- Fall ball programs are offered each year for 6 weeks starting in September contingent on enrollment.
- This program, similar to spring rec, is focused on skills development and fun!
- A series of games will be played between South Colonie teams, as well as scheduled with other community leagues from age levels 8u and up. 6u will only play inner-leagues games.
- Player equipment recommendations and requirements are the same for fall ball as they are for spring rec.
| 6u (Tee-ball) |
age 5-6 |
Players will learn the fundamentals of hitting off a tee, fielding, and teamwork using a 10" ball. Games will be played between other inner-league South Colonie teams |
| 8u |
age 7-8 |
Players will continue to learn fundamentals of fielding with the addition of live coach pitch with a 10" ball from a distance of 30'. Games will be played primarily between other inner-league South Colonie teams, possibly against other local town leagues pending schedule needs. |
| 10u |
age 9-10 |
Players will experience the addition of player-pitch in combination with live coach pitch with an 11" ball from a distance of 35', and expansion of fielding and base running rules. Games will be played against other inner-league South Colonie Teams, as well as against other local town leagues. |
| 12u |
age 11-12 |
Players will participate in a more competitive softball experience including exclusive player-pitching with a 12" fall from a distance of 43', and final expansion of all playing rules. Games will be played against other inner-league South Colonie Teams, as well as against other local town leagues. |
*Teams for 14u and 16u are offered dependent on enrollment, and may be combined as needed.
** If you are unsure which age division your child should be in based on their month of birth please refer to the
USA softball website calculator.