2027 DC Youth Summer Softball Skills Assessment for 12U • 14U • 16U Although the 2026 season has come to an end, we're already planning for the 2027 summer softball season! All players interested in playing 12U, 14U, or 16U softball in 2027 are asked to participate in the Skills Assessment. The assessment helps the association evaluate players for team placement and determine the number of teams needed at each age level. Team Options: A/B Team Weeknight league games Six tournaments (late May through early August) Higher level of competition with more travel and a greater time commitment $250 registration fee due by September 15 Additional player expenses for tournaments, gate fees, etc. Example: The 2026 14U B Team averaged approximately $250 per player in additional tournament costs. C Team Weeknight league games May participate in a couple of tournaments depending on season standings More local schedule with a less time commitment Registration and payment will occur later this winter/spring Both team levels offer a great opportunity for skill development, team camaraderie, and competitive play at the pace that's right for each player. Skills Assessment Information: Date: Tuesday, August 18 Location: DC High School Quad Softball Fields Assessment Times: 12U: 5:30–6:30 pm 14U: 6:30–7:30 pm 16U: 7:30–8:30 pm (Pitchers and catchers may stay longer.) Age calculator if needed Assessment Registration: Registration for the Skills Assessment is required. We encourage all players planning to participate in the 2027 summer season to attend the Skills Assessment. Registration deadline: Friday, August 14 at 3:00 pm A/B Team Commitment Players selected for an A/B Team must: Accept or decline their roster spot by September 1. Pay the $250 registration fee by September 15. Players not selected for an A/B Team, or those choosing to play at the C level, will register and pay for the 2027 summer season later this winter/spring. Additional Information This assessment is for 12U, 14U, and 16U players only. Separate spring assessments will be held for 8U and 10U, if needed. Let’s get ready for another exciting season! – DC Softball Association

2027 DC Youth Summer Softball Skills Assessment: 12U • 14U • 16U DC Softball Association Although the 2026 season has come to an end, we're already planning for the 2027 summer softball season! All players planning to participate in the 2027 summer season are encouraged to attend the Skills Assessment. The assessment helps the DC Softball Association evaluate players for team placement and determine the number of teams needed at each age level. Team Options A/B Team: Plays weeknight league games Competes in approximately 6 tournaments (late May through early August) Higher level of competition with more travel and a greater time commitment $250 registration fee per player (due this fall by September 15) Additional player expenses for tournament dues, gate fees, etc. Example: The 2026 14U B Team averaged approximately $250 per player in additional costs. C Team: Plays weeknight league games May participate in a couple tournaments depending on the season standings Offers a more local schedule with a lighter time commitment Registration and payment will take place later this winter/spring Both A/B and C teams offer a great opportunity for skill development, team camaraderie, and competitive play at the pace that's right for each player. Skills Assessment Information Date: Tuesday, August 18Location: DC High School Quad Softball Fields Assessment Times 12U: 5:30–6:30 pm 14U: 6:30–7:30 pm 16U: 7:30–8:30 pm (Pitchers and catchers may stay longer.) Age calculator if needed Assessment Registration Information Skills Assessment registration is required for all players participating in the assessment. The assessment helps with team placement and season planning. Players who are unable to participate will be placed on a team after spring registration closes. Assessment Registration Deadline:Friday, August 14 at 3:00 p.m. A/B Team Commitment Players selected for an A/B Team must: Accept or decline their roster spot by September 1. Submit payment by September 15. Players not selected for an A/B Team, or those choosing to play at the C level, will complete registration and payment for the 2027 summer season later this winter/spring. Additional Information This assessment is for 12U, 14U, and 16U players only. Separate spring skills assessments will be held for 8U and 10U, if needed.

2027 DC Youth Summer Softball Skills Assessment: 12U • 14U • 16U DC Softball Association Although the 2026 season has come to an end, we're already planning for the 2027 summer softball season! All players planning to participate in the 2027 summer season are encouraged to attend the Skills Assessment. The assessment helps the DC Softball Association evaluate players for team placement and determine the number of teams needed at each age level. Team Options A/B Team: Plays weeknight league games Competes in approximately 6 tournaments (late May through early August) Higher level of competition with more travel and a greater time commitment $250 registration fee per player (due this fall by September 15) Additional player expenses for tournament dues, gate fees, etc. Example: The 2026 14U B Team averaged approximately $250 per player in additional costs. C Team: Plays weeknight league games May participate in a couple tournaments depending on the season standings Offers a more local schedule with a lighter time commitment Registration and payment will take place later this winter/spring Both A/B and C teams offer a great opportunity for skill development, team camaraderie, and competitive play at the pace that's right for each player. Skills Assessment Information Date: Tuesday, August 18Location: DC High School Quad Softball Fields Assessment Times 12U: 5:30–6:30 pm 14U: 6:30–7:30 pm 16U: 7:30–8:30 pm (Pitchers and catchers may stay longer.) Age calculator if needed Assessment Registration Information Skills Assessment registration is required for all players participating in the assessment. The assessment helps with team placement and season planning. Players who are unable to participate will be placed on a team after spring registration closes. Assessment Registration Deadline:Friday, August 14 at 3:00 p.m. A/B Team Commitment Players selected for an A/B Team must: Accept or decline their roster spot by September 1. Submit payment by September 15. Players not selected for an A/B Team, or those choosing to play at the C level, will complete registration and payment for the 2027 summer season later this winter/spring. Additional Information This assessment is for 12U, 14U, and 16U players only. Separate spring skills assessments will be held for 8U and 10U, if needed.