Summer Little League is a great opportunity for players to continue developing their skills while enjoying the long, warm days of summer — just like the pros. It allows kids to stay active, build confidence, and keep their love of the game growing after the regular spring season ends. Summer baseball is designed to be competitive, fun, and development-focused, while still maintaining the community-centered values that make PLL special.

It’s important to understand that PLL offers two different summer baseball experiences: Summer League teams and District teams, which follow similar yet very different models.

Summer League teams
are organized primarily by age and are open to players who want additional baseball with tournament play. These teams focus on continued skill development, game experience, and enjoyment of baseball in a familiar Little League environment. The emphasis is on learning, teamwork, and staying sharp over the summer, with a reasonable time commitment that works well for families balancing vacations and other activities.

District teams
by contrast, are more competitive and represent PLL in official Little League District tournaments. These teams are typically formed through a selection or tryout process and require a higher level of commitment, including additional practices, games, and potential travel. District baseball is designed for players who are seeking a more advanced competitive experience and are interested in postseason-style play against other district teams, with the opportunity to advance further in tournament competition.

Both pathways offer meaningful benefits, and neither is “better” than the other — they simply serve different goals. Our aim is to provide clear options so families can choose the experience that best fits their player’s interest, development level, and summer schedule.