League Ages 4-6
The goal of this division is to have fun while learning the fundamentals of throwing, catching, hitting, and fielding. Batters will get 3 attempts to hit a coach tossed underhand pitch before hitting off the tee.
Please check the Softball League Age Chart to confirm player's "league age".
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Minimum Age Requirement
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Your child must turn 4 years of age on or before December 31 of the current year in order to register for the regular Spring season.
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Season
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The spring season starts at the beginning of March and runs through the end of May.
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Practice
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Practice is one night a week typically starting around 5:30 - 5:45pm and lasting 1 hour.
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Games
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Each team plays 10-12 games per season depending on weather.
Games played on Saturday are usually scheduled earlier in the day.
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Uniforms
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HLL provides a game shirt, pants, and socks.
Parents must provide sneakers (rubber cleats not mandatory but helpful).
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Playing Equipment
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Parents must provide ball glove and water bottle.
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Team
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Teams usually consist of 8-10 players, a volunteer manager, two volunteer coaches and a volunteer team parent.
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Volunteer Work/Fund Raising
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HLL is an all volunteer organization. We need everyone’s help! Parents are needed to support HLL through fundraisers.
Click here for more information on HLL volunteer opportunities.
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Division Director
Coach Pitch
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Please contact Pete Sturke - [email protected] with any questions about Coach Pitch Softball.
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4 to 6 Year Old Coach Pitch Softball FAQ’S
Q: What if not enough 4 to 6 year old girls register for this division to fill multiple team rosters?
A: Your options are: 1) play in the corresponding age boys' division
2) request to play up in Machine Pitch Softball if league age 6
3) request a refund
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Q: Do you keep score and are there umpires?
A: No. The 6 Year Old Coach Pitch Softball division is structured to teach the very basic fundamentals of softball only. The games are self umpired by the volunteer managers and coaches.
Q: Can I Manage or coach a team?
A: Yes, if positions are available. If you would like to serve as a coach or manager please note that on your child's spring online registration. All manager and coaching positions will be approved by the HLL Board.
Q: Will my child get to play all the time?
A: Yes, all players play defense every inning. Everyone bats each inning.
Q: Can my child play up?
A: If your child is league age 6 and wishes to play up in 7 & 8 Coach Pitch, you will need to attend skills assessments. Placement will depend on 1) assessed skill level, and 2) numbers needed to complete rosters within each division.
Q: What are the volunteer requirements?
A: HLL is an all volunteer organization so there are many ways to volunteer. Help is always needed with registration, team parenting, assisting with pictures, opening day and fun day activities.
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