Welcome to Silverdale Fall Baseball 2025!
Silverdale fall baseball is open to all players ages 5-16 (age on Apr 30, 2025), There are no boundary restrictions - all are welcome! Most of our practices and games are at Pete Ross Fields, centrally located near the Trails in Silverdale. We also utilize Central Kitsap School fields as needed. Practices & Games are scheduled on weekday evenings and varying times on Saturdays and Sundays. We operate under the SPWAA bylaws and are committed to fostering a positive sports learning environment for the youth in our community. We emphasize introducing children to the fundamental skills and strategies of baseball, along with the values of teamwork, leadership, sportsmanship, and citizenship. Our main goal is to give every child the opportunity to develop and grow as both an athlete and an individual, allowing them to assess their experience based on their own efforts and the enjoyment derived from participation. We also aim to help kids build their skills in the positions they aspire to play, even if they lack experience.
Please Note the Following:
1.) Umpires are not provided by the league in Fall Ball, coaches will be required to umpire games.
2.) Rain out games will not be made up.
3.) Field prep and care will be the sole responsibility of the Home Team before each game. All teams will be required to rake fields after each practice.
4.) There are no playoffs in FallBall, this is a chance for kids to get extra games and work on development in a laid back atmosphere.
5.) Uniforms and hats will be provided.
6.) There will be no evaluations, the teams will be split up as equally as possible by the FallBall AD and ages of players.
Division Format
Players are asked to register at their level of play based on age.
Jr/Sr. Division
This devision is for players aged 13 to 16, with team assignments determined by age and the FallBall Athletic Director. It features a pitching distance of 60 feet and 90-foot base paths. This division plays under official Baseball Rules, incorporating special regulations as needed to support the development and safety of this age group. Games and practices will take place at Pete Ross Fields and CKSD Fields, with officiating provided by coaches and volunteers.
Majors Division
This devision is designed for players aged 11 to 13, with team assignments based on age and the Baseball Athletic Director's discretion. It features a pitching distance of 50 feet and base paths measuring 70 feet. This division follows the Official Baseball Rules while incorporating special regulations to ensure the development and safety of the young players. Games and practices will take place at Pete Ross Fields and CKSD Fields, with officiating handled by coaches and volunteers.
Minors Division
This division is intended for players aged 8 to 10, with team assignments determined by age and the Baseball Athletic Director. It features a pitching distance of 46 feet and base paths measuring 60 feet. This division adheres to the Official Baseball Rules, while incorporating special regulations to promote the development and safety of young players. Participants will build and refine their fundamental skills while starting to grasp game strategy and teamwork. They will learn to pitch, catch, and hit against live pitching. Most practices and games are expected to take place at Pete Ross Field and CKSD Fields, with officiating conducted by coaches and volunteers.
Coach PitchThis division is designed for players aged 6 to 7, with team assignments based on age and the FallBall Athletic Director's discretion. It features a pitching distance of 40 feet and base paths measuring 60 feet. This division follows official Baseball Rules but incorporates special regulations as needed for the development and safety of young players. Participants will build and refine their fundamental skills while enhancing their understanding of teamwork. Players will also learn to hit against live pitching. Most practices and games are expected to take place at Pete Ross Field and CKSD Fields.
Tee Ball
This division is intended for players aged 5 to 6, with team assignments determined by age and the FallBall Athletic Director. It features a 25-foot pitching rubber and 50-foot base paths. Players will build and refine their fundamental skills while developing teamwork and a love for the game, preparing them for the transition to coach pitch. Most practices and games are expected to take place at Pete Ross Field and CKSD Fields.