General Season Information

J Softball is a recreational youth softball program open to children from all over Kansas City. Practices will begin in August and games will start August 29th and go through November 1st. Games will be played on weekends. Additional weekends/Fridays may be used depending on weather. T-Ball will take place Wednesday evenings. While all league games will take place at the Jewish Community Center in Overland Park, league provided practice fields will be at Overland Park City fields.  Individual teams may secure their own practice fields elsewhere. League provided practice fields are allocated through a process to be described at the pre-season coaches' meetings.

If we are not able to provide a J Division for an age group. The team will be submitted into Blue Valley Rec League. These teams will register here and be handled by The J. Equipment, uniforms, and a practice fields will be provided by us. Games will be played at Blue Valley, and the schedule will be handled through them. 

For more information or questions, you can contact Ben Heger at 913-399-3045 or [email protected].

Registration Process

Registration for the 2026 Fall Season opens March 21st. All players register individually. Those looking to join a specific team should use the coach request part of registration to indicate their desired team. Those without a specific coach may register as a "free agent" if they would like to be placed onto a team. Teammate requests are accepted.

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2026 Age Divisions, Registration Dates and Fees

DIVISIONS	AGES	FORMAT	March 21 - July 20 (T-Ball open until Aug. 4)	J Membership Discount
T-Ball	Current 4 & 5 Year Olds	T-Ball	$100	-$30
Coach Pitch	Current Kindergarteners	Machine Pitch	$100	-$20
Junior 1/2	Current 1st/2nd Graders	Machine Pitch	$100	-$20
Junior 3/4	Current 3rd/4th Graders	Machine Pitch	$110	-$20
Senior 3/4	Current 3rd/4th Graders	Player Pitch	$110	-$20
Senior 4/5	Current 4th/5th Graders	Player Pitch	$115	-$20
Senior 6-8	Current 6th, 7th, and 8th Graders	Player Pitch	$115	-$20

Uniforms from the Spring/Summer League should be worn. Those switching teams will be provided a matching uniform.  Those who did not play in the Spring/Summer League will pay a $25 uniform fee (this includes the hat and jersey).  The league provides each team with a practice field and equipment.  There is a $10 sibling discount.  There is a $3 administrative fee for each order.

Refund Policy:  Full refunds are available through July 20. No refunds are available July 20 and after.

League Facilities

All games are played at the Jewish Community Center located at 115th and Nall in Overland Park.  The baseball and softball complex is comprised of five lighted fields including three turf fields.  Restrooms and concessions are located on site.  In addition, J staff is present at all games, providing supervision and assistance with first aid matters. The league provides Overland Park City fields for those playing in our Fall League. 

Any team securing their own practice space will be reimbursed $50 by The J upon proof of receipt. For those looking to use The City of Prairie Village fields, information regarding their field/practice rentals can be found HERE.

Division Descriptions

Please note that we are offering a combined Junior 3rd/4th (Machine Pitch) and Senior 3rd/4th (Kids Pitch) grade division as well as a combined 4th/5th and 6th-8th grade division. Stronger 3rd grade teams are encouraged to consider playing in the Senior 3rd/4th grade division and stronger 4th grade teams are encouraged to consider playing in the Senior 4/5 division.

No metal cleats for any divisions, molded cleats or tennis shoes are mandatory.

Click HERE for a chart of division specific rules and format.

T-Ball (Current 4 & 5 year-olds)

A fun, 6-week skill-based class introducing young children to the basic skills involved with T-Ball/Baseball/Softball – throwing, catching, hitting, fielding and running the bases. This class is led by parent volunteers, with J staff there to assist with drills and supervise. All parents are expected to be on the field in assisting with their child. Teams should be created by head coaches, team codes can be given to those looking to join the team. Modified game playing – no scores are kept – is introduced as the program evolves during the season. Teams are capped at 10 players. Foam bats and balls are used.

This is strictly a clinic/game-based program, no practices are included through The J. Players will receive a t-shirt jersey and end-of-season medal. 

Wednesdays - 5:30-6:30 pm - Fields 3 and 4 at The J. 6 weeks starting on Sept. 3rd and going through Oct. 8th.

Coach Pitch (Kindergartners, 2026-2027 school year)

Teams have separate practice and game schedules.  Practice day(s), times and locations are determined by coaches based upon field availability provided by the league or a field acquired by the coach. Each team is scheduled to play 8 games – on weekends - with a 60-minute time limit per game. Games will most likely be played on the dirt. Coaches can submit blackout days/times before the schedule is determined.  No scores are kept during games and coaches are encouraged to focus on skill development. Although outs are enforced (players making an out do not remain on base), a half inning consists of all players from a given team batting through the order.

Junior 1/2 (1st/2nd Graders, 2026-2027 school year)

Teams have separate practice and game schedules.  Practice day(s), times and locations are determined by coaches based upon field availability provided by the league or a field acquired by the coach. Each team is scheduled to play 8 games – on weekends - with a 75-minute time limit per game. Games will most likely be played on the dirt. Coaches can submit blackout days/times before the schedule is determined. While skill development is still the focus, scores are kept during games, and a half inning consists of three outs or 6 runs whichever comes first. 

Junior 3/4 (3rd/4th Graders, 2026-2027 school year)

Teams have separate practice and game schedules.  Practice day(s), times and locations are determined by coaches based upon field availability provided by the league or a field acquired by the coach. Each team is scheduled to play 8 games – on weekends - with a 90-minute time limit per game. Games will most likely be played on the dirt. Coaches can submit blackout days/times before the schedule is determined. While skill development is still the focus, scores are kept during games, and a half inning consists of three outs or 6 runs whichever comes first. 

Senior 3/4 (3rd/4th Graders, 2026-2027 school year)

Teams have separate practice and game schedules.  Practice day(s), times and locations are determined by coaches based upon field availability provided by the league or a field acquired by the coach. Each team is scheduled to play 8 games – on weekends - with a 90-minute time limit per game. Games will most likely be played on the dirt. Coaches can submit blackout days/times before the schedule is determined. While skill development is still the focus, scores are kept during games, and a half inning consists of three outs or 6 runs whichever comes first. Runners may attempt to steal bases after the ball crosses the plate.

Less experienced kid pitch teams should consider playing in SR 3/4. While more experienced teams should play in SR 4/5 (see below).

Senior 4/5 (4th/5th Graders, 2026-2027 school year)

Teams have separate practice and game schedules.  Practice day(s), times and locations are determined by coaches based upon field availability provided by the league or a field acquired by the coach. Each team is scheduled to play 8 games – on weekends - with a 90-minute time limit per game. Games will most likely be played on the dirt. Coaches can submit blackout days/times before the schedule is determined. While skill development is still the focus, scores are kept during games, and a half inning consists of three outs or 6 runs whichever comes first. Runners may attempt to steal bases after the ball crosses the plate.

More experienced kid pitch teams should play in SR 4/5. While less experienced kid pitch teams should consider playing in SR 3/4 (see above).

Senior 6-8 (6th-8th Graders, 2026-2027 school year)

Teams have separate practice and game schedules.  Practice day(s), times and locations are determined by coaches based upon field availability provided by the league or a field acquired by the coach. Each team is scheduled to play 8 games – on weekends - with a 90-minute time limit per game. Games will most likely be played on the dirt. Coaches can submit blackout days/times before the schedule is determined. While skill development is still the focus, scores are kept during games, and a half inning consists of three outs or 6 runs whichever comes first. Runners may attempt to steal.

Fall Skills Clinics