FAQs

Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) along with their answers to ensure you have all the information you need to decide where to register your player!

Q: When are practices and games?

A: Prior to opening day, players in all divisions typically have two practices each week. After opening day, they have one practice per week, along with one game day per week. For older divisions, there may be double headers scheduled throughout the season based on field availability or reschedules due to weather. Final schedules are contingent upon our final field assignments from the City of Phoenix and Kyrene School District, so we cannot publicize exact dates and times at this time.

Q: What PONY age division does my child qualify for?

A: The website automatically selects the programs your player is eligible for based on their age. We do allow players to play up one age group if their skill level allows it. The final determination is at the discretion of the league based on the results of the skills evaluation. Playing down a division is rare and typically due to a serious medical condition, determined at the league's discretion. View the current League Age Key here: [Link to PONY Baseball League Age Key]

Q: Will my player be cut if they don’t do well in the skills evaluation?

A: Absolutely not! The skills evaluation is not a tryout but a way for us to rate the skill levels of players and ensure parity among the league's teams.

Q: Can I request my player play with a friend or sibling?

A: We do our best to accommodate requests for siblings to be placed on the same team if they fall within the same division. Shetland players can request to be placed on a team with a friend, but we cannot guarantee placement together due to the complexity of roster balancing. Players in all other divisions will be drafted by coaches and placed on teams.

Q: I am on a waitlist. What happens?

A: If you are on a waitlist, it means we are waiting for enough players to round out another team or for a coach to volunteer. Once these conditions are met, you will be contacted to complete your registration.

Q: Can I volunteer?

A: Yes! We welcome volunteers, especially for Opening Day events. If you're willing to help the league in any capacity, sign up or email us to let us know.