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Youth Leagues Resume at NYC Athletic Fields, Boosting Local Baseball & Softball Activity
Outdoor youth sports, including baseball and softball, have been authorized to resume citywide at New York City parks. Leagues are now being issued permits to organize play on athletic fields, reinforcing access for youth athletes associated with Elite Per4mance Sports Facility and other local programs. Restrictions remain in place: coaches, staff, spectators, and players on sidelines must wear face coverings; social distancing is required when not playing; spectator attendance is capped at two per player; and no congregating is permitted post‑game. Enforcement will be overseen by the Parks Department, which may revoke league permits after three violations. This development offers renewed opportunities for baseball and softball instruction and team practice within the region.