Nominate Your 10U & 12U Athletes for the Rising Stars Watch List!

Nominate 10U & 12U Rising Stars Watch List

At Extra Inning Softball, we’re excited to launch the second annual Rising Stars Watch List for 10U and 12U athletes — the Classes of 2031, 2032, 2033, and 2034. This national recognition series was created to showcase the next generation of standout softball players who are already displaying the talent, energy, and passion that set future stars apart.

After an overwhelming response to last year’s inaugural release, we’re bringing the Rising Stars Watch List back even stronger. This year’s edition will spotlight young athletes who are already turning heads — the hitters driving the gaps, the pitchers owning the circle, and the defenders making game-changing plays. If she’s showing potential, competitiveness, and undeniable love for the game, we want to celebrate her!

Nominations close January 13, 2026.
Don’t wait — NOMINATE YOUR 10U or 12U RISING STAR HERE!

Why It Matters

Now entering its second year, the Rising Stars Watch List has quickly become one of Extra Inning Softball’s signature youth features — a showcase of young athletes who represent the future of the game through their energy, drive, and emerging talent.

By recognizing these players early in their journeys, Extra Inning Softball offers a national stage that celebrates their development, motivates others, and strengthens the softball community with encouragement and purpose.

This initiative allows families, coaches, and fans to follow these rising athletes as they continue to grow into tomorrow’s standout performers. Every nomination helps shine a light on their dedication, their passion, and the qualities that make softball such a meaningful and inspiring sport.

Nominations close January 13, 2026.
Don’t wait — NOMINATE YOUR 10U or 12U RISING STAR HERE!

Nomination & Release Schedule

REGIONAL WATCH LIST FOR 10U/12U RISING STARS: CLASSES 2031, 2032, 2033, 2034

10U Rising Stars

• Nominations Close: Jan 13, 2026

• Regional Releases:

  • Northeast — Jan 19, 2026

  • Southeast — Jan 20, 2026

  • Midwest — Jan 21, 2026

  • Southwest — Jan 22, 2026

  • Mountain — Jan 23, 2026

  • West — Jan 24, 2026

12U Rising Stars

• Nominations Close: Jan 13, 2026

• Regional Releases:

  • Northeast — Jan 26, 2026

  • Southeast — Jan 27, 2026

  • Midwest — Jan 28, 2026

  • Southwest — Jan 29, 2026

  • Mountain — Jan 30, 2026

  • West — Jan 31, 2026

Nominations close January 13, 2026.
Don’t wait — NOMINATE YOUR 10U or 12U RISING STAR HERE!

Who Can Nominate?

Nominations are now open for coaches, parents, and softball supporters who want to spotlight a young athlete ready to earn her place on the Rising Stars Watch List.

This is the perfect opportunity to elevate emerging talent, celebrate their hard work, and help shine a national spotlight on the next wave of softball greatness!

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Ready to Nominate?

Join us in continuing the Rising Stars tradition as we celebrate the young athletes who are already shaping the future of fastpitch softball. This initiative is about recognition, opportunity, and visibility—highlighting emerging talent from every corner of the country.

We look forward to honoring these 10U and 12U athletes and sharing their stories on a national stage. Please help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity with any parents, coaches, and program leaders who are invested in developing the next generation of the game.

Nominations close January 13, 2026.
Don’t wait — NOMINATE YOUR 10U or 12U RISING STAR HERE!

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