Q: What age groups can play at Vista Little League?
A: Vista Little League offers baseball programs for boys and girls aged 4-14 across seven divisions. To find out your child's "League Age" for the Spring 2025 season, click here. The age ranges for each division are:

• T-Ball: 4-6
• Single A: 5*-7 (must be 5 by 3/1/25)
• AA: 7-10
• AAA: 8-11
• Majors: 10-12
• Intermediate: 11-13
• Juniors: 14

For more specific questions, we have an FAQ for each division.

Q: Where is Vista Little League located?
A: Our fields are at 600-3/4 Optimist Way, Vista, CA 92081, near Shadowridge Park and The Optimist Club.

Q: What are the boundaries for Vista Little League?
A: Click here to check eligibility using our League Finder tool. There are no boundary restrictions for the Fall Season (September through November).

Schools within our boundaries include:
Elementary: Beaumont, Breeze Hill, Foothill-Oak, Hannalei, Joli Ann Leichtag, Lake, Monte Vista, Classical Academy Vista, Kids Town Montessori, Stars Montessori
Middle: Madison, Rancho Minerva, Vista Magnet
partial list)

Q: How many seasons are offered each year at Vista Little League?
A: We offer baseball in the Spring and Fall. The Spring season starts with player assessments in late January or early February (AA through Juniors only). Practices begin in February, and games usually start in early March, running until mid to late May, followed by tournaments for AA through Juniors. The Fall season begins after Labor Day, with practices and games starting in Week 1, running through mid-November, with no post-season tournaments.

Q: If my child played at VNLL or RBVLL on a ii(d) waiver, is he/she eligible to play at Vista Little League?
A: Yes, as long as they haven’t missed registering for consecutive Spring seasons at VNLL or RBVLL since moving outside the boundaries.

Q: My child qualifies for different divisions based on age. What should I do if I'm unsure which one to choose?
A: For AAA and above, sign-ups are done by division for league purposes, but the division your child plays in will ultimately be determined by an assessment and draft based on their skills. Signing up for a division does not guarantee placement in that specific division.
For AA and below (T-Ball, A, AA), you have the flexibility to choose a division based on both age and your child's experience, as placement is not dependent on assessments.

Q: What if my child is new to the game and the divisions available seem too advanced? Can they "play down"?
A: Kids often catch up quickly, so we encourage keeping players in their designated age groups unless there are special circumstances to discuss.

Q: Can my child "play up" if they excel at sports?
A: Recreational sports are designed for children to play with peers of similar age and grade levels. Higher divisions may have later practices and games, affecting sleep schedules. While it’s generally discouraged, there may be occasional circumstances where playing up could be considered.

Q: Can I request a specific practice day for my child’s team?
A: With over 500 players across nearly 46 teams, we cannot accommodate specific practice day requests.

Q: What is VLL's refund policy?
A: VLL incurs costs each season, including utilities, equipment, and uniforms. All refund requests must be submitted in writing to the VLL President (not through managers or volunteers).  The refund policy is provided below:

• Full refunds (minus processing fees) are available prior to the pre-season registration deadline.
• If the deadline has passed, refunds requested before Opening Day will be honored at a 50% rate (minus processing fees).
• No refunds will be issued after Opening Day, with no exceptions.

There are no guaranteed minimums for games or practices. If cancellations occur due to circumstances beyond our control (weather, fire, etc.), refunds will not be provided. If we cannot place your child on a team due to a lack of parent volunteer coaches, you will receive a full refund.

Q: My child is on the waitlist. How will I know if they are placed on a team?
A: If a spot opens up, you’ll be notified by email with a limited time to claim the spot. We recommend signing up early, as spots are limited by field availability and parent volunteers. While our waitlist policy is first-come-first-served, we may prioritize players if a parent is willing to manage a team.