Information About Thunder Fastpitch
Our mission is to provide the opportunity for girls to play softball at recreational and competitive levels. Teams exist for girls ages 4-18! We serve girls in the Grand Rapids MN and Itasca County area.
AGES
USA SOFTBALL AGE CALCULATOR
6U - Born between Sept 2018 and Aug 2021
8U - Born between Sept 2016 and Aug 2018
10U - Born between Sept 2014 and Aug 2016
12U - Born between Sept 2012 and Aug 2014
14U - Born between Sept 2010 and Aug 2012
16/18U - Born between Sept 2006 and Aug 2010
WHEN
6U - The season will be 4 weeks in June.
8U through 16/18U - The season typically runs from the first week in June through mid July.
WHERE
A majority of teams will practice and play games at the Sports Complex, although we do use Portage Park for practices and games as well.
Your coach will let you know where your player's practices and games will be held.
PRACTICES
Most teams will practice 2 times per week. Please watch your Crossbar team schedule for your player's practice days and times.
GAMES
The coach for your player's team will communicate what days, times, and locations games will be held.
JERSEYS
Jerseys (tops) are provided at each level.
Players will need to purchase their own black pants and black socks.
EXTRA COSTS
DIBS - All players will be charged a $25 DIBS fee at registration.After completing a volunteer session, you will receive your DIBS payment back.
Helmets - Ages 10U and up will purchase their own helmets. Be sure to label with your name.
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