Pacific Youth Association

Pacific Youth Softball (7U–14U)

Pacific Youth Association is a proud member of the St. Louis West Athletic Association (STLWEST). Youth Softball divisions are 7U, 8U, 10U, 12U, 14U. (Ages 4U–6U are part of our Training League with separate rules.)

Age Divisions

7U, 8U, 10U, 12U, 14U

Season

Spring 2026

League Games

12 games (6 home / 6 away)

Competition Levels

Gold (AAA), Blue (AA), Red (A), White (Rec)

Team or Individual

You may sign up as a full team or as an individual/free agent.

Team Discount

If you have 11 or more players, you will save money by registering as a team.

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Locations & Travel

Depending on your team’s ranking level, teams are typically scheduled 6 home games in Pacific and 6 away games.
If you play another Pacific team, you may have additional games played in Pacific.
PYA teams compete with STLWEST parks including Eureka, Baldwin, Ellisville, Pond, and Valley Park.

Competition Levels (Self-Ranking)

STLWEST provides multiple levels of competition. Teams should rank themselves before the season based on their current roster and experience level.

Gold – AAA (if offered for the age division)
Blue – AA
Red – A
White – Recreational

Fair Play

It’s important to rank honestly from season to season. Park coordinators and the STLWEST commissioner may vet divisions to help ensure competitive balance.

Scheduling Notes

Teams are typically scheduled 12 league games (6 home / 6 away).
Gold level teams are typically scheduled 10 games.
Gold and Blue teams may be scheduled primarily Monday–Thursday to support weekend tournament play.

Uniforms

Teams are responsible for providing their own uniforms.
Need a suggestion? Many local teams use Rockwood Litho for jerseys and spirit wear.

Roster Numbers

Roster minimums and maximums vary by division and follow STLWEST rules. If you have questions for your specific age level, we’ll help you confirm the correct roster range.

Rules, Safety & Expectations

Pacific Youth Softball follows STLWEST rules for gameplay, safety, and sportsmanship expectations. For a full breakdown (including safety topics), please review our rules pages:

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Age Groups – Spring 2026 (Softball)

Use the date ranges below to confirm the correct age division.

Softball Division	From	To
7U	9/1/2017	8/31/2018
8U	9/1/2016	8/31/2017
10U	9/1/2014	8/31/2016
12U	9/1/2012	8/31/2014
14U	9/1/2010	8/31/2012

August Birthday Placement Requests

If your player has an August birthday and you would like them to stay with their school-aged peers, please submit a placement request using the form below.

Submit Age Placement Request

Age Verification & August Birthday Placement

To ensure accurate age placement for all players, PYA requires one-time age verification for youth softball participants. Families may upload one of the following:

• Birth certificate
• State-issued ID
• Passport

Once a player’s age is verified, this documentation will not need to be submitted again for future seasons.

Why are softball age cutoffs different than baseball?

Softball uses a September 1 cutoff and is often aligned to school-year peers. This is why softball age groupings can look different than baseball.

Quick FAQ

My child has an August birthday. Can they stay with their school peers?

Yes. If your player has an August birthday and you would like them to stay with their school-aged peers, please submit the placement request form above.

Why do softball divisions skip numbers (7U, 8U, 10U, 12U, 14U)?

Softball divisions are commonly grouped as 10U (9U+10U), 12U (11U+12U), and 14U (13U+14U), which is why you won’t see separate 9U/11U/13U divisions on the league side.

Do tournaments follow the same age rules?

League play follows STLWEST softball divisions and age cutoffs. Tournaments may use their own rules, so always check the tournament listing to confirm eligibility.

If a player’s situation is unusual (held back / moved up / paperwork questions), contact PYA and we’ll help you confirm the correct placement.

Helpful Reminder

Youth Softball is structured differently than Training League. If you’re unsure whether you should register as a team or an individual, choose the option that best fits your situation — we can help sort it out.