Northshore Girl's Slowpitch Softball Association

We accept all skill levels and abilities, from girls in kindergarten through the 12th grade

Official Slow-pitch Softball League of The Northshore Area

The NGSSA is a local and recreational slow-pitch softball league dedicated to a for-fun learning experience for girls in the Northshore area. Team sports are an important part of confidence building for every girl.

NGSSA was founded in the Northshore area near Seattle in 1971 by a group of volunteers with the vision to provide the opportunity for girls of all ages in our community to play and enjoy softball. NGSSA is still staffed by volunteers who enjoy working to continue this tradition. For 48 years, thousands of girls have participated in the NGSSA.

We do accept a limited number of Pre-K players if they will be entering kindergarten in the following school year. Reach out to us at info@ngssa.org for more information.

the winner

Another Season in the Books – Thank You, NGSSA 2026!

What a season it's been! From the first pitch in March to the final out in June, the 2026 NGSSA season was filled with incredible moments, big plays, and even bigger smiles. To every player, parent, coach, umpire, and volunteer who made this four-month season possible — thank you.

This year's division champions proved that hard work and teamwork pay off. Congratulations to the Scorpions for going undefeated in the High School division, the Royals for dominating the Middle School division, and the Axolotls for an outstanding run in the Minors — you all made us proud!

Watching our girls grow in confidence, build friendships, and fall deeper in love with the game is exactly why NGSSA has been a cornerstone of the Northshore community since 1971. Whether it was a first hit, a diving catch, or simply cheering on a teammate — every moment mattered.

A special thank-you to our generous sponsors — John L Scott, Bothell Pediatric Dentistry, and Allshouse Designs — for their continued support of our league and our girls.

We'll see you on the field in 2027. Until then, keep swinging!

Frequently Asked Questions

I live outside the Bothell/Northshore area, can we still play in your league?

Yes!  NGSSA is an independent non-profit league that exists to provide opportunity for girls of all ages in our community to play and enjoy softball.  We have no league boundaries or resident requirements, and try to form teams from the same schools and areas together.

How old does my daughter need to be to play?

We take girls as young as 4, and as old as 19 (as long as she's still in enrolled in High School.)

My daughter has never played before, can she play?

Absolutely! The NGSSA is a rec league meant for all skill levels. From beginners who are just learning the game to experts who need a for-fun outlet! All girls should feel free to play in the NGSSA!

How much does it cost to register?

PreK - 1st Grade: $155
2nd and 3rd Grade: $165
4th and 5th Grade: $175
6th, 7th and 8th Grade: $190
9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th Grade: $190

How many practices are there?

For non-high school divisions, 2 practices a week, 1 weekday and 1 weekend until April (when games start.)

After April games replace the weekday practice

How do you become a Coach?

We are always looking for excellent people to coach. Please email info@ngssa.org to learn more about our coaching training program.

How do you become an Umpire?

We always look for wonderful people who want to become league Umpires. Please email info@ngssa.org to learn more about our Umpire training program.

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Our Sponsors

The NGSSA is a 501-c3 non-profit organization that promotes slow-pitch softball for all girls in the Northshore and Lake Washington Area. We take all girls and support many sponsorships for girls who cannot afford to play. We could only do our work with the support of our many local business sponsors, who make our league and slow-pitch softball available for everyone. Please consider sponsoring the league today!