Important Dates:

First game will be 02/25/2023
No games over PISD Spring Break

Make sure to review the Local Rulebook:

PBSA Operating Rules

Fall 2022 and Spring 2023 Baseball Age Chart

2022 Fall Baseball Divisions

Below are the softball divisions for the Fall of 2022 and the birth years for each division.

5U - Tee Ball: 2019, 2018, 2017
This division is geared toward beginners as an introduction to the game. It will predominantly be made up of girls born in 2017 and will focus on the basics.

6U - Beginning Coach Pitch: 2017, 2016
In this division, we introduce coach pitching, still utilizing the tee after three swing-and-misses. We also introduce other aspects of the game, such as leaving the base when out, taking a second base on outfield hits, etc.

7U - Coach Pitch: 2016, 2015
In 7U, we begin to keep score and outs. These games are played quickly and offer an exciting brand of baseball.  Bases are at 60'. 

8U - Coach Pitch: 2015, 2014
In 8U, we continue coach pitch in a bit more fast paced and exciting game. This is the last level before kids start to pitch.

10U - Kid Pitch: 2013, 2012
Welcome to real baseball. Everything is in play.  Dropped 3rd strikes allowing runners to take first.  Leading off.  Pitching from 46' and 65 foot base paths.  

11/12U - Kid Pitch: 2012, 2011, 2010
Same as 10U, except the pitchers move back a little more (50’) and the bases are moved back (70').

13/14U - Kid Pitch: 2010 ,2009, 2008
Same as 12U, except the pitchers move back eveb more (54’) and the bases are moved back (80').

2023 Spring Softball Dates

Registration for the Spring season closes January 22. Below are other important dates for the spring softball season (note: some dates subject to change based on weather):

• Nov 27: Registration Opens
• Jan 22: Registration Ends
• Jan 28-29: Softball Assessments (8U+)
• Jan 30-Feb 11: Team Formation
• Feb 12: Practices Start
• Feb 25: Games Start
• Mar 4-12: Spring Break (no games)
• May 13: End of Regular Season
• May 15-20: Post Season Tournament (8U+)
• June: All-Stars (8U+)

Games and Practices

Practice day and times are selected by coaches, but generally, our 5U/6U divisions will practice around 5:00 pm, 8U around 6:00 pm, 10U around 7:00 pm, and 12U/14U around 8:00 pm, give or take 30 minutes.

For games, 5U/6U will play mostly on Saturdays, with a potential weeknight game or two. 8U-12U will play a mix of weeknights and Saturday, aiming for a 50-50 split. Weeknight games will be Monday and Tuesday. For 14U, it will depend on how many teams we can form, but we will likely partner with Frisco and play in their 14U division.

Equipment Needed

Players are responsible for providing their own equipment, as follows:

• Bat - tee ball bats are fine for 5U and 6U; 8U and up must use USA/ASA or USSSA certified fastpitch bats; bat buying guide
• Helmet with Facemask - the facemask is a requirement
• Glove
• Rubber/molded Cleats - no metal
• Fielding Masks - these are strongly encouraged, as the ball size compared to glove size in softball leads to a lot of deflections off the face; fielding masks (or helmets w/ facemask) are required to be worn by the pitcher in all divisions
• Equipment Bag - Batpacks are the most popular
• Uniforms - will be designed by your coaches and the cost will be added to your account for payment (some teams may choose to keep uniforms from last season)
• Pants, Socks, and Belts - Colors will be chosen by your coach; we encourage all coaches to choose black pants, as that is what our all-star teams will wear

If interested in purchasing balls to practice with at home, 5U and 6U use the 10" ball, 8U and 10U use the 11" ball, and 12U and 14U use the 12" ball.

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2023 Spring Softball Divisions

Below are the softball divisions for the Spring of 2023 and the birth years for each division.

5U - Tee Ball: 2018, 2017
This division is geared toward beginners as an introduction to the game. It will predominantly be made up of girls born in 2018 and will focus on the basics.

6U - Beginning Coach Pitch: 2017, 2016
In this division, we introduce coach pitching, still utilizing the tee after three swing-and-misses. We also introduce other aspects of the game, such as leaving the base when out, taking a second base on outfield hits, etc.

8U - Coach Pitch: 2015, 2014
In 8U, we begin to keep score and outs and bump up to an 11" softball. These games are played quickly and offer an exciting brand of softball.

10U - Modified Kid Pitch: 2013, 2012
We introduce kid pitchers in 10U, utilizing coach pitchers after three balls are thrown. The difficulty ticks up a notch with kid pitching and stealing.

12U - Kid Pitch: 2011, 2010
Welcome to real softball. A 12" ball is used and the youth modifications are removed from the rules.

14U - Kid Pitch: 2009, 2008
Same as 12U, except the pitchers move back a little more (43’). Depending on number of teams, we may partner with Frisco for games.

Softball Rules

Make sure to review the Local Rulebook (Softball starts on Page 14):
PBSA Operating Rules

Questions?

Please direct softball questions to our Softball Commissioner, Brad Bode, at  brad.bode@pbsatx.org.
For other inquiries, visit the Board page to find additional contacts.