8U (Minor) – Player Pitch + Machine Pitch Softball
8U softball division is for players league ages 7 and 8 (as of August 31, 2023). In this division the level of play advances to include player pitch (with machine pitch or coach 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 may participate in USA Softball 8U games with nearby leagues.
West LA may field a spring Select and summer All Star team in the 8U division.
For spring season, 8U players will attend evaluations.