ALTBSA Age Groups
Baseball
7U · 8U · 9U · 10U · 11U · 12U · 13U · 14U
Softball
10U · 12U · 14U
2027 Season
Avon Lake Travel Baseball and Softball Association, Inc.
We want to make the age group placement process as clear and transparent as possible for families.
7U · 8U · 9U · 10U · 11U · 12U · 13U · 14U
10U · 12U · 14U
ALTBSA participates in multiple leagues, each with their own age eligibility rules. For which leagues our teams compete in, see League Affiliations.
| League | Sport | Age Cutoff Date | How Age is Determined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cuyahoga Valley Baseball Assoc. | Baseball | May 1, 2027 | Player’s age on May 1, 2027 |
| Ohio Prospects League | Baseball | May 1, 2027 | Player’s age on May 1, 2027 |
| Lorain County Hotstove | Baseball | May 1, 2027 (expected) | Player’s age on May 1, 2027 |
| Emerald Necklace | Softball | September 1, 2026 | Player’s age on September 1, 2026 (year prior to the 2027 season) |
See our League Affiliations page for links to each league. Emerald Necklace softball age rules are described in the Emerald Necklace Fastpitch FAQ.
Check our FAQ for answers to common questions. If you are unsure which age group your child qualifies for, use our online contact form with your child’s date of birth. We will be happy to help.
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