How to Join an Adult Softball League

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Adult softball leagues are on the rise, and range in emphasis from mainly social to seriously competitive.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Step1
Rely on word-of-mouth. Ask friends and co-workers about softball leagues.
Step2
Contact your local parks and recreation department to inquire about adult softball leagues or programs.
Step3
Check your local newspaper for advertisements on joining softball teams and leagues, or team tryouts.
Step4
Contact members of organized leagues through the Internet.
Step5
Contact local college or university team coaches to inquire about adult softball leagues.
Step6
Contact the American Softball Association (ASA).
Step7
Check out the National Federation Coaches Association (NFCA).
Step8
Look at softball magazines for information on teams or leagues.
Step9
Know what level of play you want. Leagues vary from recreational to highly competitive.
Step10
Ask about medical and/or insurance coverage of teams or leagues.

Tips & Warnings

  • Be conscious of the general rules of fitness, particularly as you age. Warm up and cool down properly to avoid injury.
  • Softball is a physically demanding sport that could result in serious injury. We recommend that you seek the proper equipment and training before undertaking this activity.

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fiveerrors

fiveerrors said

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on 6/22/2008 Go to http://www.local-leagues.com. Free statistics, standings, schedules, announcements, etc. for baseball and softball leagues. You can sign up your league or search for a league near you to play in.

JerseyJoel

JerseyJoel said

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on 2/25/2008 post free on craig's list that you are looking to join a team. i run 4 co-ed teams year round and i find the best players on craig's list (especially female for co-ed teams) on craigh's list. it's free to post and use to find.. jersey joel in ft myers florida

aalex6104

aalex6104 said

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on 2/12/2008 Simply go to
www.softballmiami.com

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on 6/6/2007 or go to http://www.yoteams.com or http://www.yoplayas.com. I see that you can post your info there for teams that need players in your area.

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