DEEP RUN SOFTBALL


Deep Run offers ‘Lady Lightning’ Softball for players ages 3 to 18. We offer players three levels of play: Intramural and Travel (as well as a Challenger Division in conjunction with Baseball) Close to 300 young athletes participate in our softball programs. The program focuses on skills development and fun for all players. Our mission is continuous improvement in player development, fields, coaching, tournaments, and forming a softball community. 

OUR PROGRAMS

Intramural

Deep Run offers ‘Lady Lightning’ Softball for players ages 3 to 18. We play competitive softball in a family atmosphere and offer both Spring and Fall Seasons.

Travel

Dedicated to supporting the athletic and character growth of young ladies from the surrounding communities with successful fast pitch softball teams.

Challenger

The Little League Challenger Division is Little League's adaptive coed baseball program for individuals with physical and/or intellectual challenges.

 

REGISTRATION

 

intramural
spring: 12/2/23 - 2/12/24
Late: 2/13 - 2/29

Fall: 6/24/24 - 8/2/24
Late: 8/3/24 - 8/18/24

travel Tryouts

July 19th & 20th
July 26th
Aug 2nd

Register here by july 12th
https://forms.gle/JWFVG6JAQ5T6XKhFA

Intramural
registration
*OPEN*
   Travel
Registration
*Closed*

HOW IT WORKS

1

Step One

Pay your annual membership fee to DRVSA which helps maintain the complex.

2

Step Two

Register your child for their respective division.
(Age as of Jan 1st)

3

Step Three

Grab your gear and wait to hear from your coach at the start of the season.

Soccer match for youth
Youth Soccer Kicking Ball
Huddling in a youth soccer match

FAQ

What does the Schedule look like?

Your child's practice schedule can vary based on their coach. Typically, expect one practice per week and a game during the week and/or on the weekend for Intramural Softball.

The Spring season plays games on Saturday and runs from April through early June.

The Fall season plays games on Sunday after 11AM starting in September.

What Equipment will be Needed?

6U - Needed: Fielding glove & softball cleats (not metal spikes). Suggested: Helmet & Bat

8U - Needed: Fielding glove & softball cleats (no metal spikes). Suggested: Helmet, Bat, Fielding Mask

10U/12U/15U - Needed: Fielding Glove, Softball Cleats (no metal spikes), Fielding Mask. Strongly Suggested: Helmet, Bat

Suggested items can also be borrowed. Please notify your coach in advance.

When do we Register?

Spring: December 2, 2023 - February 12, 2024
Late Registration: Feb 13- 29, 2024
Fall: Registration : 6/24/24 - 8/2/24
Late: 8/3/24 - 8/18/24


Registration is based on your child's age as of January 1st.

Opening Day Parade

Opening Day is a fun parade for our baseball, softball and quick ball players through the complex to celebrate together the start of our Spring season.



 If you have time to volunteer, please reach out and let us know.

Summer Sandlot Softball Games - FREE

During July and August, players of all ages head over to Deep Run for a FUN pick-up game of softball. Players ages (8-15) meet on Mondays at Softball Field 5. Coaches will divide players by age and assign to different fields. 

Register Here!

Looking for Apparel?

Keep an eye out around the start of each season as we open our club store.

FACILITIES

Located off of Callowhill Road in Hilltown Township, Deep Run Valley Sports Association has 5 baseball and 5 softball fields for all age groups and divisions.  Parking lots are located next to each of these fields.  Several handicapped parking spots are reserved next to the Majors and AAA fields. Traffic is one way throughout the complex. Enter off Callowhill and exit onto Hilltown Pike.

Located between the Connie Mack and Majors fields, we have a staffed concession stand selling an assortment of food, snacks, and beverage items.  Bathrooms are located throughout the complex and are regularly cleaned. 


Gear Swap/Sell

Facebook Event

Join our Facebook Gear Swap/Sell event to sell or purchase used softball equipment. 

Choose 'Interested/Going'

You can refer back to the event discussion tab, or choose 'Interested/Going' so each time someone posts an item, you will see it in your feed.

How to Post Your Items

In the event, under the image and name you will see a 'Discussion' tab. Click that. A box will appear that says 'Add Post'. Include images, price and pick up details. 

SOFTBALL BOARD

Intramural Comm.

Jenn Robinson
Natalie Bartosiewicz

drvsaladylightningcommish@drvsa.org

Player Agent

Brent Alles

softballtravelcommish@drvsa.org

Equipment Mgr.

Nick Gontkowsky

Travel Comm.

Brent Alles

softballtravelcommish@drvsa.org

Treasurer/Fundraising

Amanda Meindl

Ameindl20@yahoo.com

Social Media Mgr.

Colleen Kidd

Fields

Ryan Krout

bluemtskier@yahoo.com

Secretary

Karen Schaffer


Website Mgr.

Kim Bartells


WANT TO GET INVOLVED?

We are always looking for extra help within the organization. Email us!

drvsaladylightningcommish@drvsa.org

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