18 AND UNDER (18U MIDGET)

ABOUT THIS DIVISION

Born in Year:  2008, 2009, 2010
Ages (as of January 1st, 2026):  15-17 (18 for female athletes)

The 18U "AA" is our House division and is open to all players 15-17 as of January 1 of the baseball year you are registering to play.  Players who are 18 of January 1 of the baseball year also have the option of registering for 18U AA (house), subject to some restrictions which are detailed in the BC Baseball rule book.  Contact the registrar prior to registering if you fall into this category.

At the 18U level, the base paths are set at 90 feet and the pitching distance is 60½' (i.e., a full-sized baseball diamond). A regulation game is 7 innings. However, a new inning cannot be started more than 2 hours 15 minutes after first pitch and games may be shortened due to weather or light conditions. Base runners are permitted to lead off, balks are called, and the dropped 3rd strike rule is in effect.

The 18U division is tiered.  Players may try out for the "AAA" team which offers a more competitive level of play.  These teams will play similar level teams from other associations.  Players not selected to the "AAA" teams will be selected to one of the "A" teams which offer a more recreational level of play and less commitment of time.

    SEASON DATES

Refer to each division (18U AA, 18U AAA) for detailed information about each division.

DIVISION RULES

  • Base paths are set at 90 feet
  • Pitching distance is 60½' (ie. a full-sized baseball diamond)
  • Games are 7 innings (new inning cannot be started more than 2 hours 15 minutes after first pitch)
  • Balks are called
  • Base runners are permitted to lead off
  • Running to 1st base on a dropped 3rd strike is allowed (only if 1st base is unoccupied)

Resources:  BC Minor Rulebook

 

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

  • Batting helmet
  • Baseball glove
  • Baseball pants
  • Baseball bat (optional - team bats are available for use)
  • Baseball cleats
  • Protective Jock/Jill
  • Water bottle (no sharing allowed)
  • Bag (to carry equipment)
LEVEL OF PLAY

18U AA
18U AAA
Competitiveness
Recreational/semi-competitive level of play
Highly competitive, the top level before "College Prep" 
Skill Level
Players have basic to intermediate skills and a fundamental understanding of the game
Players have advanced skills, consistent abilities and are experienced/competitive
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/mid August
(Longer season - full commitment required)
Practices & Games
1 practice + 1-2 games per week 
(expect 2-3 days per week)
2-3 practices + 2-4 games per week
(expect 4-6 days per week)
Travel
Mainly local
Travel is frequent, including out of town games and tournaments in other areas 
(Okanagan, Vancouver Island )
Game Play
Standard rules, bat through order
Wood bat division.  Expect to play "9-man-ball" format through entire season
Coaching
Focuses on building the love of the game and continued player development
Focuses on key positions and specific training needs
Games & Tournaments
12 - 14 games per season and playoffs
40 games and 25 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 who are consistently strong acorss all aspects of the game and willing to commit to an intense schedule
Team Selection
Only players NEW to 18U attend the assessment sesson and are drafted onto a team.  Returning players return to the same team from previous years until aged out of 18U.
Players must attend tryout session(s) to be considered for a Travel Team