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Player Progression Softball
The progression of players will vary based on the age at which the player starts playing organized softball and the amount of time the player practices with their team and at home. The division levels below are utilized for participation at the National USA and USSA Levels.
2020 Tournament Division Groups
DIVISION | 8U | 8U | 8U | 10U | 10U | 12U | 12U | 14U | 14U |
BIRTH YEAR | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 |
AGE ON JAN 1ST | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 |
Clinic Skill Levels
Level 1 Beginner - Players at this level will be at the beginner stage and looking for clinics that provide a fun and safe place to play.
Level 2 Beginner to Intermediate - Players at this level will typically have some recreation softball experience and looking for training clinics.
Level 3 Intermediate - Players at this level will typically have 1-2 years of recreation and/or travel softball experience and seeking to participate in age based clinics, scrimmages and “C” and “B” level tournaments.
Level 4 Intermediate to Advanced - Players at this level will typically have 3 to 6 years of softball experience and are interested in participating in “C” and “B” level age based clinics, scrimmages and tournaments.
Level 5 Advanced - Players at this level will typically have completed the 12U travel softball level and are preparing for the 14U and above travel softball levels. Specialized training, clinics, scrimmages, and “C” and “B” level tournaments will be offered.
Player Expectation By Age (Tournament)