Travel / USSSA
Ages 8-14
Field Dimensions
60-90 ft
Base Paths
46-60 ft
Mound Distance
Key Rules
Runners may lead off the base before the pitch is delivered.
Base stealing is allowed.
The batter may attempt to reach first base on a dropped third strike.
The infield fly rule is in effect with runners on first and second (or bases loaded) with less than two outs.
Balk rules are enforced — illegal pitching motions result in runners advancing.
Official Rulebook
Travel / USSSA rules & regulations
Tournaments
USSSA Global Sports Baseball World Series
One of the largest youth baseball tournaments in the country, featuring travel teams across multiple age divisions.
July · Various locations
USSSA Elite World Championship
Top-tier tournament for elite travel teams competing for a national title.
June – July
Highly scouted travel ball tournaments run by Perfect Game, attracting top talent nationwide.
Year-round
Nations Baseball Championships
National championship series for travel teams across age groups from 7U to 14U.
June – August