Softball

Teams will be formed according to the grade the child is currently in for school year 2022-2023. To avoid being placed on a waitlist, registrations must be received by Friday, March 29, 2024. See specific league information and how to register below.

If you are interested in volunteering to coach a team, click here(PDF, 1MB) for our Coaching Application. When completed, email to parkandrec@tows.org.

If you are interested in sponsoring a Baseball, Softball, or T-Ball team, click here(PDF, 1MB) for our Sponsorship Application. When completed, email it back to parkandrec@tows.org along with an image of your company/organization logo. 

Activity Code: Softball League: Resident Fee: Non-Resident Fee:
219000-02 Girls Kindergarten & Grade 1 $30 $45
219000-03 Girls Grades 2 & 3 $30 $45
219000-04 Girls Grades 4, 5, & 6 $30 $45
219000-05 Girls Grades 7, 8, 9, & 10 $30 $45

 

*Softball Need-to-Know Information (based on age group)*

(Below information is subject to change)

 Kindergarten and Grade 1:

  • Play at Old Tatham Field
  • Pitching Machine 
  • Teams will meet 2 times a week on Mondays & Wednesdays
    • Games and Practices will take place in the same time slot
      • Just practices for the first two weeks
    • Games/practices will begin at 5:45 PM and go for 60-90 minutes
  • Season begins mid April and ends late June (season will be done before school gets out)
  • No Playoffs
  • Bats, balls, and helmets are provided for teams to use
  • Child will receive team shirt & visor
  • Parents to provide glove, water bottle with child’s name on it, any bottoms (shorts or sweats), and sneakers/cleats.
    • Cleats are recommended (can use soccer cleats)
  • Details are subject to change based on the number of teams created and weather conditions

Grades 2 & 3:

  • Play at Old Tatham Field
  • Pitching machine
  • Teams will meet 3 times a week
    • Practices on Saturdays for 1.5 hours (time picked by coach)
    • Games will take place on Tuesdays & Thursdays at 5:45PM 
  • Season begins mid April and ends late June (season will be done before school gets out)
  • No Playoffs
  • Bats, balls, and helmets are provided for teams to use
  • Child will receive team shirt & visor
  • Parents to provide glove, water bottle with child’s name on it, any bottoms (shorts or sweats), and sneakers/cleats.
    • Cleats are recommended (can use soccer cleats)
  • Details are subject to change based on the number of teams created and weather conditions 

Grades 4, 5 & 6:

  • Play at Old Tatham Field & Vets Field
  • Pitching machine
    • Teams will meet 2-3 times a week, including weekends
      • Schedules will vary
  • No Playoffs
  • Bats, balls, and helmets are provided for teams to use. Face shields are available to borrow.
  • Child will receive team shirt & visor
  • Parents to provide glove, water bottle with child’s name on it, any bottoms (shorts or sweats), and sneakers/cleats.
    • Cleats are recommended (can use soccer cleats)
  • Details are subject to change based on the number of teams created and weather conditions

Grades 7-10:

  • Play Vets Field
  • Pitching machine
  • Teams will meet 2-3 times a week, including weekends
    • Schedules will vary
  • Season begins mid April and ends late June (season will be done before school gets out)
  • No Playoffs
  • Bats, balls, and helmets are provided for teams to use. Face shields are available to borrow.
  • Child will receive team shirt & visor
  • Parents to provide glove, water bottle with child’s name on it, any bottoms (shorts or sweats), and sneakers/cleats
    • Cleats are recommended (can use soccer cleats)
  • Details are subject to change based on the number of teams created and weather conditions
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WAYS TO REGISTER:

ONLINE:

Online: 

Online registration is the fastest way to register. Register by March 29th to ensure a spot on a team!

  • Click here to reach our Online Registration Site
  • Log in with your credentials. Contact the Park & Recreation Office (parkandrec@tows.org) in order to verify your username and password or to get help setting up an account.
  • Choose "Baseball/Softball Leagues", pick the activity you are interested in, add to cart, and check out. 
  • Continue to the payment screen. This will allow you to use a credit/debit card to pay for your programs. 
  • Check your email! Approximately 1 week prior to the start of the program, your child's coach will contact you via phone with detailed information.

 

IN-PERSON:

In-Person: 

Another option for registration is bringing your paperwork and payment (cash/check ONLY) into the Town Hall. Visit the Park & Recreation Office Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:00AM - 4:30PM. A staff member will assist you. Register by March 29th to ensure a spot on a team!

  • Complete a 2024 Baseball, Softball & T-Ball Registration Form(PDF, 477KB)

  • Make checks payable to "Town of West Springfield" or pay in cash. (CASH/CHECK ONLY!)

  • Check your email! The Park & Recreation Office will email you your registration confirmation. Approximately 1 week prior to the start of the program,  your child's coach will contact you via phone with detailed information.

 

DROP BOX:

Drop Box: 

Using the White Drop Box located on the median outside of the Municipal Office Building is another option for Registration. Register by March 29th to ensure a spot on a team!

  • Complete a 2024 Baseball, Softball & T-Ball Registration Form(PDF, 477KB)
  • Make checks payable to "Town of West Springfield"
  • Write "Park and Recreation Department" on the front of a blank envelope
  • Place in the White Drop Box located outside of the Municipal Office Building at 26 Central St. 
  • Check your email! The Park & Recreation Office will email you your registration confirmation. Approximately 1 week prior to the start of the program,  your child's coach will contact you via phone with detailed information.

 

MAIL-IN:

Mail-In: 

Mail-in is the final option on how to register. Register by March 29th to ensure a spot on a team!

West Springfield Park & Recreation Department

26 Central St. - Suite 19

West Springfield, MA 01089

  • Check your email! The Park & Recreation Office will email you your registration confirmation. Approximately 1 week prior to the start of the program,  your child's coach will contact you via phone with detailed information.

 

Softball

Contact Us

Phone

(413) 263-3284

Fax

(413) 739-1549

Email

parkandrec@tows.org
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