Below is a short explanation of each Softball Division employed by Elgin Classic Little League. The Minor A and Major Divisions require a player evaluation to ensure that a player is in the correct division. Elgin Classic also creates teams based on the skill level of its players - creating competitive balance between teams.
Player evaluations will be held Saturday, March 10 at Elgin Turners Hall (112 Villa St). Evaluation times are still to be determined.
Teams will be chosen the middle of March and practices start in April when the weather breaks. Our Opening Day Ceremony at Wing Park will be held on a Saturday in late April.
Games for some of the older divisions start late April but most division games start early May. The season runs through May and June.
If you are NOT sure about which division to place your child, make a best guess. We will make a final determination after your child is evaluated.
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After reviewing the Softball Divisions below you can log into (or register) your account @ Elgin Classic Registration and register your child.
TEE BALL DIVISION - $80
4-6 Year Old Players
Tee Ball is for boys and girls, 4-6 years old, who want to learn the fundamentals of hitting and fielding.
In Tee Ball, players hit a ball off a batting tee. Rules of the game may be varied to accommodate the need for teaching.
The primary goals of Tee Ball are to instruct children in the fundamentals of baseball and to allow them to experience the value of teamwork.
Parents are strongly encouraged to become involved in this introduction level of Little League. After completing a Little League volunteer application and passing a required national background check, parents may become involved in practices, and be eligible as coaches, managers, umpires, local league board members and other volunteer positions within the league.
MINOR B SOFTBALL DIVISION - $180
6-8 Year Old Players
The Elgin Classic Minor B Softball Division is comprised of league age 6-8 year old players who are new to softball and Little League. This is an instructional division.
All 6 year old players that play in the Minor B Division will have at least 1 year of T-Ball experience.
The Minor B division is an instructional and educational division.
MINOR A SOFTBALL DIVISION - $215
9-12 Year Old Players
The Elgin Classic Minor A Softball Division is comprised of league age 9-12 year old players who are either new to softball and Little League or only have a year or two of experience.
If a family requests that an 11 or 12 year old play down in the Minor A Division due to safety concerns, they will need approval from the League. An 11 or 12 year old that plays at this level will NOT be eligible for Majors All Stars.
MAJOR SOFTBALL DIVISION - $225
9-12 Year Old Players
The Elgin Classic Major Softball Division is comprised of league age 9-12 year old players who are experienced softball players looking for a competitive level of play.
9 year old players may be on a Majors team if they have received an approved waiver from Little League.
JUNIOR SOFTBALL DIVISION - $225
13-14 Year Old Players
The Elgin Classic Junior Softball Division is comprised of league age 13-14 year old players who are experienced softball players looking for a competitive level of play.
SENIOR SOFTBALL DIVISION - $200
15-16 Year Old Players
The Elgin Classic Senior Softball Division is comprised of league age 15-16 year old players who are experienced softball players looking for a competitive level of play.
2018 Little League Age Chart
FOR SOFTBALL DIVISION ONLY
Match month (top line) and box with year of
birth. League age indicated at right.
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JAN
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FEB
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MAR
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APR
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MAY
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JUN
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JUL
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AUG
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SEP
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OCT
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NOV
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DEC
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AGE
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2013
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2013
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2013
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2013
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2013
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2013
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2013
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2014
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2013
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2013
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2013
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2013
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4
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2012
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2012
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2012
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2012
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2012
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2012
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2012
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2012
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2012
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2012
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2012
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2012
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5
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2011
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2011
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2011
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2011
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2011
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2011
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2011
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2011
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2011
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2011
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2011
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2011
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6
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2010
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2010
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2010
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2010
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2010
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2010
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2010
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2010
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2010
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2010
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2010
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2010
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7
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2009
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2009
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2009
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2009
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2009
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2009
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2009
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2009
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2009
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2009
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2009
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2009
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8
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2008
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2008
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2008
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2008
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2008
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2008
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2008
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2008
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2008
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2008
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2008
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2008
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9
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2007
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2007
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2007
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2007
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2007
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2007
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2007
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2007
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2007
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2007
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2007
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2007
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10
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2006
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2006
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2006
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2006
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2006
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2006
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2006
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2006
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2006
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2006
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2006
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2006
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11
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2005
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2005
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2005
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2005
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2005
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2005
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2005
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2005
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2005
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2005
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2005
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2005
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12
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2004
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2004
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2004
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2004
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2004
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2004
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2004
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2004
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2004
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2004
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2004
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2004
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13
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2003
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2003
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2003
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2003
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2003
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2003
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2003
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2003
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2003
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2003
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2003
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2003
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14
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2002
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2002
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2002
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2002
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2002
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2002
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2002
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2002
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2002
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2002
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2002
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2002
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15
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2001
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2001
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2001
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2001
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2001
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2001
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2001
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2001
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2001
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2001
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2001
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2001
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16
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Note: This age chart is
for SOFTBALL DIVISIONS ONLY, and
only for 2018.