FAQ
1) WHO SHOULD I CONTACT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS?
The best way to contact is by e-mail - Our e-mail address is
magsasoftball@yahoo.com. Also, check the Board of Directors page on this website and send an e-mail to any of the directors listed.
You may also call the rain-line and leave a message.
2) WHAT DO I NEED TO PROVIDE?
The league supplies basic equipment including batting helmets, bats, balls and catcher’s gear however you may choose to purchase these on your own. Included in the registration fee are: uniform, visor, ASA registration, insurance, umpire fees. You will need to provide:
* Softball Glove
* Cleats
* Sliding Shorts (recommended for 10U+)
* Knee Guards (sliders – recommended for 10U+)
3) WHERE, WHEN & WHAT DAYS ARE PRACTICES?
Before the games begin, each team is assigned a weekday night practice time, and a weekend practice time ( 2 hour slot for 8U - 15U, 1 hour for 6U). The specific times are chosen by your manager at the manager's meetings after teams are formed.
After games begin, each team maintains their weekend practice time only.
4) WHERE & WHEN DO WE PLAY GAMES?
Games are scheduled during the week. 6U, 8U and 10U begin at 6 pm after daylight savings time changes. 12U generally begin at 7:30 and 15U games begin at 8 pm.
5) KEY DATES
Check the Calendar for the Registration dates and Carnival date.
6) WHAT IF I WANT A REFUND?
Our goal is to be flexible and fair. Any reasonable situation which arises, we will respond to. We ask for you to understand our needs of a time frame wherein we can fairly respond. Once teams have been formed and uniforms ordered, barring highly unusual or unforeseen circumstances, refunds will not be issued.
7) Are there any SPECIAL TRAINING AND/OR CLINICS?
This need to be updated
8) HOW CAN I HELP OUT?
There are many ways! Each team needs volunteers and your support is key to ensuring a successful league for the team. Your fees do not pay any salaries – we are all volunteers! Here are positions you may consider: Review and make sure this is applicable to your group…
* Manager: Total administrative and operational responsibility for your team.
* Head Coach or Assistant Coach: Primary role is to teach the girls and assist the Manager
* Team Parent: Administrative right arm of the Manager ensuring that non-operational tasks required are supported and that the league communication loop is open to all parents.
* Dugout Chaperone: Assist the Manager in the dugout area during games and be responsible to ensure the welfare of the girls.
* Scorekeeper: Maintain the game records for the team and ensure that the game publicity provides recognition to both individual girls as well as to the team (training available)
* Field Prep: Drawing baselines and equipment set-up/storage (training available)
* Sponsor: Sponsorship requirement of $450.00 for each team is needed to offset the expenses of the program not included in registration fees. You or your company can help by recruiting or being a sponsor.