Information for the 2026 All-Stars teams will be updated in April. Stay tuned!

Player Opt-In

Opt-in form will be emailed to Minors and Majors families. Players who do not opt-in by the deadline will not appear on the ballot and will not be considered for All-Stars. 

Meet the minimum game requirements

Per Little League International rules, players must have played a minimum of 8 regular season games prior to All-Star selection. If a player missed games due to injury or illness, they would need a doctor's note. 

Reside or attend school within league boundaries

Players must meet the criteria established by Little League’s “Residency and School Attendance Player Eligibility Requirement" AND meet the age and division requirements for the All-Star team.

The All-Stars Managers and Coaches are responsible for fielding a competitive team to play against other Little Leagues. All-Stars are selected through a voting process that includes peers, managers and coaches.  

Please see our FAQs below and our bylaws for a detailed outline of the All-Stars selection process.

Player selections are based on:

• Character – consistently demonstrating a spirit of fair play, integrity, adaptiveness, humility, confidence and perseverance (whether winning or losing).
  
• Leadership – consistently demonstrating a positive attitude, hustle, cooperation, care for teammates on the field and in the dugout, and an overall commitment to the team.
  
• Skills & knowledge – consistently demonstrating strong regular season on-field performance, ability to compete, experience at various positions, and skill with batting, fielding, baserunning and situational awareness.
  

Players who do not opt-in by the deadline will NOT appear on any ballots.

The All-Star season length varies depending upon the team’s age and success.  Families should ensure that they are available for daily weekday practice and weekend games starting immediately following the regular season and through the end of July.  The 12s All-Star Team may play into August if they advance beyond the State Tournament.

100% attendance to all All-Star Events is expected:

• All-Star events include tournaments, games, practices, and team building activities. These are all required and equally important for the development of the team. 
• Time commitment is typically 5-7 days per week during June, July, and possibly August
  
• Practices are generally held in the afternoon/evening for 2+ hours.
  
• Unless there is a compelling reason for an absence (ex: wedding, funeral, urgent medical appointment), players are expected to attend all scheduled events.
• Family vacations or other sports commitments (including travel ball or other league play) are not considered a valid reason to miss All-Star events.

Travel Considerations:

• Tournament play is not limited to weekends and may require travel/overnight stays during the week.
  
• Hotel stays, meals, and other transportation costs are the responsibility of the player’s family. Additional travel expenses may be required.  
• However, it is West Seattle Little League’s policy that the cost of travel should not prohibit any player from having this opportunity. Contact [email protected] to ask about financial assistance.

What does it mean to “play up” for All-Stars?

 If you elect during the opt-in process for your child to be considered to “play up” that means that you would be comfortable with your player being considered to play up for an All-Stars team above their league age. For example, if you elect for your league age 11 year old to “play up” that means we will include your child’s name on the ballot for managers/coaches to vote for the 12s team. 

If my child is selected for the All-Stars team, what can we expect (practices and games)?

All-Star teams practice at least 5 nights a week with practice length times varying. There may also be some pre-tournament scrimmages in and outside of West Seattle.

How much play time will my child get on the All-Stars team? 

Families and players should recognize that All-Stars Tournament play time is different from the regular season in West Seattle Little League. Every player on the roster bats in a continuous batting order. However, some players may see limited time in the field, as there are no minimum requirements for field time. With that said, everyone who makes the All-Star roster is on the team for a reason, and will be expected to fill a role and contribute in meaningful ways. 

How many players are selected for each team?

This will vary depending on the manager based on tournament playing rules. Typically, most managers field a team of 12-13 players.

Do the Jamboree games count towards the 8-game minimum for player eligibility?

No, the Jamboree games do not count towards the 8-game minimum. Only regular season regulation games count.

How are players selected for a team?

Players are selected through several different mechanisms:

(1) Player vote: all players in the AA Minors and Majors divisions will have an opportunity to vote for 3 players for selection to the All Star teams. The 3 players at each age level with the most votes are selected for that All-Star Team. Players in the AA Minors division will vote for the 10s All-Star Team. Players in the Majors division will vote for the 11s and 12s All Star Teams. 

(2) Managers/coaches vote:  The manager and one primary coach for each team in the Minors and Majors divisions will vote, choosing from the remaining eligible players. Six players will be selected for the team through this process.

(3) All-Star Manager remaining players selection: The All-Star Manager will then select from the remaining eligible players to complete the team roster.

If my family already has a vacation planned during June/July, how would that affect All-Stars eligibility?

If your child would like to be considered for an All-Star Team, please ensure that they will be available for practices, team-building activities, and games from June through the end of July. If you have planned trips and vacations during this timeframe, please do not opt-in for All-Stars. (The 12s All-Star Team may also compete into August if they advance beyond the State Tournament). 

What will happen if there aren't sufficient player opt-ins?

If we don’t have enough players to field a team at various levels, then we won't field a team.

For questions on All-Stars, contact [email protected].