BPAA Fastpitch is a sub-committee of the Brooklyn Park Athletic Association, a non-profit organization comprised of all volunteers. The purpose of BPAA is to benefit the physical, mental, moral, and character development of its members and of the youth in our community by providing major sports programs and activities for boys and girls, regardless of ability or financial status.

Welcome to the 2023 Fall Fastpitch season! The Brooklyn Park Athletic Association is excited to welcome girls of all ages into the program, no matter their experience with the fastpitch game or softball in general. The fall league is a great way to introduce your young players to a fun, competitive game of fastpitch softball. At five weeks long, it’s a smaller commitment than the full summer program. 

The Fall Fastpitch League provides an opportunity for players to learn about the game and gain experience playing fast pitch. Practices will start in early August after teams are established.  Games (double headers 12pm and 1:30pm or 3pm and 4:30pm) will be held on Saturday or Sunday afternoons.  8U and 10U will play Saturdays, while 12U and above will play Sundays. 

August 19th and 20th

August 26th and 27th

Sept 9th and 10th

Sept 16th and 17th 

State will be held: Sept 23rd and 24th
 

At the 8U and 10U levels, we will offer an introductory environment for those who are new to fastpitch or new to softball altogether. Players will learn the fundamentals of the fastpitch game and how to succeed in a fun, fastpitch environment. Throughout the age groups, we will build teams that are competitive for returning fastpitch players. It is our goal to NOT turn anyone away. 

Cost:

8U         $65                       

10U and above   $85 

Includes a T-shirt 

Fees not included: State Gate fee which is $100 per team which is split between players on the team. 

Age Divisions: For 2024 Minnesota Softball has revised age eligibility for all divisions.

A player’s age as of August 31 determines the age in which the player is eligible to play the following year. i.

8-Under Age Classification. A player whose 9th birthday is prior to September 1, 2023, is INELIGIBLE. ii.

10-Under Age Classification. A player whose 11th birthday is prior to September 1, 2023, is INELIGIBLE. iii.

12-Under Age Classification. A player whose 13th birthday is prior to September 1, 2023, is INELIGIBLE. iv.

14-Under Age Classification. A player whose 15th birthday is prior to September 1, 2023, is INELIGIBLE. v.

16-Under Age Classification. A player whose 17th birthday is prior to September 1, 2023, is INELIGIBLE. vi.

18-Under Age Classification. A player whose 19th birthday is prior to September 1, 2023, is INELIGIBLE.

Age Calculator | Minnesota Softball (mnsoftball.com)

For youth fastpitch and slow pitch, the following applies.

• 5U and 6U are eligible to play 6-Under.
• 7U and 8U are eligible to play 8-Under.
• 9U and 10U are eligible to play 10-Under.
• 11U and 12U are eligible to play 12-Under.
• 13U and 14U are eligible to play 14-Under.
• 15U and 16U are eligible to play 16-Under.
• 17U and 18U are eligible to play 18-Under.

For example, a 10U player who will move up and play 12U the next summer will play 12U fall ball.

A player’s age, as of September 1, 2023, determines the age at which the player is eligible to play the following year.  2023 Fall Ball is part of the 2024 season. 

Do not bother asking if your overaged player can play down in an age group. Players are able to play up but Big West does not allow playing down. 

Registration begins on July 19th and registration is due by August 4th (Registrations received after Aug 4tht may be accepted, based on openings.) We expect to have the teams formed by the first week in August. The registration fee  includes a Fall Fastpitch jersey. Pants, socks and belts should be provided for by the player and should be black.
 

SCHOLARSHIPS:  BPAA does offer a limited amount of financial assistance to families residing in Brooklyn Park or Brooklyn Center and can demonstrate the need. To apply, you must provide a picture ID and most recent 1040 tax form to the Brooklyn Park Community & Activity Center (CAC) Rec & Park Office, 5600 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park.

Once the scholarship is approved, the Rec & Park Office will notify us and you will receive an email from BPAA Fastpitch that includes a discount code to use to complete your registration online.  Please allow up to 72 hours to receive your discount code via email.

DO NOT REGISTER ONLINE WITHOUT YOUR CODE OR YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE THE DISCOUNTED RATE AND IT WILL NOT BE CREDITED AFTER THE FACT. If you do plan to apply for scholarship, please come back to this online registration before July 31st, but after you've received your code.

Late and Cancellation Fees: 

 • If you would like to cancel, after being chosen for a team, you will need to get pre-approval from the Board. Please email Brimil21@comcast.net to request cancelation. You will be assessed a $20 cancellation fee. 

 • Late registrations must get approval from the Board. Please email brimil21@comcast.net to request late registration.


 If you have additional questions, please visit the fast pitch website at 
Fastpitch League (bpaasports.org)