Tryouts will be held at High Noon Park follows (may be subject to change):
U17/U19 - September 3rd (evening) & 7th (morning or afternoon)
U15 - September 4th (evening) & 8th (morning)
U13 - September 5th (evening) & 8th (afternoon)
Players will be grouped by age for evaluation purposes and must try out in their own age group. If you are requesting to also try out for an older age division, please include a comment in the 'additional comments' section. Please note that approval of all playing-up requests rests solely with the Executive and will be based upon consultations with coaches, evaluators, and parents.
We are planning to host a U11 Select Program similar to last year with player evaluations and training starting in February 2025. We will also offer fall and winter training for all age groups. More information to follow.
Deadline to register is September 2, 2024. More details to follow. Any questions, please contact admin@kelownafastball.ca.
Applications are now open for Kelowna Heat Rep Head Coach positions for the 2025 season. Applications are welcome for the following divisions:
U13, U15, U17, U19
Apply through our online form - https://form.jotform.com/242044605620244.
Coach selection interviews (via Zoom) are tentatively scheduled for August 7 & 8, 2024. Deadline to apply is August 4, 2024.
Kelowna Fastball is committed to providing athletes with the opportunity to play competitive fastball at the A & B levels. Our association has a strong history of building highly successful rep teams and supporting young athletes in their skills development.
Registration fees cover access to indoor and outdoor field space and facilities, umpire fees, up to two home tournaments, Softball BC membership fees, and entry fees for provincials and westerns (if applicable).
Timelines
September - team formation
October to March - weekly practices, typically at MNP Place or local indoor facilities
April to July - practices, games, and tournaments
Rep Programs vs. C (House) Ball Comparison
| Rep | C (House) Ball | |
| Season | April to July | April to July |
| Team formation | September | March |
| Team selection | Tryout | Open to everyone; teams balanced based on years of experience |
| Off-season training | October to March | Not expected |
| Attend Practices | Always | Frequently |
| Volunteer Hours | 10 to 20 hours (+ fundraising) | 4 hours |
| Cost | Approx. $250 registration, $500 team fees, and $1000 travel (per tournament) | Approximately: $300 registration, $50 team fees, travel for tournaments optional. |
| Tournaments | 2 in Kelowna and 4-6 out of town | 2-3 in the Okanagan and 1 out of town (possibly) |