What is the Little League Challenger Program?
  - Little League's adaptive baseball program for individuals with physical and/ or intellectual disabilities.
  - WSLL partners with Washington State Little League District 7 to facilitate this program in the greater Seattle area.
  - Athletes generally participate in one weekday practice and one weekend game per week in April-June.

Who can participate in the Little League Challenger Program?
  - Any individual with a physical and/ or intellectual disability AND who lives in the West Seattle community.
  - If an individual can participate in the traditional Little League baseball or softball program with reasonable accommodations, they should do so.
  - The Little League Challenger Program accommodates players ages 4-18, or up to age 22 if still enrolled in school.

Is there a cost to participate in the Challenger Program?
  - There is no fee to participate in the WSLL Challenger Program

What rules are followed during a Challenger game?
  - Flexibility and adaptability are key during Challenger games
  - Little League provides all chartered teams with a rulebook that includes a best practices guide to operating a Challenger Game
  - Typically games are 1-2 innings long and last about an hour
  - All players play defensively and bat every inning

What are "buddies" and what role do they have in the Challenger Program?
  - Buddies are individuals who assist Challenger athletes, as needed, in the areas of batting, base running and defense
  - Buddies are often peer athletes who are participating in WSLL baseball or softball programs

How do I register?
  - To register your player for the Challenger program, please contact [email protected].

How can I help?
  - We are a volunteer based league and if you are interested in volunteering for the Challenger Program, please contact [email protected].
  - We are looking for a coach, team manager and on the field buddies.