Spring 2026 Grand Mesa Little League Registration – Now Open!

Thank you for your interest in Baseball and Softball with Grand Mesa Little League! Proudly located in Grand Junction, Colorado, GMLL provides a positive, competitive, and community-driven environment where players of all experience levels can learn, grow, and thrive.

Whether your player is stepping onto the field for the first time or returning for another season at our park, we’re excited to welcome your family for another great spring. A great season starts with strong community involvement—and we’re grateful to have you with us.

⚾ Registration Timeline & Late Fees

Online registration remains open until early April 2026
A non-negotiable $25 late fee per player will be assessed beginning March 7, 2026

💡 Early Bird Discount
👉 Register by January 21, 2026 and save $25 per child by using code GMEarlyS26 at checkout.

Late registration limits placement options and may result in waitlisting.

🚨 Division Capacity & Waitlists

To ensure meaningful playing time and appropriate roster sizes:

Each division and team has a strict maximum capacity
Once capacity is reached, players will be placed on a waitlist
All registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis

Do not wait to register. Divisions fill quickly each spring.

👥 Coach & Teammate Requests

We understand the importance of teammate and coach continuity, especially in younger divisions.

Requests will be honored when possible, but are not guaranteed
Requests are prioritized by registration date
Each team has a limited number of allowable requests

⚠️ Little League Rule Notice
Due to Little League draft regulations, coach and teammate requests cannot be honored in the Major Baseball or Major Softball divisions. All players in these divisions are assigned through the official draft process in full compliance with Little League rules.

🗓️ Spring 2026 Game Schedule Overview

All Grand Mesa home games:

🕕 6:00 PM, Monday–Friday
🕗 Limited 8:00 PM games on Fridays
⚾ Teams may also play on select Saturdays

Travel Information

Baseball
- Pee-Wee / T-Ball / Rookie: No travel
- Minor–Senior: Very limited travel may occur based on interleague agreements (to be finalized)
Softball
- Local travel within the valley (Orchard Mesa & Fruita)
- Additional District 1 travel (CRV / Three Rivers), primarily on Saturdays

🧢 Spring 2026 Divisions

Baseball & Softball

Pee-Wee: Ages 3–4
T-Ball: Ages 4–6
Rookie Baseball: Ages 6–8
Beginner Softball (Coach Pitch – Girls): Ages 6–8
(Players league age 8 may not have previously played in this division)
Minor Baseball: Ages 8–10
Minor Softball: Ages 8–10 (Player Pitch Only)
Major Baseball: Ages 9–12
Major Softball: Ages 9–12
Junior/Senior Baseball: Ages 12–16
Junior/Senior Baseball – High School Players: Ages 14–16
(High school players will join the Jr/Sr season after May 15)
Junior/Senior Softball: Ages 12–16

📣 Important dates, evaluations, schedules, and field assignments will be posted on the Grand Mesa Little League website and Facebook page as the season approaches.

💻 How to Register

Online: Complete registration through this site
In-Person: Available only at scheduled registration events
(Dates and locations to be announced)

❗ Private or individual registration appointments are not available

❗ Cancellation & Refund Policy

Cancellations must be submitted by March 1, 2026 to be eligible for a refund
No refunds will be issued after this date for any reason

🛡️ Optional Registration Insurance
Optional insurance will be offered during online registration to cover unforeseen season cancellations or player injuries. This insurance is optional, not affiliated with, and does not financially benefit Grand Mesa Little League, but is recommended for families seeking additional peace of mind.

💰 Spring 2026 Registration Fees

Pee-Wee: $65
T-Ball: $100
Rookie: $150
Minor & Major Baseball: $185
Minor Softball & Above: $185
Junior/Senior Baseball: $185
Junior/Senior Baseball (High School Player): $100

📣 Stay Connected

All updates will be shared via:

🌐 www.grandmesalittleleague.com
📘 Facebook: @GrandMesaLittleLeague

Registration Listing

2026 Grand Mesa Little League Spring Season T-Ball / Baseball Registration

Grand Mesa Little League – 2026 Baseball Program Description

Founded in 1963, Grand Mesa Little League is proud to enter its 63rd year of providing high-quality, character-building baseball opportunities for youth across the Grand Valley. As one of Colorado’s most successful Little League programs, we remain committed to developing strong athletes, confident young leaders, and a lifelong love of the game.

***In the event you receive a pop-up message stating that your child is not eligible to participate in this program, please press continue. We are working through bugs in the system.

Mission & Philosophy

Grand Mesa Little League exists to teach baseball fundamentals, promote sportsmanship, and create a safe, positive environment where every player can grow. We emphasize:

Skill development appropriate to each age level

Teamwork, respect, and personal responsibility

Competitive play balanced with fair participation

Strong volunteer leadership and community involvement

Our program serves as an extension of the values we believe youth sports should uphold: integrity, hard work, and fun.

Program Structure

Grand Mesa Little League offers divisions for players ages 4–16, allowing athletes to develop through progressive levels of play:

T-Ball (ages 4–6): Introduction to game basics, confidence-building, and fun.

Rookie/Machine Pitch (ages 6–8): Fundamentals, throwing, catching, hitting, and early teamwork.

Minors (ages 8–10): Player pitching; enhanced defensive and offensive development.

Majors (ages 10–12): Competitive play, advanced rules, and preparation for tournament opportunities.

Juniors (ages 12–14): Full-size field, advanced strategies, and competitive progression.

Seniors (ages 13–16): High-level baseball with opportunities for district, state, and regional tournament play.

Players are drafted or placed on teams in accordance with official Little League regulations to ensure balanced, development-focused competition.

Season Timeline

Registration: Opens NOW through the end of March

Player Evaluations: March TBA (certain divisions)

Practices: Begin in Late March

Regular Season Games: April through mid June

All-Star/Tournament Season: Mid-June practices through late July for eligible divisions based on tournament advancement.

Grand Mesa also offers Fall Ball, skills clinics, and optional off-season development opportunities.

Fields & Facilities

Grand Mesa Little League operates out of one of the most historic and well-maintained youth baseball complexes in Colorado. Our facility features:

Five dedicated Little League fields

Fully Lit Batting Cages

Practice spaces

A fully staffed concession stand

Well lit, safe play area for younger players and siblings.

Scoreboards, lighting, and shaded spectator areas

A safe, family-friendly environment for players and parents

Each field is maintained with care by our volunteers to ensure an outstanding game-day experience.

Volunteer-Driven Excellence

As a 100% volunteer-powered organization, GMLL thrives because of the parents, coaches, board members, community partners, and local supporters who invest their time and talents into our athletes. All volunteers must complete annual background screening to ensure the highest level of safety for our players. League leadership background screening is conducted at a district level, all coaches, umpires, team parents, etc. are screened at the league level through our volunteer application.

Opportunities include:

Coaching and assistant coaching

Umpiring

Team parent roles

Concessions

Field maintenance

Board and committee service

Community & Legacy

For more than six decades, thousands of local families have trusted Grand Mesa Little League as the home for their young athletes. Many of our alumni return as coaches, parents, mentors, and supporters—continuing a legacy built on pride, tradition, and community spirit.

Through our partnerships, scholarships, and commitment to accessibility, we work to ensure every child who wants to play baseball has the opportunity to do so.

Looking Ahead to 2026

As we begin the 2026 season, Grand Mesa Little League remains focused on delivering:

A safe and inclusive baseball experience

High-quality instruction and development

Strong player and family engagement

Memorable game-day experiences

Competitive opportunities at every level

A program our community can be proud of

We look forward to another incredible year on the fields at Grand Mesa. Whether you’re a returning family or joining us for the first time, welcome to the 2026 season—let’s make it the best one yet.