SCOREKEEPER – 1-2 per team (Rookies, Minors, Majors - and other upper divisions only)

This position is required to attend and keep score at each game according to the team schedule. There will be a virtual training session each pre-season, and all scorekeepers and scoreboard operators are encouraged to attend. 

Rookies, Minors, Majors - and other upper divisions: 

- Home Team provides: Official Scorekeeper (in GameChanger) for that game. The home team GameChanger scorebook will be the official game book.
- Visiting Team provides: Backup Scorekeeper and a Scoreboard Operator (for fields with scoreboards).
- Both teams will use the GameChanger App scorekeeping tool to score every game. Scorekeeping shall be done in accordance with LLI rules.
- Arrive to field at least 15 minutes before game time begins

Tee Ball and Coach Pitch divisions: 

- No scorekeeper; no score is kept.

All scorekeepers and scoreboard operators must be registered prior to the game.
To Register as a Team Scorekeeper:

1. Login to your account on this site.
2. Click on My Account.
3. Click Volunteer in the left-hand nav.
4. Click the Find Volunteer Roles button.
5. Click the appropriate role.

A great way to get involved while still enjoying the game is by serving as a scorekeeper or scoreboard operator for your team.

Scorekeeping in baseball and softball involves more than tracking runs. It’s an essential part of the game that records the details of every pitch, at-bat, hit, and out. While scorekeeping has its own language, it’s easy to learn, whether you’re new to the sport or have played your whole life.

At West Seattle Little League and leagues around the world, scorekeepers are among the most important officials on the field. In addition to keeping score, scorekeepers must understand the rules of the game and the specific division they are scoring. They track critical statistics that support both gameplay and player safety, including pitch counts.

Scoreboard operators work closely with the scorekeeper to ensure the scoreboard is accurate and up to date for players, coaches, and fans.

The earlier you begin learning to scorekeep, the easier it becomes as your player moves up through the divisions. Many families find that starting in Rookies makes it easier to learn the fundamentals and gradually pick up the additional rules and responsibilities in the upper divisions.

WSLL Scorekeeper Training: Overview of responsibilities and tasks of a scorekeeper, how to use the GameChanger app, and tips for scorekeepers.

Division-Specific Scorekeeper Tips - See the bylaws

Bar-S Scoreboard Operating Instructions: Instructions for operating the scoreboards at Bar-S fields.

GameChanger University: This course will help you learn everything from setting your lineup to scoring difficult plays and fixing mistakes. 

GameChanger Scorekeeping Cheat Sheet: Simple, step-by-step directions that can turn anyone into a scorekeeper.