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Filly League
The LZBSA Filly FastPitch Softball League is designed for 7th through 10th grade girls who wish to experience the complete game of fastpitch softball in a recreational setting.
Our development goals for players in this league are:
- Complete development of softball skills
- Developing advanced in-game situational awareness
- Developing personal responsibility and confidence
- Having fun in a team environment!
Our teams at this level play within the Northwest Suburban Fastpitch Softball League, playing a 12-15 game regular season schedule with teams from other nearby towns. The regular season is followed by a playoff to determine a league champion.
FILLY LEAGUE QUICK FACTS
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Eligibility |
Girls in Grades 7-10 |
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Competitive Level |
Moderate |
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Time Commitment |
2-3 games or practices per week |
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Number of Regular Season Games |
12- 15 games |
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Tournament |
Single Elimination Tournament held in early mid July |
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Travel Games |
7-8 regular season away games in nearby towns |
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League Partners: |
Mundelein, Libertyville, Vernon Hills |
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Team Selection: |
All registered players are evaluated and drafted to a team. Coach and Friend requests are considered but not guaranteed. |
FILLY LEAGUE IMPORTANT DATES
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January 31 |
Early Bird Registration Ends |
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February 3 |
Player Evaluations |
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Mid-March |
Coaches notify players of their team selection |
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Early April |
Practices Begin |
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Late April |
Opening Day Events |
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Late May to early July |
Regular Season Games |
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May 6 |
Team Picture Day ay May Whitney |
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Early to mid-July |
End of Season Tournament |
RULES
The Filly league follows IHSA FastPitch Softball Rules, with a few exceptions to encourage safety.
At this level, a 12" ball is used, bases are 60' apart, and the pitching distance is 43'.
DOUG HOMUTH
INTERMEDIATE, FILLY LEAGUE PRESIDENT
