Frequently Asked Questions…..

SPRING session starts around the beginning of April. This exact date is determined by the Allie-Kiski Softball League. Practices and game play will start after league scheduling. Prior to this date when teams are determined, the head coach will reach out to all parents for introductions and team communication regarding the upcoming season and expectations.

As part of the Spring registration fee, families receive five (5) $10 Spring Raffle tickets. Parents may choose to sell these tickets to friends and family to offset the cost, or keep them for personal use. The raffle drawing takes place on Father’s Day, with prizes typically valued at approximately $500. Prize details are provided to the league via email prior to the start of the Spring season.

Each softball season, every family is required to volunteer for at least one evening operating game concessions (one shift per family, regardless of the number of players). Concessions generate essential funds that help keep the league operating successfully. Multiple dates and locations are available to accommodate family schedules.

To ensure participation, families are required to submit a $75 volunteer commitment check to the league. Once the concession duty is completed, the check will be returned or securely destroyed. All players must submit this check prior to participating in any team activities in order to be eligible to play in the upcoming session. Checks should be made payable to “Butler Fastpitch”.  Mail the check as soon as possible to Butler Fastpitch Association, PO Box 335, Butler, PA 16003. Any player who has not met this obligation by the end of the season, the check will be cashed and the deposit becomes the property of Butler Fastpitch.

Game uniforms are a requirement for all players for the season. Costs associated with jerseys are part of the registration fees for first time registrants or when choosing “New Jersey needed” A Jersey will be supplied with this extra fee and includes a pair of socks. Shirt size and number choices are imputed at this time. Black softball pants are purchased through any retailer of your choice.

Practice and game schedules vary by coach and by the availability of other league teams (e.g., Armstrong, Saxonburg, Burrell, Karns City). Practices and games are typically not scheduled on Sundays.

In recent seasons, practices began around April 1 and continued throughout the season, with games starting near Easter and concluding in late June. Games may be scheduled on any weekday, with dates varying week to week based on coach and field availability. In the event of weather disruptions, teams may play additional games, including occasional Saturdays. Coaches will communicate schedules in advance. Typically field locations follow the following age groups.

• 8U Butler Memorial Park ONLY

• 10U Primarily Oak Fields, but can flex to any field.

• 12U Primarily Connoquenessing Field but can flex to any field.

• 15U Primarily Butler High School Field 1.

Fees for the Spring 2026 recreational session cover umpire fees, insurance, team equipment, field use and website maintenance.

All coaches and volunteers MUST submit clearances to the league. No parent or adult can be on the field or in dugout without these verified documents on file with the League. See “Forms and Clearances” tab for more info.