Vikings Fastpitch 8u

What equipment is needed for playing?

Players are required to bring the following to every practice and game.

• Glove: A well-fitting glove is essential for every player.
• Cleats: Plastic cleats are preferred but tennis shoes will be accepted. NO metal cleats
• Bat: Team bats are available but personal bats are preferred
• Helmet: A face mask on your helmet is required for safety.
• Fielders Face Mask: Metal and plastic options are ok.
• Water Bottle: Hydration is important. Bring a filled water bottle to each practice and every game.

Will there be an 8u Advanced Team or can I try out for 10u?

If you wish to try out for an 8u Advanced Team or for 10u you must first sign up for 8u Tryouts on January 9, 6pm-8pm. These tryouts will determine if we will have an 8u Advanced team.

If you are of 8u age and want to tryout for 10u, you must first sign up to tryout for your age level. Then email info@nbfastpitch.org to sign up for an additional spot to try up a level. Trying up comes with an extra charge of $25 due to needing an extra tryout session. Flexx charges $50 per player, per tryout. The association is absorbing $25 of the $50 for the additional tryout session.Trying out for a higher age level does not guarantee placement at that level.

Do I have to tryout for 8u?

It is highly recommended that everyone participates in tryouts. 8u Advanced-14u are all required to tryout and it is a good learning opportunity for all our 8u players to experience tryouts.

However, no it is not a requirement to tryout for a regular 8u team.

What do I bring/wear to 8u Tryouts?

Please wear:

• A plain white t-shirt, softball pants, gym shoes or sneakers and proper equipment relative to your position.
• Your favorite bat and glove.
• Batting Helmet
• Facemasks are also required for tryouts. There will be some equipment available for use if you don't have any.