13 AND UNDER (13U PEEWEE)
ABOUT THIS DIVISION
Born in Year: 2013
Ages (as of January 1st, 2026): 12 (13 for female athletes)
The 13U division is open to all players 12 as of January 1 of the baseball year you are registering to play. However, if your child is eligible for Little League, we encourage you to sign up with your local Little League Association rather than VCB.
At the 13U level, “live” pitching is used throughout the game and a regulation hardball is used. To protect from arm injury, pitchers are governed by BC Baseball pitch count rules which limit the number of pitches allowed and the number of days rest required for arm recovery.
The base paths are set at 70 feet and the pitching distance is 48 feet. A regulation game is 7 innings imposed on all innings except the last where unlimited runs may be scored. Base runners are permitted to lead off, balks are called, and the dropped 3rd strike rule is in effect.
The 13U division is tiered. Players may try out for the "AA" or "AAA" teams which offer a more competitive level of play and will require more commitment and travel. These teams will play similar level teams from other associations. Players not selected to the "AA" or "AAA" teams will be selected to one of the "A" (House) teams which offer a more recreational level of play. There is a Summer "A" (All Star) team that is formed near the end of the season through try-outs to provide players a chance to play through the summer at a competitive level.
SEASON DATES
Refer to each division (13U A, 13U AA, 13U AAA) for detailed information about each division.
DIVISION RULES
- Base paths are set at 70 feet
- Pitchers throw from 48 feet
- Lead offs and stealing are allowed
- Games are 7 innings (new inning cannot be started more than 2 hours 15 minutes after first pitch)
- Balks may be called on pitchers
- Running to 1st base on a dropped 3rd strike is allowed (only if 1st base is unoccupied)
Resources: BC Minor Rulebook
EQUIPMENT LIST
- Batting helmet
- Baseball glove
- Baseball pants
- Baseball bat (optional - team bats are available for use)
- Baseball cleats (plastic cleats only)
- Protective Jock/Jill
- Water bottle (no sharing allowed)
- Bag (to carry equipment)
LEVELS OF PLAY
13U A | 13U AA | 13U AAA | |
Competitiveness | Most recreational level of play | Intermediate level with more advanced play | Highest level of competitive play |
Skill Level | Focuses on developing basics and fundamentals | Players are more advanced than A but still developing | For experienced players with a higher skill ceiling |
Season (Commitment) | April - end of June (Players who want to tryout for Summer A Travel Team must attend at least half of games) | April - early August (Longer season - full commitment required for the season) | April - early/mid August (Longer season - full commitment required for the season) |
Practices & Games | 1 practice + 1-2 games per week (expect 2-3 days per week) | 1-2 practices + 2-3 games per week (expect 3-4 days per week) | 2-3 practices + 2-4 games per week (expect 4-5 days per week) |
Travel | Mainly local | Travel is more frequent, including tournaments in other areas (Langley, Chilliwack) | Most extensive travel, including out of town tournaments (Okanagan, Vancouver Island) |
Game Play | Standard rules, bat through order | Standard rules, bat through order, more advanced strategies | Expect to play "9-man-ball" through entire season |
Coaching | Focuses on building the love of the game and building on basics | Focuses on skill development for players ready for a higher challenge and key positions | Focuses on key positions and specific training needs |
Games & Tournaments | 12 - 14 games per season and playoffs | 24+ games and 20+ additional (exhibition, tournaments, playoffs) | 32+ games and 20+ additional (exhibition, tournaments, playoffs) |
Player Profile | Good for players who prefer a more recreational style of play or are busy with other activites and can't commit to Travel Teams | Good for players ready for a challenge or more competition | For players who are consistently strong across all aspects of the game and willing to commit to an intense schedule |
Team Selection | Players attend an assessment session and drafted to a team to create balanced teams | Players must attend tryout session(s) in order to be considered for a Travel Team | Players must attend tryout session(s) in order to be considered for a Travel Team |