Purpose

To establish a competitive 14U girls fastpitch softball team  in the Souhegan Valley area to provide SV players the opportunity to develop the skills and experience necessary to successfully compete at the top levels of women’s fastpitch softball. 

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Objectives

Establish team charter with City & Babe Ruth League

Recruit 14 players

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Recruit team volunteers from parents

• Manager

• Assistant Coach

• Score Keepers

• Statisticians

• Media Managers

• Establish and execute practice, scrimmage and tournament schedules

 

Strategy

Recruit players from Souhegan Valley League teams who are aging out of 12U eligibility

Leverage extensive experience in establishing and developing a competitive team

Train coaches on higher level softball skills, drills, expectations, strategies and success tips

Gain agreement with City for access to indoor and outdoor facilities at no cost

Indoor practice, then outdoor practice, then scrimmages, then tournaments

Utilize Spring Recreation League for additional game reps

 

Requirements

• Parents must meet financial requirements

• Travel will be required

• Coaches must obtain certifications, background checks, and coach camps & commit to learning to be as competent in their role as players

• Other team volunteers must complete required training for their roles & commit to performing as well as we expect the players to perform

• Players must commit to demonstrate energy, enthusiasm, and dedication every time their cleats hit the dirt through end of November

• Pitchers and Hitters must take private lessons