Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation's Youth Baseball and Softball leagues are affiliating with Little League starting this season.

Baseball and softball leagues are available for boys and girls ages 7-12. Practices will begin in mid-March and the season runs from mid-April through June. Registration is $50 for Orange county residents, $60 for non-residents. Ages are determined as of April 30, 2009 for baseball, and as of Dec. 31, 2008 for softball.

Space is limited. Register online at www.chapelhillparks.org or in person at the Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation administrative office at 200 Plant Road. For information call 968-2784.