Pitch Count Calculator
Enter age and pitches thrown to see the daily pitch limit, required rest days and the date your pitcher can pitch again.
Pitch count by age
Daily limits are 50 pitches for ages 7–8, 75 for 9–10, 85 for 11–12, 95 for 13–16 and 105 for 17–18. Players 14 and under need 4 days of rest after 66 or more pitches, 3 days after 51–65, 2 after 36–50 and 1 after 21–35. Use the calculator for the exact date.
How to use the pitch count calculator
Use the age rules of your league. Little League uses the age on its league age date.
Enter the total pitches thrown in the game, including warm-up pitches only if your league counts them.
Add the game date to see the exact day your pitcher can pitch again.
Get the daily limit, rest days and next eligible date.
Pitch count chart by age
| Age | Daily max | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 7 to 8 | 50 | Little League and Pitch Smart |
| 9 to 10 | 75 | Little League and Pitch Smart |
| 11 to 12 | 85 | Little League and Pitch Smart |
| 13 to 16 | 95 | Little League and Pitch Smart |
| 17 to 18 | 105 | Little League and Pitch Smart |
| 19 to 22 | 120 | Pitch Smart |
Required rest days
| Rest | Ages 14 and under | Ages 15 to 18 | Ages 19 to 22 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 days | 1 to 20 | 1 to 30 | 1 to 30 |
| 1 day | 21 to 35 | 31 to 45 | 31 to 45 |
| 2 days | 36 to 50 | 46 to 60 | 46 to 60 |
| 3 days | 51 to 65 | 61 to 75 | 61 to 80 |
| 4 days | 66 or more | 76 or more | 81 to 105 |
| 5 days | - | - | 106 or more |
Rest days are calendar days. A pitcher who throws 66 pitches on Saturday needs 4 days of rest (Sunday to Wednesday) and can pitch again on Thursday.
Other pitching rules to know
- Finishing a batter: in Little League, if a pitcher reaches a limit during an at-bat, they may finish that batter.
- Catching: in Little League, a player who pitches 41 or more pitches in a day cannot catch for the rest of that day.
- One league at a time: pitch counts are per league. Kids who play rec and travel ball can be overused, so track all pitches together.
- Months off: Pitch Smart advises at least 4 months a year with no overhead throwing, and 2 to 3 of those months in a row.
- No curveballs too early: focus on fastballs and changeups until good mechanics are in place.
What about softball?
Fastpitch softball does not have national pitch count rules like baseball. The windmill motion puts less stress on the elbow, but overuse injuries still happen. Many coaches track pitches anyway and give rest after long outings or tournament weekends. Watch for shoulder or back pain and tired mechanics.
Signs a young pitcher needs rest
- Arm, elbow or shoulder pain, even mild.
- Lower velocity or sudden loss of control.
- Dropping the elbow or changing their motion.
- Needing more time to warm up than usual.
Pain is never normal. Stop pitching and talk to a doctor if your child has arm pain.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the pitch count for a 12 year old?
The daily limit is 85 pitches. After 66 or more pitches, they need 4 days of rest.
What is the pitch count for a 10 year old?
The daily limit is 75 pitches, with 4 days of rest after 66 or more.
What is the pitch count for a 14 year old?
The daily limit is 95 pitches, with 4 days of rest after 66 or more.
How many pitches can a 9 year old throw?
Up to 75 pitches in a day under Little League and Pitch Smart guidelines.
Can a pitcher pitch two days in a row?
Only if they threw 20 pitches or fewer on the first day (30 or fewer for ages 15 and up). More than that means at least one day of rest.
Do these rules apply to USSSA and travel ball?
Travel leagues set their own rules, and some use innings instead of pitches. Pitch Smart guidelines are a safe standard for all leagues.
