General Information
The Coach Pitch League is dedicated to creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment where boys and girls aged 7–8 can learn the fundamentals of baseball, develop teamwork, build confidence, and experience the joy of the game.
Spring Coach Pitch Baseball (Apr – June 2027)
- League dates: TBA. Final celebration date/time TBA. Main dish is provided, please bring a side dish. Please view more information under Parent Resources.
- Practices: Thursdays at 5:30-6:45pm or 6:30-7:45 pm.
- Devotional: Mandatory 15-minute devotional will be held on Thursdays. Players who attend practices and miss devotionals will sit out their first batting rotation of the next game.
Games: Saturday mornings at 10:15am OR 11:30am.
Fee: $75 per child (includes jersey and hat). (2026 fee subject to change)
Register: Online registration will be available at least one month prior to start of league. Please check back in mid January for more information.—Click [HERE] to register online on the website.
Questions? Visit the league page or email sports@firstfriends.org.
For full details on refunds, age guidelines, coach volunteering, and more, see [Parent Resources].
Printable Team Rosters/Schedule
Please click below on the links to view Team Rosters/Game Schedule (when available)
Team Rosters
Game Schedule
Scores/Standings
Coaches Resources
COACHES NEEDED! TRAINING PROVIDED! Plan to attend the Coaches Meeting Date/Time TBA. Location: inside church.
Please indicate on child’s registration form you would like to coach/assist coach or call Sports at 330-966-6868 or email sports@firstfriends.org.
**Please submit all necessary signed paperwork to sports@firstfriends.org
Coaches Application (Click Link)
Coaches Forms (Click Link)
Background Check (Click Link)
Ohio Youth Concussion Test (Click Link)
Lindsay’s Law Required Coaches’ Training Video (Click Link)
Lindsay Law Information Sheet (Click Link)
League Rules (Click Link)
Parent Resources
Where: Location: First Friends Church, 5455 Market Ave N, Canton, OH.
End‑of‑Season Celebration: Date/Time TBA— main dish, pop, water, and paper/plastic products provided. Held at the church pavilion or inside the gym if needed. Please arrive between early to drop off your food item. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share according to the categories below. Please put your name on any containers and utensils you bring and remember to take them home.
T-ball: Side Dishes
Coach Pitch: Salads
U13 Kid Pitch: Desserts
Refunds: $5 retained for refunds. No refund after the second week unless approved for medical reasons; none if removed for disciplinary reasons.
Registration: Will be available online at least one month prior to start of league. Please check back in mid January for more information. Office hours: Mon–Fri, 9 am–3 pm. Deadline: TBA or when full. Late registrations accepted if space allows, though jerseys may arrive late.
Age Requirement: Age 7-8 Register based on age as of July 1 of the current year. Exceptions only with director approval. Divisions may shift based on participation.
Special Requests: One request allowed (e.g., buddy pairing), must be mutual, not guaranteed.
Parents’ Meeting: Date TBA. Normally held during first practice at the pavilion. Parent Meeting Notes: Click here to download when available
League Rules Click Link
Picture Day Date: TBA Please click on links below to view:
Parent Information
Picture Day Schedule
Coach Complimentary Photo Information
Equipment: Required gear: baseball glove, team shirt, and baseball cap. Recommended gear: baseball cleats (no metal cleats) and baseball pants. Optional gear: Baseball bat (must comply with Little League Regulations)
Lindsay Law Parent Info: Video (Click to Watch), Informational Handout (Click to View), Signature Form (Click to download)