8 A.M. Games: Time to Rethink the Schedule
Carie Dever Boaz
July 9, 2025 04:00 PM ET
There are a few things softball players and parents dread more than traffic, rain delays, or broken laces—and one of them is the infamous 8:00 a.m. game.
On the surface, it doesn’t sound that bad. But if you’ve lived it—truly lived it—you know it’s not just a morning game. It’s a logistical, physical, and financial challenge that affects everyone: players, coaches, parents, even tournament staff.
Let’s break it down—and don’t forget to weigh in on our Dugout Discussion polls and listen to Episode 34 Poll Results and Hot Takes of our Voices From the Field podcast for full poll results and reactions.
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