What is the difference between Little League and Pony (CBC) Baseball?
There several very important differences…. Developmentally, Pony’s players are placed on teams according to their skill level. With (2) levels of play: instructional and competitive, a player is placed on a team whose level will aid in the development of the player. Little League uses a player draft, picking (1) player per round until their roster is filled. The selected player will be placed on that team selected, regardless of skill level. Little League does not offer a developmental league, and those who are at an instructional level may have to play with or against skilled AAU/USSSA players. This puts the instructional player at a distinct disadvantage, results in minimal playing times, and does not foster the development or confidence of the player. Levels of Play. PONY rules are more beneficial to young athletes as they develop their baseball skills. PONY baseball provides more developmental levels of play as players move up a level every 2 years. Field sizes grow with the play
