I sleep with my bat and polish it every day...can I use it in your league?
Sure. You're welcome to bring and use your own bat assuming it is not excessively out of whack with what would be considered a "normal league bat." In other words, if your bat isn't 2 feet wide, 7 feet long, and made of a cheese and bamboo combination, it's probably ok to use. USL uses the ASA list of banned bats including triple-walled and the infamous Miken II. USL umps have the final say on all equipment related inquiries.

How do co-ed/gender rules play into a USL softball game?
USL has specific rules with regards to batting line-ups and field positioning for gender players. In addition, USL strictly enforces "gender encroachment" - meaning if a male player obviously comes in to make a defensive play that was to be made by a female player the out/play will not count with the batter being awarded an extra base.
Other general rules like courtesy runners, catch-and-carry, and one courtesy foul ball before striking out apply. All USL batters start at a 0-0 count. Specific rules are provided upon registering a team.

What do I need to bring with me?
USL provides all of the various assorted items you would need for a softball game including:

Equipment - Softballs, catchers mask, etc.
Fields - We reserve your times and provide sporty orange cones.
Supervision - Amusing and charming umpires will join you at every game to call balls and strikes. A second ump may be added for playoff games.

The only thing you need to bring are cleats/shoes (no metal spikes!!), bats, a team helmet(s) if you prefer to use one while batting, and a glove. Some teams also like to make their own shirts/jerseys, which is fine.

Ok, I'm signing up. What if I need to change my roster?
Roster changes are allowed up until the 3rd week of any USL season. Softball rosters should never be larger that 15 people. After the third week you can only modify your roster by applying for a special exemption due to injury or other weird/unfortunate occurrence. During registration, you will set up a log-in to the Captain's Lounge - a team admin panel that let's you update your roster, as well as do other cool stuff like emailing your teammates, tracking who owes you money, and signing up for future seasons.

Cool, I'm signed up. What about practices?
Some teams practice several times a week. Some don't practice at all. Unfortunately, USL does not provide practice time during the regular season on our fields. Your are welcome to show up early and practice/warm-up on the side, or practice on your own.

If you have additional questions, don't hesitate to email us!