Pitchers in D3 may NOW pitch 3 innings in a game - MAXIMUM.  

Pitching limitation ONLY in RECREATION D3 & ALL 8U DIVISIONS

CALLING ALL SOFTBALL PROGRAMS, COACHES, & ADMINISTRATORS!

Now in our 12th season of play, The Greater Hudson Valley Softball League is growing each year.... 2025 was our largest season in league history with over 300 teams participating! We are gearing up for a great 2026!

Augment your tournament or recreation schedule, play 3 or 33 games – you will need to play 4 games to participate in the playoffs.  Weekday, weeknight, or weekends – single or doubleheaders…. Coaches connect and set the schedule that works best for your families.... 

3 LEVELS OF PLAY - D1 (Top Travel Teams), D2 (Travel Teams), D3 (Recreation Teams w/ Pitching Limitations) - Division Structure Detail

IMPORTANT - NEW AGE REQUIREMENTS FOR USSSA (& USA SOFTBALL)

USSSA is transitioning to a September 1 cutoff date for the 2026 season and beyond, according to USSSA. This means for the 2026 season, a player's age on September 1, 2025, will determine their eligible division. 

Age Calculator - https://www.usssa.com/fastpitch/ageCalculator

AGE REQUIREMENTS FOR SPRING 2026 & SUMMER 2026

8U - Player must be born AFTER 8/31/2016 - 30ft Pitch Distance (Kid/Coach Pitch) - 11" Softball

10U - Player Born AFTER 8/31/2014 - 35ft Pitch Distance - 11" Softball

12U - Player Born AFTER 8/31/2012 - 40ft Pitch Distance - 12" Softball

14U - Player Born AFTER 8/31/2010 - 43ft Pitch Distance - 12" Softball

16U and/or HS - Player Born AFTER 8/31/2008 or HS Graduating Classes of '25 to '29 - 43ft Pitch Distance - 12" Softball

Email the league office - ghvsoftball@gmail.com - if your program runs travel through the end of Fall and this change creates major challenges...

We expect to host multiple levels of play in 8u, 10u, 12u, 14u, & HS. The GHVSL is ALWAYS focused on development, education, & sportsmanship of coaches, players, and umpires in Dutchess, Putnam, Westchester, Fairfield, Orange, and surrounding areas….

We know you have a choice in your league partner & know we will do our very best to create a safe and fun environment for your kids in Softball.

Never hesitate to reach out with any questions - ghvsoftball@gmail.com - 914-486-9288