Maryville Little League Softball Divisions

Welcome to Maryville Little League Softball! Our divisions are designed to provide players with the best opportunity to learn, grow, and compete at their skill level. Girls' league ages are determined as of December 31 of the current year, and registration will automatically place players in the proper age group.

Division Overview

Wee Ball

Age 4 (Coed): Wee Ball is a beginner-friendly league for girls and boys, focusing on teaching the basics of the game. All players will hit off a tee. Practices, if scheduled, will be determined by individual coaches. Players in this division do not attend tryouts.

Tee Ball Softball

Ages 5–6 (1 game per week): Players will have the opportunity to hit off the coach's pitch but can use a tee if needed. Practices are determined by individual coaches. This division does not require tryouts.

Coach Pitch Softball

Ages 7–8 (1-2 games per week): Players will hit off the coach's pitch to improve their hitting mechanics. Practices are determined by individual coaches. Tryouts are used to help ensure equitable team distribution, but players not attending tryouts will be randomly assigned to a team. All registered players are guaranteed a spot on a team.

Little League Softball (Minor and Major League)

Ages 9–12 (1-2 games per week): Players in Little League Softball will hit off pitches from opposing players. Practices will be determined by individual coaches. Little League will be divided into a minor and a major league (as long as registration numbers allow) based on the player's skill evaluation. Minor league will play with an 11 inch ball and pitch from 35 ft. Major league will play with a 12 inch ball and pitch from 40 ft. Any player not attending skill evaluations will be placed on a minor league team.      

Junior League Softball

Ages 12–14 (1-2 games per week): Junior League players will hit off pitches from opposing players. Practices will be determined by individual coaches. By creating a dedicated Junior League for girls aged 12–14, we aim to foster a more competitive environment that aligns with the expected number of players. Pitching distance will be at 43 ft. Players who are league age 12 may play in either or both little league and junior league divisions. Games will not conflict.      

Additional Resources

For more information on league ages, visit our Age Determination page.