🥎 Van Buren County Middle School Softball Tryouts – Wednesday, September 2nd

Softball season is ramping up across the Cumberland Plateau, and young athletes in Van Buren County have a chance to make their mark on the diamond. The Eaglettes are holding open tryouts for middle school players, offering grades 6-8 a direct path to join the team and compete this season.

🗓️ When It Happens

Tryouts take place Wednesday, September 2nd from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. This two-hour window gives every interested player a chance to show their skills and earn a spot on the roster.

📍 Where to Go

The tryouts are hosted at Van Buren County Middle School in Spencer, Tennessee. If you’re not familiar with the location or need directions, contact the school directly or check the Van Buren County Schools website for details.

✨ What to Bring and Wear

Come prepared: athletes should wear athletic pants or softball pants and bring their own glove, face mask, and any other gear they may need. Having your own equipment ready shows you’re serious about making the team and helps coaches see your readiness to compete. 🧤

💪 Why You Should Go

This is an open tryout – meaning any student in grades 6-8 can show up and compete for a spot. Whether you’ve played softball before or are trying the sport for the first time, the Eaglettes are inviting you to come work hard and earn your place on the team. Tryouts are a chance to meet coaches, connect with other young athletes, and discover what you’re capable of on the field.

🎯 Why This Matters

Youth sports build confidence, teamwork, and physical fitness – and they strengthen the bonds between students and their school community. For middle schoolers in Van Buren County, joining the Eaglettes means becoming part of a team tradition, developing athletic skills, and creating friendships that often last beyond the season. Sports also give young people a structured activity and a sense of belonging during the school year.

❤️ Community Connections

Van Buren County Schools has long supported youth athletics as a core part of student life. Softball tryouts are one of many ways the school district invests in young people and encourages them to stay active, build leadership skills, and represent their school with pride. Families across Spencer and the surrounding area look to these opportunities to help their children grow.

🤔 Questions to Consider

• Are you a middle schooler who loves softball or wants to try a new sport?
• Do you know a young athlete who might benefit from joining a team this fall?
• How can youth sports strengthen connections between families and schools in your community?

Mark your calendar for Wednesday, September 2nd at 5:00 p.m. Bring your glove, your determination, and a friend – and come show the Eaglettes what you’ve got. The team can’t wait to see you there! 🌟