What is the Tri-County Fastpitch League?  This softball league is coordinated by MN Softball and is the primary league CSCR softball participates in.  Travel could include Baldwin, River Falls, Farmington, Chisago Lakes, and more (typically within a 60-mile radius).    

What is the Recreational softball league?  This softball league is coordinated by Glenwood City and is best for C level competition.  Travel could include Glenwood City, Spring Valley, Elmwood-Plum City, Durand, and more.  Consideration will be given to entering teams only if there are enough players AND coaches. 

Do I select the league I want my player to participate in during registration?  No. Players will be placed on teams based on Spring assessments. 

Are players from other communities allowed to participate on CSCR softball teams?  CSCR softball is open for St. Croix Central students only. We can only accept a player from another community if their town does not offer a team at their level or if they were cut from a team in their home community.  Fall Softball is the exception and considered "open"; meaning that players from any community may play for CSCR, regardless of what their home community offers.

Are there weekend commitments for either league? Yes.  The CSCR program pays for two tournaments per team, selected at the coach's discretion.  Additionally, the Tri-County League fees include a State Qualifier tournament as well as a State Tournament (for qualifying teams). 

Will a player be allowed to “play up” to the next U-level?  In other words, if a 10-year-old player would like to play on a 12U team (vs the 10U team), will this be allowed?  NO. CSCR follows USA Softball age rules. Players will be placed on U-level teams that align with their USA Softball age. 

NOTE - 8U travel softball is for age-qualifying 3rd graders only.  1st and 2nd graders will participate in the In-House CSCR Machine Pitch Softball program.

Are players cut from the program? No, every player will be placed on a team. 

Are there off-season training opportunities? Yes! CSCR holds Sunday Skills Sessions every Sunday in January through April.  Watch our social media for specific times and locations.  

How are the coaches selected for each team?  All of the CSCR Softball coaches are parent volunteers who indicate their interest in coaching during the registration process. 

When does registration open?  Softball Registration is held January/February. This early registration allows everyone to be prepared for the upcoming season, including roster and coach selections, scheduling, field assignments, jersey and equipment ordering, etc. 

How is my registration fee spent?  Central St. Croix Rec strives to keep all registration fees at a minimum and as affordable as possible. Our fees are very favorable in comparison to other local communities and include, but are not limited to, the following items:

• League fees 
• Tournament fees
• Umpire fees 
• Jerseys
• Coach shirts
• Spare team equipment and practice gear
• Game balls
• Coach background checks and ACE certification
• Chalk

When does spring softball season start/end?  Generally, practice for teams begins in April with games starting in May or June. Spring/Summer softball ends by mid-July, depending on how holidays fall.  

2024 SEASON AGE CHART

**USA Softball has updated the player age chart effective for the 2024 playing season**