The SHETLAND division is a rudimentary form of baseball that focuses on instruction rather than competition. Coaches are permitted on the field to teach while the game progresses. Players have the opportunity to try various positions. The idea is to help boys and girls learn the basic fundamentals of the game by actually playing it. Every player bats in every inning, receiving three machine pitches, and then, if needed, a batting tee is used. All hitting is designed to help the player learn how to swing the bat properly. Bases are 50 feet apart, and a 2500 square-foot diamond is used. A safety ball is used the entire season.