About All Stars
The Little League All-Star Tournament is a postseason event where selected All-Star teams from each league compete for a District Championship. It provides players the chance to experience a higher level of competition within the Little League system. Age divisions from 8–11 typically finish at the State level, while the Majors and Junior divisions progress all the way to a World Series tournament.
At the conclusion of the regular season, a group of coaches and players are chosen to represent SWA in the All-Star tournaments. This marks the beginning of the path toward the Little League International Tournament, which is widely recognized as one of the largest youth sports events in the world.
More information about the Little League International Tournament can be found here.
All-Star Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for All-Stars, players must:
- Have participated in the Spring 2026 season
- Have played in at least 8 regular-season games
- Meet the boundary eligibility requirements for Southwest Ada Little League
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How All-Star Players Are Selected
Players are selected by the process outlined in our SWADALL Bylaws. Selection is based on a combination of skill, sportsmanship, attitude, and overall contribution to their team during the regular season. Being chosen for an All Star team is a significant honor that reflects a player's dedication and performance.
SWADALL Bylaws can be found under our "About Us --> Rules": here
Important Dates:
Announcement of Players:
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Softball All Star team announcement: After May 16th
- Baseball All Star team announcement: After May 16th
Required Documents:
-Original birth certificate
-School Enrollment Form/ Residency Verification: Found here
-Medical release form: found here
- Any other forms that may need filled out by SWA
Commitment Expectations:
All Stars is serious commitment for players and families. Practices typically begin immediately after the announcement and may occur up to 5-6 days a week. The tournament schedule can include games on the weekends, weekdays, and travel may be required depending how far the team advances.
We kindly ask families to consider their summer availability and willingness to commit before accepting a spot. Participation requires full dedication to the team and the schedule.
Important Dates by Division:
Baseball Divisions: Interested in the 2026 Baseball All Stars Teams? Please fill out our 2026 Baseball Interest form located here
All-Star tournament dates for 9U, 10U, 11U, and 12U divisions:
District II Tournament: Likely to be July 6-19
State Championship for 10U, 11U and 12U only (Northern Idaho): Late July. It is a best of 3 series.
Regional Tournament (San Bernardino, CA) 12U only: August 8-14
World Series: August 19-30
All-Star tournament dates for 13U division: TBD
Softball Divisions: Interested in the 2026 Softball All Stars Teams? Please fill out our 2026 Softball Interest form located here
Coaches Announced: May 15th, 2026
Tryouts (If applicable): May 15th- May 16th, 2026 *Tryouts are not required, but if it is decided a tryout is needed, the tryout times will be emailed the week of May 11th. Tryouts will be held Friday May 15th from 6-730p, and Saturday May 16th as needed.
Team Placement Emails sent: May 17th, 2026
*Registration fee due within 24 hours of team placement.
Paperwork required at the first practice May 26th-May 28th.
District Tournament: June 15th-19th, 2026 Location: Boise, Idaho
State Championship: July 2nd- 5th, 2026 Location: Boise, ID
Northwest Regionals: July 18th-July 23rd, 2026 Location: San Bernadino, CA
Congratulations to our 2025 All-Star Teams!
SWA is proud to have 4 baseball (12U, 11U, 10U, 9U) teams and 2 softball (minors and majors) for the Little League District Tournament.
Highlights
- Minors Softball won an automatic bid to the state tournament.
- Majors (12U) Baseball won at state and advanced to Western Regionals in San Bernardino, California!
