SOFTBALL

SOFTBALL INFO

SVAA's goal is to create an environment where every child will play and learn the game. No tryouts are required.

SVAA has been organizing softball leagues for over 35 years. Our T-Ball league is for Kindergarten and 1st grade girls. Machine pitch is 2nd - 3rd grades (pitching machine speeds: 2nd at 30 mph, 3rd at 32 mph), and player pitch is 4th - 6th grades.

Our Spring season runs mid-March through the end of May. Games may be played on both weeknights and weekends. There will be standings and tournaments for 2nd grade and up.

Every effort will be made to reschedule games postponed due to weather. While we strive to make up as many games as possible, rescheduling cannot be guaranteed due to field availability, scheduling constraints, and season timelines.

Coaches can request a practice field by completing a practice request form.  Practice times are assigned by SVAA and are limited to one practice per week. 

There is a substitution rule, which states that no player may sit on the bench for two consecutive defensive innings. Each team must bat its roster. Team size maximum is 12 players.

Detailed information about SVAA softball rules can be found in the Rule Book linked below.

IMPORTANT DATES

2026 Fall Softball

Registration opens :  Monday, May 18, 2026

Registration deadline:   Monday, August 17, 2026

Softball games begin:   September 12, 2026

Regular Season ends :  Approx. November 8, 2026 (varies by grade)

Optional tournament : Approx. November 15, 2026 (varies by grade)

SOFTBALL FEES

2026 Fall Fees

4th - 6th grade:      $120

Late Fee

A non-refundable $20 late charge applies to registrations made after the deadline and player’s team assignment can only be made if space allows.

Refund Policy

A $20 administration fee applies on all refunds. Registration fees are non-refundable after the first game.

UNIFORMS & EQUIPMENT

Spring uniform:  An SVAA team jersey is provided to each player during our spring season. Hats and shorts/pants are the responsibility of the player. Consult your head coach for proper attire and colors prior to purchase. All players must look uniform. Shoes with metal cleats are not allowed.   No jewelry may be worn during practice or games.

Fall uniform:  An SVAA team jersey is not provided in the fall season, but can be purchased by contacting the SVAA office.  Hats and short/pants are the responsibility of the player.  Consult your head coach for proper attire and colors prior to purchase.   Shoes with metal cleats are not allowed.  No jewelry may be worn during practice or games.

Team equipment will be issued to each coach with a $200 required deposit. The coach will be given a time/date to arrive at the SVAA office to pick out equipment. Included is an equipment bag, bases, catchers mask, chest protector, shin guards, batting helmets, softballs, and batting tee (for K-1st). The deposit check will be returned when the equipment is returned to the SVAA office after the end of the season.

Softball Sizes:

K - 1st       10"

2nd - 5th   11"

6th            12"