SOFTBALL:  The Hikes Point Optimist Club offers both fast and slow pitch softball programs for girls between ages 6 and 18.  One of the 
main objectives of any Optimist sponsored youth sports program is for young people to be happy playing a sport they enjoy. With this goal in 
mind, the softball program offers several playing options for girls in which they can compete and be successful.

	Machine Pitch: This league is offered for all girls between the ages 7 and 9.  Some six year olds may compete at this level based on their 
demonstrated ability. Once a player reaches ten years of age, she may choose to participate in either slow or fast pitch. 
10 and Under: This league is fast pitch softball for 10 year olds. The teams travel and compete against other teams in the metro area. 
12 and Under: This league offers fast pitch for girls who are 12 years old or younger. The teams travel, and play teams in the metro 
area. 

	Slow-Pitch 12 and Under: This league is great for the girls who 
want to improve basic softball skills. These teams will travel and play 
other teams in the metro area.

	Slow-Pitch 18U: It's fun!  Girls get to play with their friends in 
a relaxed atmosphere.  There really is life after fast-pitch softball!
This league gives players a chance to play a year or two 
before moving into the adult leagues throughout the city.  If you've 
never played before, it gives you a chance to learn the fundamentals of 
softball.  These teams also travel around the city.

	Softball at Hikes Point is a great choice for any girl interested in 
fun and friendly competition. Everyone involved in the softball program 
is focused on the development of a child's skills in a positive way. 
All coaches, umpires, and parents are quick to compliment a player even 
if the player is a member of an opposing team. Coaches will work with an 
individual girl to improve her softball skills and develop 
self-confidence. 

	All girls are guaranteed plenty of playing time that will help them to 
further develop those skills learned in practice. Players will have a 
great source for exercise and will make new friends. Anyone choosing to 
play will find the family atmosphere at Hikes Point to be a rewarding 
experience.