Summer 2020 Phase 2 Protocols
Families – We have instituted new health and safety protocols in preparation for the upcoming summer 2020 season. We developed these protocols based on guidance from the CDC, USA Softball, Melrose city policies, and a registered nurse at a renowned Boston hospital.
Three Cheers for Summer Softball!
Our summer season will begin after the Fourth of July and play through late August.
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The health and safety of our players is our first priority. And, MYS will strictly enforce health & safety guidelines
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MYS will have in-town leagues & teams for 8U, 10U, and 12U
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The 14U team will be in the Middle-Essex travel league
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The official schedule is TBD
Related: MYS Health and Wellness Guidelines.
Leagues by Age
Per USA Softball rules, MYS leagues are based on age. The age qualification is based on the player’s age on January 1, 2020. For example, a player who is 10 on January 1, 2020 will play in the 10U league even if she turns 11 later in the 2020 calendar year.
Age ranges by league:
- 15U: born between 1/1/04 - 12/31/06
- 12U: born between 1/1/07 - 12/31/08
- 10U: born between 1/1/09 - 12/31/10
- 8U: born between 1/1/11 - 12/31/13
- T-ball: born between 1/1/14 - 12/31/15
Spring Softball Season Canceled
Families,
It is with great disappointment that we are officially canceling the spring Melrose Youth Softball season due to COVID-19 concerns. The health and safety of our community is paramount, and we greatly appreciate everyone’s efforts to help mitigate the pandemic.
Please note that we are providing a 100% refund for the spring season. Please contact us at registrar@melroseyouthsoftball.com with questions regarding refunds.
Click here for 2020 skills clinic action shots. Special thanks to the HS softball team volunteers!
Melrose Youth Softball
Melrose Youth Softball (MYS) is dedicated to teaching softball while emphasizing teamwork, sportsmanship, and self-respect. We support the Melrose, Mass. community by providing:
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Leagues for ages from pre-kindergarten (t-ball) through high school (16U)
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Teams for spring, summer, and fall
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Skills clinics for multiple age groups
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Opportunities for girls and adults to coach, umpire, and support player development
MYS emphasizes sportsmanship and respect for teammates, opponents, umpires and coaches. The league, coaches and other volunteers work together to advance players’ skills and to foster good sportsmanship from all involved.
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Melrose Youth Softball (Melrose, Mass.)
