There are 6 teams selected with 12 players per team (60 players in total in this division). Games are only played against other Hillcrest teams. Each child participates in the batting order and fielding positions (9 fielders). Players pitch. This is a competitive division.  There are standings recorded and end of season playoffs. Trophies are awarded to only the first place team. Tryouts are used for purposes of determining evenly matched teams (no guarantee this will be the ultimate result). There is no guarantee you will have the same coach each year. If you are eligible for this division you MUST register timely AND pay your registration in full to be placed on a team. Schedules cannot be set until coaches are selected, teams are formed and field permits secured but generally there is 1 weekday game (generally Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday) and 1 weekend game (generally Sunday) for this age group. Begin/End Dates:    1.  January to mid-March: Registration    2.  Mid-Late March:  Coaches determined and Teams selected    3.  Early-Mid April: Practices begin (weather dependent)    4.  Late April to Mid June:  Games