Sports at Highlands Sports Complex

Softball

West Virginia’s Destination for All Things Softball

The love of softball starts young and starts here at Highlands Sports Complex. Our softball programs are designed to teach and engage the youth of the Ohio Valley.

Children from Wheeling – break-in that glove and get ready to play at our state-of-the-art facility. Whether you are brand new to the sport or a seasoned veteran, we provide you with the resources to help you pitch faster, throw further, and hit harder.

Upcoming Programs

Softball
Youth Development

The love of softball starts young and starts here at Highlands Sports Complex. Our softball programs are designed to teach and engage the youth of the Ohio Valley.

Break-in that glove and get ready to play at our state-of-the-art facility. Whether you are brand new to the sport or a seasoned veteran, we provide you with the resources to help you pitch faster, throw further, and hit harder.

$115 +tax

Little League Softball and the Ohio Valley

When you hear little league, we know you think about baseball. But baseball is not the only sport in town. Softball has grown to one of the most popular sports in America. Over 40 million Americans will play at least one softball game during the year. Maybe you are playing a game at the family picnic or you are signed up to a recreational league, softball will be in your future.

I bet you think that softball was invented as an offshoot of baseball. A little known fact is that softball was created because of football. Oddly enough, the inventors of softball were waiting for the results of a football game and started hitting a boxing glove with a stick. This was the birth of Softball.

Today we have many schools around the Ohio Valley that have very successful softball programs. Much like little league baseball, softball is integrated into our culture as children and we continue to play as adults.

Softball Facilities at Highlands Sports Complex

There is no need to drive around and find an open field to train. We offer the most advanced softball facilities at Highlands Sports Complex. Work on your infield skills without worrying about diving around in the dirt. Our 88,000 square foot turf is a perfect place to toss back and forth.

Our pitching tunnels are designed to improve your overall pitching skills and help young pitchers take command of every throw. This hassle-free, safe, controlled environment makes it easy to get in your reps without wasting time and energy.

The batting cages at Highlands Sports Complex are an effective way for you to increase your hitting and hand-eye coordination. Successful batting takes practice and repetition. Our enclosed batting cages make it easy for your high school athlete, little leaguer, or a grown adult to get in some reps.

Pitching and Batting are important, but you also need to be conditioned to be a success. Take advantage of our softball training center, which includes batting cages/pitching tunnels, turf space, and softball equipment – such as pitchers’ mounds, L screens, and other training aids. We provide equipment on site that helps take your training to the next level. Hit harder and run faster while training at Highlands Sports Complex.

More Things To Do for Families

There are no limits for who can use our facility. Highlands Sports Complex location is ideal for travelers and for West Virginia residents. Our sports facility is family-friendly and there’s something for everyone. Hit up the arcade or play climb areas while others are training in the batting cages.

Climb, game, and adventure with Highlands Sports Complex. Fun awaits for everyone in the family.

Softball Activities at Highlands Sports Complex

We are ready to play softball all year round. The benefit of training and playing at Highlands Sports Complex is our indoor and outdoor options. Rain or shine, you can sharpen your skills at our softball facilities.

Youth Softball Development Classes

Learn the importance of teamwork and communication while having a good time. Our Youth Softball Classes help build the fundamentals of throwing, catching, and hitting. We have classes for ages 6-14 with varied focused skillsets.

Our softball development classes tend to be multiple-week courses with a selected day/time.

Youth Softball camps

Our softball camps help develop skills in pitching, catching, hitting, base running, defense, and more. Our camps can help you hone your skills and get your ready for high school/travel team play.

Softball camps are offered in sessions and separated by ages. Our camps have limited quantity and are offered on selective dates.

2023 Summer Softball

Our Summer Softball Camp is for Kids ages 5 to 12 interested in learning more about Softball. Instructors from Wheeling University Softball will be here to introduce the game to these young players.

During the 4-day camp, participants will participate in batting, fielding, base running, rules, game play, and learn how to work as a team.

Camp is designed for players of all ability levels and will consist of three-hour sessions Monday through Thursday, 9 am – 12 pm. 

Enroll your child in our All-Star Adventure Camp from 12 pm-4 pm. Your child will have lunch and participate in fun group activities during this time.  There will also be an opportunity for Arcade play and Play climbing during the week. 

Please note lunch will not be included. Your child must either purchase a meal plan, Purchase lunch from the café or bring their own. 

Session Dates

June 12th-15th

Pricing

Softball Camp Only Per Week

$115

Session Dates

June 12th-15th

Pricing

Softball Camp & Adventure Camp

$175

  • $15 sibling discount available 
  • Camp T-Shirt included with registrations. 
  • Tax will be added to all transactions. 
  • Extended care after Adventure camp is available from 4 pm-6 pm for an additional $40 per week.

Youth Softball Leagues

Softball was invented as an indoor game and we bring that tradition forward. Our indoor softball leagues will focus on developing young athletes into well-rounded players. Our program is designed to install a sense of enjoyment for playing softball in a competitive environment.

Youth Softball Leagues (sometimes referred to as Little League Softball) are designed for boys and girls from ages 8-12.

Softball Events at Highlands Sports Complex

If you book it, they will come. Find out what softball events are happening at Highlands Sports Complex. Come join us as a fan or bring along your athlete to participate.

Interested in sports at Highlands Sports Complex?

Whether you are a coach looking for practice space or a parent interested in upcoming programming, fill out our form below and one of our team members will be in touch with you.

Softball News Around the Valley

Don’t wait for your co-worker to tell you about his legion’s softball league, get the latest news from Highlands Sports Complex. Find out what is going on in the world of Softball right here.

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