What Size Bats Are Approved for Use in Babe Ruth / Cal Ripken?

Question: What Size Bats Are Approved for Use in Babe Ruth / Cal Ripken?   Answer: "It is the policy of Babe Ruth League, Inc. to assur... More

How do I register if I don't have a credit card?

If you are registering your son or daughter to play in Cal Ripken / Babe Ruth, but do not have access to a Visa Credit or Check card, the easies... More

What is Babe Ruth/Cal Ripken Baseball?

Babe Ruth and Cal Ripken Baseball are national organizations that charter local community baseball programs. Affiliation of our local program wi... More

What is Idaho Falls Babe Ruth/Cal Ripken?

We are a local non-profit organization entirely staffed by volunteers that are committed to providing a competetive and fun baseball experience ... More

What are these Divisions all about?

This is the number 1 question I have been asked since we set the new website up.  The league is organized into two levels.  Cal Ripken is for 8-... More

Which Division should I choose for my player?

Take your best guess as to where your player would be based on age and skill level.  Many returning players know where they should be placed.  I... More

I would like my player to be on the same team as his friend/brother. Can the league do this?

If you have special requests, please contact your area representative to make sure they are aware of your request.  We will do the best we can t... More

So what are these numbers (40/60) all about?

Simply put, these are shorthand references to the size of the field upon which the division will play.  40/60 is a reference to the smallest bal... More

What do I get for my registration fee?

Quite a lot actually.  We at Idaho Falls Babe Ruth/Cal Ripken are committed to providing the best value that we can within the constraints of th... More

What do parents have to provide?

What we ask parents to provide to ensure a proper and safe baseball experience: Baseball pants Belt Socks Cleats Mitt Please ... More

I want to coach, but I'm nervous about the complexity of 50/70 baseball (or anything else). Can you help?

You bet.  We are here to answer questions to assist coaches in making the transition from small ball to big ball.  Any of us at the 'league ... More

Where can I find the league rules?

The league bylaws are available for download at the league website.  Click 'downloadable forms and files' and then the bylaws link.

Is this a travel league?

Babe Ruth / Cal Ripken is not a 'travel league'. Most games are local and are played between Rigby and Firth. However, we do have teams ... More

How many games do we play?

Typically a season is 14-16 regular season games (depending on division and mother nature).  We have a city tournament at the conclusion of the ... More

When are games?

Games are Monday - Saturday with weeknight games starting at approximately 6:00 PM and typically ending between 8:00 and 8:30 PM depending on da... More

When is [Insert Event Here]?

All important dates are posted on the website.  The league calendar is located on the bottom left of the website front page.  Be sure to click o... More

Who do I contact if I have an issue?

All league-related issues should be communicated to your area representative.  Contact information for area representatives are listed under the... More

I have already assembled a team, can I sign them up?

In short, no.  The Babe Ruth national organization and our league are not configured for pre-selected teams.  Pre-assembled teams are more suite... More

I have signed up my player. What next?

Step 1 is participate in your skills day.  Skills day schedules are posted on the website by the child's age and by high school area.  Once ... More

How will I know if there's been a rainout?

Please note that we play primarily on fields that are controlled by the City of Idaho Falls.  The City decides if the fields are playable and th... More

How do I recommend a change/modification/improvement to the league website?

This is our first year with our new website and league management software.  The website is very much a work in progress and we are learning as ... More

I want to volunteer to help. How do I contribute?

This league operates entirely on a volunteer basis.  We always need parents to help.  If you are willing to help out in any capacity, please con... More

Does the League offer a multi-player discount?

No.  Although we have done this in the past, unfortunately we have been forced to discontinue the multi-player discount starting this year.  Thi... More

What Bats are Legal for Cal Ripken/Babe Ruth

"It is the policy of Babe Ruth League, Inc. to assure the safety of all participants.  Accordingly, Babe Ruth League, Inc. reserves the right to... More