MINORS AAA BALL

Ages 9-10: Typically 3rd and 4th Grade

LYB Little League offers a AAA division for players who have played in the Minors-AA division or who demonstrate comparable skill. This division is designed for players with a league age of 9 and 10 who are are ready to participate in a faster paced, team-oriented game, demonstrate the team concept at bat and in the field, and play at the AAA division without concern for safety. 

All players who register must be evaluated prior to rosters being formed via a draft. Not all players who register for the AAA division are guaranteed to be assigned to a AAA team but will be offered a position on a Minors-AA team based on the outcome of the evaluations.

For the Spring 2026 season, evaluations will be held Saturday, March 7 and Sunday, March 8 between 12:00 pm and 6:00 pm (specific times TBD) at the Lincoln High School field. Players MUST attend only one of these sessions. If you cannot attend either date, contact [email protected] right away. Read the LYB FAQs for more information about the evaluations.

The field used is a 60-foot diamond and the pitching distance is 46 feet. 

Skills Covered

Skills and attributes necessary for AAA play:

• Hitters have an understanding of the game situation, can accurately receive signs from the third base coach, and are able to bunt correctly 
• Fielders are able to catch flyballs and have a good grasp on the angles needed to back up a teammate
• Catchers have an idea of how to block a piotch in the dirt and have proper mechanics of throwing out a base stealer
• Teams should know how to handle a run-down (pickle)
  
• Base runners are ble to properly slid into bases
• Pitchers are able to show proper mechanics on their wind-ups and throw properly out of the stretch
• Pitchers begin to learn the importance of changing their pitching speeds
• Players always treat umpires, opposing players, and coaches with the utmost respect 

Spring season practices are typically twice a week; fall ball practices may be fewer in number. Practice days and times are established by each coach. Games are typically played twice per week against either other Lincoln teams or other Little League teams in nearby boundaries.

Equipment Needed

Each player should provide their own glove, batting helmet, and bat. Bats must follow the USABat standard - bats cannot be more than 33 inches in length and no more than 2 and 5/8 inches in diameter; wooden bats cannot be less than 15/16 inches in diameter (7/8 inches for bats less than 30 inches in length) at its smallest part. Wood bats taped or fitted with a sleeve may not exceed 16 inches from the small end. Please note that solid one-piece wood barrel bats do not require a USA Baseball logo.

Seasons Offered

AAA teams play in the regular spring season as well as fall ball.

LYB Playerships Available

Lincoln Youth Baseball is committed to providing youth a positive baseball experience and do not want the cost of registration to prevent anyone from being able to play. Before you register, fill out the Playership Application Form and contact [email protected] for questions.