League Information
The 2010 Spring League will consist of the Majors, Minors, Junior and Pony divisions.
| Pony | Junior | Minors | Majors | |
| Grades | K,1 | 2* | 3,4,5* | 6,7,8 |
| Season | April & May | April & May | April & May | April & May |
| Ball Size & Type | 11" Incrediball | 11" Incrediball | 11" Incrediball | 12" regulation |
| Coach Pitch | Yes | Machine Pitch | Machine Pitch (after 4 balls) | No |
| Games | Meet 2x per week for 90 minutes (45 minutes each for practice & game) |
Meet 2x per week for 90 minutes (45 minutes each for practice & game) |
12 Game Schedule (weeknights & weekend games) + playoff games |
12 Game Schedule (weeknights & weekend games) + playoff games |
| Uniform Included | Shirt, Shorts & Socks | Shirt, Shorts & Socks | Shirt, Shorts & Socks | Shirt, Shorts & Socks |
| Trophies | All | All | Division & Playoff Champs (1st & 2nd) |
Division & Playoff Champs (1st & 2nd) |
| Fundraiser | Yes - Raffle Book | Yes - Raffle Book | Yes - Raffle Book | Yes - Raffle book |
| Recommended Equipment |
10"-11" glove, cleats or sneakers Optional: personal bat, helmet, gear bag |
10"-11" glove, cleats or sneakers Optional: personal bat, helmet, gear bag |
11"-11.5" glove, cleats, sliding pad & shorts Optional: personal bat, helmet w/ face guard, batting gloves, gear bag |
11"-11.5" glove, cleats, sliding pad & shorts Optional: personal bat, helmet w/ face guard, batting gloves, gear bag |
| Registration
Fee (on-line) |
$75 ($60 for each additional sibling) |
$75 ($60 for each additional sibling) |
$125 ($110 for each additional sibling) |
$125 ($110 for each additional sibling) |
*Second and Fifth Grade players may play up a level with a satisfactory skills assessment and parent permission
Majors Division
The Majors division is made up of 6th - 8th graders with the
exception of a few younger players who have demonstrated skills that
are befitting to the Majors level. Teams are formed through a draft
with a strong emphasis on creating balanced teams. Our teams are
named after prominent College Softball teams (Washington Huskies,
UCLA Bruins, etc...).
Managers and Coaches - All of our Managers and
Coaches are Rutgers Safety Clinic or NYSCA Certified. In addition
nearly all have participated in our Winter Training Clinics and have
attended additional coaches clinics.
Games - The Majors typically play 2 games per week
primarily on Tuesday, Thursday and/or Saturday but there will be
other weeknights included on the schedule. Game times are 6:00
on weekdays and either 9:00, 11:00,1:00 or 3:00 on Saturdays.
Depending upon our weather conditions it is possible that we will
make up rainouts on Sundays at either 1:00 or 3:00.
Most games will be played at Bundt Park in Clinton Twsp. Other
fields include NHHS JV and/or Varsity fields, Hunt's Mill in
Clinton, Clinton Public School or the Elks Lodge. Majors will play a
12 game regular season followed by playoffs (all teams make the
playoffs).
Uniforms - Each player will receive a V-neck
sleeveless jersey, black mini-mesh shorts and socks. For cooler days
it is recommended that players wear a black shirt under their
uniform.
Recommended Equipment for Majors Players
include: a glove (11.5" - 12" is common); cleats; sliding
pad; sliding shorts (to be worn under uniform shorts); hair bands,
hair ties, etc.. Each team will be provided with a couple team bats
and several helmets but many players choose to have their own bats
and helmet. ASA requires that all helmets include a face guard - you
can purchase the face guard as an add-on or purchase a new helmet
with one. Other optional items include batting gloves; equipment bag
(one that clips to fence is best). Majors use a regulation ASA 12"
softball with raised threads.
Trophies will be awarded to both the league Champion team (1st place
in the regular season standings) and the Playoff Champions.
Minors Division
The Minors division is made up of 3rd - 5th graders. Teams are
formed through a draft with a strong emphasis on creating balanced
teams. Our teams are named after prominent College Softball teams
(Florida Gators, Cal Golden Bears, etc...).
Managers and Coaches - All of our Managers and
Coaches are Rutgers Safety Clinic or NYSCA Certified. In addition
nearly all have participated in our Winter Training Clinics and have
attended additional coaches clinics.
Games - The Minors Division typically play 2 games
per week - Primarily on either Monday, Wednesday and/or Saturday but
other weeknights will be included on the 2007 schedule. Game times
are 6:00 on weekdays and either 9:00, 11:00,1:00 or 3:00 on
Saturdays. Depending upon our weather conditions this year it is
possible that we will make up rainouts on Sundays at either 1:00 or
3:00. Most games will be played at Bundt Park in Clinton
Township. Other fields include NHHS JV and/or Varsity fields, Hunt's
Mill in Clinton, Clinton Public School or the Elks Lodge. Minors
will play a 12 game regular season followed by playoffs (all teams
make the playoffs).
Uniforms - Each player will receive a V-neck
sleeveless jersey, black mini-mesh shorts and socks. For cooler days
it is recommended that players wear a black shirt under their
uniform.
Recommended Equipment for Minors Players include: a
glove (11.0" - 12" is common); cleats; sliding pad; sliding shorts
(to be worn under uniform shorts); hair bands, hair ties, etc.. Each
team will be provided with a couple team bats and several helmets
but many players choose to have their own bats and helmet. ASA
requires that all helmets include a face guard - you can purchase
the face guard as an add-on or purchase a new helmet with one. Other
optional items include batting gloves; equipment bag (one that clips
to fence is best). Minors use a ASA 11" Incrediball (bit softer than
the std softball).
Trophies will be awarded to both the league Champion team (1st place
in the regular season standings) and the Playoff Champions.
Junior Division
The Junior division is made up of 2nd graders
and is designed to provide a level of play that surpasses the Pony
Division, align more with the traditional rules of the game and
better prepare the girls to play in the Minors Division.
Teams are composed with friendships and municipality in mind.
Games - The Juniors will get together for 90 minutes
either once or twice per week on a weeknight and/or Saturday from mid
April - early June. Start times are 6:00 on weekdays and either
9:00, 11:00,1:00 or 3:00 on Saturdays. Two teams will meet at the
field and practice separately for 45 minutes and then play a game
for 45 minutes. Juniors will use a pitching machine to provide
consistency in pitching and
develop good batting skills. Juniors will also follow modified
rules to build fielding skills and develop familiarity with the
traditional ASA game rules. We plan to keep the teams small so that
the girls get more opportunities to field and bat a ball. Most
games will be played at Hunt's Mill in Clinton or Clinton Public
School.
Uniforms - Each player will receive a V-neck
sleeveless jersey and black mesh shorts. For cooler days it is
recommended that players wear a white or black shirt under their
uniform.
Recommended Equipment for Junior Players include: a
glove (10" - 11" is common); cleats/sneakers; hair bands, hair ties,
etc.. Each team will be provided with bats, balls and helmets but it's
recommended that players purchase their own helmets for proper
sizing and hygiene purposes. Juniors use a ASA 11" Incrediball
(softer than the std softball).
Trophies will be awarded to all Junior players.
Pony Division
The Pony division is made up of Kindergarten and 1st graders. Teams are
composed with friendships and municipality in mind. Our teams are
the Pintos, Mustangs, Colts, Painted Ponies, Shetlands, Appaloosa,
etc...
Games - The Ponies will get together for 90 minutes
either once or twice week on a weeknight and/or Saturday from mid
April - early June. Start times are 6:00 on weekdays and either
9:00, 11:00,1:00 or 3:00 on Saturdays. Two teams will meet at the
field and practice separately for 45 minutes and then play a game
for 45 minutes. Ponies will start hitting off of a batting tee and
progress to coach soft toss. We plan to keep the teams small so that
the girls get more opportunities to field and bat a ball. Most
games will be played at Hunt's Mill in Clinton or Clinton Public
School.
Uniforms - Each player will receive a V-neck
sleeveless jersey and black mesh shorts. For cooler days it is
recommended that players wear a white or black shirt under their
uniform.
Recommended Equipment for Pony Players include: a
glove (10" - 11" is common); cleats/sneakers; hair bands, hair ties,
etc.. Each team will be provided with bats, balls and helmets but it
recommended that players purchase their own helmets for proper
sizing and hygiene purposes. Ponies use a ASA 11" Incrediball
(softer than the std softball).
Trophies will be awarded to all Pony players.