How to apply for all stars?Complete registration for the All-Star program on our website.
When are applications due?Must be submitted by 4/23
How and when will teams be announced?Teams will be announced on May 2nd. Players will receive a surprise yard sign the morning after teams are selected and families will receive a welcome email from their coach (should they make a team), and team rosters will be posted on the website.
What are the qualities of an All Star?An All-Star is a player who exhibits exemplary qualities throughout the recreational softball season. She has a high skill level, outstanding ability and knows the game of softball for her age group. An All-Star is respectful of her coaches and teammates, sets the standard for good sportsmanship and leads by example. She understands the importance of accepting the role that the coach gives her while maintaining a positive attitude. All-Stars represent our league with pride and dignity.
Can any player become an all star?
Any player meeting eligibility requirements may apply to become an All-Star. USA softball holds strict eligibility requirements including, but not limited to the following (excerpts from 2025 USA Softball Yellow Book):
2.2.3 A team shall not have more than four (4) players who played with a travel team after January 1 of the current season. NOTE: This applies to All-Star Teams only and is limited to four (4) travel ball players per division within the league. This team shall be classified "B"
2.3.1 A player must play a minimum 75 percent of the current season’s league games. NOTE: A player may appeal the 75 percent minimum rule to their respective District Commissioner in cases of documented injury.
2.3.2 A player who played in a higher Age Classification during the current season is eligible to play in their proper Age Classification in Championship Play.
2.3.3 A player who played on a High School team or other recreation league team after March 31 of the current season is eligible to play if all other eligibility rules are met.
2.3.4 A player playing in more than one USA Softball recreation league must declare in writing by 31 March to both the League Player Agent and the All-Star Administrator in which league they wish to be eligible for All-Star selection. The league is required to provide a copy of the player’s declaration to their respective District Commissioner.
2.3.5 A player who participated on a team other than a team in their recreation league after March 31st of the current season is NOT eligible. For example, a player shall not participate on any non-USA Softball team, All-Star Team, or travel type team after March 31st.
Are there fees involved in playing all stars?
Each team's families financial responsibility will be for all tournament fees, field permits and uniforms. Fees will be determined prior to the announcements on May 2nd. Teams can seek out sponsors to cover fees.
Total costs approximately= $400-600
Are there all star uniforms?Yes!! Each team will receive all star uniforms. Uniform costs will be factored into calculating all star dues.
What kind of commitment is involved?Teams practice significantly more than regular season teams. There will be just a little over one week of practices before the first tournament. Coaches will be able to set their practice schedule for that first week and at their discretion and then once tournaments begin you can expect 2 - 4 practices per week. Once tournaments start, games could begin as early as Thursday evenings and extend to Sunday, depending on whether the team advances to semifinals and finals. Often you won't know the tournament weekend game schedule very far in advance, you will receive a list of all the tournaments for the season and a set weekly practice schedule days and times.
What are the tournaments like?Tournaments could be anywhere in San Diego County, with 1 travel tournament. If you are on a team who advances to the state championships, plan to attend and travel to Lancaster, California in late June or early July. Most tournaments have a three-game guarantee, meaning your team will play at least that number of games over the weekend, but possibly more. In a typical tournament with a three-game guarantee, your team will get the schedule a few days prior for two "pool" games on Saturday. Your team's record in these games will determine the seeding and schedule for bracket play on Sunday. If your team loses its first bracket game, it would be eliminated. But if your team keeps winning on Sunday, you could keep playing all day.
Is there guaranteed playing time during All-Stars?Due to the competitive nature of All-Stars, there is no guaranteed playing time. Managers and coaches will be allowed to decide how games are played according to player behavior/attitude, participation in practice, competency/performance, and level of competition. In addition, there may be times during Bracket play (Elimination play) when a limited number of players will field/bat during a game, according to tournament rules and restrictions.