Youth Baseball Pitch Count Tracker
Track pitch counts in real time. Little League limits and required rest days calculated automatically by age.
Track pitching mechanics too
Pitch count rules protect arms. AI video analysis catches mechanical issues early — before they become injuries.
See the best pitching analysis tools →Little League Pitch Count Rules by Age (2024)
These limits are set by Little League International and align with USA Baseball's Pitch Smart guidelines. Travel ball and rec leagues often adopt the same rules — check with your specific league.
| Age Group | Max Pitches/Day | 0 Days Rest | 1 Day | 2 Days | 3 Days | 4 Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7–8 | 50 | 1–20 | 21–35 | 36–50 | — | — |
| 9–10 | 75 | 1–20 | 21–35 | 36–50 | 51–65 | 66+ |
| 11–12 | 85 | 1–20 | 21–35 | 36–50 | 51–65 | 66+ |
| 13–16 | 95 | 1–20 | 21–35 | 36–50 | 51–65 | 66+ |
| 17–18 | 105 | 1–20 | 21–35 | 36–50 | 51–65 | 66+ |
Source: Little League Official Regulations (2024). Rest days = calendar days, not game days. A pitcher who throws 66+ pitches on Monday cannot pitch again until Saturday.
Why Pitch Count Tracking Matters
Youth arm injuries have reached epidemic levels in baseball. The American Sports Medicine Institute found that youth pitchers who threw more than 100 innings per season were 3.5 times more likely to need surgery. The growth plates in a young pitcher's elbow and shoulder don't fully close until age 16–18 — during exactly the years when most arm damage happens.
Pitch count limits were introduced specifically to address this. But tracking is only as good as the person doing it. A coach managing a 5-run deficit in the fourth inning doesn't always have headspace to update a notepad. This tool is designed for in-game use — large tap targets, instant visual feedback, and automatic rest day calculations so you can focus on managing the game.
The best pitching analysis tools also track mechanical load — how hard a pitcher is working per pitch, which matters even within the legal pitch count. A pitcher throwing 70 efficient, easy pitches has a different arm load than one fighting mechanics through the same 70. Pitch count is a floor, not a ceiling.
3 Pitch Count Tracking Mistakes Coaches Make
Counting from memory
Even experienced coaches lose count during a tense at-bat. A pitcher who throws 78 pitches when you thought they had 65 has just triggered a 4-day rest requirement — and may have landed you in front of a board of directors meeting. Track every pitch in real time.
Confusing game days with calendar days
Rest requirements are calendar days, not game days. If your 11-year-old throws 70 pitches on a Thursday, "4 days rest" means they cannot pitch again until Monday — not their next game day, regardless of when that falls.
Forgetting the catcher rule
In Little League, a catcher who catches 4 or more innings cannot pitch that day. And a pitcher who reaches certain thresholds (31+ pitches for ages 7–12, 41+ for ages 13–16) cannot play catcher for the remainder of that day. Tracking pitcher limits also informs where they can play defensively.
Pitch Count vs. Pitch Mechanics: Two Different Problems
Pitch count limits protect against overuse. But a pitcher can blow out their arm in 40 pitches if their mechanics put excessive stress on the elbow or shoulder. That's what the best pitching analysis tools address — AI video analysis that flags mechanical red flags like early trunk rotation, arm drag, and improper follow-through.
Use this tracker to stay within league rules. Use a video analysis tool to catch the mechanical patterns that put your pitcher at risk even within the legal count. They solve different parts of the same arm health problem.
Common Questions
What are the Little League pitch count limits by age?
Ages 7–8: 50 pitches per day. Ages 9–10: 75 pitches per day. Ages 11–12: 85 pitches per day. Ages 13–16: 95 pitches per day. Ages 17–18: 105 pitches per day. These are hard daily limits — not per game.
Do pitch count rules apply to travel ball?
Travel ball leagues vary. Most competitive travel organizations follow USA Baseball's Pitch Smart guidelines, which are nearly identical to Little League rules. Some showcase events have their own policies. Always confirm with your league director before tournament play.
What happens if a pitcher exceeds their limit?
In Little League, if the last pitch of an at-bat causes the count to exceed the limit, the pitcher may finish that batter but must then exit. They're also subject to the 4-day rest requirement. Repeat violations can result in suspension of the coach or manager under Little League policy.
Can I use this tracker for multiple games in a tournament?
Yes — pitch count limits are cumulative across days, not per game. In a tournament, if your pitcher throws 60 pitches on Saturday and you want to know when they can pitch again, the 3-day rest applies from Saturday's game date, not from Sunday's first pitch.
Does a pitcher reset to zero pitches the next day?
No. The daily limit is per calendar day — a pitcher can only pitch up to their age-group maximum in any single calendar day. But rest requirements are based on total pitches thrown in that day, not whether they pitched in multiple games on that day.
Why are younger players limited to fewer pitches?
Growth plates in the elbow (the medial epicondyle) and shoulder (the proximal humeral physis) are not fully fused in young pitchers. High repetition stress on unfused growth plates causes "Little Leaguer's elbow" and shoulder injuries that can have permanent effects. The limits are lower for younger players because their developing anatomy is more vulnerable.