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Youth Softball Rules: 2nd/3rd Grade Division

Youth Softball Rules: 4th/5th Grade Division

Division-Specific Information:

Kindergarten & 1st Grade

This division will focus on learning basic softball skills and development. 1 practice (weeknight) and 1 game per week (Saturday). Players will be organized into small teams coached by volunteer coaches. An 11" soft-touch softball will be used for safety. No umpires in this division.

2nd & 3rd Grade

This league will focus on developmental skills; especially pitching skills. Teams will be playing modified games with both players and coaches pitching. 1 practice and 1 game per week (both on weeknights). Players will be assigned to teams via a player draft by volunteer coaches (all players will be assigned to a team regardless of skill level). An 11" inch regulation softball will be used. No umpires in this division.

4th & 5th Grade

This league will focus on developing skills with more advanced competition. Teams will be playing games against other teams with players pitching - coaches may jump in if necessary. 1 practice and 1 game per week (both on weeknights). Players will be assigned to teams via a player draft by volunteer coaches (all players will be assigned to a team regardless of skill level). It is our goal to ensure that every team in this division will have players with pitching experience. An 11" inch regulation softball will be used. Umpires will be scheduled.

6th - 8th Grade

This league will focus on preparing players for high school softball. Teams will be playing games against other teams with players pitching every inning. Depending on enrollment, there is a possibility of games being scheduled against nearby towns. Multiple practices and games may be scheduled throughout the week (no weekends). Players will be assigned to teams via a player draft by volunteer coaches (all players will be assigned to a team regardless of skill level). It is our goal to ensure that every team in this division will have players with pitching experience. A 12" regulation softball will be used. Umpires will be scheduled.

Coaches Needed in All Divisions!

Requirements:

1. Application (check back soon)
2. Background Check
3. Rutgers SAFETY Certification

Email Brad Davis for more information: bdavis@scotchplainsnj.com 

2025 Spring/Summer: Women's Softball League