Best Roster Size for TB team?

[jonriv]

What does everyone think is the best size for a TB roster?

Back in the day my daughters team was 12(which is on the low side). Coach required everyone to sit at least one a tourney and play 2-3 different positions. Since team comprised of top players from local HS he declared everyone was an all star. System worked great

[Ivanhoe]

Generally, minimum 12, then age group = average roster size.
3 pitchers, but I would like to see them to be able to play other positions. Some players that are specifically 1 position players.
A couple of players to fight for the starting spot.

[curveballerguy124]

15 with 3 pitchers and 2 catchers.....18U at least 20 because of Prom, winter formal, homecoming, senior day, senior this,senior that, senior I wont be there because ________obligation!!! Good luck!! Hope this helps

[jonriv]

Our teams will consist of 11 players, each player will have a rotation schedule set up for Saturday play. Each player will play minimum of 2 innings (in the field, batting in each of the games) always playing to win. On Sundays, we play to win the tournament, but we work everyone into the games.

This is what my daughter's former TB coach posted on website of TB program he started. They have had some success under this format. He has also led the HS team he coaches to several Conference and State Softball titles

[GIMNEPIWO]

In the older ages 20 easy, especially in the fall with trips and testing etc. , even with that some weekends we get pretty thin

I agree on the 'older ages' ... Especially 23U ... There will still be 5 or 6 that make every tourny ... You need 10-15 more that you can call, but just bring 12-13 with you if your 3 pitchers and 2 catchers play other positions as well.

Younger ages; 12's and 14's when the parents are still driving the athletes and still believe their kid is getting a full ride, 12 is good ... Easier to keep everyone happy.