Quickball Division (Ages 4 & 5)
Quickball is an innovative, fast-paced, entry-level baseball program engineered to introduce young athletes to the fundamentals of the game. By utilizing focused skill stations for instruction, the program ensures maximum repetitions and engagement for every child. Quickball’s simplified, low-pressure format is designed to eliminate common tee-ball downtime, fostering constant action, promoting physical activity and teamwork, and helping players confidently master basic diamond skills—throwing, hitting, fielding, and base running. Each Quickball Saturday will begin with a focused skill stations segment, followed by progressive game play to apply what they have learned. The focus on hustle and contribution ensures that players at the very earliest skill levels learn, grow, and develop a genuine enthusiasm for the sport. We are committed to providing the needed training for coaches and engaging parents in a partnership so each child might have a fulfilling experience.
Saturday morning game days (~1 hour)
8 games
***New for 2026***
Rookie Division (Ages 5 & 6)
The Rookie League is the essential next step for athletes graduating from Quickball, building upon foundational skills with an emphasis on advanced application and increased game play. This division retains the spirit of fun and inclusion but introduces a more rigorous focus on preparing players for the Cal Ripken Pee-Wee level. Each session strategically begins with Warm-Up Stations—dynamic drills designed to quickly sharpen fundamental skills before transitioning into an extended period of progressive, fast-paced game play. Using foam quick balls and plastic bats allows children to feel like they are playing real baseball, while the safe, confidence-building equipment eliminates fear of the ball and promotes aggressive hitting and fielding. To ensure a consistent and high-quality experience, coaches are provided with an accessible curriculum and training to promote unified instruction. The focus on hustle and contribution ensures that players at the very earliest skill levels learn, grow, and develop a genuine enthusiasm for the sport. The Rookie League is an ideal fit for players ages 5-6 with prior Quickball or T-Ball experience.
Saturday morning game days (~1 hour 15 mins)
8 games
Pee-Wee Division (Ages 7 & 8)
The Cal Ripken Pee-Wee Division is where young athletes transition to the structure and excitement of real baseball, providing a dynamic environment for ongoing skill development and increasing confidence. Building on foundational knowledge, players now get to truly showcase their growing abilities as teams become organized, players assume specific positions, and the focus shifts to competitive gameplay. This division strategically transitions from coach pitch to player pitching throughout the season, promoting accuracy and challenging development. Specifically, after an initial introductory period where coaches pitch one or two innings for practice, players progressively take over pitching duties. Crucially, the division utilizes modified rules that are conscientious about promoting player development—not simply punishing walks on developing pitchers—ensuring engagement and action. These 7- and 8-year-olds are actively playing, learning to hit live pitches, execute defensive plays, and master the full range of baseball skills in a structured, fun, and fast-paced environment.
Game Days: Monday & Wednesday evenings (~1 hour 30 mins)
12 games + Crown Classic Tournament
Minor Division (Ages 9 & 10)
The Cal Ripken Minors Division is where your player's foundational training truly pays off. At this age, you can clearly tell how much your player has learned, as pitchers are throwing strikes, batters are consistently getting hits, and fielders are making strong throws and sophisticated defensive plays. This division focuses on building and refining fundamental skills while introducing critical elements of game strategy and teamwork. Rules are designed to encourage development while moving closer to conventional baseball, including allowing stealing (after the pitch crosses the plate), enforcing the Infield Fly Rule, and managing pitch counts for player safety. The batters are getting stronger, leading to more explosive offensive action where you might even see a Home Run or two during the season! Minors division offers a highly competitive environment where players truly start to understand the nuances of the game.
Game Days: Monday - Thursday evenings (~1 hour 30 mins)
12 games + Crown Classic Tournament
Major Division (Ages 11 & 12)
The Cal Ripken Majors Division is the pinnacle of the Cal Ripken experience at Crown, offering the most experienced and competitive level of youth baseball with noticeable consistency and advanced play. Here, the kids truly demonstrate how much they have learned since Quickball, with pitchers consistently throwing strikes, batters getting stronger and more frequent hits, and fielders making advanced, high-velocity throws. This division fully implements core baseball rules like leading off and stealing bases from the moment the pitcher begins their motion, increasing the need for sophisticated baseball tactics and strategy. Playing on a larger diamond, the game accelerates and features more explosive offense, with Home Runs becoming a more frequent sight during the season. Teams work together and encourage each other to win, and even as their time at Crown draws to a close, coaches continue to teach and prepare these special pre-teens with the skills, game intelligence, and competitive spirit needed to play baseball for years to come.
Game Days: Monday - Thursday evenings (~1 hour 30 mins)
12 games + Crown Classic Tournament
Babe Ruth 13U Division (Age 13) NEW in 2025!
The Babe Ruth 13U Division is an exciting, conditional continuation of the Crown baseball experience, offering a crucial bridge for players who have aged out of the Cal Ripken program but wish to continue improving in a non-competitive team setting. This division provides that older players have a local, high-quality option to keep playing and developing their skills. This program's primary focus remains on skill improvement, fostering strong team camaraderie, and enhancing in-game situational awareness—all critical steps toward lifelong baseball success. Players will transition to the larger, official baseball diamond dimensions, preparing them for future play.
The success and continuation of the Babe Ruth 13U division relies heavily on strong player interest, along with dedicated parent and coaching support. If coaches and parents can support a 13U team, the team will register in a neighboring baseball league while proudly wearing the Crown Colony name and playing home games at St Vincent North. This division is designed to keep the passion for the game alive while developing the complex skills required for the next level.
Game Days: Monday - Thursday evenings (~2 hours)
Game play dependent on league partnership & registration