All-Stars is a commitment to play on the Columbia Basin Girls Softball Little League Tournament team. Teams will compete in the District Tournament against the other teams in District 5. This year, Asotin County will be hosting districts; June 21st- June 28th. with the winner advancing on to the State Tournament.

Little League has very strict rules requiring original documents to prove age, eligibility, and residence or school attendance within the Columbia Basin Girls Softball Little League boundary.

Tournament rules vary from regular season. Some key differences include batting, playing in the field, and substitutions during the game. Only the Manager and two Coaches are allowed in the dugout and there can be no contact with the dugout during the entire game.

All-Star practices and games are a mandatory commitment. If and when a player makes the All-Star roster, parents will be asked to sign and confirm an acceptance contract.

Q. How are All-Star teams formed? 
A. Every coach in the Minor and Major Divisions will select four players from their team to attend a tryout, offering them a chance to be chosen for an All-Star team. 

Q. Why do Managers and Coaches children make All-Stars so frequently?
A. Many Manager and Coach kids make All-Stars, receive high rankings in Skills Evaluation and tryouts. 

Q. Should I take into account what position a player fielded in regular season?
A. Many All-Star players will play in different positions than they did in the regular season. Specialty positions like catcher and pitcher are unique and should be highlighted. For instance, a shortstop who played on the regular season team may find themselves in the outfield during the All-Stars, where speed and the ability to run down a long fly are crucial.

Q. How are you All-Star team Manager and Coach selected? 
A. Any manager or coach from the appropriate division may apply to be the All-Star team manager or coach by notifying the CBGSLL Board of directors.

Q. How much does All-Star cost?
A. CBGSLL provides payment for all tournaments and uniforms for players. Parents are responsible for travel and hotel costs. The team is also allowed to fundraise and find sponsorships to help cover these costs.  

Q. What will tryouts consist of?
A, Your child will be assessed in the following categories: 

1. Fielding: Technique, accuracy, and strength.
2. Baserunning: ability to steal, and speed. 
3. Hitting: Accuracy, power, swing mechanics. 
4. Character, attitude,  good sportsmanship, positive attitude, eager to learn. 

GENERAL

1.  Candidates for the All-Star team will be selected from players who have been on a division team's roster and participated in at least (8) of the games played by that team as of June 1st (unless granted a Little League waiver).
2.  Teams will consist of 12 players unless a different number is authorized by the League President.
3.  Players will be selected by Coaches based on the following criteria:
 i.    The most highly skilled players as evidenced by the players' performance during the season.
 ii.   Availability of the players and his/her families to meet the time commitments and obligations required of All-Stars.
 iii.   Character and Attitude: sportsmanship, positive attitude
 iv.    Any other factors that may, in the coach’s judgment, reflect upon a candidate's fitness and ability to play on an All-Star team.The objective is to fairly and impartially select the most skilled and competitive team possible for tournament play.

Little League (Major Division) Softball 10/11/12-Year-Old Division:
Any player League age 10, 11, or 12 who has participated as required by Mandatory Play as an eligible player in eight (8) regular season games by the start of Tournament Play in their respective District.

Little League (Minors Division) Softball 9/10/11 Year Old Division:
Any player League age 9, 10, or 11 who has participated as required by Mandatory Play as an eligible player in eight (8) regular season games by the start of Tournament Play in their respective District


Junior League - Softball 12/13/14-Year-Old Division:
Any player League age 12, 13, or 14 who has participated as required by Mandatory Play as an eligible player in eight (8) regular season games by the start of Tournament Play in their respective District

Teams will consist of 13 to 14 players. Players will be selected by vote of all Junior's managers.

MANAGER AND COACH SELECTION

GENERAL

1.  Candidates for the All-Star Manager and Coach positions shall be regular season eligible team Managers and Coaches from the Little League Softball Divisions (specific Division requirements are listed below).
2.   After the All-Star player selection, a Coach and manager will be selected by vote of the All-Star Committee.
 i.   The All-Star Committee is made up of the League executive board members
         ii.  Each member of the All-Star Committee casts one vote for the Manager. In the event of a tie, the League President will make the final decision
         iii.  After Manager selection, the Manager will then vote alongside the All-Star committee on coach placement.
         iv. Upon approval of Coaches by the All-Star Committee, the entire slate (Manager and Coaches) must be approved by the Board of         Directors. If the Board of Directors does not approve the slate of candidates, the All-Star Committee must find an alternate slate of candidates to submit for approval.

Note:  League President and Player Agent may be eligible for selection by the local league board of Directors to coach or manage with written approval from their respective District Administrator

Junior Division-Softball 12/13/14- Year-Old Division:
The manager and coach(es) shall be regular season team managers and/or coaches from the Little League Softball (junior) Division.

Majors Division - Softball 10/11/12-Year-Old Division:
The manager and coach(es) shall be regular season team managers and/or coaches from the Little League Softball (Major) Division.

Minors Division-Softball 9/10/11- Year-Old Division:
The manager and coach(es) shall be regular season team managers and/or coaches from the Little League Softball (Major) Division or Minor League Division.