11–12 Year Old Major “Little League” Softball 🥎

Major Softball is designed for experienced players ready for a higher level of competition while continuing to build strong fundamentals and teamwork.

SEASON

Spring Season: Early March through early June
Fall Season: Early September through early November

GAMES

• Minimum of 10–12 regular season games (Fall season: 6–8 games)

• Weeknight games typically begin between 7:30 PM – 8:00 PM

• Saturday games generally scheduled between 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Game length: No new inning after 1 hour 30 minutes

• End-of-season playoff tournament

• Interleague play against other district leagues (home and away)

• Sunday afternoons/evenings (after 1:00 PM) may be used for makeup games

PRACTICE

• One weekday and one weekend practice for 3–4 weeks prior to the season

• Additional practices may occur during the season

UNIFORMS & PLAYING EQUIPMENT

Required:

• Glove

• Helmet

• Bat

Included in registration:

• Team uniform

Highly Recommended:

• Rubber cleats

• Fielding mask

TEAM STRUCTURE

Teams typically include:

• 12–15 players

• 1 volunteer manager

• 2 volunteer coaches

• 1 volunteer team parent

Major Softball FAQs

Q: Do you keep score and are there umpires?

A: Yes. Managers maintain a scorebook. League standings are kept to determine a regular season winner and playoff seeding. A home plate umpire is provided.

Q: What size field do they play on?

A: Games are played on a regulation Little League field with:

• Bases set at 60 feet

• Pitching distance of 40 feet

Q: Can my player play on a team with their friends?

A: Not automatically.
Players participate in a skills assessment, followed by a draft.

Q: Can I manage or coach a team?

A: Yes, if positions are available.

• Prospective managers must complete a Chesterfield County Background Check.

• Coaching interest should be indicated during spring registration.

• All managers and coaches must be approved by Chesterfield Little League Board of Directors.

Q: Will my player play every inning?

A: Not every inning, but no player will sit twice until all players have sat once.

Q: What are the volunteer requirements?

A: Chesterfield Little League is an all-volunteer organization. Opportunities include:

• Registration support

• Team parent roles

• Picture Day and Opening Day assistance

• Post-season tournament help

• Concession stand coverage

Volunteer support helps keep the league running strong and successful.