8U (Minor) – Player Pitch + Machine Pitch Softball
8U softball division is for players league ages 7 and 8 (born 2014-2015). In this division the level of play advances to include player pitch (with machine pitch on ball 4), catching and base stealing with continued focus on the development of fundamentals, and fun.
This division uses a 10” RIF (reduced injury factor ball), and pitchers pitch from 30 feet from home plate.
Teams will practice 1 time per week and play 1 weekend game per week.
There will also be clinic opportunities such as weekly pitching clinics for players to attend.
8U teams will participate in USA Softball 8U games with nearby leagues.
West LA may field a summer All Star team in the 8U division.
8U players will attend evaluations, currently scheduled for January 8.For Softball rules and regulations, download the pdf:
2017 West LA Softball Rules