A League
Ages: 13–14 (7th & 8th Grade)
Games: Monday & Thursday
Make-ups: Wednesday

B League
Ages: 11–12 (5th & 6th Grade)
Games: Tuesday & Friday
Make-ups: Wednesday

C League
Ages: 9–10 (3rd & 4th Grade)
Games: Monday & Thursday
Wednesday games may be added depending on the number of registered teams
Make-ups: Wednesday

D League
Ages: 7–8 (1st & 2nd Grade)
Games: Tuesday (until E League begins) and Friday
Wednesday games may be added depending on number of teams
Make-ups: Wednesday

E League
Ages: 5–6 (Pre-K & Kindergarten)
Games: Tuesday
Typically begins on or about June 1

How to register a player

In the Dubuque Independent League Baseball (DILB), players register directly with the team they are joining, not with the league.

1. Find a team that is accepting players.
2. Visit the TeamFinder page to see teams currently looking for players.
3. Contact the coach listed on that team.
4. The coach will provide a team code or invitation email.
5. Use that code or invitation to complete registration through SportsConnect.

TeamFinder
TeamFinder Page

If you cannot find a team

1. Visit the Coaches Info Page.
2. Contact coaches to ask about roster availability.

Coaches Page
Coaches Information

Free Agent Registration

If a player cannot find a team, they may register as a Free Agent. Free agents are visible to coaches who may contact them to fill roster spots.

Available Programs Page
Register as a Free Agent

Registering as a free agent does not guarantee placement on a team.

Team Placement

DILB is an independent team-based league. Teams build their own rosters and the league does not assign players to teams in A, B, C, or D leagues.

E League Exception
E League players may be placed on teams by the league to help balance rosters and ensure all players have an opportunity to participate.

Registration Timeline
Registration is typically open until the end of April, depending on roster availability.

1. Go to Registration Info → Volunteer Opportunities.
2. Select the program/division and click Sign Up.
3. Create an account or log in.
4. Select I am a team coach or other team personnel.
5. Confirm the program and division.
6. Select yourself as Head Coach.
7. Name your team using format:
   (Division) Team Name
   Example: (C) Angels

From the team page you can:

• Invite players and coaches by email
• Access your team code

The DILB Board recommends importing your team from SportsConnect into GameChanger.

This transfers:

• Schedule
• Roster
• Coaches
• Parents

Import Steps

1. Sign in to GameChanger using the same email as SportsConnect.
2. Select Create Team or tap the + icon.
3. Choose Import Sports Connect.
4. Confirm your email if prompted.
5. Select your team and tap Import.

Important Notes

• Roster and schedule updates sync automatically.
• Rescheduled or postponed games may require manual re-import.
• Game results scored in GameChanger do not appear in SportsConnect.

GameChanger Help Article

The waiver process governs player movement between teams and helps maintain competitive balance.

• Waivers are required for A, B, and C players changing teams.
• Waivers occur once per year at the coaches meeting.
• Claim order follows previous season standings. Worst record selects first.
• If claimed, the player must join that team or sit out the season.
• If unclaimed, the player becomes a free agent.
• One at-bat or defensive play counts as a season.

D League players do not enter waivers.

Free agency rules apply only to A, B, and C leagues.

A player is a free agent if:

• They were not on a DILB roster the previous season
• They leave before June 15
• They clear waivers unclaimed
• They sit out the first 10 games after leaving post-June 15

Players who do not meet these conditions must go through the waiver process.

D League players may move freely.

Playing Up

• Players may substitute at a higher level.
• They may only pitch at their registered level.
• They may sub for only one higher-level team per season.

Playing Down

Players may not play down during the regular season or end-of-year tournament.