Fastpitch travel softball offers a more challenging and competitive environment than recreational leagues, leading to improved skills, more games, and the opportunity to travel and experience different locations. It's a step up from rec ball, designed to challenge players, enhance their game, and potentially prepare them for collegiate play. 

Lady Renegades goes by the  NSA/USSAA  calendars  to determine eligibility. The Calendars go from Sept 1 to Aug 31st. “10U” means that the player must be 10 years old or “under” as of Aug 31 of that year

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The “A”, “B”, and “C” references are specific to tournament classifications. “A” teams are typically national/elite travel teams. This level will have the strongest talent and highest cost.

“B” teams are the average regional travel teams. “C” teams are new travel teams or teams with players new to travel softball.   The level of tournaments and play will be determined by the individual team coaches perception of the combined team talent.

​The biggest change is the significant time commitment and expectations of both the parent and player to play at this higher level.

The info below outlines some of our basic expectations for your daughter:

Minimum time requirements (excludes driving time): -

•  Up to Two practices per week @ 2 hours per practice (SEP-JUL) 

•  All-day tournaments.  The number of tournaments and location is determined by the individual team coaches.  Some teams have up to  3 tournaments per month.  Tournaments are typically on Saturdays and Sundays and run Sept - Aug  

• Winter league.  Determined by the individual team coach, the team will participate in an indoor competitive winter team league.  Running from Nov-Feb, typically 15-20 games.  Dates/times TBD by the leagues.

• Extra time (Encouraged to address/reinforce improving playing abilities)

• Optional Trainer (instruction time plus driving time) - Practice at home (especially for those players that play a specialty position such as pitcher, catcher or middle infielder)

Time and family sacrifice will likely outweigh the playing and equipment costs. The travel coach will explain the costs to pay for registration, game uniforms, practice uniforms, and tournaments. Unlike rec leagues, each team is generally its own independent entity and is responsible for their own finances. Given the costs of tournaments, teams are often required to seek sponsorships and conduct fundraising to offset playing costs. Cost per season also depend upon the number of tournaments the team plays. In addition, parents will need to budget for replacing outgrown or worn out equipment like bats, cleats, and fielding glove. Positions like catcher will require additional costs for protective gear.