Crosstown Spring Instructional League at Willow Hill Dome Crosstown’s Instructional League brings professional coaching directly into the game at the premier facilities of Willow Hill Dome. Former Major Leaguers and our staff of professional coaches roam the field throughout play, helping players learn how to prepare for each pitch, understand where the play is, and know where they need to be. This 7-week spring league is designed to introduce players to competitive gameplay, build confidence, and develop a strong foundation as athletes. With real-time instruction as situations unfold, players develop better instincts, awareness, and confidence while learning to compete and have fun. Small rosters ensure maximum involvement in the game, with more reps, more action, and more opportunities for individual instruction. Families will have the option to build their own team or join an existing team. Each 75-minute session will consist of 20 minutes of practice followed by a three-inning game. Professional Crosstown coaches will partner with parent coaches on each field, giving players the opportunity to learn new skills and immediately apply them in a game setting. And with every game played indoors at Willow Hill Dome, families can count on a consistent spring schedule without the cold, snow, rain, and cancellations that typically come with spring baseball in Chicago. Little Big Leagues | Ages 4-7 7-9 Players Maximum Designed for younger players to learn the game in a fun, instructional environment with small rosters and maximum involvement. Tee-Ball Division | Ages 4-5 An introduction to the game focused on fundamentals, confidence, and learning how to play. Coach Pitch Division | Ages 6-7 The next step for developing players, introducing more game situations while continuing to emphasize instruction and fun. Prospect League | Ages 8-10 10-12 Players Maximum Per Team Designed for players transitioning into more traditional baseball, the Prospect League emphasizes skill development, game awareness, and competitive play through real-time instruction from Crosstown's professional coaching staff. Triple-A Division | Ages 8-9 Designed for developing players building confidence and preparing for more competitive baseball. A combination of kid pitch, coach pitch, and machine pitch keeps games moving, creates more opportunities for action, and allows players to develop their skills in a supportive instructional environment. The Bigs Division | Ages 9-10 Designed for more advanced players ready for a higher level of competition. This division emphasizes traditional baseball gameplay, with increased opportunities for player pitching, more advanced game situations, and continued instruction to develop baseball instincts, confidence, and overall game awareness. League Details Dates: Every Sunday, April 11-May 23, 2027 Time: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Ages: 4-10 Early Bird Fee (Before March 1st): $399 Standard Fee (After March 1st): $449 Planning to build your own team? After each player has registered individually, please email your roster to [Jane@charlietilson.com](mailto:Jane@charlietilson.com). Signing up individually? No problem! We’ll match you with a team based on age and ability.