Player Divisions—Softball

Click here for a list of Frequently Asked Questions about our Softball program.


Tee-Ball
Tee-Ball is an instructional league where our goal is the teach players the fundamentals of hitting, fielding and throwing along with learning the basic rules of baseball. In addition, we believe players make new friends, learn to play as a team, and have fun. Tee Ball is open to boys and girls.

  • Age: 5 - 6 year olds; there are no age exceptions
  • Hitting: Players will have the opportunity to hit an under hand pitch from a coach or off of a tee
  • Field Size: Games are played on a small 40-foot base path
  • Ball Type: soft tee ball
  • Team Formation: There are several ways players are placed on teams, buddy request, coach request, school, availability

Rookie Softball
Rookie Ball is an instructional league where our goal is the teach players the fundamentals of hitting, fielding, and throwing along with learning some of the rules and strategies of softball. In addition, we believe players make new friends, learn to play as a team, start building a passion for the game and have fun. Rookie Softball is open to girls.

  • Age: 6 - 8 year olds
  • Hitting: Players will be hitting off of a coach who will be pitching underhand
  • Field Size: The field size is 60-foot base path
  • Ball Type: 11" safety softball
  • Team Formation: There are several ways players are placed on teams, buddy request, coach request, school, availability, etc.

Minor League Softball
All Minor league levels are an instructional level; the goal of the Minor league is to build on the fundamentals of hitting, fielding, and throwing while being introduced to recreational competitiveness. At this level, players will continue to have fun while experiencing teamwork, sportsmanship, and a passion for the game.

  • Age: 9 - 11 year olds; 8 year olds are eligible for this level
  • Hitting: Players will be hitting off of a player for all 6 innings
  • Field Size: The field size is 60-foot base path and pitching is at 35 feet
  • Ball Type: 11" softball
  • Team Formation: There are several ways players are placed on teams, buddy request, coach request, school, availability, etc.

Major League Softball
The Major league level is a competitive level that continues to stress fundamental baseball and introduce more advance baseball techniques and strategies. Players will continue to have fun building life-time memories with other teammates. At this level, players will remain on the same team once drafted.

  • Age: 11 - 12 year olds; some highly skilled 9/10 year olds may be able to play at this level
  • Hitting: Players will be hitting off of a player for all 6 innings
  • Field Size: The field size is 60-foot base path and pitching is at 40 feet
  • Ball Type: 12" softball
  • Team Formation: Players will participate in an evaluation (tryout) and be drafted onto a team

Junior League Softball
The Junior League is a competitive level that moves players to the big diamond. Players will continue to experience teamwork, friendship, and sportsmanship.

  • Age: 13 - 14 year olds
  • Field Size: The field size is 60-foot base path and pitching is at 43 feet
  • Team Formation: Based on the amount of players signed up to play there could be a evaluation and tryout or just one team formed
  • Competition: Other Junior Division teams in the Snohomish county area

Senior League Softball
The Senior League is a competitive level that builds on the abilities and competition experience in the Junior League. Players will build their baseball skills in preparation for or as an alternate to high school baseball.

  • Age: 15 - 16 year olds; 14 year olds can play at this level but are not eligible for all-stars
  • Field Size: The field size is 60-foot base path and pitching is at 43 feet
  • Team Formation: Based on the amount of players signed up to play there could be a evaluation and tryout or just one team formed
  • Competition: Other Senior Division teams in the Snohomish county area
 
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  • Register now for our Challenger division!!

    Posted February 16, 2012

    Registration for our Challenger division is now open!

    Our Challenger team is back for 2012 and promises to be a great season! Practices will begin in mid-March, with games beginning in early April.

    Our Challenger division page has been updated with all the information for 2012. Register now using our Online Registration and contact us anytime at challenger@mukilteolittleleague.com for more information.

  • Questions about Tee Ball or Rookie Ball?

    Posted February 13, 2012

    Would you like to know more about playing Tee Ball or Rookie baseball or softball with Mukilteo Little League? We can help you! Start at our Rookie and Tee Ball FAQ page or visit the Softball FAQ page. And please explore the rest of our website -- you might find some fun and interesting info you didn't even know you were looking for!

    Mukilteo Little League's volunteer Board of Directors is eager to help answer any questions you might have. Simply give us a shout at info@mukilteolittleleague.com and we'll be happy to help.

    Whether you’re coming back for another fun season, or even if you’ve never picked up a glove or bat before, there’s a place for you with Mukilteo Little League!

     

 
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