Field Dimensions: The following table provides ball sizes and distances. The distances are measured from the tip of the plate closest to the umpire.

Field Setup Procedures - What you need to know

Table. 2022 Age & Distance Chart (Source: Softball BC Handbook 2022)

DIVISION	AGE	BALL SIZE	PITCHING DISTANCE	BASE DISTANCE
U7	5-7	11"	30'	45'
U9	8,9	11"	30'	45'
U11	10,11	11"	35'	45'
U13	12,13	11"	38'	55'
U15	14,15	12"	40'	60'
U17	16,17	12"	40'C/43'AB	60'
U20C	18-20	12"	40'	60'

Fields have base anchors as follows:
Braemar, Trafalgar 1, Trafalgar 2 - 45', 55', 60'
Balaclava, Carnarvon - 55' and 60' only
McBride, Douglas - none

Field set up should include raking the field (or dragging the field where equipment is available, at Balaclava, Carnarvon and Trafalgar) to ensure a flat and safe surface on the infield at least after game is over.

Extra care should be taken to ensure that pitching rubber nails are removed after the games . Hammers with claws for nail removal are available in all equipment boxes.