Jeff Creskoff
Softball Commissioner
Season Dates
End Date: mid-June
Registration Fee
Early Bird –ends January 10th
- 8U: $160
- 10U: 18U - $180
On-Time – January 11th - February 28th
- 8U: $170
- 10U - 12U: $190
Late – March 1st, until capacity reached.
- 8U: $180
- 10U - 12U: $200
days/times
Practices: Once a week, 5PM or later, start times should be no later than 7PM. Day/time/location will be assigned to coaches in late March.
Games:
Times vary. Unless otherwise specified, weeknight games will begin at 6:15 PM and conclude no later than 8:15 PM.
8U to 18U Division: Generally one Saturday game each week. In addition, there may be occasional extra games/make-up games on another day.
10U to 18U: There are occasional double-headers.
Game schedule will be available late mid-March.
Ages
Ages 5 – 18 as of 12/31/2025
Location
Schools/Fields in the greater Springfield area.
Sports Equipment/Uniform Items
| Equipment/Uniform | Provided by SYC | Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Uniform Top, Visor, & Socks | Yes | Yes |
| Softball Pants | No | Recommended (Black, Gray, or Blue) |
| Softballs | Yes, for team use. | Yes |
| Bats | Yes, for team use. | Yes |
| Catcher's Protective Equipment | Yes, for team use. | Yes |
| Batting Helmets | Yes, for team use. | Yes |
| Batting Tees | Yes, for team use. | No |
| Softball Glove | No | Yes |
| Softball/Soccer Cleats | No | Highly Recommended. Sneakers are ok. Metal cleats are only permitted for age groups 14U and up. All others must be non-metal. |
Please Note: This information is subject to change.