.
A player who turns 4 during May/June/July/August of 2022 is eligible for T-Ball. Babe Ruth League, Inc.
The Softball chart uses a September 1 / August 31 birth‐year window to establish eligibility. Babe Ruth League, Inc.
For example: If a player’s birthday falls between September 1, 2014 and August 31, 2015, they are eligible for the 6U division in the 2026 season. Babe Ruth League, Inc.
For baseball divisions, calculate your child’s age as of May 1 of the registration year.
For softball divisions, use the birth-year window of September 1 through August 31.
If you’re unsure which chart applies to your child (baseball vs. softball), just ask—we’re happy to help clarify.
Always register in the division your child is eligible for based on their birth date, unless coaches determine a “play-up” decision during evaluations.
Baseball and softball divisions follow slightly different rules at the national level (Babe Ruth League), so each chart must be followed accordingly.
Ensuring your child is placed in the correct age division helps keep competition fair and consistent across all teams.
As our first group of players from the 2022 season grows older and transitions into higher levels of play, PY is excited to launch our Junior Umpire Program for ages 12–16. This program allows developing players to begin officiating Rookie-level games from behind the mound, calling balls, strikes, and field-outs for a per-game stipend.
Qualified candidates will participate in:
Participants who show strong aptitude, communication skills, and maturity will have the opportunity to work behind the plate at the Minors level and, eventually, the Majors level.
All candidates must apply using the standard Coaches/Umpires application.
PYJSBA will continue its MLB-inspired uniform themes for baseball.
All baseball & softball players registered by February 2 will receive jerseys with their last names on the back.
Registrations after February 2 may still participate, but we cannot guarantee personalized jerseys.
Prospective coaches: if you’re hoping to request a specific MLB team color scheme, you must apply early. Each MLB team has multiple uniform variations, giving us plenty of flexibility, but requests are taken only from approved coaches.
Softball will continue to proudly represent the Pinelands Panthers at every level.
This deadline is firm. Applying does not guarantee a coaching or umpiring position.
Here’s how the approval process works:
Coaches must be fully certified before any interaction with players. Do not wait—apply today.
All paid registrants ages 7–12 receive access to our indoor Drills & Skills Clinics, held 1–2 evenings per week from 6–8pm at a local facility—IF we have enough coaches to run them.
We need coaches from each division to participate for that division’s players to attend. Lead coaches receive a small stipend.
Clinic Purpose:
Approximate schedule:
Final schedule depends on coach availability. You can indicate interest in your application. Approved coaches will be added to the GameChanger app by the end of the first full week of January.
Late January / Early February • 6–8pm • Local Venue
This mandatory meeting covers:
This meeting sets the tone for a successful, organized season.
Early–Mid February • Location TBA
Times:
Players will participate in 25–30 minutes of evaluation drills so coaches can build balanced, competitive teams.
Softball may also hold evaluations if registration numbers warrant it.
Immediately following evaluations, coaches for the Rookie, Minor, Major, and Babe Ruth baseball divisions (and softball if applicable) will meet to draft players based on evaluation notes.
TeeBall and most softball divisions do not attend evaluations but are welcome to help.
Unlike traditional programs with a single “head coach,” PY uses coaching teams, where all approved coaches share duties and collaborate to create the best possible experience.
If someone prefers complete control or wants to run a one-coach operation, PY is not the right fit.
We are committed to teamwork, collaboration, and consistency.
PYJSBA works hard to accommodate availability and form coaching teams that suit family schedules.
Players can expect:
Unless fields are unplayable, all scheduled practices and games will occur.
Attendance is not mandatory—but consistently missing practices or games does affect team development and lineup planning.
We rely on volunteers for:
We announce volunteer needs on Facebook and email.
PYJSBA believes every child deserves a chance to play.
Families facing financial hardship can apply for assistance during registration.
With the support of sponsors, we offer a deeply discounted rate in exchange for volunteer hours.
Scholarship Structure:
Scholarships are per child, not per family.
Refunds are issued in June after volunteer hours are verified.
Life happens—we understand that circumstances may change.
Our refund policy exists to:
All refunds are minus system processing fees.
A shorter season—with a clearer picture of what to expect, packed with more excitement and newly expanded All-Star opportunities!
PY Baseball & Softball is excited to roll out a refined season structure. This new schedule gives families a tighter regular season, more meaningful playoff play, and expanded local All-Star opportunities for more athletes than ever before.
Below is the clearest parent and coach guide we can provide on how a Spring Season with PY will work across Teeball (5u-6u), Ripken Baseball (7u–12u), Babe Ruth Softball (8u-17u), and Babe Ruth Baseball (13u-16u).
BASEBALL (Ages 7–12) — Regular Season
April 4 → Week of May 4–8
Our annual playoffs for all divisions.
The Southside Tournament remains one of the best parts of the PY season—intense, exciting, and a chance for every player to finish strong.
May 30–31 (Primary Dates)
June 1 (Rain/Backup)
The All-Star Showcase has been redesigned to allow more players from each division to be recognized and to prepare top performers for District, State, and Ironman tournament play.
Location:
Showcase Game Times (May 30)
What’s New This Year
District/States/Iron Man/Regional Schedule:
Softball is fully included in our new structure, but follows a hybrid interleague model due to historical participation numbers.
Regular Season
This level is fun-first, developmental, and non-competitive.
Season Details
Why?
TeeBall at PY is designed purely for:
The goal: smiles, not stress.
Important to Note:
Designed for Co-ed Ballplayers ages 4-6 to learn hitting and fielding fundamentals in a supportive team environment. Young athletes hit the ball from a batting tee, which is height-adjusted for a level swing, batting in order through the line-up for the entire game. The primary goal is to begin instructing young players in the fundamentals of baseball in a supportive team environment.
Designed for Female Softball players ages 7 through 9 to learn hitting and fielding fundamentals in a supportive team environment. The primary goal is to begin instructing young players in the fundamentals of softball in a supportive team environment. Children younger than 7 must register for tee ball. This division uses a pitching machine or Coach to allow more hittable balls at the plate and more action in the field. Fear of actually being hit by a pitched ball is diminished. It makes the game safer and improves all participants' playing confidence and ability.
Designed for Female Softball players ages 9-10. Players build and refine their fundamental skills while beginning to understand game strategy and teamwork. In most regions, there may be the possibility for participants to experience their first post-season tournament competition that could lead to post-season play, which is dependent upon the level of play that participants reach. If the possibility for post-season play occurs, evaluations are held to assemble the most competitive players possible within our charter. For more information regarding All-Stars, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions Page.
Designed for the experienced level of Babe Ruth Softball players, ages 11, 12, and 13. Babe Ruth Softball is played under the official softball rules like other levels, but some special rules are implemented as necessary for the development and welfare of this young age group. In most regions, there may be the possibility for participants to experience their first post-season tournament competition that could lead to post-season play, which is dependent upon the level of play that participants reach. If the possibility for post-season play occurs, evaluations are held to assemble the most competitive players possible within our charter.
Designed for the most experienced level of Babe Ruth Softball players, ages 14, 15, & 16. Babe Ruth Softball is played under the Official Softball Rules. In most regions, there may be the possibility for participants to experience post-season tournament competition that could lead to post-season play, which is dependent upon the level of play that participants reach. If the possibility for post-season play occurs, evaluations are held to assemble the most competitive players possible within our charter.
Designed for Co-ed Ballplayers ages 7-8, this division uses a pitching machine or Coach to allow more hittable balls at the plate and more action in the field. Fear of actually being hit by a pitched ball is diminished. It makes the game safer and improves all participants' playing confidence and ability. In most regions, there may be the possibility for participants to experience their first post-season tournament competition that could lead to post-season play, which is dependent upon the level of play that participants reach. If the possibility for post-season play occurs, evaluations are held to assemble the most competitive players possible within our charter.
Designed for Co-ed Ballplayers ages 9-10. Players build and refine their fundamental skills while beginning to understand game strategy and teamwork. In most regions, there may be the possibility for participants to experience their first post-season tournament competition that could lead to post-season play, which is dependent upon the level of play that participants reach. If the possibility for post-season play occurs, evaluations are held to assemble the most competitive players possible within our charter.
Designed for the most experienced level of Cal Ripken Baseball Co-Ed ages 11 and 12. Cal Ripken Baseball is played under the official baseball rules, but some special rules are implemented as necessary for the development and welfare of this young age group. In most regions, there may be the possibility for participants to experience their first post-season tournament competition that could lead to post-season play, which is dependent upon the level of play that participants reach. If the possibility for post-season play occurs, evaluations are held to assemble the most competitive players possible within our charter.
We register our Major Teams for the Major 50/70 format.
Unlike other programs, PYJSBA offers this format to prepare for movement to 60/90 fields. This format features a 50' pitching distance and 70' base paths. Special base running rules are also in effect as leads and head-first sliding are permitted. There may be the possibility for participants to experience a tournament trail from District competition through the World Series. Post-season play is dependent upon the level of play that participants reach. If the possibility for post-season play occurs, evaluations are held to assemble the most competitive players possible within our charter.
Founded in 1951, Babe Ruth Baseball League was created for ballplayers ages 13-16 who wished to continue their baseball playing experience beyond 12. This is where players get their baseball cleats muddy for the first time on standard 60/90 diamonds under Official Baseball Rules used by Major League Baseball. Babe Ruth practices and home games traditionally occur on Pinelands Regional grounds. In contrast, away games are played within an hour's driving distance against opponents registered within the Tri-State Elite Baseball League. In this division, there may be the possibility for participants to experience a tournament trail from District competition through the World Series. Post-season play is dependent upon the level of play that participants reach. If the possibility for post-season play occurs, evaluations are held to assemble the most competitive players possible within our charter.
Why This Outline is Important
We provide this clear summarization because many parents and coaches ask questions about the difference between in-house and travel programs (PY travel teams or other organizations), scheduling, and how All-Star eligibility works. It also helps explain why players cannot simply “join” established PY travel teams mid-season—teams are carefully formed to ensure fairness, balance, and opportunity for all players. This framework ensures every participant knows expectations, can plan for practices and games, and has a clear path to development, competition, and All-Star opportunities. Clear communication upfront keeps the focus on fun, skill growth, and creating strong, positive experiences for every player.
IN-HOUSE VS. TRAVEL BASEBALL & SOFTBALL WITH PYJSBA
In many cases, the strongest players on our in-house teams also participate in travel programs. Their presence elevates the experience for less experienced players, setting the standard for skill, sportsmanship, commitment, and teamwork. These dual-participation players also develop leadership, empathy, and responsibility—qualities that players who only participate in a travel program may not have the same opportunity to cultivate.
In-House Baseball & Softball
Travel Baseball & Softball
Balancing In-House and Travel
Before, during, and after registration, questions arise. You are definitely welcome to reach out to our Player and Coach Agent, whose contact information can be found throughout and at the bottom of this page. It’s important to remember, PYJSBA representatives are volunteers and may need some time to get back to you. However, we often update our Frequently Asked Questions page to include many of the questions we receive from returning families to first timers. If you don’t find answers to questions here after reading through the detailed information, we urge you to check out the FAQs page, where you’ll likely get an answer right away. Because questions about PYJSBA’s All-Stars Program involve so many details, we developed its own page. Again, if you don’t find what you’re looking for, please don’t hesitate to contact our Player and Coach Agent.
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Inquiries
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