Open tryouts for 2022 - 2023 Big Red fastpitch teams (9U - 17U) will be held on August 2, 3, and 6 at Mentor High School.

Girls can attend multiple days, but only one is required.
Big Red is open to athletes from all communities - there is no residency requirement.
We encourage multi-sport athletes, and work to accommodate all schedules!

9U, 10U, 11U, 12U (birth years 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010)
Tue 8/2 tryouts 5:30-7:00 (arrive at 5:00 for registration/warmups)
Wed 8/3 tryouts 5:30-7:00 (arrive at 5:00 for registration/warmups)
Sat 8/6 tryouts 11:30-1:00 (arrive at 11:00 for registration/warmups)

13U, 14U, 15U, 16U, 17U (birth years 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005)
Tue 8/2 tryouts 7:00-8:30 (arrive at 6:30 for registration/warmups)
Wed 8/3 tryouts 7:00-8:30 (arrive at 6:30 for registration/warmups)
Sat 8/6 tryouts 10:00-11:30 (arrive at 9:30 for registration/warmups)

Big Red is a non-profit competitive girls' fastpitch organization affiliated with Mentor Girls Softball League. Teams are USSSA sanctioned and coaches have passed a background check. Teams practice in Mentor, at outdoor fields and at a year-round indoor training facility.
The mission of Big Red is to provide a safe, competitive, and fun environment for girls to learn and enjoy the game of fastpitch softball. Our dedicated coaches and volunteers facilitate the growth of our young athletes by promoting integrity, confidence, self-esteem, and sportsmanship.

Please complete the tryout registration form here:
2022/23 Big Red Tryout Registration (google.com)

Fallball Teams and Skill Development

Tryout Registration for the 2022 MGSL/Wreckers Fallball Fastpitch 10u, 12u, 14u, and 16/18u Teams.

The Wreckers is a player development program under the umbrella of the Mentor Girls Softball League (MGSL).  Mentor Wreckers Fastpitch is an opportunity for players to experience:

1.  Challenging competition against local travel teams.
2.  Seasonal commitment to a separate fall and summer tournament team. Ideal for multi-sport athletes.
3.  Significantly reduced time commitment for competing in summer tournaments. 
4.  MGSL participation in rec league AND play in a few local travel tournaments.

If this opportunity fits your family's interest and commitment, Click here to register for tryouts for the fallball fastpitch 10u, 12u, 14u, and 16/18u teams.

Tryouts will be held on Monday, August 8th and Tuesday, August 9th at the Mentor Civic Center fields (Mentor High School).  Players need to be warmed up and ready to drill from 6:30 to 8:30 pm.

What a great week for Big Red 05 at USSSA Great Lakes Nationals, going 4-3 against some of the best teams in the Midwest. Three walkoff victories and memories to last a lifetime. We are proud of this team!

Wreckers Fallball Fastpitch Tryout Registration

The Wreckers player development program is hosting fallball fastpitch tryouts August 8th and August 9th for 12u 14u, and 16/18u.... click the link to learn more and register now!

2022 MGSL/Wreckers Fallball Team Tryout Registration

Good luck and thank you for your interest!

Managers & Coaches,
Please  complete  your  "Concussion in Sports"  online training. 

Follow this link:  https://nfhslearn.com/courses/61151/concussion-in-sports

• Select the  State of Ohio
• Click Order Course button (cost is  free)
• NFHS Sign-In (New Registration or use your Username & Password)
• Complete course for "myself" and  continue
• Access your course  by clicking on the "Click Here" link
• Click to "Begin Course" for Concussion in Sports
• After completing the course - Print out your Certificate and keep it in your binder.

The Northern Ohio Umpires Association has openings for new Fastpitch and Slowpitch Umpires !
Full Training - USSSA/OHSAA Certification - Continued Support.
Adult & Young Games - Most assignments in Lake County

Questions/Register Today - Call or Text Linde @ 440.669.7291

For all questions or comments about this website or the league, please contact

Tim McLaughlin  timmclaughlin@live.com