Due to the success of area local high school teams competing in their respective state tournaments, some 15U Games have been postponed and will be made up at later date To Be Determined. The following team's games are impacted:
Burgettstown - no games will be played until after May 22nd at the earliest.
2013 OVGSL Schedules Posted!
The 2013 OVGSL Schedule is now available on from the Schedules link on the left hand side. You can download, print, and share your team schedules from this link.
MAKE sure you always double check with your coach for the latest updates to the schedule.
2013 Rules Posted in RULES Section on the left side.
Please see RULES section on left hand side for 2013 OVGSL Rules. The changes are highlighted in blue for 2013.
Coaches Contact Info Now Posted!
All 2013 Head Coach contact information is now listed unde the Rules and Coaching Info link on the left hand side. In case of inclement weather or an emergency, it is the Head Coaches responsibility to communicate with the opposing Head Coach of any changes.
PLAY BALL! 2013 OVGSL Season is Here!
The 2013 OVGSLSeason has commenced!
The OVGSL continues to grow with 37 teams in 4 age divisions in 2013.
TheOVGSL would like to extend a warm welcome to new members in 2013:
South Side (PA) in 8U, 10U and 12U
Indian Creek (OH) in 12U
Hanover (PA) in 15U
Looking forward to another exciting season!
Good Luck to all the Girls!
Ohio's Return To Play Law in 2013
Starting, April 26, 2013, Ohio's new "Return to Play" law goes into effect which requires coaches, umpires, or officials to REMOVE AN ATHLETE FROM PLAY if the athlete is exhibiting the signs and symptoms of a concussion during practice or a game.
All Coaches must be familiar with the new rule and it is highly recommended that all coaches are certified in the Concussion.
The OVGSL is will have 4 Age Divisions in 2013 after having a successful inaugural season in 8U Coach Pitch to go along with 10U, 12U, and 15U!
8U Division - Instructional Coach Pitch will introduce younger girls (8 and under) to the game of softball and develop their skills using 11 inch ball and having modified rules.
10U Division - Beginner's Fastpitch introduces girls to fast pitch softball while developing their skills(ages 9-10) using 11 inch ball and 35 feet pitching distance while having modified rules.
12U Division will use 12 inch ball and 40 feet pitching distance and closely follow high school rules.
15U Division will begin after the high school season ends and use 12 inch ball with 43 feet pitching distance.