Softball

Morgan City Recreation Department Youth Softball League

The Morgan City Recreation Department Youth Softball League provides a fun, safe, and supportive environment for young athletes to learn and enjoy the game of softball. The program is designed to offer a wholesome recreational outlet while teaching the core values of sportsmanship, teamwork, cooperation, discipline, and fair play. Through age-appropriate instruction and game play, participants develop fundamental softball skills while building confidence and respect for others.

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The Morgan City Recreation Department Youth Softball League provides a fun, safe, and supportive environment for young athletes to learn and enjoy the game of softball. The program is designed to offer a wholesome recreational outlet while teaching the core values of sportsmanship, teamwork, cooperation, discipline, and fair play. Through age-appropriate instruction and game play, participants develop fundamental softball skills while building confidence and respect for others.

League Divisions & Age Eligibility

Age eligibility is determined by the child’s age on or before January 1 of the current year:

Rookie League (Ages 6–8):
Youth who are or will be six (6) years old before January 1 and will not turn nine (9) on or after January 1 of the current year.

Minor League (Ages 9–11):
Youth who are or will be nine (9) years old before January 1 and will not turn twelve (12) on or after January 1 of the current year.

Registration Requirements & Fees

Applications will not be accepted unless complete. Each application must include:

  • A copy of the child’s birth certificate
  • Parental/guardian signatures
  • $45.00 registration fee

No child will be denied participation due to financial hardship. Parents who are unable to afford the player fee must notify the Recreation Department. A meeting will be scheduled with the Youth Baseball Board to determine payment arrangements.

Parents or guardians are responsible for ensuring their child is physically able to participate prior to enrolling.

Parent & Spectator Expectations

Parents are an essential part of the Youth Softball League and are expected to support the program’s goals at all times. To maintain a positive experience for all participants, the following guidelines apply:

Unsportsmanlike or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated.

The Youth Softball Committee administers all league functions. Any concerns must be addressed directly to the Committee; disruptive or subversive behavior will not be allowed.

Derogatory or abusive language or actions toward league supervisors, umpires, or coaches are strictly prohibited.

Fan enthusiasm is encouraged; however, behavior that embarrasses or ridicules opposing teams will result in removal from the park.

Violations of these rules will result in penalties determined by the Committee and may include removal of parents and/or players from Recreation Department activities.

Players may be removed from the program due to rule violations by their parents.