Softball Descriptions/Rules

Instructional League Standards

Age Level:  First and second grades, Kindergarten on exception basis

This league is intended for girls who are beginners at softball wanting to learn the basics of fast pitch softball. This league is also intended for girls who have played in the T-ball or instructional baseball leagues and who want to further their knowledge in the direction of fast pitch softball as opposed to baseball.  All games in this division are played in Hudson against Hudson teams. This league is designed to be very low-key with an emphasis on learning versus competing. Each girl will receive a participation trophy at the end of the season. The 11” softball is used in this division with the coaches pitching to the batters. Each player must play every position at least once during the season unless the coach feels that there is a significant safety issue for a child.

·         Batting- Correct stance, where to stand, proper fast pitch softball swing, differentiating between a ball and a strike, etc.

·         Catching- Proper glove position when catching ball, using two hands to catch the ball, relieving any fears of catching the ball, etc.

·         Throwing- How to hold the ball correctly, proper foot to lead with when throwing, stepping at the location you want to throw to, following through with throwing arm, where to throw the ball on basic plays, etc.

·         Fielding- Where to stand on the field for each position, the responsibilities of each position, what player gets the batted ball and when, etc.

Each team will play 8-10 games during the season. On average, one game will be played per week. 

Each team will also practice at least once during the week.  Games and practices are subject to change due to weather, field availability, and other circumstances.