New to Softball?
All things Fastpitch
If you are new to Fastpitch Softball, this section will provide you with information about the various options available for players - including time commitment, competitive level, and structure.
FLAFA serves girls from age 6-16. Traveling Softball includes league games and practices on weeknights and tournaments on weekends. The Summer season runs from April to July.
Traveling Fastpitch levels: 8U (8 and under), 10U (10 and under), 12U (11-12 years old), 14U (13-14 years old) and 16U (15-16 years old).
WHAT IS FASTPITCH SOFTBALL?
Fastpitch softball is a competitive form of softball and is the same sport you see in high school and college competition. Fastpitch softball differs from slow-pitch softball in that the pitchers deliver the ball with a speedy windmill motion as opposed to a slow, looping motion. Slow-pitch softball is offered in some youth programs and adult leagues but fastpitch is the competitive sport girls advance to as they get older.
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
Many players start by playing T-Ball at a young age. See below for information on how to get started with FLAFA.
1. Explore this website. This site contains information besides what is on this page, and you can get a small flavor of the differences in rules and atmosphere in the different programs.
2. Read the Handbook. The FLAFA Handbook has detailed information about the program. The Handbook is available under the Parents section.
3. Talk to a Board Member or other program participant. This is a great way to learn more. You can contact a Board Member by accessing the "Board" page on this site and clicking a link to email a Board Member.
4. Attend the winter skills clinic. The winter skills clinic is to help players develop their skills and to assist them in choosing which level of play they are interested in.
5. Start with Fall Ball. Fall Traveling Softball is a low-pressure option to give traveling a try. The season is short (games on weekends only during a season that lasts slightly more than one month) and is focused on player development.
