From its beginning, the goal of Little League has been to help youngsters develop citizenship, discipline, teamwork and physical well being. This has been the heritage of the Little League movement, which has established its success in the arena of youth sports.

In a sense, the fundamental preparation for adult life can be developed on a baseball or softball diamond. It is through athletics that youngsters can learn their own strengths and weaknesses, the meanings of sportsmanship and co-operation, the essence of competition, and the qualities that constitute effective leadership.

Little League is not a win-at-all cost program. Little League emphasizes team rather than individual accomplishments.