Lakewood Recreation Girls Slow Pitch Softball - It's Back!

[Leslie Krogman]

Just like back in the day when most of the leagues were sponsored by George J. Usher, Insurance (for those of you who remember like myself) and for the first time since 2006, the Lakewood Recreation Department is offering Slow Pitch Summer Softball for girls. The games will be played twice a week on Mondays thru Thursdays and/or Saturdays at the Harding Softball field.

"The Lakewood Girls Slow Pitch Softball Program will offer a wonderful opportunity for girls of all ability levels and household income levels to come together and learn a great sport. Girls will build leadership skills, team skills, and foster friendships and memories that will last them [for] years to come" said Mia (Cash) Yost, a former Lakewood Recreation slow pitch participant and Hayes parent to 3 girls.

Laura Germaine, President of the Lakewood Recreation Department’s Youth Athletic Commission, was also very enthusiastic about the resurgence. “I am so happy that our Recreation Department has put together a good old fashioned “rec” softball league! So many people have shared with me their memories of playing in fun, relaxed summer leagues. I am glad we are going to be able to provide this for our girls. It will be a perfect way to hang out and create some fun summer memories!”
The leagues are divided into the following divisions: 9/10 year olds, 11/12 year olds, 13/14 year old and high school. Ages are determined as of May 1st and for the high school division is for participants who will be attending high school in the fall (freshman – senior). Participants are able to submit requests at the time of registration.

Registration is open for all youth softball and baseball leagues, but will close on March 31st. All participants need a copy of their birth certificate and valid physical at the time of registration.

We are looking for any girl in Lakewood, and non-residents too, to come play slow pitch softball!

For more information please contact our office at 216.529.4081 or visit our website at http://www.lakewoodrecreation.com.