Frequently Asked Questions
What does 8U stand for?
8U is for players ages 8 and under; this league is a pitching machine league.
What equipment do I need to buy?
All players must bring a water bottle, a glove, and a batting helmet.
Equipment strongly encouraged by the coaches:
Softball fielder’s face mask
What equipment is provided?
The league provides limited bats, catchers gear, softballs, tennis balls, whiffle balls, ice packs, training cones, batting tee, sling machine, bases, and first aid kit.
Uniform?
You will be required to purchase jerseys (2) and buy black pants, a Royal blue & Gold belt, and Royal blue & Gold socks to match.
What equipment is optional to buy?
Softball cleats (can wear tennis shoes), bat, helmet, batting gloves, and bat bag.
Where are practices and games?
All practices and home games are at Liberty Elementary Field 3.
What days of the week does 8U play?
8U practices TBD
8U plays Wednesdays.
What times are practices / games?
Practices times will be decided on at the beginning of the season as we reserve fields.
8U Games will start at 6:30pm and run for roughly 1hr and 20 min or 7innings.
How many volunteer hours per family do I need to complete?
All 8U-16U families will be required to complete 8 hours of volunteer time (1 athlete) or 12 hours (2+ athletes) in order to receive their volunteer deposit ($400/600) back at the end of the season.
What if I don’t complete my volunteer hours?
The League needs your time more than your money. If volunteer hours are not completed, the League will cash your deposit check; the League will notify before cashing.
Where are typical volunteer hours worked?
Most volunteer hours are at the 4-Plex, helping facilitate 10U-14U State Tournaments (concession stand, field work, etc.).
How do I find the volunteer hours to sign up? Will I receive emails?
Volunteer hours will be emailed to all parents upon availability. Volunteer hours will also be posted to signup genius.
When does the season start and end?
The season begins end of April, depending on the shape of the fields and how the snow melts.
Are practices or games on the weekends?
All games are scheduled during the week, with the one exception being the 8U tournaments.
Practices are TBD by the coaches.
Are there make-up games due to weather cancellations?
If both coaches can make it work, and fields have been arranged via [email protected], then games can be rescheduled.
How are batting and fielding line-ups formed?
Coaches play each player a different fielding positions each inning (rotating between infield and outfield); batting lineups rotate throughout the season, so all players get to bat first for a game.
How are teams formed?
Team placement is based on age, school grade enrollment and special requests; 9-12 players per team.
Can I request a friend to be on my daughter’s team?
They can be requested but nothing is promised.
Do parents bring snacks/drinks for game days?
Yes. Coaches assign snacks/drinks to parents for games only. Please be mindful of allergies.
How many Coaches are assigned to each team?
Each team is assigned 1 Head Coach and 1-2 Assistant Coaches (these coaches are parent volunteers); parents willing to help during practices and games are greatly appreciated. (Volunteering at practices doesn't count towards volunteer hours unless your listed as a coach)
How is the season scheduled?
The first half of the season is mostly practice; the last half of the season will be mostly games.
The biggest thing to remember about this level of play is that we need to build excitement to keep the girls coming back! We do this by keeping the kids engaged and by making sure that they are having fun in every aspect of the game!