USA Baseball lowered the single-game pitch limit for 12U players from 85 to 75 pitches starting January 2026. Rest day requirements are unchanged. If your 12-year-old pitches in any USA Baseball-affiliated league this spring, the new limit applies. Ask your coordinator if you're unsure whether your program has adopted the 2026 standards.
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USA Baseball tightened pitch count limits for 12U starting this season
June 1, 2026
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