DD1 played for an out of state team in 16's. She practiced with DD2 team and also worked out on her own. We got her over there for games and weekend workouts. Then for 18's she got on an 18Gold team that only practiced on Sat/Sun when they weren't playing. That Coach believed in girls getting their homework done during the week and getting good grades. DD2 has 2 to 2.5 hour practice 2 times a week. The other days are hitting, pitching and speed/agility. On DD2 team, everyone takes ground balls and works on outfield. Pitchers and catchers work before main practice. I don't think DD1 or DD2 would ever want to be on a team that didn't practice or practice infrequently.