Pacific Youth Association

Pacific Training League (4U–6U)

A safe, fun, and supportive introduction to baseball & softball fundamentals for new and beginner players.

Age Divisions

4U, 5U, 6U

Season Timing

May – Mid July

Game Length

60 minutes

Games Per Team

10–12 games (10 guaranteed; up to 12 scheduled)

Registration Fee

$135.00 per player

Includes your child’s uniform shirt and hat. No fundraising and no work duty.

Season Treat (PYA Games)

Each Training League player (4U–6U) receives a coupon for 1 FREE Italian ice pop after games played at PYA during the season.

Need financial support? View our Scholarship & Assistance information.

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Locations

Games are played on the T-Ball fields or Field 3.
If there are fewer than 4 teams per division, we may combine with other STL West parks.

Scheduling Note

We schedule up to 12 games when possible. If additional games need to be added, coaches may choose to reschedule, but they are not required to.

Gameplay Rules

All players bat and everyone plays each inning.
Defensive alignment: one player per infield position; remaining players in the outfield.
No on-deck batters.
Helmets required for all batters and runners.
Game balls: PYA-issued balls only; each team provides one new ball per game.

Equipment Support

Players are encouraged to bring their own gear, but PYA can provide helmets if a player does not have one. When available, we can also help with gloves, catcher’s equipment, and baseballs/softballs for team use.

Pitching & Hitting

4U: T-Ball only
5U: Coach pitch — 5 pitches, then tee
6U: Pitching machine (coach pitch allowed as needed) — 5 pitches

Field Dimensions

Pitching distance: 28 ft (4U–5U), 32 ft (6U)
Base distance: 40 ft

Catching & Safety

No catchers in 4U and 5U.
6U: Catchers are not required. Because 6U uses a softer training ball, coaches may choose to introduce the catcher position for safety and skill development.
If used, catchers must wear full catcher’s gear and be overseen by a safety coach.
Catcher use is not required to be unanimous during a game; one team may use a catcher while the other does not.

Roster Rules

4U & 5U: 8 minimum / 10 maximum
6U: 10 minimum / 12 maximum
Roster flexibility: We will never exclude a child due to roster numbers. Teams may carry one fewer or one additional player as needed to ensure every child has the opportunity to play.

Baseball & Softball Team Structure

Boys and girls are separated by sport in the Training League.
Girls may choose to play on a baseball (boys) team if desired.
Boys may not join softball teams.

Coach Shirts, Hats & Background Checks

Up to four (4) coaches per team will receive a Training League coach shirt and hat or visor.
All coaches are required to complete a background check. Background check costs for up to four coaches per team are covered by the league.
Additional coach volunteers beyond 4 are welcome, but will be responsible for purchasing their own apparel.
Fan apparel will be available after team rosters are finalized. Details will be shared with teams at that time.
Questions about equipment or apparel may be directed to: playballpya@gmail.com

Awards

All players receive a trophy or award at the end of the season.