Slo-Pitch

There are only two seasons in Edmonton: Winter and Slo-Pitch.

Be a part of Edmonton's largest Slo-Pitch (a.k.a. Softball) League. With 450+ co-ed Slo-Pitch teams per year, the ESSC offers many different skill levels and formats, and more weekly offerings than any other league. We also invest in our very own Field Maintenance Program! Don't miss your chance to get outdoors, hit a few dingers, and meet new people in a fun-first, recreational atmosphere.

After your game, meet up with your teammates and other players to enjoy exclusive food and drink specials at one of the ESSC's many Sponsor Bars around Edmonton.

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Dates: June 12th, 2024

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League Details

League Length

Spring: Choose between an 8-week or 16-week season
Summer: 8-weeks
Fall: 5-weeks

All teams play once a week on the day they select when registering.

Typical Game Times

Evening Leagues (Spring and Summer): 6pm to 8pm
Evening Leagues (Fall): 6pm to 9pm
Afternoon Leagues: 12pm to 5pm
RE/MAX Leagues: 6:30pm to 11:30pm

All ESSC Slo-Pitch Leagues are self-officiated. Games are 7 innings in length or 90 minutes, whichever comes first!

Traditional - Co-ed

Games are played with 10 players on the field, including a minimum of 3 female players.

Traditional - Co-ed - Premium

Games are played on diamonds that are fenced and maintained daily. Bases are already at these diamonds and teams will have proper dugouts to store equipment during play.

Traditional - Masters

Are you 40+? Our Masters format is built for people 40 years of age or older! Games are played with 10 players on the field, including a minimum of 3 female players.

Traditional - Corporate

Grab your co-pals and enhance your camaraderie through sport, because team bonding doesn't have to be boring! This option is for teams of co-workers only, and include special Corporate perks, skill sessions, easy access to equipment, and more. Teams registering for this format must have at least 50% of their roster working for the same company (full-time, part-time, and/or contract).

Learn more about our Corporate leagues and events here!

Divisions are based on the experience and skills of a team - not on their competitive behaviour! No matter what skill level you register for, all players are expected to play with a 'fun-first, winning-second' attitude.

Please note that the below divisions may not be offered every season or day. If you have any questions about the different skill levels or where to place yourself, just call us!

Recreational

This division is for teams who are newer to the sport, or teams that consist of a mix of experienced and inexperienced players. Some players may still be learning the rules of Slo-Pitch, meaning the flow of the game will not always be natural. If the majority of players are experienced and skilled, then the team should move up to a higher level if available.

Here, you can expect:

most batters will not place hits and will concentrate primarily on making contact with the ball
home runs are less frequent, and strike-outs are more commonplace
pitchers will not throw strikes consistently and batters might take more walks
fielding errors and base-running mistakes will happen more frequently, not all players will understand lead-offs, tagging-up, force plays or sacrifice flies
teams more often rotate players throughout the field each inning, as opposed to playing designated positions

Recreational Plus

This division is for teams with mainly experienced Slo-Pitch players. The flow of the game will be quicker than the Recreational division as there will be fewer stoppages and rule clarifications. Not all players in this division are highly skilled, but players are experienced and knowledgeable in the sport.

Here, you can expect:

some batters on each team can place hits and you'll see more home runs from both teams
pitchers will throw strikes more consistently; however, walks will still occur
fielding and base-running will be more consistent and skilled than in the Recreational Division
teams might rotate some players throughout the field each inning, but most players will play designated positions throughout the entire game

Format	Ideal Roster Size (F) = Female	Total # of Players Required on the Diamond	Min # of Female Players Required on the Diamond	Max # of M/X Players Allowed on the Diamond
Traditional - Co-ed	13-15 (5 F)	10	3	7

When registering a full team, there is no limit to the maximum number of players you can have on the roster.

Minimum female player requirements are inclusive of anyone who identifies as female.

Masters

Format	Ideal Roster Size (F) = Female	Total # of Players Required on the Diamond	Min # of Female Players Required on the Diamond	Max # of M/X Players Allowed on the Diamond	U-40 Maximum (Regardless of Gender)
Traditional - Co-ed	13-15 (5 F)	10	3	7	3 Players Age 30 - 39

Master Leagues require that most players be at least 40 years of age before the start of the season.
- To assist with roster management, all teams are permitted up to three players who are 30-39 years of age at the start of the season.
- Although a team may have more U-40 players listed in their online roster, teams are not allowed to exceed the above maximum weekly–this includes the use of subs.
Players that are 18-29 years of age are not permitted to play in the Masters League.

Default Information

Format	Minimum # of Players to Avoid Default	Default Score	Default Fee
Spring & Summer Traditional - Co-ed	7 (2 F)	0-20	$110
Spring & Summer Traditional - Co-ed - Premium	7 (2 F)	0-20	$110
Spring 2025 Friday Traditional - Co-ed - South	7 (2 F)	0-20	$80
Fall Traditional - Co-ed	7 (2 F)	0-20	$60
Fall Traditional - Co-ed - Premium	7 (2 F)	0-20	$80

All Slo-Pitch Leagues are self-officiated and there are no Coordinators or representatives of the ESSC onsite. In these Leagues, the Team Captain plays a larger role at game time, including:

bringing and setting up equipment
reporting the score online
locating the permit online (as needed)
managing sportsmanship at game time
communicating with the Club (as needed)

Facilities and Equipment

Field Maintenance Program

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When you play with ESSC, you get the benefits of our Field Maintenance Program: mowed grass, raked shale, and marked lines ensures the safety and enjoyment of our playing fields.

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410 Fields Lined

405 Fields Mowed

229 Diamonds Raked

Citywide

Games are played at a variety of shale diamonds throughout the season.

Staffed Diamonds

Games are played at Athletic Parks throughout Edmonton, which are fenced, often lighted, and maintained daily.

Regional

Play closer to home, or your favourite Sponsor Bar! Games are played at diamonds specific to the area of the city that you register for (for example, "South").

Equipment	Balls	Bases	Strike Mat	Glove	Bats	Cleats	Jerseys	Protective Gear (Helmets)
Provided by ESSC	Yes	Only Provided in Premium Leagues	No	No	No	No	No	No
Provided by Players	No	Yes - Purchase from the ESSC	Yes - Purchase from the ESSC	Yes	Yes	Yes (No Metal Cleats Allowed)	Optional	Optional

Full Teams

When registering, Team Captains will be required to purchase equipment if they do not already have access to all equipment needs. If you decline equipment, this means you already have access to:

Bases x 3 (Rubber or Padded)
Safety Base x 1 (Rubber or Padded)
Strike Mat (Rubber or Wood)
Home Base

Individual and Small Groups

If you register by yourself or with a few friends, you are not required to select any equipment purchase or rental options at the time of registration. Once the team is formed, our equipment manager will reach out to see what the team would like to do regarding equipment if someone does not already have equipment on hand, and coordinate pick-up fees and details.

Slo-Pitch Balls

The registration fee for all teams includes three Slo-Pitch Balls, regardless of whether or not you purchase or rent equipment. We use Worth Grey Dot balls and team Slo-Pitch balls may be picked up from the office during our Equipment Pickup and Drop-off Events or at a time that's convenient for you during our office hours.

Starting in Spring 2025 full teams will only have the option to purchase equipment. Base Sets and Strike Mats are sold separately. Teams may purchase one or both, as required.

Base Sets

Premium

Padded First/Safety Base x 1
Padded Bases x 2
Pegs x 10
Mallet x 1
Equipment Bag x 1

$185

Used - Rubber

Rubber Waffle Bases x 3
Rubber Safety Base x 1
Equipment Bag x 1

$30

Strike Mats

Wood

Hinged Wood Strike Mat x 1
Rubber Home Plate x 1

$75

Rubber

Rubber Strike Mat x 1
Rubber Home Plate x 1

$55

Starting in Spring 2025 only individuals teams will have the option to rent equipment. Rentals deposits will be paid when the equipment is picked up.

Combo Base Set

Rubber

Rubber Waffle Bases x 3
Rubber Safety Base x 1
Rubber Strike Mat x 1
Rubber Home Plate x 1
Equipment Bag x 1

$130 deposit
(The full deposit will be refunded when the equipment is returned)

Strike Mat Combo Set

If your team already has a set of bases or is playing in a Premium league where bases are supplied, you do have the option to rent just the strike mat and home plate.

Rubber

Rubber Strike Mat x 1
Rubber Home Plate x 1

$55 deposit

(The full deposit will be refunded when the equipment is returned)

Date	Time
ESSC Office Pick Up & Drop Off Dates (Kickball, Outdoor Soccer, and Slo-Pitch)
April 22nd, 2025	4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
April 23rd, 2025	4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
April 29th, 2025	4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Office Location

#301 - 4220 98 Street NW, Edmonton, AB, T6E 6A1. Equipment pickup will occur in our warehouse which can only be accessed from the west side of the building.

Information

Please book an appointment by filling out our Equipment Distribution Sign-Up form.
Anyone can pick up or drop off equipment; it does not have to be the Team Captain or the person who put down the deposit, just someone who can represent the team and who is available on one of the dates.
We highly encourage players to pre-pay for their equipment by calling the office at 780-429-4263. Credit or debit transactions will still be accepted in person, but we are not accepting cash at this time
If you drop off your equipment on any day other than a designated date, you may be subject to a $10 non-refundable fee.
All individuals teams must return rented in the same year that it was rented in order to receive a refund.

Tournaments

Slo-Pitch

When life throws you curve balls, grab a bat and swing!

Dates

Upcoming Tournaments
June 7-8, 2025

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Our Partners

The ESSC is proud to be partnered with many local organizations that offer products and services that benefit our loyal players. All ESSC members get access to exclusive deals from these incredible partners, which can be redeemed by presenting your membership card through your Homebase account.