8u - eight and under

This information is designed to provide guidance for players in the league. for questions not addressed on this page, please contact your DIVISION REP.

Equipment

Uniforms

Jerseys are included in your registration fee.  Each player will need to acquire a pair of black softball/baseball pants to wear during each game

Additional

These additional items and activities will be communicated by your team parent or coach. It is also recommended to follow us on socials for the latest updates on events. These include but not limited to; pictures, fundraisers, socks, banner, etc.

Game Play

In our 8U division goals are for the girls to develop a love for softball while practicing the basics.  

#Players: 8 minimum

Pitching Distance: 30 feet

Game Time: 1hr 20min, or 5 innings ( no drop dead)

Run limit per inning: 4

Players on field: up to 10

Stealing: One base per pitch, home is frozen

During our Spring season, a pitching device (Blue Flame) will be used the first month of games to allow players to become familiar with game play. Usage time may be subject to coaches/boards  discretion. 

The remainder of the season will be kid pitch. A pitcher can pitch a maximum of two (2) innings per game, three (3) for playoffs, and four (4) for championship game.

**If walkup music is used, it should end when batter steps inside the batters box, or at the discretion of the Umpire.

For a complete list of Game Play rules please check out our Rules and Regulations.

FAQs

Please contact your division rep with questions or concerns, not covered.