MGSL has 4 comprehensive Softball programs from Kindergarten to 6th grade. All girls are welcome to join. The Spring Softball Season is our most active and largest participation. The typical season runs from late March/early April to mid-June.
Kindergarten / The Fundamentals Division
- Basic introduction to the game of softball with an emphasis on fun
- Players will hit off a tee.
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Grades 1-2 / The Instructional Division
- Builds on the basics of throwing, hitting, catching, fielding, base-running and learning the game of fastpitch softball.
- Great for a first time player and those moving up from the Fundamentals Division.
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Grades 3-4 / The Minors Division (Travel League)
- First level of competitive softball with real games against other towns, girls pitching, and umpires.
- Scores are kept, playoffs and championships at the end of the year.
- First time players are welcome and encouraged to play. They will be given ample opportunities to catch up and learn with more experienced players.
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Grades 5-6 / The Majors Division (Travel League)
- The continuation of competitive softball at a higher level for 5th and 6th graders.
- Games are up to 3 times per week along with 1-2 practices.
- Games will be 100% player pitch
- Scores and season standings kept for end of season playoffs.
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*** Team Formation ***
There are no tryouts for the Spring season. We try to form balanced teams based upon prior season evaluations from coaches. There is no guarantee special requests will be honored.
*** Players and Parents Expectations ***
Softball is a fun sport and provides ample opportunity for girls to bond through practices and games.
- Players and Parents are excepted to follow the instructions and direction of their team of volunteer coaches.
- Players and Parents are excepted to be respectful to teammates, coaches, umpires, and others who may be involved with the team.
- Players are expected to attend as many practices and games as possible and they will see their skills develop throughout the season.
- Parents are expected to drop-off and PICK-UP their children on time. The coaches are volunteers and have other commitments after practices and games.