Welcome to Maplewood South Orange Softball
Recreation Softball
Recreation Softball is the foundation of softball in Maplewood and South Orange. Recreation Softball is for all players regardless of ability. Divisions are grouped by grade level, everyone makes a team and every player plays. The focus is on having fun, learning the sport and teamwork.
Volunteers
MSO Softball is a 100% volunteer organization, from our coaches to our committee members. We are parents, community members and neighbors. MSO is always looking for volunteers, rec coaches, travel coaches, dugout directors and snack coordinators. Check out all the opportunities to support girls’ softball here in Maplewood and South Orange.
Coaches' Corner
New to coaching or an experienced softballer...MSO offers resources for all levels of coaching to help you traverse the season. League rules, coaching handbook, practice plans. Click here for your coaching needs.
Travel Softball
MSO has a very successful town travel program, The Villagers. The Villagers is for dedicated and serious softball players looking to take their softball game to the next level. Our goal is to develop highly competitive players in a town travel environment by balancing fun with a drive for winning while teaching good sportsmanship and life skills. Teams are selected through a tryout process.
Our Sponsors
Rec Softball Standings and Schedules
Our Rec season is in full swing (pun intended!).
Click on the button for updated standings for our Rookie, Juniors and Seniors divisions.
Maplewood South Orange Softball News
Join us on May 19 at New Waterlands for All Star Games for our Rookie, Juniors and Seniors divisions. MSO Softball sports some of the most talented players in Essex County. Come out to celebrate their and our program’s success!
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Much will be happening as roll through the 2026 season. Below are key events for you to mark on your calendar: MSO vs. SOM Coaches’ Softball Game: Saturday, May 16 @ Meadowlands #3 All Star Games (Rookie/Junior/Senior): Tuesday, May 19 @ New Waterlands MSO Softball Day @ CHS: Wednesday, May 20 @ Meadowlands #3…
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Our 12U Rando Villagers came in second place in the Clash of the Cleats tournament on May 3, falling in the finals to its “arch rivals,” Watchung Barnas. The team was led by stellar pitching and strong hitting throughout the batting order. A highlight of the tournament was a lead-off home run by Marryn Rando…
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Seton Hall University’s softball team welcomed MSO Softball on April 15 for a game and autograph session. Thank you, Seton Hall!
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