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Palm Springs
Jan. 26, 2026 - 75 player looking to play in Palm Springs this week
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Need player's
Jan. 19, 2026 - I turn 75 this year. I live in Hot Springs, AR. I’ve just been playing league ball recently, but did play on a 65+ AAA team. I’ve mostly ...
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Pump Fake
Aug. 29, 2025 - Can I add this twist to this discussion? What if the picture delivers the ball with his gloved arm across his chest and his pitching motion arm ...
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Equipment
June 17, 2025 - You'll generally find face mask protective coverings either a clear plastic or a metal frame. Metal is more expensive, but recommend the ...
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Hip replacement
May 25, 2025 - I had both hips and L knee totally replaced over a four month period in 2015. I have constantly played over past decade. Play at 100% again? I ...
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e-mail update on bat testing
Feb. 17, 2025 - Tim McElroy,Thanks for posted that email, when it was first sent out we were playing in Tampa and I skimmed over it. Now that I've had time to read ...
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Doc Metcalf schedule 2025
Jan. 12, 2025 - Raul ... I don't write that schedule, and the independent director handles all aspects of his events. I'm also aware he intentionally avoids this ...
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65 AAA
Jan. 5, 2025 - NorCal player. I can play any position except pitcher. 67 years old. Looking to join a competitive tourney/travel club. I will fly most anywhere, ...
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Illegal Equipment Suspension
Jan. 8, 2025 - "EXACTY"JOHNNY...*Where does is say I defend cheaters, I said he's still my FRIEND I didn't say he was right!!! *I said altering a bat is illegal and ...
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mid-Atlantic tournament offerings
Dec. 11, 2024 - I've received multiple calls, texts & emails asking about tournaments in the mid-Atlantic region for 2025. Answer to the question is YES. I will ...
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New batter box rule
Nov. 17, 2024 - All this talk brings me back to why have a batters box? A batter has to stand close enough to defend the strike/mat. On most dirt fields the batters ...
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Winter "Worlds"
Oct. 21, 2024 - Quit having so many Associations scheduling tournaments on the same weekends. EVERY tourny now is a "RING TOURNAMENT". Rings are nothing more than ...
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Vegas 60 Major Tournament
Sept. 17, 2024 - I would like to post some quick feedback on the 60 Major World Tournament at BLD as I thought it was a very well run tournament with a lot of great ...
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Safety & Security at BLD in Vegas
Sept. 9, 2024 - I'm sure this addressed every year, but I thought I would ring the bell again. Two years ago, an AZ player had his truck stolen out of the BLD ...
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Arroyo Grande BP
Aug. 29, 2024 - Through the first two sessions, I haven't scheduled either Sunset #5-6 fields or the Warm Springs Fields #8-10 ... Those are viable options for ...
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NORTHEAST CHAMPIONSHIPS 2024 •
July 17, 2024 - Not an excuse, but a few statements of fact to give you some idea of what all is happening. While the NE Champs were being played in NY, the NW ...
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Answers about Bat Testing
May 16, 2024 - Donna,I appreciate you directing me to the NEWS about this but that actually answered very few questions. It gave simplistic answers to my questions ...
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Batter Box Rule
Aug. 14, 2024 - Again, SSUSA adopted the same rule as in USSSA. So, if you want to criticize the largest softball association in the world's rule, go for it. It is ...
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Palm Springs
Jan. 19, 2024 - Anyone know what 75 teams r going for Jan 30 tourney. I heard there was 4.
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Midwest Championships
Nov. 21, 2023 - Thanks for the reply, Dave. It looks like my team wants to play in the Midwest Championships so I'll be able to provide some feedback whether I like ...
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World Championship Medals
Oct. 21, 2023 - Jhucks- 2nd & 3rd place teams medals at the field. Champions are getting custom rings made. You should have received that form on the field ...
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So Cal based 75AAA neede 3 players
Sept. 26, 2023 - due to injuries ending Tment play, we are looking to add 3 74+ players for the 2024 season. 2 outfielders and a shortstop/rover. We play Bullhead, ...
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50 Major Plus bracket issue
Sept. 26, 2023 - I suspect you may not be fully up to speed on how the 50-Major+ Division comes together every year ... Here are some things to consider, and I would ...
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Timberworks
Sept. 22, 2023 - Timberworks has a run of world championships and triple crowns that is unequaled in all of Senior Softball since its inception. Many teams have ...
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Women 50 AAA Team looking for Players
June 6, 2023 - My friend 50 AAA Women Senior Team is looking for a quality utility player for the Southern California State Championships in Hemet/Palm Springs. If ...
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Pitching Net
March 25, 2023 - We use a screen in all of our senior leagues (over 40 thru over 70) in Colorado Springs. We place the screen measured 40 feet from the back of home ...
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Original Miken Ultra gamer series
March 22, 2023 - But DD is absolutely right! Me doing a little butt kissing here, DD sorry about Springs weather, but that just means more registering for Vegas.
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5gg spring championships
Feb. 25, 2023 - Staff, your post is making me an unhappy camper. just needed to voice out my opinion.At this late time, [I agree here, you could've create a 5 GG ...
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SANDBAGGING
Feb. 2, 2023 - Just finished a tourney in Palm Springs and saw that. It wasnt a SSUSA run tourney so no roster checks etc
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55 in N.C.
Jan. 16, 2023 - Looking for a tournament team in NC. Experience in multiple levels. Infield and right field with power. I love playing this game and enjoy the ...
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Team Reclassifications
Nov. 29, 2022 - SPA also has flexible rosters for certain tournaments. Not a positive the other teams when you have a set roster. SSUSA have automatic move ups, but ...
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55 Major or Major plus player looking
Sept. 22, 2022 - 56 year old infielder and former/current member of Easton Reds looking for a major or major plus team in Ocean springs/ Biloxi/ Gulfport area to play ...
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Looking for a tourney team
July 22, 2022 - I am in Colorado. I am 62 and looking for a 60+ tourney team to join. I can play the corners and outfield. I can fill in the middle but usually ...
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Llerandi Custom Gloves
July 1, 2022 - Congratulations to Bret Miller and Matt Gordon they were both winners of a custom made glove from Llerandi Gloves @ the Holiday Classic in Sturgis ...
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Shin guards for an infielder
June 29, 2022 - By far the lightest and best shin guard is made by Lacrosse company "STIX" (Valor Lacrosse Goalie Shin Guards.) It's a college lacrosse goalie's shin ...
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Fly ball catch
June 19, 2022 - Batter hits a deep fly ball at the right field fence.the right fielder leaps up and catches it, his momentum takes him over the 300 fence he hits the ...
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Reno Tournament
May 19, 2022 - I would like to get on a tournament team 65AAA/AA Pitcher/3rd base. Haven't played in a few years due to health issues. Live in Palm Springs Ca area.
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SLI hitting Academy
April 14, 2022 - Having attended this school with Webbie, I totally agree with his review of the hitting clinic, and his opinion of Steve Imlay. The man has a wealth ...
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Balls in St George
March 21, 2022 - I like Scott's suggestion of BYOB. SSUSA differentiates between the way they think about softballs and the way they think about bats (or any other ...
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Trump Stotes
March 16, 2022 - Yes. That is the ball that I am referring to not being available. Which brings me back to my original question.... What ball will we be using to ...
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FL tournament offerings
Jan. 4, 2022 - I've asked that SSUSA staff update the tournament page to show changes in the events I'm offering in FL this coming season. The changes are in ...
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Pitchers mask
March 3, 2022 - I have played softball for over 40 years. I never wore any safety equipment while I played very thankful that I never was injured on the mound. I am ...
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Looking for 65 women players
Nov. 10, 2021 - After Huntsman this year several players of our team retired and we are looking to rebuild our 65 year old players team. If you are interested ...
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Phoenix Area 60's AAA Player - 1b C
Oct. 24, 2021 - I can hit 500+, can play 1st or catch with no problem did it and done it for a lot of years... Have 5 rings in the seniors.....In town tourneys are ...
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60AAA Wolrd Championships
Sept. 1, 2021 - What park will the 60AAA play their bracket games? Looks like the Pool games will be held at Warm Springs and Sunset Park and the Championship Sunday ...
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55 AAA AMERICAN/NATIONAL PODS
Sept. 1, 2021 - Hi curtiss ... SSUSA doesn't determine which teams go into each pod ... YOU do ...• Thursday Seeding Games are at Big League Dreams (35 ...
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LV Worlds
Sept. 1, 2021 - Thanks Murray, that's funny stuff! ... I'm curious, take a peek at the Master Grid and show me how would you have done it? ... Your only viable ...
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60 AAA in Vegas
Aug. 29, 2021 - Coop ... Nobody (especially me!) is going to pass judgment on others who may not know everything about the brackets ... The 40-team 60-AAA Division ...
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Looking for opinions and or thoughts
Aug. 23, 2021 - Great question Benji! I remember when we just laced it up n played… got our butts kicked by “Me of Steel”, All star Military teams n when we ...
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major plus
Aug. 25, 2021 - It's probably time for an update to the 13 year old revisions of basically a different Era in senior softball...we played a major+ team in a major ...
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Dont blame SSUSA for the ball problem.
July 2, 2021 - With respect....the argument doesn't hold. Again, I'm only talking about SSUSA stamped balls here. Yes, there is a difference between the Stote and ...
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What does it mean?
April 19, 2021 - bkb555 and i are in agreement, adidas and suncoast have used the term reload in their marketing of their bats, and the use of 3/4 oz has been ...
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I'm a Pitcher
April 3, 2021 - HelloI'm a Pitchers From Palm Springs to Hemet. Let Me know if you need oneThank You,
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Southwest Tournament
March 31, 2021 - Session #2 will use the same fields as in Session #1, PLUS Shadow Rock, Hollywood, Cheyenne and Warm Springs ... We don't "think" at this time that ...
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Sad News
March 9, 2021 - Hey guys,This was at a ISSA tournament last weekend in Huntsville, Al.We were playing DT Express for the championship.A DT Express player (Jimmy ...
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COVID 19 PROTOCOLS
March 2, 2021 - SSUSA Staff - in reading the above posts, it appears to me that ALLPRO has unfairly been addressed or maybe the term is "dressed down" by your ...
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New players
Feb. 3, 2021 - Team from Colorado Springs looking for players interested in playing in the AAA 60’s division. Coach is Louie Olan and his number is 719-232-2282 ...
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Looking for a 60's team
Feb. 19, 2021 - Still looking? Is your SSUSA card current? Palm Springs 60s tourney team. Contact Boss Mann 909 709 2964
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you make the call
Feb. 3, 2021 - Wayne 37 I agree, catcher could possibly have gotten the runner on 3rd in a run down but my initial reason for making the post was to gather ...
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YUMA FEBRUARY 18-21 2021 TOP GUN SPRING WORLDS TUNE UP.
Feb. 1, 2021 - Outfielder, catcher, 1st, 2nd, DH, four rings, two All-Tourney, one MVP. Batting avg. 650-800, with some power. Fast runner. 62, but in good shape at ...
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What constitutes interference?
Dec. 29, 2020 - I am at a loss for words on this one. Essentially, you've thrown the umpire(s) that were there under the bus. No wonder you have such trouble with ...
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Lonnie Springs
Dec. 3, 2020 - The softball world lost a great guy this morning after a long battle with cancer, Lonnie Springs a key member of our SASSL family past today. Lonnie ...
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Git-R-Done 55's Looking
Oct. 31, 2020 - We are establishing a Git-R-Done 55's Team. Located in So Cal. We are in need of a few more Player's. As we are a new Team we will be Rated AAA, so ...
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Rings
Oct. 5, 2020 - I remember when you could upgrade your free ring. You subtracted the cost of the free ring from the upgraded ring and paid the difference. Then you ...
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C19 at Worlds.
Sept. 23, 2020 - Dbax, you’re not quite correct on that. The part that you’re discussing clearly states: “Off the field, including in the dugout, players and ...
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field assignments
Aug. 26, 2020 - But we (tournaments played in Saint George) do bring in serious cash to the restaurants, hotels, and other local businesses, and many of them vote ...
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Division Split(s)
Aug. 22, 2020 - HSquared ... It's done through my proprietary scheduling system software ... Here's a brief overview of a 2-pod system ... • The system takes all ...
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55-60 AA and AAA player needs team for St. George Worlds
Aug. 18, 2020 - Outfielder, catcher, 1st, 2nd, DH, four rings, two All-Tourney, one MVP. Batting avg. 650-800, with some power. Fast runner. 62, but in good shape ...
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WESTERN NATIONALS
Aug. 7, 2020 - Here's an excerpt from the Tournament Director's instructions to Tournament personnel ... It's pretty clear ...__________IMPORTANT NOTE: It is ...
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Western Championships
July 28, 2020 - The Nevada governor, yesterday stated and I quote "a new directive is expected shortly to extend the current restrictions". Those restrictions ...
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List of teams
July 17, 2020 - I would like to thank SSUSA for listing of the teams for the Western Nationals in St. George. As I check daily on the virus issue in St. George it ...
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Alaska 60AAA Team needs players
July 21, 2020 - I live in Texas. Not much going on down here but a few of us hit every Sunday to stay in shape. I would be interested if you have not filled your ...
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New Team/50's/So. Florida
July 6, 2020 - Thanks for the advise grayhitter. So with that said, were shooting for January as a date to be complete and able to field a team. I currently play ...
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Western National Tournament location
June 30, 2020 - Forget Reno, our esteemed governor has extended Phase II through the end of July. So gatherings like softball will be limited to 50 people or less.
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Texas Softball
June 7, 2020 - Senior Softball Leagues in some Texas cities are preparing to reopen, we currently are experiencing a spike in Covid 19 cases. Some of the leagues ...
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Another cancellation.
May 18, 2020 - Got an email from our manager yesterday: The Dearborn, MI 'Swings for Rings' SSUSA tournament scheduled for July 11-12 has been cancelled.
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DO RUNNERS RETURN
May 3, 2020 - here's another scenario.. no outs and a bases loaded walk .. the 7th run of inning scores.. the batter takes a few steps tosses his bat and just ...
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Dugouts
May 1, 2020 - Social distancing inside the dugout is going to be difficult but there is nothing stopping players from standing outside of their dugout, outside the ...
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New Easton Empire
April 16, 2020 - For those of you who have not been big fans of the Easton SSUSA bat offerings in previous years, you need to try out the new Empire line! Great ...
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ESPN...seriously??
March 22, 2020 - OZ ... When you finish watching that, the ESPN.com site has a nice video on the Plastic Cup Stacking Championships, the World Sign Spinning ...
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Corona Virus (COVID-19) • Part II
March 15, 2020 - BREAKING: CDC recommends that gatherings of 50 people or more in U.S. be canceled or postponed in next 8 weeks because of coronavirus. Find AP ...
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Corona Virus (COVID-19)
March 14, 2020 - This is more about not spreading the disease all at once. How would you feel if you are a carrier of the disease and did not know it and spread it to ...
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Major or higher 50 or 55 Florida team
Feb. 20, 2020 - Discussion: Looking fo Best 50 or 55 AAA or Major Team in FLLooking to play with good major or Higher Florida 50 or 55 AAA or Major team I am new to ...
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TOC Results
Feb. 7, 2020 - Mike ... The Wednesday SSUSA All-Star game ended up with the American team (33) defeating the National team (24) to earn the opponent berth to play ...
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website
Jan. 17, 2020 - I looked in Leagues above and didn't see anything. So I looked at Ratings above, and there are very few registered teams. The only two listed at 55 ...
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Player looking to join 75 or 80's team
Dec. 3, 2019 - Qualified to play 80's. Play infield and some outfield. Been a tourney player for 10 plus years with many championship rings. Thanks, Dennis Colbert ...
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75+ women's team
Dec. 1, 2019 - We now have a great coach. Team would be mostly playing in western US starting with Palm Springs in January.
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Major Plus Equipment
Oct. 22, 2019 - Since IMO most the BITCHING about the level of play, the speed of the game and the new Technology, comes mostly from AAA & AA teams and players;I ...
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2020 bats
Aug. 13, 2019 - Gary,I have been working on some new Advanced Technology for the 2020 line of Worth and Miken bats for the last 8 months. I will tell you that they ...
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California State Championships
June 24, 2019 - Congrats to my Team Shadow teammates for winning the 40 Major California State Championship this past weekend in Palm Springs. Our average age was 57 ...
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Looking Ahead
June 4, 2019 - The sale of Green Springs Softball fields in Birmingham did not work out. Therefore, I will be able to have my 1 day tourney there in 2020. My plan ...
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Southern California State Championship
May 20, 2019 - Dave, I'm with Kevin for booking purposes it is very relevant where everyone is playing. But I'll put it this way it plays well for the teams looking ...
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Texas State Tournament
May 7, 2019 - Agree. Saturday’s washout was unfortunate. Should have full games in light of only being allowed to play one game on Sunday. Completely ...
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Soft Barrel Bat
April 19, 2019 - 0Great post...because this brings up a very new and viable topic. I answered it very briefly in a previous thread on this message board. I will soon ...
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I want to play in reno
April 18, 2019 - I want to play in reno, I am 73 years old have played 2nd, short fielder,and 1st. AA and AAA ball. I have played for 40 years in senior ball. I am ...
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Need players for Palm Springs and Reno
April 18, 2019 - Looking for Women's 65+ that can play in Palm Springs, CA May 4-5, 2019 and in Reno, NV May 24-26, 2019. Specifically we need a shortstop. Need to ...
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DUDLEY 2019 LIGHTNING HOTW
March 4, 2019 - This sounds so much like the Reebok Barrage that came out in 2013, hot out of wrapper and breaking in less than 100 swings. Reebok refunded money or ...
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New to Orlando area
Feb. 28, 2019 - Red Bug Lake park in Winter Springs , FL every Saturday morning, 830-12 noon.All the seniors are out there. This is the best place to connect
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different balls
Feb. 11, 2019 - does anyone no which ball was used at hemet tourney in jan and which ball was used at recent palm springs tourney?
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CSpringsCO 61 year old looking
Feb. 8, 2019 - Looking to see if a local 60 Senior Tournament Team is looking for a 61 year old player. Have been playing in the 50 Seniors for 2 years. Thanks
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Looking to play
Jan. 22, 2019 - I will vouch for this old manHe will help out any team and brings brownies to all the tournaments..Whoever picks Tom up will be better off for itGood ...
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TOC 65AAA tentative
Jan. 18, 2019 - Dave, I know the just released schedule says tentative so that any discrepancies can be addressed. I assume that it's an error that we are facing the ...
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New Dudley
Feb. 26, 2019 - Looks like Dudley has a problem with the Hot W. In 10 years I have yet to hear someone blow up a new bat using Evil Bp balls in 70 degree temps. I ...
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NEED 70'S OUTFIELDER
Jan. 8, 2019 - 70AAA Southern California tournament team in need of another outfielder for the Palm Springs tournament on Jan 28th. Please call/text Tony ...
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Knee replacement vs. Stem Cell Therapy
Dec. 23, 2018 - I had a TKR 2 months ago and have been practicing softball for a couple of weeks. I can hit, throw, and field (with limited range), and jog to first ...
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Looking for a 55 team
Nov. 18, 2018 - I'm just moving up to women's 55s and looking for a team to play with in Palm Springs Jan. 26-27, 2019. I am a fast outfielder.
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Knee Replacement Question
Nov. 30, 2018 - Had a full replacement done Oct 20 (5.5 weeks ago). I had pain on the medial side only and the surgeon went in hoping for a partial but did a full ...
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A fifth rating?
Nov. 6, 2018 - The bad thing about doing that to Alabama, is that their 2nd string is better than most first strings in the league.Maybe play 1st string in the ...
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Huntsman
Sept. 13, 2018 - Hi Ladies, Are you still looking for players?I am over 50 I live in Palm Springs CA and I can play position.You can text me at (760) 218-3152.Thank ...
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somthing very interesting
Aug. 31, 2018 - Interesting .. I would guess the odds are about 1 in 36 (2.8± %) ... The match-up generation sub-routine is all "numbers" based, and the team names ...
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Rocky Mountain tournament
Aug. 31, 2018 - 50AAA/Gold Division 1. Scrap Iron Elite ==Denver Colorado2. Scrao Iron Alliance == Colorado Springs Colorado3. KC Vintage == Kansas City MOMen's ...
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Lorenzi Park
Aug. 27, 2018 - Jon44 ... You've mentioned Lorenzi Park in two separate threads, so will reply only here to avoid redundancy ... There are a lot of field utilization ...
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southern Cal
July 23, 2018 - I most likely know Dave's answer but will try anyway. For 2019 Can we move the 40s spring tourney back to palm springs or maybe San Diego. Always ...
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Ken Lipinski
Aug. 13, 2018 - From Joe LecakEarly on in my time with senior softball Kenny asked me to play with the Mavericks. What I’ll never forget was the first thing Kenny ...
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Tournament Prizes
June 26, 2018 - Congrats on your first post, JT130.The only SSUSA tournament that costs $700 to play is the World Masters Championships. That event gives away ...
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WORLDS AND NEW 4 DAY FORMAT
July 3, 2018 - Lorenzi getting shut down to 2 fields is a very big deal. Now there are a ton of 2 field complexes to try to make work logistically, which I can only ...
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Terminology
June 26, 2018 - HJ, to me it is a correctable error. I am not sure that the terminology appears in any of the rulebooks that I have ever seen of any association. ...
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I want play
May 15, 2018 - for any Palm Springs, CA or Reno, NV senior softball tournaments I am available; 55+, 60+ //1st, 2nd, outfield, 3rd, run kinda fast /Mesquite ...
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Southwest Championships
April 23, 2018 - Totally agree. 40s seem to go great. Texting to get bracket adjusted times was easy, games on time or early and majority of umps made it about the ...
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Stealing other teams Softballs
April 27, 2018 - I have not had the pleasure of meeting WCM #00, but I do know his name is Kevin B. I saw him play in Vegas a couple of years ago and when I ...
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SCHEDULES: Frederick County Classic
April 1, 2018 - Coaches received an email from me this morning with TENTATIVE schedules for the Frederick County Classic. The schedule was built with built with a ...
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Player classifications
March 18, 2018 - cheezhed1 ... Presuming the player aged up to 70+, he brings his rating history with him, which means the 65-Major+ converts to 70-Major+ ... Unless ...
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Recent TOC Tourney Format question
Feb. 13, 2018 - Just recently returned from the TOC in Fla and my only beef is with the 55/60 teams being combined. I understand yes, there are guaranteed games and ...
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Spring World 40's Teams???
Feb. 12, 2018 - Historically??? 40s have been held in palm springs the last several years. With that said I know 3 AZ teams going
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Spot the Major + player
Feb. 1, 2018 - One of the player/coaches of a league team I was on last year basically said what Dave alluded to. My friend just got back from one of the world ...
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Birmingham 1 Day tourney, March 3
Jan. 27, 2018 - The address for George Ward Park (aka Green Springs) is 16th St South.Teams entered are: 70: For Freedom, Travelers, Deep South65: Huntsville, ...
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What Became of 30+ Ounce Bats?
Jan. 25, 2018 - Which brings up a good point. I believe cyborg is essentially correct. They would potentially need to “tune down“ the performance of many of the ...
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I Believe!
Jan. 20, 2018 - This past week was a bit difficult for my wife. It was the 10th anniversary of her Father's death. They were always close; my F-I-L was a very good ...
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1-1 or 0-0 Count
Feb. 3, 2018 - From the this lady's view: I just returned from the tournament in Palm Springs for Ladies only. 1-1 count with no foul for everyone. Not sure that ...
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Player Ejection
Dec. 30, 2017 - Last year in Palm Springs 40's a play shoved an umpire. The umpire ejected him. It was the second player ejected within a matter of minutes. Game was ...
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Players move to 70's
Dec. 14, 2017 - Alamo ... If the player "ages up" to 70+ and plays ONLY on a 70-AAA team (Rating Index = 3), he brings his new 70-Major rating index (R/I = 4) with ...
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Results
Dec. 14, 2017 - gray, I think SSUSA has addressed this during the World Huntsman games. The glitch comes with the number of teams in each division. The current ...
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Birmingham 1-day Warmup Tourney
Dec. 4, 2017 - Saturday, March 3, 2018, at George Ward Park (aka: Green Springs). 3 gg, RR format. I have 5 fields; taking 4 teams per field; start at 9 a.m. ...
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St George
Nov. 28, 2017 - CALLING AL 40s MENS TEAMSWho is going to St George on March 24 and 25th? The Palm Springs 40s has been moved and wanted to see if the same teams are ...
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65 AA - Southern California
Nov. 29, 2017 - Rick, we are not going to Bullhead. There is a Tourney in Palm Springs on 1/31 - 2/2. If interested give me a call and I will give you the info. We ...
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SSUSA thank you
Nov. 9, 2017 - Dave last question is at George replacing the palm springs 40s spring championships?
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Wyoming Senior Ball
Nov. 6, 2017 - Here is a list of all the teams SSUSA has listed that borders your state. I would suggest reaching out to these teams and see if they are in need of ...
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Huntsman Results
Oct. 22, 2017 - Dan ... Not necessarily! ... In my dialog so far with QuickScores, the overall size of the tournament isn't nearly as significant an issue as the ...
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Is it fair?
Oct. 6, 2017 - In reality - no, not fair. The hypothetical team you describe would dominate a 50M tournament, but it would be acceptable technically for you guys to ...
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Time limit
Oct. 4, 2017 - Real Simple. If the city of Las Vegas, Park District and the local softball association agrees to bring in a major tournament (600+ teams)that ...
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Any results yet for the 50 major?
Oct. 5, 2017 - SKings24 ... That's a common misconception by many on the player's team rating history concept ... SSUSA rates TEAMS, but DOES NOT rate players ... ...
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worth wicked
Sept. 28, 2017 - Big CatThe reports at the field match exactly what you say. The bat is selling faster than anticipated out here due to its fantastic performance out ...
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Vegas Brackets
Sept. 18, 2017 - CallaVett and curveball ... It's done through my proprietary scheduling system software ... But here's a brief overview of a 2-pod system ... I'm ...
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Las Vegas Softball
Sept. 15, 2017 - TAT, don't know where you get your information, but those tournaments are not locked up for the next 10 years. If people don't like going to the ...
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Rocky Mountain Fields
Aug. 30, 2017 - I want to thank everyone that helped put together the Rocky Mountain this past weekend. I am sure a lot of hard work and effort went into making it ...
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Players with the same number on a team
Aug. 25, 2017 - stick8 ... I had that same question right on my fingertips as you posted! ... I'm all about playing the game and having fun doing so, with no thought ...
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Rocky Mountain Championships
Aug. 11, 2017 - Why are the updated scores at any tournament anywhere to be found? Also why are 99% of the tournaments ring option(which means after paying %700-$850 ...
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Warm up bat swing
Aug. 2, 2017 - Do this exercise holding a bat in one hand at a time. Keep your arm and bat level and do 10 reps. As you return to face forward, switch the bat ...
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You make the call!
July 12, 2017 - Runner on second base- 2 outs. Batter at plate. Umpire calls two strikes,the third pitch is called a ball.The next pitch hits in the middle of the ...
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Bat for an ASA 52/275 ball.
July 20, 2017 - That being the case obviously if he has the option to use his senior bat that would be the first choice. If he needs a USSSA bat I'd suggest any of ...
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Latest Ratings :-)
June 14, 2017 - 40+ Men - - All ratings Team name City State Rating Updated Country Financial Elmhurst IL Major May 31, 2017 Game Over Sacramento CA Major May 18, ...
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Senior Softball Tournament Prizes
May 21, 2017 - The last 2 tournaments we won bat bags and Addidas Dri-fits. Both prizes were pretty good quality items. I know we appreciated them because it was 5 ...
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Prayers needed
May 3, 2017 - Father of goodness and Love, Hear our prayers, we pray that YOU will lay your healing Hands upon Mike Ayo, his family and friends. We beg You to have ...
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Rock Ball in Vegas
April 25, 2017 - Our LVSSA team worked various fields last FR.-Sun. A few of us worked Warm Springs on Fri. and watched the 60M. Do to the steady and strong wind ...
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Birmingham/ Nationals
April 20, 2017 - I am looking for a 60's team to play with in Nationals in Birmingham. I am playing with my 55's but would also like to play with a 60's team which ...
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Nationals in Birmingham
April 20, 2017 - I would like to play with a 60's team in Birmingham. I am 59-1/2 and will be playing with a 55+ team after 60's are done but I will be coming early. ...
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Looking to play in Orlando Florida
April 16, 2017 - Best way to find a team is to show up on Saturday mornings at Red Bug Lake park in Winter Springs. All the 50's players in the area show up as well ...
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Softball Burnout
March 17, 2017 - Just wondering if anyone can give me some words of wisdom about getting past this feeling of Senior Softball burnout!!Last year ended up not being ...
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Game Times
March 17, 2017 - Explanation is all I am looking for. I am never one to complain, but we are playing in Palm Springs this weekend 40 Major+ and there are only 4 ...
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trump rocks
March 11, 2017 - Slip if the tongue Staff, or slip of the typing fingers! I know that, I work at both of them. Had the upcoming Springs on my mind I guess. Thanks ...
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Looking for Players
March 7, 2017 - San diego stars is looking for players we are going to palm springs in may . They are in need of a pitcher.
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Staying behind the pitching screen
Feb. 22, 2017 - Boro, BJ is correct on it's a league thing. But, there are some very good senior leagues that allow the pitcher to pitch over the screen. Palm ...
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A True Equalizer
Feb. 15, 2017 - It's been awhile since I've responded to or got involved with any of the conversations. And this my brothers, if I recall correctly, is the first ...
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palm springs tournament feb 1
Jan. 31, 2017 - any 65 team need player for palm springs this week,,,,,,,,,,
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One Day Practice Tourney in Birmingham
Jan. 8, 2017 - Scheduled for Saturday, March 4, in Birmingham, Alabama. Location is George Ward Park (AKA Green Springs).I have 5 fields; 4 team RR on each field, ...
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new ratings in December
Jan. 4, 2017 - Staff I got this,55-60-65Right Click Sort Copy Paste 55+ Men - - All ratings Team name City StateRatingUpdatedThe CoreLas VegasNVMajorJan. 3, 2017WC ...
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Staff
Dec. 24, 2016 - Dave it's not going to make much difference how we store our balls (except Benjii4'/Aftershocks idea)when every umpire puts the extra balls on the ...
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Palm Springs
Dec. 5, 2016 - Looking to play Palm Springs in January 40ies 50ies or 55
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Sun rule
Dec. 1, 2016 - Dbax, you're not thinking this through. I had just such a game at Palm Springs. It was February. The sun was low. The teams on the field before us ...
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injured player
Nov. 7, 2016 - Saw an older player break his hip on his swing. He was sprawled across the plate for 20-25 minutes until paramedics came with stretcher. Pretty hard ...
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Tournament Team
Oct. 30, 2016 - I will be able to play 70AA this year have a lot of tournament experience, play outfield RF/RC have played on tournament teams and league in Las ...
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Where to get a pitching screen
Oct. 17, 2016 - I have searched high and low for a portable, fold up pitching screen.....our team is looking for the kind that has the snap poles and the netting ...
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brackets for Las Vegas
Oct. 5, 2016 - John KC Kids 1st Sidewinders 2nd and 3rd was Auto Accessory John are you guys going to play in Palm Springs the 4th 5th 6th of November Jerry Smith
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Senior Softballs-44/375
Nov. 12, 2016 - Used the ISSA Tattoo ball in Palm Springs last weekend. Temperatures we're in the high 80's low 90's but ball performed great.
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Rocky Mountain
Sept. 2, 2016 - NYGNYY-BOND My team always brings ice chest's to all tournaments. All you have to do is go to Costco or any market and buy the small bottles of water ...
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Heat stroke
Aug. 30, 2016 - Dave, this does sound hilarious, but I have played in a tournament like that in the Palm Springs heat in my younger days. We started at 7am and ended ...
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Colin Kaepernick
Sept. 1, 2016 - This is what I find interesting, I have most of these posts and it almost makes CK points, people have got on here and belittled the man, called him ...
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ProSwingEZ
Aug. 18, 2016 - I came across a product that I am curious about. It is called ProSwingEZ. Some of you probably know about it already. It is a pair of rubber rings ...
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Fellow player needs help
Dec. 23, 2016 - As I am another one of Mikes close friends, I have been with this ordeal from the start. God Bless all of you that have had Mike in your thoughts and ...
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HOW TO PREVENT A HEATSTROKE
June 29, 2016 - You demean the positive contributions of those who have initiated and posted meaningful advice in this thread, and you do so by an attack on free ...
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What do you expect?
June 7, 2016 - The bags awarded to champions last weekend in Reno were actually pretty cool! The warm up jackets for the champions at the LVSSA championships this ...
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Chopped Ball
April 26, 2016 - I guess I should clarify. This is how it is in USSSSA. As also seen in utrip conf. game a big HR hitter dropped his grip to slap "caca" the ball to ...
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Palm Springs May 7-8 2016
April 21, 2016 - Looking to fill in for a team in the 55's or 60's division in Palm Springs the weekend of May 7-8, 2016. Outfield, good glove, good wheels, no bionic ...
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Half Run Rule
April 14, 2016 - It was my understanding that this rule was put in place because the BHC tournaments shared fields with Youth and Adult groups who had reservations at ...
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Vegas 50's Fields
April 19, 2016 - The last tournament we played in at BLD in Palm Springs (actually Cathedral City) didn't charge the players an entry fee, they were paid for by the ...
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asking for opinions
April 7, 2016 - Sorry-have had to play 65 teams with our 70 team. Even withthe x-tra player and the 5 runs, talent level and ability was huge. Which brings me to ...
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Shawnee tourney
April 4, 2016 - Sparky's comment brings up a question: what do sponsors expect when their team wins a major tournament? In recent years, I have been playing on the ...
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New Complex in Sanford Fla.
March 6, 2016 - Don't know if it's the one about which you're inquiring, but there's a new complex about ten miles south of the airport at Central Winds Park in ...
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ISA WINTER NATIONALS March 12&13
March 6, 2016 - With less than a week before the start of the tournaments, nothing has been posted. DOES ANYONE KNOW THE FOLLOWING:1) Venue. Rumor has it, their ...
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How is this scored #2
March 7, 2016 - Same scenario Batter B has hit out of order, Batter A now in the box and takes Ball 1 and then defensive coach brings to the umpires attention that ...
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43 yr old looking for a team
Feb. 23, 2016 - From Southern California, Palm Springs area looking for a 40 up team. Play every week at Big League in Cathedral City. Looking for a team or ...
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bat rolling
March 6, 2016 - During this thread, I have heard SSUSA indicate bat rolling is illegal. I agree 100%. I have never done it and don't want to. However, some ...
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Birmingham Tourney Schedule
Feb. 15, 2016 - We play at George Ward Park (AKA Green Springs), the address is: 331 16th Ave S Birmingham, Alabama 35205.There are lower and upper parking lots. ...
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Batting Average or On Base Percentage
Feb. 26, 2016 - My team worries about neither. We don't keep any stats. One of the advantages of our roster, that has been basically the same since 2002, is that ...
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Was it just me Superbowl
Feb. 8, 2016 - Thought the half time show was very weak. Springsteen, Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Michael Jackson, Aerosmith, U2, Mandonna, Diana Ross, etc. ...
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Travelling question
Jan. 19, 2016 - Hey Stick,You forgot to mention your USSSA Hall of Fame ring and your dozen other World Championship rings.... do you wear them or take a chance and ...
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Status of the GSC bat
Dec. 29, 2015 - I'm no lawyer but years ago a family member owned a building whose main tenant was a law firm. I was hired to be the building manager and thru my ...
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Poindexter is Selected
Dec. 7, 2015 - Clyde(Poindexter)Phillips was selected to be inducted into the SSUSA HALL OF FAME next year. Clyde retired from senior softball earlier this year. ...
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2015 Winter Worlds/Phoenix and Beyond
Oct. 28, 2015 - 63 Year old Major player looking to join team for Winter Worlds in Phoenix Nov 2015 and beyond. In my 5 years in Senior Softball have won 3 World and ...
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Why is this rule not enforced??
Oct. 21, 2015 - I suggested this some time in the past and the Staff might encourage park districts to do this. I have played at more and more fields that have the ...
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Major 40+ Brackets
Oct. 16, 2015 - Dave you forgot the 37 sets of RingsI have been involved in rental at vegas before. Until you go there and see the prices you would be floored at the ...
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Can you get faster?
Oct. 13, 2015 - Unless you're restricted do to arthritis or old injures, just about everyone can improve on their speed. Just improving on your flexibility in your ...
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World Masters Tournament 55AAA
Sept. 28, 2015 - Congrats to Senior Softball for a great tournament! Format was good, considering the amount of teams. However...I do have some pretty serious ...
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Doc Romero
Sept. 16, 2015 - CAT,Doc Romeo (no "r") is a fine facility. The infields and outfields are fine. There IS a restroom there but as staff noted, it is about 175 yards ...
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Mad Dog
Sept. 15, 2015 - Bob, all of the Texas Rattlers give a big shout outGET WELL and We are going to miss you in Vegas.Mad Dog (I know I am just being kind) is a great ...
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Another Safe or out Question
Sept. 2, 2015 - While other associations would have rewarded both Teams with first place awards especially since the game was played under championship rules and ...
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Favorite Baseball Movie
Aug. 18, 2015 - BOY!!, those old movie titles you guys are naming sure brings back a lot of memories. I had forgotten several of them and bet most of our younger ...
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Soccer shoes
Aug. 3, 2015 - We had a teammate using soccer cleats and he has since changed to a turf shoe. I understood that the long cleats and rigid sole was too much for an ...
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WHAT IS THE DEFINITION OF A FULL SWING
July 31, 2015 - 1jonsey ... The intent of the Rulebook §7.6 H. is is pretty clear: to prohibit the "bunt" or "chop" swing ... Reading anything more into any rule, ...
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No Lead Offs
July 18, 2015 - I have a question.... and maybe its been asked before and answered but I have only been playing Senior Ball for 2.5 years...I know the base paths ...
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VEGAS FIELDS
July 9, 2015 - Actually the two north diamonds at Shadow Rock are outstanding the other two suck. Arroyo Grande, Big League Dreams, Desert Breeze, Sunset and ...
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Western Nationals
July 8, 2015 - It's so awesome that field locations are listed for the Worlds in Vegas. Never before this early. (Hope the Warm Springs location is a misprint).Now ...
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Remember When...........
June 28, 2015 - Saw this article in my old hometown newspaper, the Lansing State Journal and thought it would take everyone back to the good 'ol days. Although this ...
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Smoky Mtn.
June 12, 2015 - I played M+ at Sandy Springs as well and would agree with Grimmie. Fields were OK and I really did not have issues with the umpiring there.
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Bat physics/dynamics question
June 3, 2015 - Using my Swing Speed Radar I found my bat speed is +- 5mph faster.As discussed here before, it's the mass found in end loaded bats that increase ...
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Old stories of bat doctoring
June 5, 2015 - Nancy is right on. Guys would cut off the end cap, ram tennis balls or superballs in and have metal workers weld it back and finish it so you could ...
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Looking for team in Utah
May 21, 2015 - Tx for info re: touching states and Gary (Mgr Mt Mikes) I will contact you and the guys Friday afternoon. Hope someone picks me up but go Legends.. ...
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Ball B.S. In lee county
May 18, 2015 - Our pick-up group just purchased 3 dozen 44/375 Trump Stote ISA balls for our morning pick-up games. Great balls good knock sound off the bats and ...
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chomping at the bit
May 17, 2015 - I have played softball for several years love to travel and play state qualifiers. Am located in san bernardino can play in palm springs,ca or rancho ...
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new umps
May 5, 2015 - Rich, it would probably be better for you to contact the individual directors. Each tournament may be handled a little differently. I make some ...
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TOC Rings
May 3, 2015 - I noticed that it says winners of each division win rings. Do they give them out even if only 2 teams show up? For instance the 40s division had 2 ...
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Major plus problem
April 26, 2015 - My answer is...make it more enticing for major teams to move up by reducing the huge difference in talent from the couple/few dynasty groups of ...
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Woman 55 looking for Team
April 12, 2015 - Hi, I have a new 50+ tournament team looking for someone with multiple talents. We are going to Palm Springs on May 2-3. If interested email me at ...
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Arizona 60+ Major Looking for team.
April 1, 2015 - Arizona 60+ Major player looking to join a team. Hit .755 for the past season. Hit .785 at World Championships in Las Vegas. Play 3rd, 2nd and 1st ...
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AZ Roadrunners have disbanned
March 26, 2015 - It was with much sadness that I read today that the AZ Roadrunners who had been moved up to major last Oct after finishing 3rd in World have decided ...
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SSUSA survey
March 29, 2015 - I am waiting for a reply from SSUSA Staff on this .... When someone brings up something that would help the game we love such as the 1-1 count .... ...
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Required Face Masks
March 17, 2015 - Omar; duly noted.Our team's injury history has been closer to that of Swings so maybe everyone's is slightly different.We've had a couple of ...
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Player in Houston
April 20, 2015 - Yea I've played in that one and the one in Palm Springs. Yes they are nice parks. I played in the B state tourney in Baytown a few years back. Keep ...
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50 MAJOR & MAJOR PLUS COMBINED
March 1, 2015 - The one-up rule is the best thing with no dbo's, it's so simple and fair! Didn't know they only played 65' bases, 70' brings more defense into play.
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New Hyper Z pretty impressive!
Feb. 13, 2015 - I brought this up in an earlier post how "better than" bats keep coming out. My thought continues to be the following: If a bat cannot exceed 1.21 on ...
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TOC follow up
Feb. 10, 2015 - Played in the TOC last week and was totally dissatisfied with the way it was run in the 60 platinum division.There was only 1 60 major+ entered and 3 ...
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Lost in Las Vegas
Feb. 12, 2015 - Sloth. contact me. We are playing in Palm Springs this weekend. We are a 55 team here in Vegas.wayne8499@hotmail.com
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Feb. 28, Birmingham One-Day tourney
Jan. 19, 2015 - at George Ward Park (AKA Green Springs) 331 16th Ave S. Info: Steve 205-647 2881 $160 3ggTeams in: Brooks/Crim, Chattanooga Chooz, Huffman ...
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Players needed for 55 team
Jan. 12, 2015 - Sol Sisters 55 is looking for 3-4 players for the Palm Springs tournament, February 14 & 15. Doesn't matter what position you play. Please respond ...
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An Old(er) Post for Southpaw
Jan. 12, 2015 - My grandparents lived between Petoskey and Harbor Springs, Michigan, and you talk about cold in the winter. And they had no indoor plumbing, just an ...
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Stupid question
Jan. 2, 2015 - Ring AWARD events are those where the winners earn free rings. There are two of those events, the LVSSA/SSUSA World Masters Championships and the ...
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worlds masters vegas 2014
Dec. 21, 2014 - rtaven - There are temporary rating changes for many teams to get the "proper ratings" in place for the upcoming TOC in February, including the Vacar ...
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Best turf shoes out there
Dec. 10, 2014 - I think Boombah shoes are good but overrated.When it comes to buying things like shoes it is better to go to a "brick and mortar" store and try the ...
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Home plate Mat size change?
Dec. 4, 2014 - BW, I will agree that USSSA has not evolved into anything special at this point.I paid no attention to how there worlds went but..I would guess they ...
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courtesy runners
Nov. 28, 2014 - The last three or four post brings out why I stated there is no way to draft a rule to cover all game conditions, there would be just too many gray ...
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Florida Bound
Nov. 21, 2014 - Ed -- We will be playing our annual Black Friday charity games if you would like to drive to Alatamonte Springs. I will be sending out the ...
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Team move-ups
Oct. 28, 2014 - LP: Not hard to figure at all ... SPA and SSUSA both have provisions to determine winners in weather-shortened events ... That TX team was declared ...
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Men 50 team!!
Oct. 16, 2014 - Charles, Along with the great opportunity presented by Mike Adair, there is also a local organization that supports senior softball enthusiasts. The ...
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Fields and Teams - Major Tournaments
Oct. 15, 2014 - Not gonna happen. SPA is South, ISA - NortheastSSUSA - WestVegas is the best city for a venue of this size West of the Mississippi. Cheapish flights ...
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Field assignments.
Aug. 22, 2014 - Well, it appears there is some confusion or lack of understanding about how the TENTATIVE field assignments are generated, so here's some additional ...
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NorCal Warriors bumped to Major Plus
July 28, 2014 - TOKE9, I think we played your team at ssusa worlds in the major division three years ago.I understand how frustrating rclassing can be.Our MTC 50 ...
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contact info
July 16, 2014 - Does anyone have a contact number for the Leo Miller senior softball league in Altamonte Springs, FL? The one listed on the website is disconnected.
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R Broomes
June 14, 2014 - Need to get in touch with R Broome out of Powder Springs Ga. My number 615-419-2632. It's a cell number you can text his number if you want. Thanks. ...
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glove
May 28, 2014 - Has anyone picked up a tan Rawlings glove with the name Harvey Kost on it. It may have been picked up by mistake in Hot Springs,Arkansas at a ...
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55' s AAA Pitcher
May 27, 2014 - Palm Springs based 55 AAA team looking for a pitcher. We like to play all the big western tournaments as well as the TOC. Reigning 55 AAA champs. ...
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Tee-shirts or other prizes?
May 23, 2014 - I forgot one thing, the really best thing I won was from the real TOC (ssusa), a free ring....it was NICE!!! Rings are only good for nationals and ...
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Looking for a 55 or 60 team
April 17, 2014 - Ken is the "real deal." If you are in need of an outfielder or just want to improve the outfield you have, you need to take a look at this guy. ...
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cor and compression
April 17, 2014 - Yea it is amazing how many guys once they start senior ball and can hit with a Ulta II go get tattoos and put earings in so they think they can ...
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SSUSA TOURNAMENTS...???
April 17, 2014 - I forgot. Senior Moment. Vicki Oltean runs an excellant tournaments in Palm Springs. If I'm not mistaken her tournaments fall under the SPA ...
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Looking for a team
April 11, 2014 - Hello,I am interested in playing on a travel team, Im a 50 Majors/Major + player, Im a lefty in can hit for power or whatever, great speed, I play ...
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Introducing the latest technology
April 3, 2014 - Webbie and Imlay, thanks for this mental diversion. Coachie never wanted the curve handled bat. We were sponsored by One Cryo for a couple of ...
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join a team.
April 11, 2014 - Hello,I am interested in playing on a travel team, Im a 50 Majors/Major + player, Im a lefty in can hit for power or whatever, great speed, I play ...
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looking to play tournaments
April 11, 2014 - Hello,I am interested in playing on a travel team, Im a 50 Majors/Major + player, Im a lefty in can hit for power or whatever, great speed, I play ...
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Looking to play
March 26, 2014 - I am looking to play in Las Vegas April 26th/27th and Palm Springs May 3/4th, either 50's or 55's. The team I was playing with last year is no ...
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OBSTRUCTION
April 1, 2014 - Nancy I do not have a horse in the race either. I have been umpiring since 1985 and I understand that an umpire must call a ruling by the way it is ...
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Asa bats
March 10, 2014 - Hi all.my thoughts on asa bats.I have owned 3 combat derby boys(all 3 broke in less than a month,the compression rings).I also have the Combat Wanted ...
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Time to move TOC
Feb. 19, 2014 - I can understand all the points for changing dates for TOC, but also see that a lot of time and money has already been invested. The logistics of a ...
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palm springs
Feb. 11, 2014 - 65 yr old looking to hook up with team and play next 3 days in palm springs,,,,,,,,,,thanks
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palm springs
Feb. 10, 2014 - has any 65 teams came up short for tournament in palm springs this week,,,,,,iam not looking for tryout ,,,,65 yr old socal will play any position u ...
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WINTERCREST
Feb. 12, 2014 - hooverdog - YES, that year I had trouble with both shoulders, quads, tricepts, and hamstrings. And they were very nice looking young women.
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Reebok Barrage update
Feb. 24, 2014 - Took swings this weekend(baseball field 354ft in the power alley). One of my hitting partners, (won't tell you his name but he goes by Dave Sumpter) ...
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non roster tournaments
Jan. 31, 2014 - r these non roster tournaments,,,palm springs feb 12,,,,,,,,hemet feb 15,,,,,,,,,,and perris feb 26,,,,,if so does that mean anyone can get picked up ...
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Looking for a team 50's
Jan. 10, 2014 - Hello, I did put a post on here. I forgot to let you know a few things. I'm in Southern Calif. Palm Springs. Will travel. I play 3 nights a week with ...
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where are all the pitchers
Jan. 21, 2014 - yooper how many guys got hit in our leauge last year.the bats make a difference(ASA) but I tell my guys to hit the holes in outfield,that way forces ...
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SolSisters 55
Jan. 6, 2014 - SolSisters 55 is a So Cal based team looking for some new players! Especially for Palm Springs in Feb. We had a few gals retire at the end of last ...
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Happy New Years
Jan. 1, 2014 - Amen to that Happy New Year to all. Enjoy the game no matter what the rule changes are. Besides the love of my wife, children and grandchildren this ...
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TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS
Jan. 29, 2014 - There are tournaments in Altamonte Springs class D and E at Semonile Park the next 2 weekends.Not far from Disney.Someone will probably need ...
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players please respond to rule changes
Dec. 12, 2013 - I am still one that appreciates very much that SSUSA exists and they put in long hours to put on a series of tournaments for us to play throughout ...
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Southpaw's Annual Warm-up Tourney
Dec. 11, 2013 - A one-day tourney on Saturday, March 1, 2014, IN BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA. The location is George Ward park (AKA Green Springs). I will have 5 fields ...
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New rule
Dec. 10, 2013 - PattyMac,Keep swinging the bat! Let Mr 400 (batting avg, I'm sure) get lucking every now and then and hit a HR! He can then pat himself on the back ...
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2014 season-player cards--TOC etc.
Oct. 23, 2013 - The deal with the new players cards, 2014 computer program not ready or whatever, brings up a point I often think about.Maybe it's time for SSUSA to ...
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Oct. 18, 2013 - I just re-read the email sent out to the managers again. just to clarify: there were 61 teams in the tourney x $525 entry fee = $32,000 taken in ...
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Oct. 10, 2013 - Golong-it seems easy to see that when you play. But the truth is that SSUSA is seriously caught in the middle. They have tried hard to move teams up, ...
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Las Vegas 2013
Oct. 6, 2013 - To SSUSA:Thanks for another great weekend! We played on some crappy fields (Warm Springs) and some great fields (Arroyo Grande), but really ...
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Oct. 1, 2013 - All of the umpires we had were fine. We played at three sites. Dos Escuelas which was awful. No concession stand and restrooms a long way off. More ...
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Sept. 30, 2013 - By far the best and most competitive major plus tournament we have played in 10 years! Thanks Terry and Fran for the venue and the opportunity to ...
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Sept. 2, 2013 - Scott, we all know what the rules state for the majority, but it is not necessarily applied to every team. I will continue to state my best example ...
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Sept. 6, 2013 - There are no dynasty group of playering winning multiple rings year after year in the AA, AAA, and Major programs for sure..And....all those ...
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Sept. 3, 2013 - Hello to whom it may concern,I am interested in playing on a travel team, Im a 50 Majors player, Im a lefty in can hit for power or whatever, great ...
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Sept. 3, 2013 - Hello,I am interested in playing on a travel team, Im a 50 Majors player, Im a lefty in can hit for power or whatever, great speed, I play ...
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Aug. 21, 2013 - Bob,Great question….. the Melee Yellow is end loaded……. and the U2 is balanced…. the bats will swing differently…. My search was for a ...
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Aug. 20, 2013 - Sorry Rated Athletics went to Sacramento. You know Tim all venues and areas have their pluses and minuses. Our fields down here are the best ...
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Sept. 3, 2013 - Hello Mike,I am interested in playing on a travel team, Im a 50 Majors player, Im a lefty in can hit for power or whatever, great speed, I play ...
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Aug. 12, 2013 - Gary,Yes...the taping and wrapping methods can be used temporarily until a permanent device can be dispensed. I often use them after giving an ...
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Sept. 3, 2013 - Hello to whom it may concern,I am interested in playing on a travel team, Im a 50 Majors to Major + player, Im a lefty and can hit for power or ...
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July 11, 2013 - I am always amazed that guys do play without a cup-no matter what position they play. I cannot count the times I have been hit in the cup by a ...
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July 2, 2013 - Along with all the comments above, the awards for division winners was once again a polo shirt or a Senior Softball hat that were not representative ...
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June 28, 2013 - Never lifted weights in my life or worked out in a gym. I find it very boring. In fact I never played sports till I was 59, after a bout with ...
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June 26, 2013 - Dave I play for the 70 AA Crackers We are not a good team.Under this format some of these guys will never get a chance for a ring.Under the way ...
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Major Plus
June 24, 2013 - Speaking as a member of a team that just got moved to Major Plus, the rules stink for that classification. Our team loves to play the game the way ...
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looking to play
June 18, 2013 - Looking to play 40ies or 50ies . Im a utility play who can play any were . have a good bat and glove and descent speed. Team player . Please contact ...
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June 24, 2013 - Biggie...it looks like you got all the info your going to get...if you are looking for more info maybe you can list individual teams for a clearer ...
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June 17, 2013 - MarioWe will be playing our regular Saturday Senior pickup games on Saturday, June 29. You are welcome to join us.We will also be playing Thursday, ...
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May 9, 2013 - I just received an update from my manager on the league rules:"The ASA and USSSA are the only bats approved for our Senior league . Any SSUSA or ...
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May 2, 2013 - Sorry gentlemen, but your losing me on the old school/new school debate. The issue for me is simple. Where in any of our lifetimes have you ever seen ...
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April 29, 2013 - Wow, taits, talk about a comprehensive questionnaire:1. $300; $350 qualifier; $400 major. Tournaments more than $500 are wasted money in my team’s ...
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April 28, 2013 - Monsta brings it home!!!!! My boys go 6-0 in the 40+ Major division and bring home the title. Way to Monsta Mash guys!!!
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May 24, 2013 - Being half deaf, I rarely hear anything from the catcher and a lot of times don't hear illegal pitch calls that an umpire makes too softly, let alone ...
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April 8, 2013 - Marv- Got a bud in Palm Springs that's selling the Monsta's, and swears by them. Perhaps I need to get one and come over your way with the team and ...
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March 12, 2013 - What did I miss?FORD ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF DEBT RESTRUCTURING INITIATIVES AS PART OF COMPANY’S TRANSFORMATION PLAN•Ford Motor Company has launched ...
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Spring Worlds Mesquite condo
March 9, 2013 - We overbooked condos for Spring Worlds in Mesquite . I have a 3 bedroom ,2 bath Condo with a sofa sleeper . Sleeps 8 . Beautifully furnished, heated ...
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March 9, 2013 - Olie04Will comment only on what I have seen/heard. No second hand.In a tourney between prelim games, heard a player whisper to another if he was ...
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March 9, 2013 - I enjoyed both stories myself guys thanks for sharing. My story is kind of long but one I remember like yesterday. It still brings a tear to my eyes ...
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March 2 Tourney in Birmingham
Feb. 27, 2013 - Due to weather conditions, the tourney is cancelled. Thanks to everyone who expressed interest. There is a possibility I can secure fields (Green ...
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March 8, 2013 - When I was on vacation in Daytona I tried to order a the new miken ultra11 2pc el from Kelleys. Because my home address was in Canada they said they ...
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Feb. 28, 2013 - RB, a M+ player is, IMO, anyone that can play at that level successfully. It isn't defined by power and this becomes more true with each ascending ...
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Feb. 18, 2013 - Just so you know: George Ward Park is the official name for map purposes. Locally, it s known as Green Springs. Thanks
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Feb. 13, 2013 - addison's from florida beat KINNCO SERVICES in the if game to take home the rings,hit the crap out of the ball 3,4,& 5 hitter's hit ball 350 at ...
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Feb. 11, 2013 - Team 1 Sports (FL) defeated Good Times (FL) in the Championship game. Team 1 is the Major+ Champion and Good Times took home the trophy and rings ...
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Jan. 28, 2013 - Well guys I'm going to jump into the fray here with a blast from the past and nominate an ex-team mate - BP partner & friend. AC Linde was a great ...
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TOC 55 division
Jan. 23, 2013 - Good luck to my old 55 Fangrabber team in next month's TOC...You guys should bring home the rings, but a 3 day tourney with only 4 teams is a little ...
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Jan. 18, 2013 - After reading his posts I'm not so sure I'd want this guy on my team.I get the feeling he brings a potential attitude problem.
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Feb. 18, 2013 - Just messing with you... you have been doing well with the rings... Keep up the good work.. my team has everyone back, so no room at the time... ...
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Dec. 24, 2012 - The rule in question has been amended as follows and is applicable at all rating levels of play: §8.4(6) • GAME-WINNING HOME RUN A team may hit up ...
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AAA Home Run Outs
Dec. 8, 2012 - I'm a 55AAA player, and I don't like any of the rule changes.The one rule I really wanted is the 1-1 pitch count, which all my park district leagues ...
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2013 Palm Springs Invitational
Dec. 1, 2012 - The Palm Springs Invitational will be held Feb 16-17 & Feb 20-24Registrational is $350Men's Divisions: Men 50, 55, 60 - Feb 16-17. Deadline Feb ...
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Nov. 30, 2012 - SYNOPSIS OF RATIONALE BEHIND SELECTED RULES COMMITTEE DECISIONS • Several here have asked that we communicate additional background information on ...
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Nov. 29, 2012 - Jeff, the Yankees have a salary cap. The Major type ResmOndo teams are killing upper level USSSA.... no need to go into this on the senior site.If ...
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Nov. 27, 2012 - Great catch Cliff, brings back memories of you playing third when we played on the MOB together. Good to see you back on the field again.John Giesler
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Nov. 27, 2012 - As for the alleged problem that "plus is broken", incessantly repeating a theory does not make it correct, just annoying. At least in 50's and 55's, ...
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Nov. 13, 2012 - audieh-I agree with you that both Master Collision and KC Kids were very competitive-both beat us more than once. We knew if we didn't play our best, ...
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Nov. 1, 2012 - SESSION # 1 REVISION - MEN'S 65+ DIVISION • There have been revisions to the Men's 65-Platinum and 65-AAA Divisions resulting from the rating ...
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Oct. 18, 2012 - A Major player cannot be defined by one particular set of skills or measuring stick. A Major player is someone who brings something to a "Major" ...
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Oct. 26, 2012 - In full support of keeping the 70 footers. Really brings the double play back into the game. It also introduced a few pulled hamstrings, but keep ...
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BSC World
Oct. 15, 2012 - Just wanted to let everyone know how well the tourney went this past weekend in Chattanooga, Tenn. We played in the mens 50 and over division. The ...
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Oct. 11, 2012 - That has always been SSUSA policy to have very little awards but have been getting worse. They take little pride when giving awards. They depend on ...
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Oct. 11, 2012 - Ballplayer3 there might be a reason for that. As I understand it, 5 of the SSUSA Umpire-In-Chiefs were fired by SSUSA a short while ago. This is ...
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Oct. 10, 2012 - Actually my concept was for every Plus program. Not just the 50s.Or...haven't you noticed how poorly every Plus program is doing?A player talked to ...
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Oct. 11, 2012 - Doorman when you posted this, "Wives and Girlfriends tend to make threats when going to a destination spots and not enjoying the destination LOL, and ...
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Oct. 8, 2012 - Hey Steve my friend, just reading this post and I am so sad to hear of your Dads passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, ...
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Sept. 30, 2012 - Hey Taits, punched in that e-mail address for Bash, but it only brings me back to this sight.Like i said, i'm computer illiterate, am i doing ...
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Oct. 2, 2012 - Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, please don't try and shove yours down my throat and I won't either... Here's mine - I play with Arizona ...
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Sept. 21, 2012 - armiho brings up an interesting point. If only five runs makes the difference between a Major+ team and Major teams, then the difference is so small ...
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Sept. 17, 2012 - The other qualifiers almost look the same.$525 or more with patches and also some great grab baggifts most likely donated or cost of $8-10 and then ...
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Aug. 30, 2012 - I think player rating should be online and up to date... I also think you take the ambition for some to try and play up with automatic rating them to ...
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Aug. 29, 2012 - gary always got to throw the little dig if they give the rings away for free take them if its an option thats what it is an (option)no one makes you ...
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Tournament Prizes
Aug. 17, 2012 - Just finished the Hoosier Classic and today checked the pairings for Northern Nationals.We played two different teams three times each in Shelbyville ...
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Aug. 7, 2012 - May the lord give the Dowell family the strength needed to get through this difficult time. Once again softball doesn't seem so important but brings ...
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ISA Nationals
July 31, 2012 - Indiana Legends 60AAA recieved free watches with the option of buying rings.
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Aug. 1, 2012 - This whole issue is not about any one team.It's about a failed process in the Plus program.I just don't see how it's right to move teams out of one ...
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July 31, 2012 - Our team, Indiana Legends/Campbell Tire 60AAA won and we were given free watches and t-shirts, with the option of buying rings.That's a pretty good ...
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July 27, 2012 - It seems to me that to grow the top division you would need to regulate the # of returning players to any team that wins the worlds in vegas.Tim has ...
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July 31, 2012 - I was not able to make it to Aurora on July 30th. I will be spendingall of August in Steamboat Springs and would like to keep myself in shape to ...
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July 23, 2012 - From one that has struggled at times with hamstrings-Wintercrest is the best thing. ALSO-and I got this from the Detroit Tigers trainers-get a ...
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July 13, 2012 - Only applies to HR's but a ball out of the area is out of the area and needs to be retrieved. Good sportsmanship should solve some other concerns ...
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July 11, 2012 - LP This same type situation happened a couple of years back that involved 2 fellows playing for a team out of Palm Springs. SSUSA backed the ...
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July 10, 2012 - Turn 2, I don't know who you play for but.....My take on this is you have to regulate the top Division if you ever want a healthy program.The first ...
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July 9, 2012 - This has always been a pet peeve of mine in senior softball. Guys pay alot of money for entrance fees and travel. Then play thier tails off for the ...
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June 28, 2012 - Wow, guys this is great, Gary19 lives near by, and I'm sure he could teach you something about the game or equipment. maybe even show you the rings ...
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June 28, 2012 - Ho, Thanks for sticking up for someone being insulted, even if he brings it on himself. We can stay above the insults by simply ignoring what seems ...
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Moving to Major Plus
June 10, 2012 - I made the move to Major Plus this year from AAA, so I feel I am uniquely qualified to write this. This is targeted to the myriad of players that ...
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June 27, 2012 - Telluride, Colorado Softball tournament is not too far in the distant future. It will be an open tournament so senior teams and young teams may ...
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June 4, 2012 - Hi Nancy,I’m very familiar with BASA. I’ve been playing in that association for well over 25 years.They do tend to understand the gamesmanship I ...
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June 4, 2012 - Larry, Palm Springs league allowed placement of the screen like Omars league, but added if you don't get behind the screen after the pitch, anything ...
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May 29, 2012 - Gary 19, that's how it was in the late 80's and early 90's. If you were a 50 yr old team you played all the 50 yr old teams that showed up for the ...
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May 27, 2012 - I understand how some of you don’t like it……but if you know someone doesn’t like it, doesn’t that give you an advantage over that opponent? ...
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May 26, 2012 - In the ring/ring option tournaments, I agree with you both. Besides the seeding games, the one higher rated team should be allowed to go through the ...
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May 27, 2012 - Tournament players have no idea how helpful their insights can be. An ex-football player, I began playing at 64 and literally had to learn from ...
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THE LECAK THREAD
May 24, 2012 - Joe, I take whatever you say so seriously you get your own thread. If you're going to quote me, please get it right. What I said (years ago) was ...
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May 26, 2012 - Donnie, 5 years ago we went to Palm Springs CA to play in the Senior Softbal World Series as a 50 major plus team. It was a four day tourny, bracket ...
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May 25, 2012 - Mark, thank God I don't get what you allege others do. If the mindset is not to win, and I would hope win with some pride on an equal playing field ...
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May 14, 2012 - Well I've never been a back up player, and I won't start being one now. and I won't play with losers just to play a game of softball. It anit that ...
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May 1, 2012 - Love the 70' bases ... Brings a little bit of defense back into the game ... reduces cheap doubles that should have only been singles.#19
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April 23, 2012 - Hombre... by itself, a PVD is not serious at all. Over time the vitreous shrinks which is just a natural part of the aging process (sorry). The ...
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April 19, 2012 - won, I also have not seen players make this type of choice. In Palm Springs for example, our league was divided into "A" and "B" Division, at least ...
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looking to play tournament
April 11, 2012 - Looking to play tournament, In palm springs area 65 player, outfield aa have tournament experience. email mmclanahan@roadrunner.com
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April 8, 2012 - I had the blue one and it never made it to a game last year... had about 75 swings on it.. the Yellow Macenko was a better bat. I have 4 guys on the ...
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April 9, 2012 - Webbie, your stupid sarcasm aside, if you are correct then the game is so fundamentally flawed. But you will never even begin to acknowledge ...
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April 2, 2012 - lets see we get told we have no pride,and i could go on and on,so yes i do take it personal he brings nothing to this message board,i did look at my ...
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March 30, 2012 - Pricer, one thing to take into consideration is how you will be played defensively if you come to the plate with a metal bat. Speaking ...
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April 2, 2012 - I’ve pulled , strained and torn hamstrings , groin, and quads. I’ve hyper extensions of right knee, running to first base, concussion running ...
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March 23, 2012 - One might thing the better ratings and parings of brackets.Both assn's have been doing a better job.I like old school... I honestly feel brackets ...
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wanting players
March 19, 2012 - Looking for players for Palm Springs 5-5 & 5-6 50ies also for Rock - N - Reno memoroal weekend . Looking for solid out fielders . text me @ 916 710 ...
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March 18, 2012 - I had a yellow one last me the entire year, hit in the snow and hot weather.. bought a Blue one and it didn't even make it to a game.. hit it 75 ...
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March 6, 2012 - HJ,I bought one from Bats Unlimited maybe two years ago. Didn't use it much since I normally swing the Original Combat, Combat Centenarian and the ...
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March 9, 2012 - taits, I'd love to have SPA more active in California, but I'm disappointed they bailed on Reno. Labor Day weekend worked for a lot of teams, but ...
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player available for tournaments
Feb. 21, 2012 - Womens 55 player looking to join a team for the following tournaments:Bay Area Sr Games Sunnyvale Ca 3/10-3/11Palm Springs 5/5-5/6RockNReno ...
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TOC
Feb. 16, 2012 - ALL DIVISIONS IN THE TOC WERE NOT UNDER THE SAME RULES SOME TEAMS THAT WERE AWARDED CHAMPIONSHIPS PLAYED AS EXHIBITION TEAMS THAT COULD NOT ELIMINATE ...
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Feb. 18, 2012 - Sorry Mark just got home today from Florida. We had three great games and always fun playing you guys. James we did get moved up but this TOC you ...
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Feb. 8, 2012 - Marv, those were the days! We used to come down to Jack Bayers shop and get our motor freshened and then head out to do battle at Lions, Fontana, ...
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Feb. 2, 2012 - Actually Gary? If you were part of the ASA Super program in those Howards days you would remember ASA tried a Metro concept to try to stop Dynasty's ...
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April 11, 2012 - Hey Dano, I broke my yellow Macenko and bought a Blue one.. I was not,, I Repeat it was NOT constructed the same way.. only the shape of it was the ...
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Jan. 13, 2012 - I certainly do not seek to speak for Tim Tebow, however, as a Baptist Minister and fellow believer, I do have an opinion and perhaps some insight.I ...
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Jan. 12, 2012 - Dillon1, Sometimes the answer to your question is no answer. I won't go into the boring details how 2 of my previous teams were moved up for winning ...
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Jan. 8, 2012 - My factor might be a little strange. Back in 2002, the Chicago Classics Organization had this huge tryout. Enough men for 7 teams. As managers ...
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Palms Spring Tournament Feb 15-19
Jan. 7, 2012 - Will be in palms springs that week looking for a tournament team to play with, 65 AA Play outfield LC/RC or will catch, or run if needed and can ...
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Jan. 3, 2012 - Dbax...and TOC attendees...here is a listing of hotels that the Florida Half Century uses for tournaments in Auburndale area..hope this information ...
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March 10, 2012 - Mgr./player Vintage 50s AAA 2008-2010, ODB 55 AAA 2011 both teams from Nor Cal this year 2012 Lost Boys 50 AAA St. George,UT number 99 playing ...
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Happy Holidays to all...
Dec. 24, 2011 - I hope santa brings everyone all the latest updated softball items on your wish list.I know santa will bring me everything I ask for because I stole ...
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Dec. 26, 2011 - 1) The bats don't bother me, per se, as much as the many rules that have been put in to accommodate them. They add no value, other than to boost the ...
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Dec. 19, 2011 - I play in 2 senior softball leagues during the week and selected Senior Softball Association Tournaments. If the latter went away I would join ...
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Dec. 17, 2011 - Tater, I thank my wife for cooking meals and washing my clothes when she brings them upstairs. I understand that, and don't think that is an ...
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Dec. 19, 2011 - Hey, Donnie-I have a bunch of relatives in Petoskey/Harbor Springs up there. We even have 4 inches of snow in Albuquerque today. I want summer back.
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Dec. 16, 2011 - No, but I may have played against you in the 2005 CA Cup about that time, when Bob (maddog) was with the Blackhawks.(got to know Bob pretty well ...
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Dec. 6, 2011 - It doesn't take Einstein to figure out we need 'lively bats and balls forever'!! Ooops sorry-time warp.On the serious side, I love the 70 foot ...
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Palms Springs
Nov. 24, 2011 - Curvebal I pitch and playout field will be 65 email did work looking for tournament team and league information AA
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palms springs senior softball
Nov. 23, 2011 - Moving to plams springs looking for a tournament team and league information,will be playing 65 next year any information would help
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Nov. 22, 2011 - Jack, I have played at the BLD parks for in CA for a long time and they have always run them that way. I never experienced a TSA type search, but ...
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Nov. 13, 2011 - Webbie I tend to think the NBA players will eventually settle because being locked out the players aren't getting those big paydays!! As far as ...
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Softball Magazine - current issue
Nov. 8, 2011 - latest issue has 8 action shots and a bunch of team pictues: R&R 60's, Over the Edge, High Desert Roadrunners, Sidewinders, Scrap Iron Reds, ...
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Nov. 8, 2011 - 1969,hummmm... I think that was the year that I lost my virginity, I turn 18 years old, Senior in High school, Man that was a great year. Yea 1969 ...
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Occupy SSUSA
Nov. 4, 2011 - I want to organize an Occupy SSUSA, starting at the Big League Dreams fields 8:00 AM Nov 15th. Please bring your tents, sleeping bags, grills, ...
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Nov. 3, 2011 - rightrj1,I see your point, but like you said, this is a business. It is kind of the same thought regarding ring tournaments. Teams strive to win ...
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Feb. 21, 2012 - Yes, one swinging in the sr hr derby, one about at the 2:00 mark, giving high fives and several in the background of the hr derby's. I wore navy ...
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Oct. 19, 2011 - Hey Guys, I have been trying to land on a team with 40 and over.. I come to play and softball is my passion and hobby and financial is NOT a problem ...
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Oct. 16, 2011 - Gary19....The Worlds is an exclusive event. Years ago, when the topic was sand bagging, I wrote that "RINGS" should only be for major or major +. The ...
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reebok vis a vis ultra....a year later
Oct. 14, 2011 - Ok, around this time last year, the new Reeboks senior bats were first introduced. Most new product offerings go through a few hiccups, and we have ...
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Oct. 12, 2011 - You know what, Gary 19 has irritated me for years. But I am swinging to his line of thinking. My team has won 9 rings over the years. We have a ...
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Oct. 5, 2011 - I play for the love of the game and the Competition...The prizes could and should be nicer..just look at this years PHx tourney..337 teams @ $600.00 ...
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Oct. 18, 2011 - mad dog-I'll be in Thurs around noon if all goes well. I plan to get over to Papago for a while then probably the meeting. Let me know where you will ...
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Oct. 2, 2011 - I just like that ir brings some strategy to the game that would add a little gamesmanship to the last inning, if the visitors go 1 up before the last ...
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Sept. 27, 2011 - Come on #19, I like those 'techno-homers'. I don't have to run or slide into bases, I don't pull hamstrings hitting them, and I am much less sore at ...
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Last Hurrah!
Sept. 20, 2011 - On Saturday, November 19, I will have a one day tourney in Bham, Alabama at George Ward Park (Green Springs). It will be an end of season, fun and ...
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B.A.S.A. WORLD TOURNAMENT
Sept. 12, 2011 - THIS PAST WEEKEND I HAD THE PLEASURE TO PLAY IN THE BLACK WORLD TOURNAMENT HELD IN BIRMINGHAM, AL. OUR SPONSOR PUT IN 2 SENIOR TEAMS IN THE ...
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Sept. 3, 2011 - I have always said there are too many tournaments to pick from. I'd bet there are a half dozen every weekend or close to it to pick from between the ...
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Sept. 1, 2011 - Read the bottom Priority thread in red, but here is synopsis:"The Ratings pages have been updated to reflect changes for teams winning either the SPA ...
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Sept. 2, 2011 - i would like to see 3 groups recreation,under 100 miles over 100 miles.i will guess that most of the super major teams are made up of rosters with ...
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Aug. 24, 2011 - Yea, I getting ready to pack. I mean going to this tourney is like going to Europe. Four days of playing from start to finish. Two days of playing ...
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Aug. 24, 2011 - We always try to make it fun unless we are working on something in particular.Sometimes we try to hit middle, yes we have a net.Sometimes you get 10 ...
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Aug. 22, 2011 - Joe, one of Dennis Rodman's mantras was to do that very thing. Last I checked it got him a bunch of rings, and a spot in Springfield.
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Aug. 9, 2011 - PacoMy point is simple.Your either rated Major +, Major, AAA or AA. Playing AAA one weekend and AA the next clouds the whole rating system. If we can ...
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Aug. 16, 2011 - We all do and did.Do unto others, John...Love thy neighbor as thyself.And when that priest in Les Miserablestells the police regarding the poor ...
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Aug. 2, 2011 - CAT, thanks for the review of fields in SoCal. Hemet sounds like a dream with 8 fields! Don't know how many NorCal would attend, but lots of them go ...
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July 30, 2011 - 4x4read joey joe's rambling posts then tell us who goes on and on saying the same things over and over"lively bats and ball are a must for are game" ...
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Aug. 2, 2011 - It's not a place to test our writing skills or for use as long diatribes. There you go again, name calling. Not trying hide and never will. I state ...
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July 27, 2011 - My Atta Boy, Atta girl goes to our manager and our score keeper. Ernie Stucki is as good as it gets as a man, player, bro in law and manager. Joyce ...
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July 25, 2011 - I know my memory is not as good as it use to be, but I don’t remember any manufacturer asking me what kind of bat I wanted to swing. ...
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July 21, 2011 - Listen Joe; Spooner said, "The one's that want the soft equipment just want to extend their career at a position they can't handle any more" Is that ...
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July 18, 2011 - There you go talking about dirty bats againwith such authority and comfort, Robert.I don't know one player who swings/hasa dirty bat.Do you?You have ...
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July 12, 2011 - We played on the same fields for 5 hours on Sunday and water is needed. Our team brings our own but when you are there for 5 hours you run low. If ...
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July 15, 2011 - Hey Jeff.I reread your comments just so I would be sure of what I'm about to say.I disagree with EVERY point you made.Lively bats and balls have been ...
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July 8, 2011 - Here's a specific point to wrestle with on this topic that Nancy brings up: is a quick pitch unsportsmanlike? Distracting? More USSSA than SSUSA?I ...
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July 7, 2011 - frankie contact curveball he is in the know over there......so your not going to college station or hot springs....
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July 8, 2011 - Gary, you could be correct. I see a similar situation in Palm Springs. League without Mikens had 6 teams for the winter league at a cost of $45 ...
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June 23, 2011 - This brings up another possible running scenario. Suppose the above situation occurs and I am on third. I might go to the commit line and then head a ...
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June 21, 2011 - To all of those that commented above,You are all correct and accurate. I agree that it is fun to hit the Ultra II, but has anyone noticed the decline ...
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Arkansas Invitational July 14-17
June 3, 2011 - Senior Arkansas Sports and City of Hot Springs Parks & Recreations Presents 2011S.P.A. "AA, AAA, & Major" National Qualifying Tournament.Location: ...
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xReno 2011 50, 55s
May 31, 2011 - Tournament was run very well and officiated very well.Fran, Dave, Corkey, the beautiful woman who sells the ringset al were in typically gracious, ...
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May 28, 2011 - I totally agree with Gary on this issue also. I'm in the 65 division and have never known any of our Palm Springs players to quit over a bat issue. ...
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May 17, 2011 - # 6 , we all play for love of the game however: wouldn't it be nice to get some sponser money to help out with travel, or maybe a bat or 2 since ...
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rings
May 11, 2011 - Trying to get information on Championship rings we won during the Spring National Championship. Can you help me?
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May 9, 2011 - oh wait there doker,i need to throw the BS flag on ya,you guys only like kenny,b/c like our coach(ed) he brings the beer for the team....DOH,LOL.....
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Reebok Senior Bat
April 24, 2011 - Does the 1.21 on the label affect the senior rules in any tournaments so far this year? I believe one of the women's teams was not allowed to use ...
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April 15, 2011 - Another florida umpire with attitude! Two weeks ago I'm playing in a FHC tournament, hitting third in the line-up. This is the first inning of the ...
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WHERE'S JACK !!
April 1, 2011 - Where is Jack Eberhard? We just played in the Spring Worlds in Mesquite and did not see one person taking photos.I guess we get spoiled with Jack at ...
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April 7, 2011 - Yea Rick Perez definitely should go into the Senior Softball Hall of Fame, plus a few more of those Las Vegas Stars. Man,that was an awesome M+ Team. ...
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March 26, 2011 - Larry, Yes I am playing with OMEN in all the other organizations. Fortunately they have the 2 players outside the region rule. We plan on playing ...
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March 15, 2011 - We play in the palm springs area. some people from santa monica some from palm springs.
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March 15, 2011 - because there are so many qualifiers already, rec tournaments serve to play the game without stretching the SSUSA staff to cover them. They also work ...
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March 14, 2011 - Weshere, log onto fhcsoftball.org. There's a team that you may wish to contact for this coming weekend. The tourney's in Altamonte Springs.
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March 9, 2011 - Bob, Golden Eagle: Location: 6400 Vista Blvd.Directions: I-80 east to the Vista Blvd. exit, head north on Vista Blvd. to Wingfield Springs ...
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March 2, 2011 - Now there is a name that brings back memories of auto parts and Summit Racing.Gary would have been in grade school...lol literally.
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Feb. 28, 2011 - Feel sorry for the San Diego guys and their tournament being washed out. Played in Palm Springs earlier in the month. Similar forecast week before of ...
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Feb. 18, 2011 - Top Gun is hosting a Ring Tournament in So. Cal.under the auspices of SSUSA, It is The Top Gun Tourney. I am respectful that Top Gun has a strong ...
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Feb. 19, 2011 - I find it very interesting that someone's very first post on this board is to stir up trouble and every post since then has followed suit. It brings ...
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Feb. 17, 2011 - Bongo, we lost reception. I was on the racquet ball court at Buckley Air Force Base and the reception there is iffy to say the least. I went ...
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Jan. 29, 2011 - what about socal,between the riverside area(hemet,menifee,temecula,etc),and palm springs they have a bunch of fields.ask marv19 about all the fields ...
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Jan. 28, 2011 - No, but the point was in that one game that if the catch was made, the game is over and they would not have had the chance to score the 21 runs. It ...
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Feb. 5, 2011 - Webbie it wasn't a bad rhubarb. It was more of a confusing thing at first because it happened so quick. After the play was over I explained to the ...
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Team Looking For Players
Jan. 18, 2011 - Competive 70's team from Rhode Island looking for players for various positions. We play in a Senior League of 28 teams and are in a division of 8 ...
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Jan. 17, 2011 - Hi SHANE VAbout 4 years ago, I volunteered to move from outfield to catcher as we lost some ring opportunities do to play at that position. It has ...
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Jan. 16, 2011 - Just completed 1st day of Intense Hitting at "Woodlawn" Hitting Club today, WoW what great weather to hit in 70's . Dave North (727 463-22070 is the ...
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Jan. 6, 2011 - Mike, I think you can reach Vicki Oltean at: vicki.oltean@palmsprings-ca.gov.
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Jan. 21, 2011 - Due to our senior tourney being held in conjunction with another tourney(youngsters) at Green Springs, I will have to limit total teams to 12. I ...
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Jan. 4, 2011 - The FHC 50's are the week after TOC, the FHC 60's are the week before TOC in Altamonte Springs.
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Dec. 31, 2010 - Now Gary: that brings more info to the scene; I now understand what you are indicating. I understand the monetary situation; the priorities of ...
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Dec. 20, 2010 - There still is and always has been an alternative to the Major Plus dilemma. Quit the incessant whining about Major Plus teams and ratings and show ...
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Purist....
Dec. 17, 2010 - I have just been called a purist in another thread, which does not bother me at all, but it brings me to a question. I keep hearing how many of you ...
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Dec. 13, 2010 - yeah i remember when the one(casino) in temucula was rebuilding/updating when i was there(2000 2002).yeah the cauihia(sp) casino in anza was nice.it ...
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Nov. 30, 2010 - Hope springs eternal.Good Marv.Let's hope the light at the end of the tunnel isn't another train.We need to play with lively batsand balls, ...
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Dec. 17, 2010 - birdie sorry to hear that,the following weekend there is a spring training thingy run by curt hollis in jacksonville,fl that is pretty good to go ...
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Nov. 29, 2010 - taits, you are correct. How do we really know that einstein is Joe Rinaldi, especially if we play ball in Mississippi, for example? Only the ...
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Dec. 4, 2010 - We use old wood bats, it feels like swinging a tree. Omar it's a game that certainly brings back defense and base running. the fence (actually a ...
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Nov. 23, 2010 - Mike is right on when he said " Find a pitcher that you just OWN(Phillip Cobb for me). For the last 30 years we have faced each other hundreds of ...
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Nov. 13, 2010 - Why do you need to identify if you have a good idea? If your not one of the good old boys dose that mean you are less of a athlete? That is the same ...
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BREAKING NEWS ALERT! ALERT!
Nov. 10, 2010 - Terry, Chairman of SSUSA has announced that DMac and Mad Dog are going to Generously donate Sweatshirts with the "BEST OF THE WORST" ,screenprinted ...
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Nov. 10, 2010 - I have to Agree with Mike and Joe on what has been said about this Man that loves this game of Softball. I also played for Ken and the Maverick ...
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Nov. 8, 2010 - Spoken like a true competitor, Mike.And we've waltzed a couple of times.You got me last in Las Vegas.Terrific quote from the Olympics,"I love my ...
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Combining Divisions
Nov. 6, 2010 - I've been following with interest the discussions about combining divisions. Allow me to put in my two cents. I think two divisions is a bad idea. ...
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Nov. 2, 2010 - Phoenix & surrounding areas...another 55yr old(nov-15)..6ft 195 outfielder(right & right center but can cover left center across)good arm(lefty)been ...
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Oct. 30, 2010 - As a pitcher over the decades, I have lived with different height limits on arcs. In my experience, the ump who has difficulty discerning whether a ...
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Oct. 27, 2010 - cureball and them play in palm springs also,thats about an hour or so away from there.
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Oct. 20, 2010 - To Andy, and everyone on Double Edge. Yes, we had been scoring a few runs in our games (prior to our championship game with you).....averaging 29 ...
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Oct. 12, 2010 - This guy isn't playing tournament ball as we know it but he does play senior softball in Colorado Springs. He had both knees done several years ago. ...
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Oct. 11, 2010 - DRAFT Game Schedules and Brackets for SESSION #3 (Men's 50's and 55's) of the 2010 SSUSA World Championships in Phoenix, AZ have been posted and are ...
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SSWS in Palm Springs/Reebok Bat
Oct. 4, 2010 - We, MTC 60's, had a good time in Palm Springs this weekend with and against the usual suspects in 60 major plus, GSF and OMEN.Thanks to Larry and Tom ...
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new patrick
Oct. 3, 2010 - i am turning 50 in march i would like to find a team in palm springs or orange county for tournaments i am play with the kids still but want to start ...
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Oct. 1, 2010 - i will be 70 next year, i currently play with a 60- AAA ( DALLAS SPURS ). the concern for me is the number of 70-AAA OR 70- MAJOR teams ...
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Iron-ing things out
Sept. 27, 2010 - I found out that I was iron deficientand may have been for some timewhich causes fatigue and dizziness.Within 2 days of taking some iron pillsI was ...
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Cureent issue of Softball Magazine
Sept. 23, 2010 - Rock N' Reno and Mesquite Nv tournaments are featured. Several action shots and lots of team pictures, teams pictures are: Last Call 60's, Master ...
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Sept. 20, 2010 - Palm Springs also has a great one, not sure who's it is, but Tamara runs it, she could answer your questions.http://ps-softball.tripod.com/
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Sept. 9, 2010 - Amen to that AI33. I didn't know Gary but what that umpire said rings ever so true, It is a privilege and a gift to play ball. Thru the competitive ...
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Sept. 5, 2010 - My post would match Omar pretty close. Here in Palm Springs CA we use it in both our A and B league, 50+ league. I have never seen it block a throw ...
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Aug. 30, 2010 - E4 and gary C, wisely put. WE are not the ones trying to change the game. Slow pitch has always been a hitter’s game (versus fast pitch), but until ...
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Aug. 10, 2010 - Well the reason why I'm asking Dirty cuz you can't wear necklaces,those energy necklaces,wrist watches,rings,braclet jewelery, those rubber braclets ...
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Aug. 5, 2010 - will be moving to Pembrooke KY for 2012 summer season or before. I currently play for AAA70 tournament team from Palm Springs Ca Want to play ...
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Aug. 3, 2010 - of course i'll be there frankie,as long as ED brings the beer,LOL.Achilles still bothering me tho,guess i might have to go and have it looked at.
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Aug. 4, 2010 - Andy, thats barily a concession for us in So Cal. Fresno is what 150 from Sacto? And still 350 from us. I often wonder why we are kicked around in So ...
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July 28, 2010 - well the 52-275 ball takes care of the cheaters and brings some sanity back to the game.if you can hit,you will still be able to hit this ball.it ...
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NASCS WorldSeries
July 22, 2010 - Nascs web site has posted Palm Springs Ca. as the location and dates 9-26 thru 10-3.Not sure which ages on which dates.Curious,which teams are going ?
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July 3, 2010 - KENNY!!! HOW MANY RINGS HAVE THEY WON?????????? NONE!!!!!!!! WE'VE WON OUR SHARE....THAT'S ALL I'M SAYING GIVE THEM A CHANCE TO WIN SOMETHING BEFORE ...
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July 4, 2010 - Joe, thats why I said "just me" I cant and wont pretend to speak for other grown men and women. If you have been paying attention there have been ...
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Tournament Results
June 20, 2010 - Results of the recently completed Buckeye Classic Tournament held in Barberton, Ohio June 15-1975's/80 AAAPro Health Care - ChampionNami Construction ...
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June 15, 2010 - Being overlooked are the lower divisions and the older ages. Before the majority can speak how about including everyone in the discussion. We all ...
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June 8, 2010 - sballoldguy, which team were you on? I was #25-(left handed batter-left fielder) on the Albuqerque Desperadoes. Most (12 guys) of our team moved to ...
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June 7, 2010 - This topic was hit on a number of months back. Gale, some of the mentally challenged will say shut up and play. I agree with you. There are 100s ...
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June 4, 2010 - hey guys tell the ones who have rings and put them on their fingers to flash at everyone,why.i seen guys rub it in with this.yes we play for fun,but ...
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May 28, 2010 - Robo2,It's not that we do not like them which I do, but rather I think the impact that it brings about with :1. rule chances. Look haw many we have ...
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May 21, 2010 - Bob and Steve two great choices that I've had the pleasure playing with and against for years. You are not just great players but great guys. ...
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May 18, 2010 - A lot of people would say that we suffer in 2010 America from having been loosed from our moorings,our fundamental valuesour once simple definition ...
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Oct. 8, 2010 - The rules for rating are clear cut in the SSUSA rules. They may be clear cut in writing, but not clear cut in their application. Some teams are told ...
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May 12, 2010 - Congratulations Steve on being a Hall of Fame Player and Person! Every one who knows you agrees on that. I look forward to our next BP with George ...
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May 4, 2010 - The point is, this is not kids softball, it IS senior softball. Allowances have been made to accommodate the fact that we are not the athletes that ...
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May 4, 2010 - berger,Thanks for the response. I have heard from another source that Gusto, Palm Springs Heat, and probably Top Gun will be there as well. I am ...
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April 30, 2010 - TO Brickyard Invitational Trn Teams,One other rule that will be utilized at this tournament, that is an exception to the SSUSA rules, is the ...
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April 22, 2010 - FINALLY dirty, you and I agree on something. The National, like The 1st National Bank of Dufer, hell it's only a small town bank, no national ...
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April 19, 2010 - Back to this again! I will chime in anytime somebody brings this up. Paco and Corky are so correct! There are even less teams on the West Coast! ...
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April 21, 2010 - Well dirty, here's an offer you can't refuse! You say Major+ with wood bats is no big deal, need to find new position if you can't handle that. ...
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April 23, 2010 - Bob:The Nighthawks are a 55 M+ team out of Southern CA. We will be in Reno in June, LVSSA World August 27-29 in Las Vegas, SSUSA World in Phoenix. ...
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April 14, 2010 - akp, probably won't see you at Field of Dreams, not many seniors play there. We mostly hang out at DeMuth Park in Palm Springs. Look forward to ...
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coming to Palm Springs 2011
April 9, 2010 - Aloha to all, I'll be retiring from county of Hi. next year. already have a house in Cathedral City (sp?)in the Palm Spring,ca. area. I play short ...
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SSUSA and NCSSA
April 5, 2010 - First off, let me say that SSUSA and NCSSA have a cooperative relationship where people in NCSSA's organization play in SSUSA tournaments and vice ...
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April 9, 2010 - #6, E/4 E/6, Senior ball is definitely a more offensive game. At the higher levels, good hitters are going to get their hits, especially with the ...
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April 5, 2010 - einstein is correct that NorCal not only allows the senior bats, but also ranks teams solely by their skill, irrespective of age or ranking by SSUSA. ...
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April 2, 2010 - Just finished Day 4, starting on Day 5. Teams coming up next are: 12 Angry Men, Nor-Cal, Doubleplay, Barcelona Bandits, High Desert Dukes, Master ...
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March 25, 2010 - I prefer to play using the asa or usssa equipment. It brings defense more into the game. I believe it makes for a better game. It also reduces the ...
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March 28, 2010 - The tourney is at George Ward Park (Green Springs) in Birmingham. Entry fee is $200 and includes 3 softballs and umpires.
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March 15, 2010 - Tourney will be held at Green Springs.
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March 6, 2010 - Harry, I hope you got in some holes today. We had sunshine and about 50, but I had chores. Maybe Jim will invite me to play when he gets the ...
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Feb. 25, 2010 - we paid and played in the winter world in vegas, $450.00 entry won our division and only thing we go, was to buy our own rings nothing else to ...
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Feb. 27, 2010 - Hi Bosox we are a 50 AAA out of Palm Springs Ca. looking for ss. Our next tourneys coming up this month, Ramona(san diego) and worlds in Mesquite ...
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Feb. 24, 2010 - Mel, We may get a little snow over night not much. It Has been in the 40s for most of the week. The only thing that I know is each day brings us ...
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spring training in florida
Feb. 20, 2010 - i will be in altamonte springs next week playing softball. does anyone know what MLB teams are close by???thanks, ken
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Feb. 18, 2010 - stever....you're right about teams just wanting to win rings. My team won at LVSSA as a major, then played winter-worlds as M+. Only one other M+ ...
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Feb. 15, 2010 - Hybred fields are the new wave for right now, and the mentioned maintainence free is a big issue. They are popping up all over the place and ...
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Feb. 12, 2010 - Steve,I promise I won't shoot anything but prayers to our Lord and Savior for your Granddaughter.She will be on the prayer list and in our minds and ...
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Feb. 1, 2010 - A Google search brings up several to choose from.
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Jan. 31, 2010 - Salio2k, Ridge was here last year. Perhaps taking a look around. Another alternative could be good for the players. I only see 1-2 NSA offerings ...
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Jan. 25, 2010 - Not much is posted on the site at all, but if you are referring to the Palm Springs tourney you might try contacting Vicki Oltean 760-323-8277 for ...
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Jan. 18, 2010 - Quite a bit of wear and tear in the ten year spread difference. Add to it many teams have players older than the age bracket listed might add an ...
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Jan. 12, 2010 - Changes will always take some timeto work out, guys.As long as we're all going toward one another as we move along down the roadtogether we'll be all ...
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Jan. 4, 2010 - I can tell you from past experience this wont work for long. We were the sacrificial lambs in Palm Springs a few years ago, as a AAA team we were ...
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Dec. 29, 2009 - Mad Dog to answer your original question defense, base running and strategy is a big part of the game--even with the U2 and other bats of the like ...
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Dec. 29, 2009 - Ju25 and Mr. Manassas, We came in third at the 35Over 1991, I pitched then for the Top Notch Travel Team, Ju25 I played with all the guys in ...
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Dec. 18, 2009 - I've been on both sides of this equation; it is very nice when all you have to do is show up and play. We had guys from all over the country on my ...
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Dec. 20, 2009 - First and foremost, a player who brings beer in his car so we can tailgate after!!
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Dec. 10, 2009 - Verne Fowler of California Rebels,Kelly Sports and MTC 55'sis the best outfielder I've seen.Best arm and runs through fences.Simply the best.Best ...
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senior softball spring training
Nov. 25, 2009 - has anyone attended or thinking of attending spring training in Altamonte springs, florida? or is there another. please let me know your thoughts. ...
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Nov. 30, 2009 - Even if it's an illusion from being able to hit a lively ball well that a lesserteam can beat a better teamis that such a bad thing?Doesn't it keep ...
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Nov. 24, 2009 - gump, you say you want to engage in dialogue with people yet you never answer simple and direct questions.wagon, your post is very shortsighted and ...
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Nov. 21, 2009 - I still think free defensive subbingbrings our game closer to the competitivegame lots of us want to seethan batting 15.Good bats and good ...
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Nov. 13, 2009 - Bash, you interesting monster of a man.I liked everything but the 13 lettersof your name brings the Devil's Luckand links someone to Jeffrey ...
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Nov. 10, 2009 - That’s just fine with me if the in-field is also skinned back the additional 5’ to compensate. I would love to see 70’ bags all the time. I ...
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To sue or not to sue
Nov. 5, 2009 - Mr. Meyer let us usehis fallow farm fieldto start our little league.The fathers of our communitywere grateful,agreed and enforced thatno one would ...
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Nov. 4, 2009 - Absolutely get rid of the mat. The game was NEVER intended to be played with a horizontal strike zone that is the same size for a guy 5'6" as it is ...
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Oct. 30, 2009 - Hey Bruce -It was used last year in the tourney in Palm Springs. The winds were kicking up at 40+ MPH and the rule was invoked. It didn't make ...
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Oct. 30, 2009 - mad dog, I generally agree with your perspective on many things in senior softball, but I have a different opinion on these three.As to the courtesy ...
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moving to san francisco
Oct. 28, 2009 - moving to san francisco after the worlds in vegas in nov,. i currently play for the desert dawgs out of palm springs,this will be my last tournament ...
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Oct. 28, 2009 - Sent you an email we are looking for a few players.We are from Palm Springs area.50 AAA
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Oct. 31, 2009 - Right on Jano.We want our game back from thoseself interested marketers and TD'swho thought/think of theirself interest before oursand have been ...
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Oct. 28, 2009 - moving to san francisco after the worlds in vegas,currently playing 50aaa for the desert dawgs out of palm springs,im a left handed 3rd baseman,can ...
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Oct. 28, 2009 - Keep thinking taits! I love the idea of a nocal/socal tournament and/or all-star teams meeting in mid state. Only time we ever see socal teams is in ...
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Looking for a bat
Oct. 19, 2009 - I am looking for a bat that is about 7 or 8 years old. It is a Worth Supercell. It is a single wall, all gold in color, and has the following ID ...
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Where is the schedule?
Oct. 16, 2009 - Could someone explain why the schedule for session #3 (Oct 23-25) of the Worlds in Phoenix has still not been posted? It is now less than one week ...
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Oct. 16, 2009 - Trumpball, So does that mean when you reach the 70's up divisions you're using whiffle balls and plastic bats?Don't think so.Good equipment is ...
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Oct. 4, 2009 - Bruce, you're a great hitteras it showed in your last AB in last game together and nothing will ever change that.What a blast!Great weather, (though ...
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Expectations
Oct. 1, 2009 - I've cooled down, more or less, from the treatment we recieved from SPA at Dalton. I've read all the posts and have posted under the thread titled ...
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Sept. 29, 2009 - Here is my assessment. Overall the tape does not offer any new initiatives, the drills are the same drills from 20 years ago, nothing new there or ...
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Sept. 26, 2009 - 4x4, There was an SPA tourney in Palm Springs in June. Other than that the closest would be TX or OK. I think it's an annual event.
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"Famous" Quotes long list - read
Sept. 18, 2009 - I have related these quotes to softball as we (I) now know it. My stuff is in between the < >. I'm bored.Most boil down to the masses voicing ...
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Sept. 17, 2009 - Coach55,To reply to your question about the 2 Major teams playing AAA, it had to be about money. One team is a very strong Major team. The other team ...
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Balls and All
Sept. 15, 2009 - Easily,the most talked aboutand influential aspect of softballnow and going forward is the quality of the bat/ball combo.TD's need to hear that if ...
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Sept. 14, 2009 - Happened to Top Gun 60's in Phoenix a couple of years ago(maybe 06') at SSUSA Worlds. Qualified #3 and got moved from AAA to Major. #1 and #2 were ...
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Sept. 15, 2009 - Scott, 'too SSUSA-intensive' meant that this one assn involves too much of your thinking... there are other assns out there that do embrace the M+ ...
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Sept. 7, 2009 - I need players for 2010 which will start with the SPA winter national in Pensacola Oct.2009. SPA allows your 2010 roster starting with this ...
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Sept. 3, 2009 - Wishing Maury a full recovery. Hang in there big guy. Our thoughts and prayers each day are for you and your wife Linda. Your daughter-in-law ...
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Sept. 4, 2009 - MAD DOG- the only dallas area 60's team i know that is forming next year is going to be run by ed jones. he is going to form a pretty good team ...
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Aug. 17, 2009 - Game Scores and Bracket Results from Session #2 the 2009 California State Championships in Yolo County, CA, have been posted and are available from ...
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Aug. 13, 2009 - The bat/ball issue is huge for us.There's no other aspect of senior ballthat is more integral to our experience.I don't know another way to ...
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July 11, 2009 - Hey People, I already have several of the Bham teams commited. I can only take a total of ten teams. I have a youngsters tourney at Green Springs ...
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July 10, 2009 - Is all this talk about equalizing teams really necessary? At this level, are we here to compete or win "sure thing" rings? Jawood is exactly right ...
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July 2, 2009 - Andy,Thanks for your response. We are not sponsored (which would make a big difference). I hope we are all playing to win (loosing is part of the ...
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June 29, 2009 - Hey Bruce.See you at SPA.Hey Len.Great comments.We hit balls made by Trump(Anaconda)in Las Vegas, last year,when it was 100 every dayand there was no ...
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June 18, 2009 - • The only SSUSA Tournament win (except Major+) that brings with it an "automatic" rating move upward to the next higher level is the World ...
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Death & Senior Softball
June 10, 2009 - Seems like everytime we go up a age bracket or maybe just hit the 50 mark it brings us all closer to that "DAY"... Is there something here in this ...
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June 1, 2009 - frank,curveball(rob)lives near there in palm springs and they do bp'ing during the week.you might be able to get to him easier on ...
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May 20, 2009 - Jose it was alot of fun. Did you guys Demolition like the rules? Would you come back? I would love to hear from somebody on NCI. We had a real ...
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May 21, 2009 - And here I thought the world shared 24 time zones of which Canada has 5 different ones. That shouldn't be hard to figure out which their located in. ...
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May 11, 2009 - Yeah, wood, isn't it amazing?! Do the math. The radius of a circle is 300 feet. This results in a square footage of 281,880 square feet. One fourth ...
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May 6, 2009 - If you have a sponsor that is paying you could bat everyone in placement games and when the bell rings if you have 11 or 12 players you could play ...
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May 6, 2009 - I was talking with a player fron NorCal last nightand for the life of uswe can't figure out why those that runor make decisions about senior ...
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May 4, 2009 - NSA is also having some trouble with the number of teams within certain age\div brackets. SSUSA isn't alone with that problem. Not all, not every, ...
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April 22, 2009 - The team was 2\5.I see you all won AGAIN...Time to move UP.....Ernie finally has a(nother) dream team he can "earn" some more rings with.
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April 28, 2009 - The screen has already been used in Palm Springs, & if I remember correct, w\o incident. I did not attend that event, but I believe it was posted ...
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April 21, 2009 - I was watching my youngest son play in Kissimmee this past weekend and was ringside for the middle wars that are currently being waged at the major ...
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April 30, 2009 - Brett, this qualifier was started back in the days when Bob Mitchell headed SSWC, and the SSWC concept was "for the love of the game". I know in our ...
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April 17, 2009 - Don't count SSUSA out of the game yet (they have some of the best in the bus) but look at what they are facing: U-trip is paying some attention it ...
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April 18, 2009 - Our team (cash4college) won in Phoenixin October of 2008. We did not have to pay for the championship rings.
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April 16, 2009 - Bruce:Great point. For starters I believe the Major and Major Plus divisions in 50 & 55 could be easily combined into one division for each age ...
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April 17, 2009 - Hi Joey,I passed your message on to Mickey. Sounds like you guys are having fun up there in NorCal. Give my regards to Gerald, Junior, Jerry and Ron. ...
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April 1, 2009 - JJ, I know you are kidding, and what you are saying is at least half tongue-in-cheek, but when we were moved up last year, we were a new team that ...
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April 2, 2009 - Tournament as usual was well run.I would have to say that the fields we played on were not the quality we would expect in a major tourney. We played ...
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March 14, 2009 - Hey Mike ... Please visit All Pro Software out of the upper Midwest or on-line ... I have used their products for at least 10 years and recommend ...
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March 13, 2009 - Back to the original question: yes, I back up when I pitch, but not two steps, usually three!:) Not all the times. When I know a batter, I will ...
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March 20, 2009 - Bob, I'm still waiting for a for a response/ruling to the appeal I sent to SS-USA a couple of weeks ago regarding our re-classification. I guess it ...
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March 10, 2009 - Iknow don,but the people at lagoon think in terms of small tourneys with local teams ,thats why i feel this tourney won't get any larger than it is. ...
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March 9, 2009 - To the readers spell check not working on this computer. Sorry about typos.Rec boy It further go to show you know very little about west coast ...
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March 5, 2009 - Taits,There are always going to be teams that fall through the cracks. This is not a prefect world. With all of these move-ups, these missed teams ...
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March 6, 2009 - It seems to me, in reading Terry's statement, that Terry(SSUSA)is willing to re-visit both rules when they re-convene in December. That said, we have ...
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March 4, 2009 - Hey Mark, How have you been? The U2 is definitely too hot for 25 year olds plus the bat is so fragile...they would be breaking them constantly. ...
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Feb. 27, 2009 - Hey A/C,Here's one of the greatest pitchersin all of senior ballwith 40 or so national major plus championshiprings and he says it's not more ...
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Feb. 24, 2009 - The homerun rule is a great way to balance out the league. If you are a home run hitter, I'm sure there are a lot of Major and Major+ teams that ...
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Feb. 21, 2009 - Sometimes, Robert,asking important questionsbrings up disturbing facts and truthsabout what we're doing or what's reallygoing on.The game is being ...
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Feb. 17, 2009 - This weekend in palm Springs the HR was a DBO and the middle was hot. Personally I think the DBO in the middle creates a more dangerous situation to ...
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Feb. 17, 2009 - i am the player coach of pace from new york that is accused of being sandbaggers and afraid to play major by know it alls.yes it is true that in back ...
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Feb. 10, 2009 - Hi Guys,I am kind of surprised how some of you even have my email address. Must be in my profile, or most likely, a previous message that I posted. ...
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March 1, 2009 - Hey Jim, just wanted to know if you got my e-mail. The address is dbelc37183@aol.com.The directions for Green Springs are: coming from ...
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Any 60 Major's going to Mesquite
Jan. 30, 2009 - We are Monkey Joe's 60 Major from New Jersey. We went to the Spring Worlds in Palm Springs last year. We're trying to decide whether to go to ...
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There's STATS and there are stats...
Jan. 29, 2009 - Great post. NO HR's as outs, not at our age.Palm Springs Senior Softball does the stats every week. Scorekeepers from both the A and B league turn ...
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Papago & The DBO Pitcher's Box Rule
Jan. 27, 2009 - I'm pretty sure Fangrabbers will be there. Also Chicano Cubs and CJ&S Express. The El Paso and New Mexico teams normally make this one. This will be ...
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dallas spurs
Jan. 27, 2009 - #6-- ED JONES IS A COOL GUY, I PLAY day ball with him during the spring,summer and fall. he has a big following of players that want to get ...
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Scores and winners
Jan. 19, 2009 - Not sure what division you are looking for, but the 60's top division was:GSFD and KSoCal BravesParadise ChevroletTop Gun IIPalm Springs HeatComplete ...
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Jan. 21, 2009 - Fairness is essential for lasting peacewhether in softball or the world.It's fundamental for any group to develop and prosper.Fairness means those ...
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Rambling
Jan. 19, 2009 - THJ, I did say that, but that has nothing to do with any toe the line crap. I do feel that those 40 & 45 teams are not seniors per se, My ...
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Sr Softball Ocala, Fl.
Jan. 12, 2009 - I would like to join a recreation league team in the Ocala, Fl. area. I've played on teams in El Centro, Palm Desert, and Palm Springs in California ...
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I was killed last night.
Jan. 9, 2009 - #6 I watched some clips the other day and did see helmets, full body wrap around padding and even a few leg coverings. First time I saw any of that ...
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TOC 60 Major Plus
Jan. 4, 2009 - Fastsigns 65+ was invited as AA (Palm Springs and Reno) and as AAA (SLC) and will go to the TOC as AAA. PS Fastsigns came in tied for 4th/5th in ...
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Why the constant changes?
Jan. 6, 2009 - Sorry gentlemen...I used the team ratings to make my point about minority vs majority because it's the only source I have acess to...my ...
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Agree to disagree, again
Dec. 31, 2008 - I'm happy all the contentious stuffregardless of instigation has been removed from the site.Yet, we have to be careful not to throw the baby out with ...
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RULE CHANGES...COMMENTS
Dec. 16, 2008 - Hey Guys,I have read all of the comments. I really do not know what is the best way to go anymore. Our team is relatively new to the Major division. ...
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TOURNAMENT 1st PLACE AWARDS
Dec. 13, 2008 - Question-------Was just wondering if their are still and tournaments that still give out any softball related gear for the winners of a tournament? ...
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3GG - Vegas Worlds
Dec. 11, 2008 - Dave,thanks for the clarification. I know that bracketing is never as easy as it looks and sometimes we overlook all of the little nuances that go ...
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Just a Little Safety to Consider.
Nov. 26, 2008 - Responsibility for Safety in most cases is a responsibility of the individual.The hierarchy of safety; 1. Engineering the problem out of existence2. ...
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On the DBO rule
Nov. 30, 2008 - I just figured out from my experience yesterdaypitching U-trip 3-10 that the arc is measured from point of release.Point of release.I finally get ...
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Is the TOC a true TOCs ???
Nov. 23, 2008 - What the SSUSA has done to inspire teams to pursue the ultimate win in the TOC is commendable. However, is it a true TOC? I understand the $$$ issues ...
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New Pitcher Rule
Nov. 25, 2008 - Stick8,You don’t need to protect ALL pitchers. Some pitchers don’t need protection (at least nothing more than a glove) and would object ...
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Inoxicated player
Nov. 19, 2008 - In my experiences with injuries at the park, I can tell you that if an insurance company becomes involved that they generally sue everyone, the ...
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New location for world.
Nov. 15, 2008 - I would like to see the world moved.How about Palm Springs California. Do you agree or disagree.That field of dreams park would bring in alot of ...
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New member
Nov. 13, 2008 - OMG! This board will NEVER be the same with this Dude on the message board now! This comes straight from the Comfort Inn in Bonita Springs!Signed- ...
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Winter Nationals
Nov. 4, 2008 - I realize that, and if everyone would have a pair and be willing to accept a challenge you wouldn't have that problem. When we here younger everyone ...
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Anyone home at Combat?
Oct. 22, 2008 - After seeing the SeniorSoftball News ad for the gray combat DaBomb, for $165 delivered, I went to the Anaconda web address listed under the ad. The ...
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Phoenix 60 major plus
Oct. 23, 2008 - CONGRATS TO TURN2 ON WINNING THE 36 HOUR 60 MAJOR PLUS WORLD TOURNAMENT. I WENT TO DESERT WEST ON SUNDAY TO WATCH THE 60 MAJORS AND WATCHED 2 MAJOR ...
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A few comments...
Oct. 17, 2008 - I am really looking forward to my first SSUSA 50 Worlds next week. I think SSUSA does a great job and tries its best to be player friendly. I don't ...
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A Question for all teams
Oct. 15, 2008 - No Dice 55AAA won the western states tourney. They earned a chance to play syracusr Merchants eastern champs for the national title. No dice was ...
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has this happened to your team?
Oct. 15, 2008 - No Dice western states champs has been denied playing for the 55AAA national title against syracuse merchants 55AAAeastern champs because they have ...
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Were sorry syracuse merchants
Oct. 15, 2008 - To Everyone,Let's be perfectly clear here, there are no rules that are consistently followed. It is what someone wants it to be or is this just a ...
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Favorite Quotes
Oct. 26, 2008 - I have a good one that rings true in the sportsdworld""Show me a good loser and I'll show you a loser"
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Major Plus teams going to Phoenix
Oct. 1, 2008 - Two years ago when i was playing with Damon's we started at major. Won a bunch of tournys so In september of the first year, we jumped to major plus. ...
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Winter Nationals
Sept. 21, 2008 - The SSUSA Winternationals is in Ft Meyers. The SPA Fall Nationals is in Pensacola and the SPA Winternationals is in Altamonte Springs, Fl.
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Rock 'N Roll Trivia 6
Oct. 1, 2008 - Oops, forgot a song with the beat. How about "She's the One" by Bruce Springsteen or "Not Fade Away" by the Stones
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Merge the major/major + divisions?
Sept. 15, 2008 - The World Series for several years had the major and major+ teams play together in additional round robin games with the major and major + teams ...
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Northeast Championships, Cape May
Sept. 15, 2008 - After that adventure in Burlington, I'm convinced Benn is on the "Juice". and its non-achoholic at that....he had three Inside the park shots...his ...
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LVSSA Tournament last weekend
Sept. 3, 2008 - Dave relax hit a dunk'n donuts or something. LVSSA did a great job learned from whatever went on and put on a tournament that all of the players I ...
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New Combat Macenko Bat
Sept. 3, 2008 - i got to hit mine tonight and notice 5 rings on the barrel spaced at different intervals and a 1/2" to 3/4" crack in the paint by the end cap is this ...
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Senior Tourney in Birmingham, Al
Sept. 2, 2008 - Senior tournament in Birmingham, Al. on Saturday, October 25 at Green Springs (George Ward Park). Open to 50's, 55's and 60's, AA, AAA, and Major.RR ...
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New Combat Macenko Model
Sept. 2, 2008 - You are a true competitor, Mikeas evidenced by you wanting to do everything possible to help your team win.I feel the same way about not gloving a ...
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40 and over phoenix worlds
Aug. 29, 2008 - It's too bad your team is going to boycott the tournament because you think there is one team entering that you can't beat, even though you may not ...
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USSSA Senior Nats
Aug. 27, 2008 - dirty;Well, perhaps you can put a SS amount on everything, some things, at tournaments, are priceless. Others are a waste, I agree. But don't knock ...
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TOC
Aug. 23, 2008 - The TOC is an invitational event featuring winners (only) of the major regional, national and world championships from the previous SSUSA tournament ...
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SSWC - 50 + Major Teams
Aug. 21, 2008 - Brett I would expect the following West Coast teams this is a list from conversations and who we have seen in the big events, Palm Springs, Reno, and ...
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more balls than brains
Aug. 16, 2008 - I just got off the phone from an hour long conversationwith a prominent official from NCSSA.We spoke about how bad the balls were at SPA, this ...
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New team in Phoenix
Aug. 20, 2008 - For anyone interested, several senior softball players from various teams around the Phoenix area (including 50/AAA CJ&S Express--but other teams as ...
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RATINGS WARS--continued
Aug. 6, 2008 - DD,Unless you left out some info here you state that you only played in TWO RELATIVELY UNIMPORTANT tournaments...I assume they were ...
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The new Trump softballs
Aug. 1, 2008 - Dirty or Gary I am not here to blow my own horn that was not the point to this at all. The point of this whole post was to tell the seniors how these ...
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A team's rating!
July 20, 2008 - First of all let me say that I am a member of the Double Nickel (Formerly Base Hawg) team. This was going to be a fun year for us as a team. We have ...
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Champaign
July 16, 2008 - Finally I made it back from Champaign and just starting to nurse the aches and pains from the privilege of playing another Senior Softball ...
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Pictures - Softball Magazine
July 7, 2008 - There are team pictues and some action shots of the Palm Springs tournament in the current issue of Softball Magaizine. Just letting you know
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team ratings
July 12, 2008 - On page 29 of the Spring 2008 issue of Senior Softball News, Terry Hennessy details the hows and whys of team ratings. In 4 years of playing ...
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Congrads to Geckle Builders
June 23, 2008 - Gee guys thanks for reminding us that we're not very good softball players.I hope your next tournament brings you better competition than Salem ...
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Description of a Major Plus Player.
June 13, 2008 - Bob:As my softball mentor and former manager, it's an honor to have you respond to my comments. (Seriously!) As for a bad leg day, your kind to call ...
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championship rings
April 16, 2008 - #6 have not had any trouble with mine so far see you @ practice sunday you and #19.
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Champioship rings
April 16, 2008 - Is it just my bad luck or does anyone else have a problem with JOSTENS RING COMPANY ? I have been forturnate to win 2 World Tournaments , The ...
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Medical Emergency When Out Of Town
April 1, 2008 - My prayers are with his family and friends. This should remind all of us that life is short and we should enjoy our relationships with each other. ...
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sore quads
March 24, 2008 - This is a very long post but well worth the read. I saved it from a trainer who forwarded this to me. I get lots of good info from him.Using Static ...
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Movie Trivia 6
March 25, 2008 - Dave you've been eating to many mushrooms my friend. This isn't even a good urban legend. The technology didn't even exist for this type of ...
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which is it?
March 20, 2008 - I understand at Palm Springs Spring Naitonal tourney home runs were singles for major plus 60's after limit reached is this true? Has the Home Run ...
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jack
March 19, 2008 - Jack--just got back from palm springs--call me about pics--201 819 5577
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SPRING WORLDS 2008 RESULTS
March 19, 2008 - Results from the 2008 SPRING WORLDS in Palm Springs, CA ... Winners will receive a bid to the 2009 Tournament of Champions in Polk County, FL, ...
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Palm Springs
March 16, 2008 - I heard that the Mavericks and Mac 2played to a tie in 50 major plusand that MTC 60's came backto double dip GSF.Sounds like a terrific tourneyand ...
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Spring Worlds
March 10, 2008 - I was noticing that the complex in Palm Springs does not allow the U11. Does anyone besides me think this might be the reason there are only 9 50AA ...
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Ring Touraments?
March 7, 2008 - CBobski:You make a valid point but the likelihood is that the 9-10 assns will continue to do things as they see fit. Aside from different ownerships ...
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Team Ratings - A Restart?
March 7, 2008 - Don't leave out the 40 & 45 players they include as "Seniors" Lets keep it damn simple and under stated for the most part. There are 75 teams in a ...
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Team Ratings
March 6, 2008 - LL10:Your experience in Houston provides two concrete examples of what is wrong with the player rating system. It is not based on written rules, to ...
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TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS 2008 RESULTS
Feb. 27, 2008 - Very well put, 4X4....it is indeed a huge commitment but more importantly, it is a chance to compete against the best of your peers and you may never ...
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New ASA bat standard
Feb. 18, 2008 - We played in Palm Springs last weekend. Vicki runs her tourn. by ASA standards. I was able to use my Freak because my bat is a model MSF not just MF ...
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Looking for Ralph Godwin
Feb. 13, 2008 - Ralph,Stan Finch here. Jack Finch\'s boy. You, my Dad and My Uncle Stacy hit a many homerun together back in the 70\'s with the Church team of ...
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Prayers requested for Murl Skalla
Feb. 22, 2008 - Thank you all for the love and inspiration. I got a chance to hang out with my Dad tonight at the hosp. He was looking good. I was relieved to see ...
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Rock-n-Reno Change of Dates for 60s??
Feb. 12, 2008 - Gentlemen: I just printed out the detail sheetfor Reno and it shows the 60's on 5/27-5/29.We had planned on going also but this couldput a damper on ...
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Testing the new senior 1.20 bat
March 9, 2008 - Wagon, that’s a nice sentiment, but the truth is that if you take away the senior bats you will end up being screwed by the cheaters. Bruce is ...
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Tourney Scheduling
Feb. 4, 2008 - Larry, the Spring World that is in Palm Springs is scheduled for Thur - Sat. The absence of Sunday games suggests a field shortage. As you know, ...
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Ultra ll in Manteca BLD
Jan. 27, 2008 - Sisavic,Sorry about my mis-spelling your name in the Palm Springs post, but you are RIGHT about Manteca. The Nor Cal web site says the Ultra ll will ...
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senior softball lab
Jan. 26, 2008 - IF anyone decides to already screw up the game even more than they have recently done by going to the 1-1 count then there should be one foul allowed ...
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Palm Springs event
Jan. 23, 2008 - My team is making plans to attend the tournament in early March in Palm Springs. One of the players on our team said he heard that the Big League ...
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PALM SPRINGS SPRING NATIONALS
Jan. 22, 2008 - DOES ANYONE KNOW WHAT FIELDS ARE BEING USED IN PALM SPRINGS? I UNDERSTAND THAT SOME OF THEM ARE NOT VERY GOOD AND ALSO THAT THE BIG LEAGUE FIELD OF ...
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BLOWN HAMSTRING REPAIR
Jan. 21, 2008 - Gunny, Don't know part of your hamstring is injured, but I pulled both of mine near the end of a season in rec league about 4 years ago. Felt a ...
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SSUSA Rule proposed rule changes
Jan. 21, 2008 - Hey Guys, for us here in Birmingham, it is 4 weeks until spring practice, and 6 weeks until our March 1 practice tourney at Green Springs. Since we ...
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Too many sub classifications
Jan. 17, 2008 - I have played at the 50, 55 and now 60 level. There is a huge difference. As you move up, the big fat guys are less and less. They have no knees ...
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let more teams in t.o.c.
Jan. 17, 2008 - That is why these "TOC" tournaments mean absolutely NOTHING. You even have to pay for your "prize". [if you win 1 of these meaningless so called ...
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What Would You Change - Other Items
Jan. 10, 2008 - Other Items. These Are Smaller Issues Worth Considering Listed in Priority Order. Windy Conditions: Permit Tournament Directors to go to a ...
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Menifee tournament this weekend.
Jan. 10, 2008 - Hey Ken, thank you for that, it is off the subject a bit, thats ok we can go in a different direction:) I agree with him about the 40 and 45 not ...
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Senior tournament in Birmingham, Al
Jan. 8, 2008 - Senior tournament in Birmingham, Al. on Saturday, March 1. Location will be George Ward Park at Green Springs. Round robin format, then play-off ...
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Move to metal bats
Jan. 6, 2008 - FRED: I have a friend that went to Hitia, several times a yr. When my friend came back, he brought back a "load" of Softballs. These Softballs were 4 ...
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Batting Practice Softballs
Dec. 24, 2007 - taits...dem dare are real good balls.Brings back the memories of yester years gone by.Back in the day when you brought your bats to the park, they ...
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found on another board
Dec. 19, 2007 - allworld (big name)We played on the field that had a thirty foot high (quessing)fence in Center. The wind was blowing in big time, I saw more balls ...
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Menifee
Jan. 4, 2008 - hey tammy are you going to be selling in palm springs? monta the ump
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Comments on Las Vegas tournament
Nov. 21, 2007 - udaplaya enlighten me on where these fields are at. I've covered every inch of the Las Vegas valley I must of missed a few of these new diamonds. ...
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friendship
Nov. 20, 2007 - Seeing where Spicewood is on the map brings back memories. In 69 I had a cabin on LakeTravis but can't remember where exactely it was. I do remember ...
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Bring back 3 game Round Robins !!??
Nov. 26, 2007 - the wood, how many teams were at the majors+ SSWC in MN?I played for damons and we did win (55 major +) out in Palm Springs in 06 , (which is a ...
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a new home run rule
Nov. 13, 2007 - I have 2 comments on this long time issue that will not get resolved to everyone's satisfaction. LOL! I agree with the moving up of teams/players, if ...
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still can play
Oct. 25, 2007 - Come out to Seminole county softball complex tonight in Altamonte Springs and look up Ed Lee. His team Double L Roofing plays at 8:30 on diamond 5. ...
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California Fires
Oct. 23, 2007 - Mike.....I echo your thoughts and sentiments to all of the senior players and families from the California area. The Top Gun III team has three ...
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tourney in Phoenix
Oct. 18, 2007 - I do feel bad for you, and I never played against you. This happened to my team the 2nd season that I played. We were a AA team the first year and ...
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SSUSA Rules for 2007
Oct. 11, 2007 - Bob,Which rules you looking for?Check the session #3 for 55's on the Phoenix tournament schedule and after the round robin pairings they have the ...
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LVSSA - how Not to run a tournament
Oct. 8, 2007 - Most of the problems that occurred the first weekend were solved by the time the 2nd weekend rolled around. I do have a couple of thoughts to share ...
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LVSSA 2007
Oct. 3, 2007 - Einstein, (Joe) , thanks for the Post! It really made me homesick. I'd like to know a little more about the bomb that Mike hit. Which light pole was ...
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TV TRIVIA
Sept. 21, 2007 - While we're at it and in between questions and answers the earliest TV shows I can recall watching (for me) was the hand puppet version of Bennie & ...
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Good bats....trampoline....choice....
Sept. 22, 2007 - Bruce don't mean to deviate here I love the women of TV brings back fond memories, I thought I would add Marilyn Munster, Helga the secretary from ...
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NEXT GENERATION:
Sept. 17, 2007 - TNG, Equipment is only there for what the player brings to the game & allows to be used during the game. So it is not always equal. Otherwise it is ...
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unlimited arc
Sept. 5, 2007 - Boomer, I've played many years w/unlimited arc and it brings pitchers back into the game. A good pitcher that can throw a high arc for strikes makes ...
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ASA Nationals in NC
Sept. 3, 2007 - Stone:You obviously bring up a strong point. We have a 55 team here in So Cal, OLR Nighthawks, that were moved from major to major + this season. ...
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Medford, Oregon area teams
Aug. 22, 2007 - I know someone who has played in Palm Springs, CA for many years and he's thinking of moving to Southern Oregon "sometime in the future". He'll be ...
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Team ratings...cut off time
Aug. 20, 2007 - How can this organization maintain some order when you change a Teams Ranking in the middle of August???? THE AUSTIN A'S A BRAND NEW TEAM..THAT HAS ...
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Re- Rating a team....60+AA team
Aug. 20, 2007 - we played as a AA team in Reno... We finished 2nd there.finished 3rd in a 5 team tourn qualifer in Arkansas.. got smoked by the Hot Springs team ...
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Senior and ASA bat
Aug. 13, 2007 - Can somebody go through the offerings from RIP-it and detail what is what. I know about the yellow outlaw bat and I have swung the ASA black bat. ...
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Gary19
Aug. 3, 2007 - For sure you are correct on the cost. Alot of the 3 day tournaments could easily of been done in two. But that's another thing. I've been playing ...
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OUR TEAM BROKE UP!!!!!!
Aug. 6, 2007 - It's obvious guys that don't live in the desert don't understand the best way to be a snowbird. We, desert area guys, have about 8 months of great ...
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NSA Finals
July 30, 2007 - OREO,There were 5 teams in 60AAA; Teeters, Harris Auction, Texas Legends, Kayson's Grill, and Sports Lettering.You should have come. This was a very ...
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NSA 50\'s tournament in Boaz, Alabama
July 24, 2007 - Nancy,As far as we are concerned the teams to beat are the Classics and Monster. The Classics have not lost a tournament all year and Rabbit always ...
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Reno Western Nationals
July 16, 2007 - I would like to know why the SSUSA is not offering rings for this tourney. Most of the other national tourney's listed are all giving rings. I have ...
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jersey jags
July 10, 2007 - I don’t know anything about your team but just because you only win 25% of your games doesn’t mean you shouldn’t’ be in the upper division. ...
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JC24
July 10, 2007 - Hi Corky/Ralph, Nancy Allen calls it the corncob rule, since the teams are all from the Midwest, Jim& Joes, CC Blue, Travelodge.are the ones that are ...
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GARY 19 & SMOOTH 01:
July 22, 2007 - Snod8Hey Rick good to hear from you. Yes we are going to Mississippi for the 45. I heard you guys are going as well. Look forward to seeing you ...
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New Mat Size
June 18, 2007 - I don't think that pitchers over 50 have as much trouble finding the strike zone as the umpires have in being consistent with what they determine a ...
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SPA World Tounament July 13-15
June 15, 2007 - Bruce, there is also a great BBQ joint (especially known for their ribs) in Excelsior Springs, which is just north of Liberty a little ways. The ...
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Speeding up the game
June 9, 2007 - Hey Gary,I like rigorous debate like I like playing competitive softball.Brings out the best and worst in all of us.I couldn't disagree with you more ...
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save it for the confessional
June 5, 2007 - LECAK & THE WOOD: Again, u were not there @ the game. There r some players that start w/ their feet outside the batters box. These men walk the box. ...
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Bats at Rockn Reno
May 22, 2007 - magic,jim cary from gurusports will be there with his team.he usaully brings bats with him to sell.you might try emailing,kevin do you have his(jims) ...
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Batting Gloves - ??
May 16, 2007 - A lot of hitters hold the bat much to tight, this will not allow them to turn the top hand over properly, causing them to hit alot of fly balls. One ...
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may 19th,tourney,tulsa,ok
May 11, 2007 - Mad Dog,The SPA website (spasoftball.com) shows this tournament being played at two locations:All Star Sports Complex10309 East 61st St South in ...
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Steve Imlay suspension
April 23, 2007 - BOB 55: I am glad that u r stand' up 4 Steven. Steven, was given permission to play in the T.O.C., by a Senior SS-USA Staff. Before Steven, played in ...
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Who is your 'best hitter'
April 17, 2007 - I see you haven't had a lot of replies. Maybe it is because the senior players don't and won't waste their time and money playing ASA with ASA bats ...
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5x5x5 Tournament
April 17, 2007 - Point made I understand well.If i still had a team, which i do not, my concern would be the two things I mentioned:Number od games and the calibre ...
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Lost glove
April 16, 2007 - One of my team members left her glove in Palm Springs at the Spring Worlds. It has "Burcham" on it. Please contact me if anyone found it. Thx
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LVSSA Spring tourney who has info
April 18, 2007 - LVSSA only cares about themself and the city isn't any better. The player and team ratings are a joke. The fields have been terrible for years, and ...
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SAN DIEGO TOURNAMENT IN JUNE
March 30, 2007 - Paul, glad to hear you guys are coming to Camp Pendleton. Hopefully we can encourage some of the other 50+ AAA teams to come down for a good ...
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Need a team to join
March 22, 2007 - pops: We are a first year 70's team (Millers 70) out of Michiganwho won 2 National championships last year (AA) in Palm Springs and Plano. Our ...
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New Format for 50's and 55's
March 19, 2007 - Sounds good to me also. We were in Palm Springs this past weekend and had to travel on Thursday to play a game on Friday morning at 8am.We only ...
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Congratulations to Mac 2
March 19, 2007 - Way to go Mike Cleary and his boysfor prevailing in the heat of Palm Springsto come back after being drowned by Kellysin the first game of the ...
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Ring tournaments--7 innings--1&1 count
March 17, 2007 - I agree. Most of the good hitters (avg/ob%/runs/rbi) do not go to the plate and start whaling on the first pitch that they see. Most of those type ...
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Up to date scores
March 15, 2007 - What a great job getting the scores of the Palm Springs games posted so quickly.This site just keeps getting better.
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Border Troubles
March 15, 2007 - BORDER TROUBLESA sad day for my wife and I and a word of warning for travelers considering cross-border travel. Heightened security that went into ...
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NW SENIOR SOFTBALL WEB SITE!
March 11, 2007 - Bash you animal, way to go!The site looks great and great link to the best softball hitting videosI've ever seen from Bogie.I saw a picture of the ...
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pulled leg muscles
March 9, 2007 - I'm 50 years old and for the past 3 years I've had problems with pulling my hamstrings mainly. Over the past 17 years, no matter how much I stretch ...
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Palm Springs
March 6, 2007 - While it is nice that each team gets to play ONE game at Big League Dreams, what really sucks is that finals for some teams Including 50's Majors and ...
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softball strike zone
March 5, 2007 - einstein: I am also a pitcher. I play in the >65 bracket (Maj+) and have been pitching for the past 30 years. I can move the ball both directions ...
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It's that time of the year...
March 5, 2007 - Einstein, who's going to hit for you? If he doesn't hit 800 with a bunch of homers, you'll be pissed off. I'll try to look you up in Palm Springs. I ...
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C J and S Express TOC Champions
March 9, 2007 - CJ & S have always not only been a good, competetive team, but they are all true gentlemen of the game. You guys always give us as much as we can ...
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Miken Ultra II's at Spring Worlds
March 2, 2007 - The Miken Ultra II bats will not be allowed at the Big League Dreams Complex during the Spring Worlds tournament in Palm Springs. Please note, this ...
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SSWC Spring World
March 1, 2007 - I think everyone is getting confused. I know I am. Ron, are you refering to the tournament in Palm Springs in March? If so, that is a SSUSA ...
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Remedy for Altered Bats
March 4, 2007 - Hey Bogie-The best way to doctor an Ultra 2 is to removeor lessen the counter weight they placed in the handlewhich when done, makes it end loadedand ...
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what can we use?
Feb. 21, 2007 - Still no info on what bats will be legal at the Big League Fields for spring national tournament in palm springs area. I have called the office sent ...
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Big League Dreams
Feb. 20, 2007 - I see one of the locations for the Palm Springs tournament is Big League Dreams. What division is going to play there? Will it be for the entire ...
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combat team deal
Feb. 2, 2007 - Simple answer here. Margines, there no real margines to sell them that cheap. If I did we would be out of business before we got started. BUT I a ...
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Upcoming Master's Tournaments
Jan. 25, 2007 - To all of you 40+ players out there:Take a look at the tournament schedule. There are many Master's/40+ tourneys available this year. The Spring ...
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Dates Picked for Las Vegas Nationals
Jan. 22, 2007 - 2007 Las Vegas NationalsFive (5) Game Guarantee includes Double EliminationAge Groups Divisions Play Dates 50’s AA, AAA, MAJOR, MAJOR+ Sept. 28, ...
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Tournaments
Jan. 19, 2007 - I read my reply and realized that I may have sounded like a jerk, sorry. RT Thomas has held the ISSA and ISF championships in Manassas for as long ...
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3DAY VS. 2DAY
Jan. 17, 2007 - Feel your PAIN...We come from Hawaii...and to come to any part of the Mainland for a 2 dayer wouldn't be prudent for us players.Cost is ...
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Wedding rings--take them off?
Jan. 15, 2007 - I have worn my wedding ring for over 20 years while playing softball, but now I regret it. I hurt my ring finger in Seattle and it swelled up. I ...
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Injury at Menifee
Jan. 15, 2007 - Does anyone know how the shortstop from Palm Springs Heat fared in his visit to the hospital. He was hit in the head by a bad bouncing ground ball ...
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world series date/place
Jan. 10, 2007 - red eye thanks for that one but i was inquiring about the ssws that was in palm springs last year.thanks in advancedonnie
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Pick-up Softball
Jan. 11, 2007 - SlomoWe have a 60+ day league in Altamonte Springs that plays on Monday and Wednesdays. They will let you play if you show up. Email me with your ...
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Should we combine 50 with 55's?
Jan. 8, 2007 - I agree with Donnie (Turn Two) on the age differential. There is a big difference between 55 and 59... an even bigger difference between 50 and 59. ...
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asa
Jan. 27, 2007 - From what I get from post all over is that it's really not about them but rather the recognition or status it brings with it. I would think though ...
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What's up, Doc?
Dec. 12, 2006 - Happy Holidays to you too Einstein, and to all. Hoping the new year brings everyone health and happiness.
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Other bat companies
Dec. 7, 2006 - I hear that Kevin. I heard Easton is bring back the orginal Synergy which would make that climb. Worth depends on Miken to make their bats so would ...
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Tournament of Champions
Dec. 1, 2006 - Tournament of ChampionsThese teams have been invited to the Tournament of Champions in Florida from Feb. 23-25 because they won one of these ...
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Women's 40 Bracket - Palm Springs,CA
Nov. 29, 2006 - The annual Martin Luther King Tournament in Palm Springs will be in January 2007 (the weekend after Martin Luther's birthday). The tournament is ...
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LVSSA 2006 WORLDS: WINNERS ARE LISTED
Nov. 3, 2006 - SENIORS: If, u want the final finishes, they are listed. Just go to LVSSA, scroll down to the bottom; click on Tournament Info..Men's 50's : Major ...
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Las Vegas Tournament
Nov. 3, 2006 - DUKE:: U maybe right about teams & players playing down. It will be up to the SUMMIT & SSWC, to do something about sandbagging. THERE is @ LEAST one ...
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
Oct. 28, 2006 - Gene the compression machine does not work so the only way to tell if the bat is altered is to open it up. Who is going to pay the player whose bat ...
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Rating the National tourneys
Dec. 13, 2006 - THE WOOD: N.A.S.C.S. @ Palm Springs. 1) FIELDS--O.K. We played @ 2 diff.' parks. Lead to believe that the games were all going to be @ FIELD of ...
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Einstein
Oct. 23, 2006 - I must give Einstein credit for his persistence and tenacity. I'm sure he brings the same kind of attitude to his game.Here's the problem. ...
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Altered Bat Update
Oct. 23, 2006 - I just posted this under the "Einstein" message thread but I will also put it here as it fits:I must give Einstein credit for his persistence and ...
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TO EINSTEIN
Oct. 10, 2006 - BATTER UP ::: E-Z, THERE. 1) GARY, is Gary. I am not sure if, Gary, does not have some 'power' on bats. 2) RB, now that is another subject. RB, is ...
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Vote on Changing SSWC Format!!!!!!!!
Sept. 30, 2006 - Hey Terry; My vote is for a 3 day tournament. 3 seeding games on Friday and DE starts Saturday. With travel cost and needing to take the extra day ...
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Need a team
Sept. 28, 2006 - My name is Joe Quintero, although everyone calls me Q..I am looking for a 45 and older slow pitch softball team in the Southern California area. I ...
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A SENIOR BOMB SQUAD?
Sept. 28, 2006 - nice to talk to a younger Crusher. Agree with your breakdown of reasons to reach 300'. The big variable though is the bat and the ball. Recently ...
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Need for an arbitration committee?
Sept. 25, 2006 - In Palm Springs this weekendat the Senior Softball Worldsthere was a request made by the Old A's in the 60’sto have a bat confiscated for ...
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Seattle
Sept. 20, 2006 - I’ve never aplogized for being myself…I’m not about to apolgize for Seattle's weather! Seattle Climate Data & Commentary: If you like ...
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hecklers, crashers and negative clowns
Sept. 17, 2006 - MANGO: If, u do not mind, I have some questions 4 u?When u joined this message board, did u read 'the agreement about posting'? Also, why, did u not ...
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Reflections on Seattle 50 Men AA
Sept. 14, 2006 - It must be catchy. I played with Yeagers 60's in the USSSA Worlds in Salem, OR. last month. We took first and our award was a gold medal. ...
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Palm springs next weekend?
Sept. 12, 2006 - Looking for some info on this tournament. What association is it?When does it start? What bats are allowed?Who is playing in the maor-plus ...
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NSA
Sept. 12, 2006 - Bread...we won the Cullman, Alabama NSA last year in 2005, we got our Championship shirts, right on the spot, we did NOT recieve ANY RING PACKAGES ...
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Doctored Bat in Seattle?
Sept. 12, 2006 - I believe there is a process that the bat mfg folks can add to their production process that would allow easy testing of wall thickness. I worked in ...
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50 MAJOR PUS results from SEATTLE.
Sept. 9, 2006 - Just got the 50 Major Plus results from Seattle:::1st... Seacrest-Miken Mavericks2nd.. Northwest Masters (Oregon)3rd.. Calif. Thunder4th.. Pilners ...
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60 major team
Sept. 8, 2006 - Looking for left center fielder to play in SSWS inPalm Springs, Ca. Sept 21-24 and Las vegas Sept. 29-Oct 1. Must be from Florida, Georgia, or ...
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players playing down
Sept. 21, 2006 - No slowlearner, there are a many players that play a couple of levels as time goes by and no one is saying that once playing at a certain higher ...
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“Netiquette”
Sept. 7, 2006 - DMac. I've offered many sincere and honest rebuttals to the platooning concept; I guess you weren't paying attention? Here's one repeated below that ...
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On the right track
Sept. 8, 2006 - einstein, alt innings was not an alternative to platooning, just another thing to think about for making things better by getting more ...
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New SPA rule on playing down?
Sept. 8, 2006 - has this rule been in place all year? if so, i saw a lot of 50-55 players in texas that play on major plus teams playing with major teams. i k ...
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60AA Plano and 60AAA
Sept. 1, 2006 - Congrats to High Desert on the win and Hidden Hills for coming back thru the losers bracket for 2nd. Also congrats to Hot Springs in the AAA for ...
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Platooning. Yes or No
Sept. 3, 2006 - Thanks, Wood.Good luck to GSF the rest of the year.We'll be in Palm Springs and Vegas at the end of the month and I look forward to seeing you, ...
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Anyone need a Shortstop?
Aug. 22, 2006 - I will be in Palm Springs in early Sept., am 68, and hungry to hit the basepaths.Played the last 3 years in central FL., but here I am now.Hope to ...
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Divisions
Sept. 5, 2007 - Oh Patty Mac and Mr Walker your opening up a can of worms. But hey, that is OK as you cannot fish without them. Wouldn't it be nice if we could get ...
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Palm Springs?
Aug. 22, 2006 - I was just informed that the Palm Springs tournament is a 4-day event and costs $700.00 to enter. Does anybody know if that’s true?
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Just wondering-speculative of course!!
Aug. 22, 2006 - INJURIES late in the season can hurt a team heading for the different national champonships, if your team is classified as a AAA team in the ratings ...
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ULTRA II WHY?
Aug. 8, 2006 - JTS,ASA (Burlington NC), USSSA (Salem OR), ISF/ISSA (Manassas Va), SSWS (Palm Springs, CA) & NSA (Rock Hill SC) are about the only Associations that ...
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Any word on USSSA world or St. Louis
Aug. 8, 2006 - turn two / rekco will be at: manassas,vaasa in burlingtonlvssa in las vegas andssws in palm springs ca.we already have our flights for the last 2 ...
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NSA Worlds.......
July 31, 2006 - Having played AAA, Major and Major Plus I have seen both sides of the argument. Each has its merits.Cat, I beg to differ with you on your ...
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Statistics Shamistics
July 20, 2006 - Sabermetrics: I certainly agree with the previous threads in that statistics kept and especially in Senior Slo-pitch softball where the defense is ...
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Bat Wars
July 11, 2006 - Midwest just received a bunch of copies of Softball Magazine in preparation for Bat Wars. There is an excellent picture of AC Linde of the Old As ...
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Platooning is what we need
July 17, 2006 - Hello Einstein. I sincerely apologize if I came off as flippant in my previous thread regarding the subject at hand of platooning players in Senior ...
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Hot Springs
June 26, 2006 - Any info on the tourney last weekend in Hot Springs. We would have liked to play but no other AA 60's signed up and we did not want to play AAA or AA ...
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Balls
June 15, 2006 - Balls???44/375's...That is the purpose of these balls. We use the Wilson/Demarini 44/375 here in Hawaii and have the same results.Durability is ...
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NSA Las Vegas
June 14, 2006 - 100 degrees with a strong wind blowing in...Unusually challenging conditions for playing anything outdoors, except maybe kit flying.Congratulations ...
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Plano All American tournament
June 9, 2006 - I like your idea about the 60AAA teams communicating with each other as to where they are going. It would make for better tournaments if we could ...
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ROCK 'n RENO - Session #2 Schedules
May 25, 2006 - Good luck to the teams coming from the Midwest to play in Reno. I only wish that we could go too. If Caliendo brings home the trophy, can we come ...
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Tulsa
May 24, 2006 - Red,In the 60's:Overall Results1st Texas Legends2nd Teeters3rd Tulsa Seniors4th Harris (Hot Springs)5th Da BoomersSince the Legends are a ...
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TOM TOBIN MEMORIAL RESULTS
May 22, 2006 - 2006 Tom Tobin Memorial Softball TournamentPrescott, ArizonaMay 18-21 Final Results:50's Division: 1st- C. J. & S Express, 2nd- Los Vatos Viejos55's ...
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Tulsa-June 17&18
May 15, 2006 - We are playing Plano, Hot Springs and Austin prior to the Nationals in Plano and as far as I know Tulsa is the only tourney to start the 60's on ...
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Plano in June
June 6, 2006 - Who will be going to Hot Springs in a couple of weeks??I also thought the Plano tourney was very good, we played poorly but had no excuses only good ...
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What's the call?
May 8, 2006 - My observation on what's presented...It's an appeal play if the opposing teams brings it (the bat)to the umpire prior to the next pitch or the ...
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SPA Baton Rouge
May 16, 2006 - we played both Houston teams in Irving. We split with the Classics and the Bros kicked is hard. We have played 2 tournaments and have played the ...
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Palm Springs Tourney
April 4, 2006 - we're playing in the palm springs tourney at the end of the month and I acknowledge and understand that A.S.A. bats are required, no problem however, ...
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Legal bats
July 16, 2006 - I am in the Palm Desert /Palm Springs area and would like to find out about a women's 60+ softball slow or fast pitch team. I can't seem to find out ...
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Looking for a competive team:
March 24, 2006 - Carlos, give me a call at 314-517-5994. We have a 60's tourney team practicing this weekend in the city. We play league @ Bridgeton starting soon and ...
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59 years old and wanting to play....
Feb. 21, 2006 - Diane, We are a 55 women's team from San Diego. We have a few injuries and we could use an extra player or 2. We're playing this weekend in Palm ...
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PALM SPRINGS
Feb. 20, 2006 - HEY WALKER AND GUYS NICE TO MEET YOU IN PERSON WOW WALKER DID YOU PUT ON A HITTING DISPLAY ENJOYED PALYING AGAINST YOU AND TO DOUBLE PLAY GUYS AS ...
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40 an over teams in California????
Jan. 13, 2006 - Last couple West Coast 40 offerings by SSWC I believe Reno had 7 or 8 participate, Phoenix had 5-6. So Cal not very well represented, by the number ...
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2006 Tourney Schedules
Dec. 26, 2005 - NASCS World Series is in Palm Springs CA and will be played from Sept 15-24. SSUSA Worlds will be in Seattle and played from Sept 7-17. It appears ...
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What may have "ruined slow pitch"?
Dec. 6, 2005 - MITCH: There r many factors that effects a balls flight: tight stich', weight & size of a ball, also, the kind of cover' that a ball has, cor & ...
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who won las vegas
Nov. 27, 2005 - Full results, with all game scores and brackets, will be posted shortly ... In the interim, here are the Las Vegas Winter Worlds 2005 top finishers ...
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WSA Senior Softball Winter Worlds
Nov. 22, 2005 - Gary,The USSSA, NSA, ISA and I believe the ASA does not have qualifiers for their end of the summer World tournaments. Those associations that are ...
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Rankings
Nov. 10, 2005 - BruceinGA: How many times have we heard that story?? There are people out there that do this type of thing almost every year to stay down a level. ...
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SANDBAGGING...
Oct. 24, 2005 - MORT:I gave a suggestion. I also, asked 4 others to do the same. Is this Message Board, not 4 disussion? Do Seniors really care about SANDBAG'? Do ...
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What teams are going to Penacola
Oct. 20, 2005 - SPA Winter Nationals Teams (Tentative List.)50Flip DowFla. CrushMiken ñOld SouthOGísScrap Iron -50ísSegura FarmsGulf Coast ...
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Las Vegas Results
Oct. 14, 2005 - VEGAS 50+ AAA they came: 1) Palm Springs Stingers CA2) Gubiotti Insurance NY3) Armand's Pizza MD
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Changes
Oct. 7, 2005 - 1. I like the 70' bases.2. No base stealing. I have played a lot of catcher the past two years and a lot of balls hit the edge of the mat and veer ...
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2006 Tournament in Washington State
Oct. 5, 2005 - Hey Pie! How's things. You may be right, I don't remember the boxes. You would think if they were hosting a large National torunament, they would ...
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LVSSA 50 Results
Oct. 14, 2005 - LVSSA 50+ AAA they came: 1) Palm Springs Stingers CA2) Gubiotti Insurance NY3) Armand's Pizza MD
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Illegal Players!!
Sept. 22, 2005 - Duke/DMacVery interesting.1st thing is that i have not disbanded my team at all, Kelly's Sports is done as a team for 2005 and everyone on my team ...
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What teams going to WSL World
Sept. 15, 2005 - we was lucky to find someone that loves the game enough to help us with some costs, as you well know to play and travel it costs. Beside he is a good ...
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Des Moines format
Aug. 28, 2005 - The original owner, Ken Maas, who passed away last year truly believed in the game and spirit of softball and NEVER intended the format to be so much ...
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Las Vegas World Masters Tournament
Aug. 16, 2005 - ATTENTION: The deadline is fast apporaching for entries into the Las Vegas Senior Softball World Masters Championship tournament. Deadline for the ...
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Illegal players
Sept. 23, 2005 - I guess that I think that it is wonderful that we have a tournament director that actually likes senior softball enough to play it instead of just ...
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Requesting the Snowbird List
Aug. 3, 2005 - MK; that is correct. At the ISA last year in Altamonte Springs, I (coach) ask to see the roster of another team to protest their player & the TD ...
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SPA Results
July 19, 2005 - Gary19The desire to win rings in senior softball and the illegal use of painted and shaved composite bats have changed the game to a place where it ...
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Great To Live in America
July 4, 2005 - I WOKE UP THIS MORNINGI woke up this morning- before the luminous sun shone thruThe stars blinked their radiance- against a backdrop of navy blueThe ...
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LVSSA World Masters Championship
July 3, 2005 - 4th Annual LVSSA World Masters Championship Las Vegas NVMIKEN ULTRA II ALLOWED!!!!!!!The LVSSA World Masters Championship tournament will be held Sep ...
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Final ratings?
June 25, 2005 - Question on ratings, We have played in World Championship qualifers in Mesquite and Reno, a World Series qualifer in Palm Springs and a SPA qualifer ...
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I need a team......
June 14, 2005 - Since DAMONS GRILL ,super major 50,IN MARYLAND FOLDED...I need to find a team.I play infield,first and third,have 14 world championship rings,worked ...
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SSWS New Format ?
June 13, 2005 - I think the format is still a "play down". But with the ball we used in Plam Springs why would anyone want to go to Des Monies and play "powder ball" ...
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DaveDowell
May 19, 2005 - I have a question about the the Spring Nationals in Altamonte Springs.I noticed that it said games are 60 minutes and then an open inning. Does this ...
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SSWC/ISA Spring Nationals Schedules
May 19, 2005 - Tentative game schedules have been posted here for the SSWC/ISA Spring Nationals in Altamonte Springs, FL, on May 27-29 ... Click on the link from ...
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You Might Be a Softball Redneck If:
April 17, 2005 - 1. YOUR BAT COSTS MORE THAN THE CAR YOU DRIVE 2. YOU HAVE YOUR WEDDING AT HOME PLATE 3. A COP ASKS TO SEE YOUR I.D. AND YOU SHOW HIM YOUR "ALL ...
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Well used broken in Freak
April 20, 2005 - Maddog I can understand why they protested the bat. To see that ball leave the park was an rare event. I heard last weekend in the 55 Major Plus ...
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Upcoming Tournaments
March 31, 2005 - Reminder of upcoming tournaments:Pasadena, TX - Bob Schultz 281-531-4415Tulsa, OK - Jeff Higgins 918-459-0399Tucson, AZ - Ivan Allison ...
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Women's 50 team Needs players
March 20, 2005 - Needed a few good quality players for the Palm Springs Touranment April 9 - 10. You must be 50 years of age before Dec 31, 2005. If interested in ...
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Palm Springs Results & SSWS Qualifier
March 3, 2005 - Congratulations to the following teams :60+ Division1st Queen Bees;2nd LV Neons;3rd New Kids55+ Division1st Silver Saints2nd Ca. Spirit3rd Sin City ...
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Softball shape from playing golf
Feb. 25, 2005 - I thought this might be an interesting idea to share. If it is irrelevant I apologize. I just got back from a golf long drive contest. I entered ...
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Palm Springs
Feb. 18, 2005 - Well the rain god struck again. Maybe I should just stay home for now on. Kenny called early today to let me know the tournament was rained out.Walk
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Ultra 2
Feb. 2, 2005 - Does anyone know will we be able to use the U2 at the SSWC/ISA Spring Nationals Altamonte Springs FL, May 27-29?
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TEAM NEEDS PLAYERS
Jan. 29, 2005 - Looking for a few Quality Players to play with our 55 Year Old Division Team in the Palm Springs Invitational Tournament February 26-27. This is a ...
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Hit one out of the park!
Jan. 26, 2005 - Hotel Mallory presents∑Silver Speed Dating ˆ Everyone Needs a Social Life!You are invited to our second Hotel Mallory Silver Speed Dating ...
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CITY OF ANAHEIM
Jan. 28, 2005 - Per the message on Martin Cota, City of Anaheim's phone, the tournament has been cancelled due to rain. This is the second rain out for the West ...
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Women's 40 Age Group Division
Jan. 13, 2005 - ATTN WOMEN'S 40 AGE GROUP DIVISION!There has been a lot of interest and discussion concerning this age group however in most tournaments there is an ...
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Ultra II Beyond 2005
Dec. 1, 2005 - Having never used this Ultra 2 I do not know what it brings to the table but I have watched it being used and I am considering getting one. Why one ...
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major plus players
Dec. 31, 2004 - Stoneman, right on when you said, "It is a shame, that grown men treat each others this way. It is wrong 4 SENIORs not to stand up & fight this ...
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55 team looking for players
Dec. 29, 2004 - Deiamond Divas is a San Diego 55 team. We're looking for a few more players to complete our roster for a Palm Springs tournament on Feb. 26 & 27. ...
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55 women's team
Dec. 27, 2004 - Diamond Divas, a 55 women's team, is looking for a few players to complete our roster for Palm Springs tournament on Feb. 26 & 27. Come join us!
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Exemptions:
Dec. 23, 2004 - Thanks Steve,,,The same to you and Judy...Merry Christmas, and a safe New Year...The USSSA rings have been ordered, and they are mint...When they ...
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Altamonte Springs, Fl Qualifier
Dec. 21, 2004 - Don:Found out that it was cancelled for March and replaced with a ISA/SSWC Spring Nationals in Alt. Springs May 27-29. It is for all ages. Check the ...
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Thanksgiving Poem
Nov. 22, 2004 - I WOKE UP THIS MORNINGI woke up this morning- before the luminous sun shone thruThe stars blinked their radiance- agai ...
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to the king of pain2
Nov. 10, 2004 - the reason you dont see info about me is the same reason i dont SEE any info in your profile about you!! its about privacey.besides, i dont need to ...
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championship rings
Oct. 30, 2004 - einstien, personally i have won 3 world titles in 3 different levels of play and let me tell you it was no less gratifying to win at aa as it was to ...
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LVSSA Tournament Results
Oct. 25, 2004 - I want to personally apologize for not getting these results to everyone sooner. With so many major tournaments in a row it's hard to keep up! Here ...
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ratings
Oct. 8, 2004 - MIKE: Good thinking, but, DOES THIS WORLD ALREADY HAVE TOO MANY RULES? In a D division, one team was 13-1 & 14-0. THIS SAME TEAM WAS MOVED UP & in ...
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Not Playing Seeding Rounds
Sept. 29, 2004 - Mike, Thank you as well. If you make the trip down to Palm Springs in February, I'll stop by and introduce myself. Palm Springs in February will be ...
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SSWC Worlds in Las Vegas:
Oct. 3, 2004 - To Proudtex40:Thanks Steve and man was it a tough event. Just like you said the best was there to compete. Pine Knob is a very strong team and they ...
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Softball clinics
Sept. 16, 2004 - Juan More about the training camp in Fla.the is Email: info@softballcamp.com I when last year really enjoy it. the date is February 9 - 13, 2005 ...
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rumors
Aug. 27, 2004 - I agree that there is no reason to elimintate Major or Major + teams. I play in Florida and those teams usually play each other on a monthly basis. ...
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NSA World
Aug. 1, 2004 - We played in the 55+ division in Cullman last weekend and I have a question. In the Comparison of Rules of Associations on this website, it states ...
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To MK39, Sam Lee, BruceinGa, Doubl10
July 25, 2004 - taits/Mike-I hope the USSSA guy brings one of these devices. I'd like to see a scientific way of testing bats rather than someone talking trash ...
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IS INJURIES HURTING YOUR TEAM?
July 11, 2004 - i WAS TRYING TO REMEMDER WHEN I SAW SO MANY INJURIES. ON OUR TEAM ALONE WE HAVE SO MANY WALKING WOUNDED.ANYTHING FROM BAD QUAD PULL TO HAMSTRINGS TO ...
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New Bats for 2005
July 9, 2004 - I just received my 2005 EVO yesterday but have not had a chance to use it.I hope that it does remain legal for the 50's for a while. Has anyone used ...
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The Truth About Bats And Balls
Feb. 25, 2005 - How about if we hit the balls the other brings and he hits the ones we bring. Sounds like the solution. It worked in the seventies when you brought ...
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Tournament in Virginia
June 12, 2004 - Good luck! We'll be thinking of the JAH Masters while we are in Auburn.I was trying to play with you in Altamonte Springs in the ISA Nationals but ...
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Hot Springs SPA
June 10, 2004 - 50 AAAEcoquest vs. Ft. Smith Steelers & Eagle Systems vs. Springfield Express 5:00 PMStampede vs. Ecoquest & Steelers vs. Eagle Systems 6:30 ...
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Rock N Reno Qualifier
June 14, 2004 - Mike, sorry for the late response but I must disagree with your assessment of the West Coast All Stars as a Major Plus team. We are a new team ...
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South Bend,Ind. Classic results,50+
Dec. 3, 2004 - hey smallfly....how u doing u miss me lmao......hey i thought i got rid of u the other day i got the flyswatter and flaten u i thought how many ...
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LOOKING FOR A TEAM
June 5, 2004 - BUD KENAN: Phoenix, AZ area and looking to play 70's. (B 1935. 3 World Champ rings (1-AAA, 2-Major). League or Tourneys. Will travel. ...
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Run limits in tournaments
May 20, 2004 - I agree with the five runs per at-bat per inning limit. My team recently played in a tournament in Palm Springs. My team is a Major team and we ...
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Hot Springs results
April 19, 2004 - Yes, the KC Masters won their last two games on Sunday. They beat Team Honda 29 to 12 and the KC Avengers 15 to 14. They were 6-0. They won 3 ...
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Want to join a team in Arkansas.
Jan. 20, 2005 - tom my name is rick we are putting a team together in hot springs arkansas still looking for a few good men. please email at buggs1 @cablelynx.com ...
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Hot Springs, AR Qualifier
April 14, 2004 - Monte,Good Luck in Hot Springs. I think you'll enjoy the folks there.I'm a little bummed out right now. About thirty minutes after my previous ...
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almonte springs
April 17, 2004 - Just don't get stuck on the Red Bug Park fields. 330 down left field, going to 370 center field and back to 275 down right feild line, other field ...
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BruceinGa & El mo
April 7, 2004 - Hey BruceinGa, the bangs, springs, tears, pulled muscles is a part of moving up from a 50 team to a 55 team. You will be ok for another 5 years.Have ...
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Mobile Rings?
March 13, 2004 - Bob, Jim Downs, Emerald City -65's. We received our 2003 World Champ. rings in late Feb. and our 2003 National rings in early March. (Note: the ...
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2004 Tournaments
Jan. 16, 2004 - In addition to the Sonny Williams Tournament that armyho211 mentioned, there are several other SPA qualifiers in the DFW area. The SPA qualifier ...
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Office Products Warehouse 55
Jan. 1, 2004 - Happy New Year to all the teams that beat us up in 2003, we will be back in 2004 so save your tournament fee $$ and go to the MALL, Has anyone ...
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Mobile rings
March 9, 2004 - Third Ring...All took about 4/5 months. Jostens didnot charge my credit card until ring was shipped. Annoying...Yes, but there are not to many ...
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softball camp
Dec. 15, 2003 - The camp runs from Feb 4 to Feb 8th in Altamone Springs, fl. Go to www.softballcamp.com for the details. We have 6 - 8 teams and we play 8 games 2 ...
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SSWS Tournament Date?
Dec. 13, 2003 - Is there a date/site picked for the 2004 World Series? I've heard talk about it being held in Palm Springs Ca, instead of Des Moines. Thanks Robert
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The 2022 World Championships in Las Vegas attracted a record number of teams, offering very large brackets and a prize package to ...
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Sparks Fly and Knee Kneels at Session One
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Pathway to the Worlds
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From the Dugout - By Terry Hennessy
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From the Dugout ColumnBy Terry HennessyThe optimists of the world, America and our sport have lurched into 2022 with an abundance of hope and ...
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2022 SSUSA Qualifiers
Nov. 1, 2021 - Softball News report
Below please see a partial list of SSUSA qualifiers for the upcoming 2022 season, with tentative dates and locations.We will have our complete ...
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2022 Tournament of Champions
Oct. 1, 2021 - Softball News report
POLK COUNTY, Fla. - The Crown Jewel of Senior Softball enters its 16th year here in 2022, pitting the best of the best on the softball ...
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Upcoming SSUSA International Tours
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The World is Opening Again!See below for information regarding adventure destinations that are on deck for 2021 and 2022.Jewels of Eastern ...
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OBITUARIES - 1/28/21
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Raymond A. HafertepeRay Hafertepe, 81, of Palatine, Ill., died on Dec. 21.Hafertepe was a longtime member of the Chicago Geezers, playing on ...
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Gil Splaine Celebrates 100th Birthday
Jan. 1, 2021 - Softball News report
Gil Splaine at the Washington State GamesFormer SSUSA member Gil Splaine, of Renton, Wash., recently hit the century mark, celebrating his 100th ...
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OBITUARIES - 1/8/21
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Mark Henry Stone, Sr.Mark Stone, 62, of Hernando, Fla., died on Nov. 14, one day shy of his 63rd birthday.Stone began playing in SSUSA ...
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From the Dugout: When COVID-19 Strikes
Sept. 1, 2020 - Softball News report
By Terry HennessySSUSA CEOThis week, two 60 AA Colorado players and a girlfriend reported feeling sick after leaving the tournament and tested ...
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Miken Sports/Worth Sports
April 1, 2020 - Softball News report
With many states continuing their respective phases of re-opening, SSUSA hopes to get all teams and players out on the fields as soon as it is safe ...
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SSUSA Prepares To Reopen Sport
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SSUSA Scheduling Update/Office Closure
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Senior Softball-USA (SSUSA) would like to thank its teams and players for their patience during this trying time.We are actively working to ...
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OBITUARIES - 1/17/20
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Jerry E. DealJerry Deal, 79, of Arlington, Texas, died on July 4.A long-time member of SSUSA, Deal played most of his career with Texas ...
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Aug. 1, 2019 - Softball News report
The 2019 season has officially come to an end, and over 280 teams have secured their spot in the Original Tournament of Champions, which ...
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Toys 4 Kids Christmas Benefit
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Phoenix, AZ – The Toys 4 Kids Christmas Benefit Tournament was held here December 8-9 at Victory Lane. Each team that brings a toy receives a ...
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Sammy Cofield - Support Fund
May 1, 2018 - Softball News report
A GoFundMe page has been created for Sammy Cofield, a member of Alliance/Scrap Iron (CO), Men’s 50 AAA. While playing in the Texas State ...
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WIN THE TOC GOLDEN TICKET!!!
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Win one of the 21 TOC Qualifying Championship Tournaments during the 2018 season to punch your Golden Ticket to the 2019 Original Tournament of ...
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Sponsor Profile: Cindy Johnson – Jostens
Aug. 1, 2017 - Softball News report
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April 1, 2017 - Softball News report
LAS VEGAS – 214 teams from 14 states (Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico, Nevada, ...
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OBITUARIES - 1/6/17
Jan. 1, 2017 - Softball News report
James D. CoggburnJames (Jim) Coggburn, 71, of Fairfield CA, died on Dec. 10. Coggburn, a long-time member of SSUSA playing with Prime Time, was ...
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Benefits of Bat Compression Testing
June 1, 2016 - Art Eversole
In our senior softball game, we don’t require onsite bat testing at tournaments as is the case of many USSSA and ASA tourneys. Our senior ...
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SSUSA IN THE NEWS
June 1, 2016 - Softball News report
David Lee of Marauders (CA), 65 Major, and also an SSUSA Umpire, is interviewed by ABC-affiliate KOLO 8 News Reno at the 2016 Rock 'N' Reno ...
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THE ORIGINAL TOC
Feb. 1, 2016 - Softball News report
TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS FINAL RESULTS Final Standings by Division MEN'S ...
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TOC Repeat Winner Fabel of NY, Dies
April 1, 2015 - Joe Ruggiero SSUSA staff
Herbert L. Fabel of White Plains, N.Y., died on Dec. 12 at the age of 74.An excellent all-round player, Herb played senior softball from 1995 to ...
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The Champion of Tournaments
April 1, 2015 - Softball News report
TOC Honors Winners of Top Championships with Banquet, Rings, Special EventsBy Joseph RuggieroSoftball News ReportPOLK COUNTY, FLA. – Players ...
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TOC:Softball’s Gem
May 1, 2014 - Softball News report
Elite Event Honors Winners of Top Championships Grand Banquet, Rings, Special Events Set TOC ApartPOLK COUNTY, FLA. – Ninety-nine champion ...
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Hockey Firm Buys Easton Softball Division
May 1, 2014 - Softball News report
Hockey equipment giant Bauer Performance Sports is expanding its baseball gear offerings with the $330 million purchase of Easton-Bell Sports ...
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RECORD 480 TEAMS IN LAS VEGAS
Dec. 1, 2013 - Ross McCulligan
World Masters Championships Sets Record, 4 Teams Win Triple Grand SlamBy Ross McCulligan, Softball News ReportLAS VEGAS – In 2012, the ...
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Cal Cup Draws 58 Teams
Sept. 1, 2013 - Giovanni Crotti
Warriors, MTC, STIXX, Royals, Buds Among WinnersSoftball News ReportFor the second year in a row, Placer County hosted the California State ...
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HEROES INSPIRE TOC
June 1, 2013 - Softball News report
Elite Event Honors Wounded WarriorsPOLK COUNTY, FLA. – They came to play. They arrived with vibrant spirits and talent undiminished by loss of ...
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Lucky SSUSA Golf Team Wins for Kids Home
Dec. 1, 2012 - Softball News report
PHOENIX – During the Winter World Championships here, SSUSA got lucky in a charity golf tournament — and it benefitted a very worthy children’s ...
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SSUSA RULES COMMITTEE 2012
Dec. 1, 2012 - Softball News report
The following link redirects to the Official Minutes of the 2012 SSUSA Rules Committee Sessions held in Mesquite, NV, on November 28-29, 2012. These ...
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24 ELECTED TO NATIONAL HALL OF FAME
Sept. 1, 2012 - Jack Sirard contributing writer
Twenty-four managers, players, pioneer players and officials have been elected to the 2012 National Senior Softball Hall of Fame.The National ...
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CANADIAN TEAM WINS 55s IN SPRING NATIONALS
May 1, 2012 - Softball News report
POLK COUNTY, FLA. – Teams from six states and Canada competed in the 8th Annual Spring Nationals here at the end of March.The Spring Nationals is ...
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ORIGINAL TOC SPARKLES
May 1, 2012 - Softball News report
POLK COUNTY, FLA. – The original SSUSA Tournament of Champions celebrated winners from the largest and most prestigious tournaments in North ...
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18 MEN INDUCTED INTO HALL OF FAME
Oct. 1, 2011 - Senior Softball-USA
The Nation Senior Softball Hall of Fame has inducted 18 members for its class of 2011. The Hall of Fame was founded in 1995 and is now headquartered ...
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18 MEN INDUCTED INTO HALL OF FAME
June 1, 2011 - Softball News report
The Nation Senior Softball Hall of Fame has inducted 18 members for its class of 2011. The Hall of Fame was founded in 1995 and is now headquartered ...
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2011 SPRING WORLD ALL TOURNAMENT PLAYERS
June 1, 2011 - Softball News report
Men’s 40 Masters: Nor Cal Stars- Manny Gutierrez, Robert Ritchie, Billy Jolly, Sean Morgan, Jimbo Ritchie.Men’s 50 Major: Rapid Erectors- Kerry ...
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TOC RECOMMENDATIONS
May 1, 2011 - Softball News report
I like the concept of the Tournament of Champions and congratulate Senior Softball-USA for the concept and the foresight to create this tournament. ...
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2ND WIND CELEBRATES 15 YEARS
Sept. 1, 2010 - Softball News report
By Connie StewartAnd Annie ”Princess” GronauIn 1995 a Senior Women’s team from Southern California was formed after two ladies went to ...
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HALL OF FAME CORRECTIONS
Sept. 1, 2010 - Senior Softball-USA
In the last edition of Senior Softball News, several names were omitted from a story on the 2010 Senior Softball Hall of Fame.We wish to apologize ...
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TIGHT FINISHES HALLMARK OF SPRING WORLDS
June 1, 2010 - Senior Softball-USA
MESQUITE, NV. – The first Regional Championships of the year kicked off here with 101 teams from March 23-28, making it one of the 10 largest ...
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NATIONAL HALL OF FAME CLASS OF 2010 NAMED
June 1, 2010 - Jack Sirard contributing writer
A total of 20 individuals have been inducted into the National Senior Softball Hall of Fame for 2010.Included are 10 Pioneers to the sport, one ...
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NATIONAL CLUBS AND LEAGUES ADMINISTRATOR APPOINTED
June 1, 2010 - Steve Simmons New England & North Regional Director, Clubs & Leagues
SACRAMENTO, CA – Senior Softball-USA officials have announced the appointment of Maggie Lau as Information Service Director. Maggie will head of ...
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SIMPLE STRETCHES KEEP PLAYERS IN THE GAME
June 1, 2010 - Softball News report
By Lisa CachiaSoftball season is in full swing and I want to share a few simple stretches that when performed regularly will help keep you moving ...
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JIM 'SHERM' SHERMAN 1ST HALL OF FAMER DIES
June 1, 2010 - Senior Softball-USA
SEATTLE – Jim Sherman, 71, the first player to be inducted into the Senior Softball-USA Hall of Fame, died here March 25 after a long battle with ...
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Two New Texas Leagues Have Joined SSUSA Fold
Feb. 1, 2010 - Steve Simmons New England & North Regional Director, Clubs & Leagues
PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN SSUSA AND TEXAS HALF CENTURY MAKES STRIDES IN THE LONE STAR STATEHOUSTON – Keith Parker, executive director of the Texas ...
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SSUSA CONVENTION SHAPES 2010 SENIOR SEASON
Feb. 1, 2010 - Softball News report
NASHVILLE –The annual SSUSA/ISA National Convention here focused on the future of senior softball, heard about the past year, celebrated some of ...
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Morris County, NJ Senior Leagues Results
Sept. 1, 2009 - Softball News report
The Morris County, NJ senior softball leagues total 39 teams, one of the largest New Jersey senior softball organization. OVER 50 FINAL LEAGUE ...
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Cal Cup Maxes Out in Yolo County
Sept. 1, 2009 - Dave Dowell National Director
YOLO COUNTY, CA – The 2009 California State Championships moved to new facilities here this year as 60 teams competed for State Championships and ...
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Stretching Can Save Hamstrings in Game
Sept. 1, 2009 - Lisa Cachia
Q. I just read your article in the recent Senior Softball News and found it very informative. Being a 57-year-old player, I was unaware of some of ...
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US Senior Teams to Compete in Taiwan, Japan
Sept. 1, 2009 - Softball News report
Senior Softball-USA is making a tenth trip to exotic Japan and an inaugural trip to Taiwan in a Far East Tour this November.The Senior Softball-USA ...
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2008 FHC State Championship Results
Jan. 1, 2009 - Softball News report
By Duane JonesSoftball News ReportPicture perfect Florida winter weather once again graced the FHC (Florida Half Century) state championships ...
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Winter Worlds 2008 (Las Vegas) Results
Nov. 1, 2008 - Senior Softball-USA
Results from the 2008 WINTER WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS in Las Vegas, NV ... Winners will receive an invitation to the **2010** Tournament of Champions in ...
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Letters to Editor Autumn Edition
Oct. 1, 2008 - Senior Softball-USA
Tougher Penalties Help SportI live in Arizona now and play softball here. I’d like to respond to your article in the Summer 2008 edition on ...
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SPRING WORLDS (Palm Springs) 2008 RESULTS
March 1, 2008 - Senior Softball-USA
.Results from the 2008 SPRING WORLDS in Palm Springs, CA ... Winners will receive a bid to the 2009 Tournament of Champions in Polk County, FL, ...
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Women's Advisory Council Minutes
Jan. 1, 2007 - Connie Stewart
Senior Softball Women's Advisory Council (SSWAC)Meeting MinutesLas Vegas, NVJanuary 20, 2007The SSWAC is an organization sanctioned by the Senior ...
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2006 WINTER WORLDS (Las Vegas) RESULTS
Nov. 1, 2006 - Senior Softball-USA
.**MEN'S 50+ GOLD (MAJOR/MAJOR-PLUS)**1. MAC II (CA) - Major-Plus Champion2. Kelly Sports (NV)3. The Titans (FL) - Major Champion.**MEN'S ...
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LAS VEGAS QUALIFIER RESULTS
March 1, 2006 - Senior Softball-USA
2006 Las Vegas QualifierMarch 17-19, 2006Men's 50 Gold Division1. Stone Age, CA2. Buccaneers, CA3. Pilchers Ultimate, COMen's 50 ...
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2006 PHX GOLD GLOVE RESULTS
March 1, 2006 - Senior Softball-USA
2006 Gold Glove ClassicPhoenix, AZMen's 50/55 Major1. Arizona MOB 502. Arizona MOB 553. Grimes Trucking 55, AZ4. Stone Age 50, ...
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2006 WINTER CLASSIC RESULTS
Dec. 1, 2005 - Senior Softball-USA
2006 Winter Classic – Menifee, CAJanuary 7 – 15, 2006Men's 50 Pool A (Major/M+)1.Roaddogs, CA2.GSF 55, CAMen's 50 Pool B ...
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2005 SOUTHWEST CUP RESULTS
Sept. 1, 2005 - Senior Softball-USA
2005 Billy Strack MemorialSSWC Southwest Cup ChampionshipsTucson, AZ – September 21-25, 2005Women's 50 Division1. Tucson Classics ...
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2005 CA CUP CHAMPIONSHIPS RESULTS
Sept. 1, 2005 - Senior Softball-USA
CA Cup ChampionshipsSeptember 6 –11, 2005Men's 50 Platinum Division1.Roaddogs2.Old A's Team First3.Old Dawgs 50Men's 50 AAA ...
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California Spirit Sweeps Championships
Sept. 1, 2004 - Pat Lawlis
We had a very successful 2004 World Championships in Las Vegas for the women. Twenty (20) teams participated from 7 states, as well as Ontario, ...
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LAS VEGAS 04 QUALIFIER RESULTS
March 1, 2004 - Senior Softball-USA
Best In the West2004 Tanel Challenge CupLas Vegas, NVMarch 27-28, 2004Men's 50 DivisionGold Division1st: BRL, UT2nd: Las Vegas ...
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Fresno to Host California State Championships
Nov. 20, 2003 - Jack Sirard contributing writer
FRESNO ˆ For the first time in more than 15 years, California will be hosting its state championship in senior softball.Fitting enough, the Senior ...
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Sportsmanship Makes the Game Enjoyable
Nov. 1, 2003 - Senior Softball-USA
We have just returned from the World Championships in Mobile where we were truly inspired by how many players went out of their way to tell us how ...
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2003 Winnipeg All-Tournament Selections
Nov. 1, 2003 - Senior Softball-USA
2003 AA World Championship WinnipegMen's 40 DivisionUnion, Winnipeg, ManitobaDave Pelisser, Ron Phillips, Keith Prost, Bill Hasuik, Randy ...
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SPA 2003 National Championship results
Oct. 28, 2003 - Special to the News
Plano, TXMen's 50+ Major-Plus1. California Rebels, CA2. Pine Knob, MI3. Thermco, NY4. Mission Senior Softball, TX5. Las Vegas Stars, ...
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Scorekeeper Extraordinaire
Jan. 1, 2001 - Letters from readers
I don't know what the criteria is for a Hall of Fame scorekeeper, but Shirley Covert is in our Hall of Fame. Shirley has been keeping score for more ...
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Building a Team
May 1, 2000 - Letters from readers
The Palm Springs Strokers are a newer team; this is our second year in existence. Our first year we spent most of the time being mauled by more ...
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