Spring programs run from late April – early June. Spring program age groupings are based on grade level.
 

Grades Pre-K/K: K-Ball 

Program Description: K-Ball is our introductory softball program. Players learn the fundamentals of softball and begin to experience the value of teamwork and good sportsmanship. We play on a smaller scale grass field (35-foot base paths) and use a 10” soft safety softball during play. Players hit off a tee until the coaches determine that they can hit “coach pitch”. 
Sessions: 1 game each week, typically on Saturday afternoons with 1 weekday practice. 
Equipment Needed: A glove, bat, and helmet are needed. Balls will be provided. If the child doesn't have a helmet or bat, these can be loaned to you for the season. 

Grades 1-2: AA Softball 

Program Description: AA Softball is a “coach pitch” non‐competitive division (no scores kept) where players continue to learn the fundamentals of the game. More emphasis is placed on developing skills and learning the game. A 10” soft safety softball is used, and games are played on a standard softball diamond infield. 
Sessions: 1 game each week, typically on Saturday afternoons with 1 weekday practice.
Equipment Needed: A glove, bat, and helmet are needed, and a fielding mask is recommended. Balls will be provided.

Grades 3-4: Minors Softball

Program Description: Minors Softball teams play in the recreational Metrowest Girls Softball League and introduces player pitching and catching, stolen bases, and three  outs/inning. Coaches are still allowed on the field to provide instruction and emphasis is on fundamentals and increasing situational awareness. Coaches pitch when a batter has 3 balls. An 11” soft safety softball is used at this level. 
Sessions: Two games per week on Monday and Wednesday nights in Ashland or nearby towns. There is one practice each weekend on Saturday afternoon.
Equipment Needed: A glove, bat, and helmet (with facemask) are needed. Fielding masks are required for all players.
 

Grades 5-6: Majors Softball

Program Description: Majors Softball “Softball teams play in the recreational Metrowest Girls Softball League. This league is full player pitch using a 12” hard softball. At this level, most of the players have developed an understanding of the game and have several seasons of experience. Emphasis is on skill development/improvement, situational awareness, communication, and understanding the game. 
Sessions: Two games per week on Tuesday and Thursday nights in Ashland or nearby towns. One practice each weekend - Friday evening, Saturday or Sunday. 
Equipment Needed: A glove, bat, and helmet (with facemask) are needed. Fielding masks are required for all players.