SOFTBALL

Our Softball Program allows players (ages 4-14) of all abilities to compete in recreation or travel leagues.  We are committed to creating a positive softball experience while also teaching the importance of sportsmanship, teamwork and having fun.

Our Recreation Program hosts players of all athletic abilities. Our divisions include:

• T-Ball: This program is for girls aged 4 and 5 and will introduce basic skills and mechanics for throwing, catching, fielding and hitting.  Players must be 4 by January 1, 2020 to be eligible.  The program will run on Saturday mornings from 9am -12noon. for 8 weeks. Our season begins at the end of April and will go until the beginning of June.
• Rookie: This is an instructional program for girls aged 6 through 8 that focuses on the introduction of softball fundamentals. Games last about an hour and every player will bat and get an opportunity to play the field. This is a coach-pitch division with some modified rules to help players gain confidence while gaining a better understanding of the flow of the game.
• Minors: This program is for girls aged 9-11 and focuses on skills development while having an exciting and positive experience. Players will pitch on their own for the first time for the whole game and be introduced to a higher level of play with a more competitive environment. Games run six inning or two hours using an 11" ball and pitch from 35 feet. Players at this level will play teams in the surrounding area with umpires officiating games. In this division, there is opportunity to try out for the 10u All Star team.
• Majors: This is a competitive program for girls aged 11-14 in 6th through 8th grade. This is a more advanced division but emphasis is still on having fun, refining skills and healthy competition. Pitchers will move back to 40 feet and will use a 12 inch ball. Players at this level will play teams in the surrounding area. In this division, there is an opportunity to try out for the 12u All Star team.

Aberdeen Matawan Huskies Travel Program

If your daughter expresses an interest in taking her game to the next level, we offer an opportunity to join the Huskies. Our Huskies Travel Program is the travel division of the AMYAA Softball League and welcomes girls to attend and compete for a spot on our competitive travel teams. We are dedicated to creating and maintaining a positive softball experience for the girls and their families, emphasizing camaraderie, sportsmanship, and experienced coaching to help improve individual skills.

The Huskies compete in the fall, spring and summer in leagues and tournaments and then train during the winter.