The intent of the softball program is to provide for all participants a
positive experience while learning the fundamentals of Fast Pitch
Softball. We try to make it as equal a program as possible, giving
equal attention to all participants, regardless of individual skill
level. Good examples of this are we use a continuous batting order so
everyone gets their turn at bat, as well as having minimum innings
played for each player in each game.
Our programs start with Third Graders and goes all the way through
Seniors in High School. Practices start in April with games in May and
June. The regular season ends at the end of June (except for the High
School League, which ends late July). Playoffs start at the end of June
and finish the second weekend of July. All teams, no matter their
record, participate in the playoffs.
With each
league, we have special rules designed to allow that age group to
experience the game and have success. As the players move up in age
groups, the rules change to get them closer and closer to Fast Pitch
Softball, and ultimately ready to play in High School. Such changes as
the distance of the bases, distance of the pitchers mound from home
plate, the number of innings played, restrictions on innings pitched,
stolen bases, all are designated to accommodate specific age groups
while being as safe as possible for the players.
As an
all-volunteer organization, we are only as strong as the hundreds of
volunteers it takes to run an organization that is as large as ours.
Each year, we get hundreds of volunteer coaches and assistant coaches
that dedicate their time and knowledge to teach all the players the
fundamentals while having fun. If you have done this in the past, I
thank you and encourage you to continue to do so. If you are new to the
program, I would ask that you to consider to step up and help out a
team. If coaching is not for you, then please consider any number of
league or divisional reps that help coordinate the setting up of the
leagues each year and are our first contact with the coaches during the
season.
For more
detailed information on each league, please go to the League tab and
find the correct one for your child’s age group. If you ever
have any questions, ideas, or suggestions, please feel free to contact
me.
Craig O'Malley
Commissioner of Softball
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