The City of Tallahassee

Spring Sports

Once spring has sprung in Tallahassee, it's time to brush off the dust and hit the diamond! And going right along with Softball and Baseball, we even throw in Adult Flag Football so people can run around even more in the warming air. Of course, spring weather is also perfect for Golf and Tennis.

Youth Softball

2026 Recreational Youth Softball Program

The City of Tallahassee Parks and Recreation Youth Softball Program is for ages 6-13. A coed t-ball program is offered for players 4-6 years of age. All games may not be played at registration sites. Game sites will not be determined until all teams are finalized. In the event there are not enough teams at a park to form a league, parks may be combined with others to form a league. In most cases, practices will be held at the same location you register, unless otherwise directed. Volunteer coaches are needed for the program. The registration fee of the child on the team coached by a parent will be waived. If interested in coaching, please contact the program supervisor.

Registration Dates & Fees
- Registration runs November 1, 2025 through January 31, 2026
Season Dates
- Practices will start February 24, 2026
- Games will start March 24, 2026 and run through May 16, 2026
Age Groups

Age Determining Date December 31, 2025 (the player's age on this date is their league age)
Rookie (6-8) - Coach Pitch
Minor (8-10) - Player Pitch
Major (11-13) - Player Pitch
Participating in the Major Fast Pitch league will require girls to participate in a skills evaluation

Equipment Needed

Glove and Cleats/Tennis Shoes
Provided by the City:
- Shirt (player keeps)
- Visor (player keeps)
- Bats, balls and batting helmets for team use

Sites
- Buck Lake Elementary, Four Oaks, Jack McLean, Levy, Meridian, and Winthrop Parks
How to Register

Register Online
By Phone - Call the Program Supervisor (number below) or the Parks and Recreation office at 850-891-3866

Program Supervisor

For additional information or questions, please contact Akita Heatly or call 850-891-3837.

Tallahassee Fast Pitch Softball Association (TFPSA)

TFPSA offers Advance Play Leagues for players ages 8–14 years of age and a Recreation League for players 14-18 years of age. TFPSA leagues are sanctioned by Babe Ruth Softball. Practices and games will take place at Tom Brown Park.

The Advanced Play Leagues (APL) consist of the Lead Off League for ages 8-10, the APL 11-12 League, and the APL 13-14 League. These are tryout leagues with a limited number of players who are selected. The Lead Off League will consist of 48 players, while the APL 11-12 and APL 13-14 Leagues will each consist of 36 players. All players who would like to try out for these leagues must be the age of that league, reside in Leon County and attend the mandatory evaluation to be eligible for selection. All players ages 8-13, who do not make the cut are encouraged to register for the City's Parks and Recreation Minor or Major League. All 14 year old players are encouraged to register for the TFPSA High School Recreational League.

The High School Recreation League is for players who are 14-18 years old. All players who register before the deadline will be assigned to a team.

Age Groups

Age Determining Date December 31, 2024 (the player's age on this date is their league age)
Lead Off League (8-10)
APL 11-12 League (11-12)
APL 13-14 League (13-14)
High School League (14-18)

Registration Dates & Fees
- Lead Off League - Now through January 9, 2025
- APL 11-12 League - Now through January 9, 2025
- APL 13-14 League - Now through January 9, 2025
- High School League - Now through February 27, 2025
- Fee - $100
  - Birth Certificate must be provided to the league
Evaluations

Lead Off League – Saturday, 1/11/25; Check in at 1:00pm, Tryouts begin at 1:30pm
APL 11-12 League – Sunday 1/12/25; Check in at 1:00pm, Tryouts begin at 1:30pm
APL 13-14 League – Sunday 1/12/25; Check in at 1:00pm, Tryouts begin at 1:30pm
High School League - March, 2025

Season Dates
- APL 11-12 League - Practice: January - February; Games: February - April
- APL 13-14 League - Practice: January - February; Games: February - April
- Lead Off League - Practice: February - March; Games: March - May
- High School League - Practice: March - April; Games: April - May
Equipment Needed for Evaluations

Glove
Bat and Batting Helmet (if you have one)
Catcher's Gear (if trying out as a catcher and if you have it)

Site
- Tom Brown Park TFPSA Field (across the street from tennis courts)
How to Register

Additional Forms and Information

Youth Softball Coaches Manual

Program Supervisor

For additional information or questions, please contact Cindy Mead or call 850-891-3875.

Youth Baseball

2026 Recreational Youth Baseball Program

The City of Tallahassee Parks and Recreation Youth Baseball Program is for ages 4-10. All games may not be played at registration sites. Game sites will not be determined until all teams are finalized. In the event there are not enough teams at a park to form a league, parks may be combined with others to form a league. In most cases, practices will be held at the same location you register, unless otherwise directed.

Registration Dates & Fees
- Registration runs November 1, 2025 through January 31, 2026
Season Dates
Age Groups

Age Determining Date: April 30, 2026 (the player's age on this date is their league age)
T-Ball (4-6) - Tee
Atom (6-8) - Coach Pitch
Cub (8-10) - Player Pitch

Equipment Needed

Glove and Cleats/Tennis Shoes
Provided by the City:
- Shirt (player keeps)
- Hat (player keeps)
- Bats, balls and batting helmets for team use

Sites
- Buck Lake, Roberts and Springwood Elementary Schools; Deerlake Middle School; Four Oaks, Lee, Levy, Jack McLean, Meridian, Walker-Ford and Winthrop Parks
How to Register

Register Online
By Phone - Call the Program Supervisor (number below) or the Parks and Recreation office at 850-891-3866

Program Supervisor

For additional information or questions, please contact Toni McDonald or call 850-891-3835.

Upper League Baseball

Advanced Play Leagues are tryout leagues with a limited number of players who are selected. Players must reside in Leon County and attend the evaluation to be eligible for selection. These leagues are sanctioned by Cal Ripken.

The Little, Junior and Senior Major Leagues are recreational and open to all players who register before the deadline. All players who register will be assigned to a team. Players must register at their zoned park to be eligible for All-Star consideration. These leagues are sanctioned by Dizzy Dean.