2018 Season FAQ

·      When does registration usually open?
Registration for the spring usually opens by January 1^st and closes late February/ early March.

·      How long is the season?
Practices usually start after April 1^st, games begin the 3^rd week of April and run through early June.

·      What age groups do you offer and what are the age cutoffs?
We have a clinic/8U level, 10U, 12U and 17U. We follow the guidelines below, but are flexible on placement based on the skill level of the player.

Clinic/8u - 01/01/2009 and 05/01/2012

                        10U - 01/01/2007 and 12/31/2008

                        12U - 01/01/2005 and 12/31/2006

                        17U - 01/01/2000 and 12/31/2004

·      When are practices /  games played?
Each level will play one of two nights each week and one Saturday. This is the typical schedule, but may change based on field availability.

                        Clinic/8u – Tues/Thurs

                        10U – Mon/Wed

                        12U - Mon/Wed

                        17U – Tues/Thurs

·      Are uniforms provided?
Yes, clinic and 10U receive jerseys, shorts, socks and a visor. 12U and 17U receive jerseys, pants and socks.

·      Is equipment provided?
We provide bats, helmets and balls, but you may bring your own if you wish. Each player MUST have a glove.

·      Where are the games played?
Most games will be played on the fields between Westchester elementary and Catonsville Middle.

·      How do you choose teams?
For 10U, 12U, 17U we hold evaluations in early March. Coaches meet and hold drafts with the intent of keeping teams as evenly matched as possible. We do our best to accommodate requests, but we cannot guarantee team placement.

·      Can I coach if I don't have experience?
Yes! Please contact catonsvillesoftball@gmail.com for information. A background check is required, and we will be happy to give you advice and help if needed.

·      What's your mission?
To provide a fun, safe, environment for girls from ages 6 to 18 to play softball by learning teamwork, skills, and strategy. We follow a positive-coaching philosophy.

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·      How can I help?

We are 100% volunteer-run, and are always looking for new faces to help out! Below are examples of some of the kinds of help we need and what is required. We are a fun group and welcome new ideas! Please contact catonsvillesoftball@gmail.com with questions. Just a reminder that Rec and Parks requires a background check every year.

Coach

Assistant Coach

Level Director – makes the schedule and organizes an age group

Board – Treasurer, Secretary, general help – attends 4-6 meetings a year

Fundraising – organize one restaurant-based fundraising night, assist with team sponsorship, any other ideas they might have (very light work)

Opening Day – helps organize picture day (approximately one day of work)

Closing Day – helps organize closing day (a few hours of prep and approximately one day of work)

Fourth of July Parade – coordinate participants (one day)

Field Crew – help prep the fields occasionally, particularly after bad weather (as needed)

General Help

            Snack Shack – be back up help for the Snack Shack (as needed)