Plymouth Fastpitch Developmental League (PFDL): Girls Ages 5-8​

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This program will incorporate the following -

• This will be a Plymouth school district league

• Goal will be teaching players the basics/fundamentals of fastpitch softball

• Focus will be learning the mechanics of throwing, catching and hitting and playing positions properly with the goal of moving up to the 9U machine-pitch program.

• We also will be limiting the age range to 8 years old.  Any girl over 8 years of age as of September 1st will be moved to the 9U program.

• Easton's Incredi-ball will be used to reduce injury and increase safety for new players.

• All infield players will be required to wear a face mask.

• Pitching distance will be 32'; from home plate / distance between bases will be 60'.

• Pitching: This league will be coach pitch only, with the intent of teaching players to pitch in practice as able/appropriate.

• Batting: Each batter will receive 5 coach pitches. The coach is allowed to move forward from the pitching rubber to a position that will allow them to deliver a hittable ball to the batter. If a batter is unsuccessful in hitting a pitched ball into play, a tee will be provided for the player to bat the ball into play

• Games will be 1 hour in length or 5 innings maximum.

• Coaches are asked to umpire from behind the catcher and pitcher. 

• All games are played at City Park in Plymouth located just off of Surhrke Rd.

• Practices and games will start in June and will conclude at the end of July. 

• Practices and games will be scheduled on Mondays and Wednesdays.

• The rules will be given to all coaches in this program.  (link below for reference)

• Registration Fee

  • ​January 1 - March 28, 2026: $60​

  • March 29 - April 11, 2026: $80

  • Deadline to Register is April 11, 2026

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