Registration FAQs

1) When is registration?

Registration is open from May 20, 2024 to August 4, 2024. Early registration: 5/20/2024 to 7/15/2024. Regular registration: 7/16/2024 to 8/4/2024.

2) Who is eligible?

Girls born between 1/1/2008 - 12/31/2019.

3) How do I register?

Click here. Payment by credit card or debit card is the only option for online registration.

4) When is the season?

Practices begin late August/early September. Games start in September and end by November. Practice days and times will be chosen by the coaches just prior to the season starting.

5) What are the fees?

6U registration is $75 for everyone. Fees for 8U-15U are $125 for Coppell/CISD residents and $145 for all others. There is a $15 discount for all 8U-15U registrations completed by 7/15/2024.

Payment by credit card or debit card is the only option for online registration. Fees include a uniform jersey.

6) What is the DFW Mid Cities Interlock?

The CGSA teams will participate in the DFW Mid Cities Interlock league. The Interlock teams will play teams from neighboring associations in Flower Mound, Grapevine, Southlake, and Roanoke. Roughly half of the games will be played in Coppell and the other half will be played in partner cities.

7) What is age cut-off for each division?

The CGSA uses calendar year cut-off for determining play divisions to align with USSSA Softball, Coppell All-Star teams, and other nearby softball associations.

Birth YearAge Division
2017 - 20196U
2015 - 20168U
2013 - 201410U
2011 - 201212U
2008 - 201015U

8) Does a girl have to move up to the next age division if her team moves up but she is still eligible for her previous age division?

No, she does not have to move up. If she is not ready to move up and is still eligible for the lower age division, she may remain and assigned to a new team.

9) How is team placement determined?

All new players are entered into the draft. Returning players that are registered on time will be given priority to return to their Spring 2024 team (if returning), or may request to enter the draft. To REQUEST to RETURN to the prior Spring team, please note in the request section when registering. Team rosters will be finalized at the end of registration.

10) 8UC Coach Pitch and 8U Advanced Divisions

If a returning player, check with your coach to see if team is staying together and will play in 8UC or 8U Advanced divisions described in detail below. You can choose to return to that team if on prior Spring 2024 roster and they are playing in desired play division. If not playing in desired play division, you may enter the draft as described above.

8UC - This full coach pitch division is the developmental league. The rules are modified in that each batter receives pitches from a coach pitcher until she puts the ball in play, strikes out, or receives 5 pitches. All players must play at least one infield position by the third inning.

8U Advanced - While still a recreational league, the level of competitiveness in this division is considerably higher. It is recommended girls have played for at least one year and one to two seasons of the coach pitch league before participating in this division and may require coach approval.

11) 10UC Modified Kid/Coach Pitch and 10UK Full Kid Pitch Divisions

If a returning player, check with your coach to see if team is staying together and will play in 10UC or 10UK divisions described in detail below. You can choose to return to that team if on prior Spring 2024 roster and they are playing in desired play division. If that team is not playing in desired play division, you may enter the draft as described above.

10UC - This modified kid pitch/coach pitch division is the developmental league. The rules are modified in that each batter receives pitches from a player/pitcher until she puts the ball in play, strikes out, or receives 4 balls. After receiving 4 balls, the coach/pitcher for the batting team enters and assumes the strike count.

10UK - While still a recreational league, the level of competitiveness in this division is considerably higher. It is recommended girls have played for at least one year and one to two seasons of the modified kid pitch/coach pitch league before participating in this division and may require coach approval. There will be no coach pitching. Four balls thrown by pitcher will result in a walk.

12) Can I play with a friend?

New players and former players may request a team with a current player of same age. Two new players of same age may request to be on the same team. Subject to date of registration, roster availability, and meeting age requirements.

13) Can we form a new team with friends?

Yes, girls that have not played previously can ALL request to be placed on a team together. So get your friends from Girl Scouts, soccer, or any other group together and form a new team. Please contact the CGSA Registrar if you have any questions. Subject to approval by the CGSA Registrar.

14) How do I register to coach?

We need coaches! Please volunteer to coach a team this season. If you would like more information regarding a Pre-season Coaching Information session, please email the CGSA registrar at Registrar@CoppellGirlsSoftball.com

Click here and follow the instructions. All CGSA coaches must pass a background check prior to being assigned to a team.