The Intermediate (50/70) Baseball Division was introduced in January, 2010, as a pilot program for 12-13-year-olds (7th and 8th grade) which utilizes a 50-foot pitching distance and 70-foot base paths.
The division offers a transition for players between the standard Little League field size (46-foot pitching distance and 60-foot base paths) and the Junior/Senior/Big League field size (60-foot, 6-inch pitching distance and 90-foot base paths). This division is a big transition towards playing "real baseball".
IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU DO NOT SKIP THIS DIVISION.
Many of the Junior League rules will be used such as runners being permitted to lead off bases, runners may attempt to steal at any time, and allowing an on-deck batter. In addition, pitchers will have "balks" called and will have to learn "pick-off" plays.
The culmination of the International Tournament is the Intermediate (50/70) Baseball World Series, featuring teams from around the world. All expenses for the teams advancing to the World Series (travel, meals and housing) are paid by Little League International.