Challenger League
An inclusive baseball program for players with physical and developmental challenges.
Ages 4 – 18
Little League's Challenger program provides adaptive baseball for boys and girls with physical and developmental challenges. The program has been creating inclusive baseball experiences for over 25 years, ensuring every child has the chance to enjoy the game.
How It Works
Our local program serves between 12–20 players each season. Teams play four games of 90 minutes each per season, where everybody bats each inning and everybody scores. The focus is entirely on fun, inclusion, and the joy of playing baseball.
The Buddy System
Each special athlete is paired with a buddy (ages 10+) who helps them as much or as little as needed. The buddy's role is to make sure both the athlete and the buddy are having fun and being safe. Relationships built with one athlete over the course of an entire season work best.
Registration & Cost
The league is inexpensive — usually $30 — with scholarships offered as needed so that no child is turned away. Local restaurants and bakeries donate treats during the season, and an awards celebration follows the final game. Volunteer hour certifications are provided to buddy participants.