Franklin Little League Softball

Below is a quick overview of each division we offer at Franklin Little League to help you decide where your player would best fit in.  If you still have more questions or need more information please reach out to us via email at [email protected]

T-BALL
AGES 4-6

Designed for both girls and boys this is used as an introduction to softball/baseball divisions.  This is non-competitive baseball that focuses on basic fundamental skills including swinging a bat, throwing a baseball, and what the bases are.  This is a fun development division that will focus on being active and playing with others.  Games are played on Saturday's with a 1:15 time limit and practice typically 1-2 times a week.  

ROOKIES
AGES 7-8

Coach pitch softball.  A step up from Tee-Ball that focuses on player development of hand-eye coordination, batting stance, swing technique, and gaining confidence seeing a softball being pitched from the circle.  Games are played 1 to 2 times a week with a 1:45 time limit and practice typically 1 to 2 times a week.

MINORS
AGES 9-10

Introductory to underhand player pitch softball.  Players are introduced to a more traditional game of softball.  This division will help further develop individual player skills and playing as a team.  Players are encouraged to try every position and will get a better understanding of individual positions.  Games are played 1 to 2 times a week with a 1:45 time limit and practice typically 1 to 2 times per week.

MAJORS
AGES 11-12

 More competitive softball.  Players will begin to specialize in certain positions.  While trying new positions is encouraged some players may stay in certain positions.  Games are played 1 to 2 times a week with a 1:45 time limit and practice typically 1 to 3 times per week. 

JUNIORS
AGES 13-14

Intermediate competitive softball.  This is a bridge division to the senior division.  Games are played faster and players will become more in tuned with their playing positions.  Pitching level increases at this age range and will help hitter watch a faster pitch being delivered.  Games are played 1 to 2 times a week with a 1:45 time limit and practice typically 2 to 3 times per week.

SENIORS
AGERS 15-16

Highest level of competitive softball offered by Little League.  Pitching, Hitting, and Fielding will be very fast.  Games will be closer to high school level of play.  Games are played 1 to 2 times a week with a 1:45 time limit and practice typically 2 to 3 times per week.