Tuesday, March 20, 2018

Umpire Trianing





Umpires,


This is a courteous reminder about the USA umpire training

 being held at the HSU campus on Sunday, March 25th from 1pm to 5:30pm.



Attendance at this training is required in order to officiate for us.

It would be great for you all to consider registering with USA Umpire; you would need a form of identification and there is a fee to enroll. 

Although this training is free, there is an initial investment needed to be a USA Softball umpire.



We are meeting at Humboldt State University. We will first meet in the Recreation and Wellness Center (formerly Forbes Complex) Lounge. The RWC lounge is located across the street from the Lumberjack Arena at the top of Union Street. (Metered and lot parking all along Union Street is free on Sunday.) Here is a loose schedule:



1:00-1:30: Introduction

1:30-2:50 USA Rules and Humboldt Fastpitch rule modifications

3:00-3:45 Game Management and general officiating advice

3:45-5:00: Signals and mechanics on field drills and practice

We plan to be done around 5:30. 



Please bring food and beverages for yourself. There will not be food provided although some beverages will be available. Please wear clothing and shoes that you feel comfortable running around in.



Gear such as chin guards, face masks, and chest protectors are provided at each field for umpires to use. Things you may need to purchase are a hat, shirt, pants, belt, shoes, depending on what you have. More details at the training. 

If you need to order new gear or would like help understanding what to order, I will be available to assist; so please bring your checkbooks. 



Finally, please reply to this email to confirm you received the email and will be attending or want to be taken off the list this season

I look forward to working with you all.



See you Sunday.


Saturday, March 17, 2018

2018 Season Update


Thank you for registering for the 2018 Humboldt Fastpitch Softball Season!  Player distribution among teams in each region is underway!  :D  Some organizational information for you!


1.      LATE REGISTRATION:  Closes Sunday, March 18th at midnight!  If you know players who still need to register, please encourage them to register ASAP!  Time is ABSOLUTELY running out!
2.      TEAM DISTRIBUTION:   Preliminary placement of players has begun for each of the territories!  Territories include:  Hoopa, Willow Creek, McKinleyville, Arcata, Eureka, Fortuna, Ferndale, and Southern Humboldt!  352 players are currently registered!  At first glance, it appears all age brackets are full EXCEPT 14/16U Fortuna/Ferndale!  If you have or know a player who may be interested, we are seeking approximately four more players to fill those teams!  As extra incentive to fill these teams, we will WAIVE the $20 registration fee for anyone interested in this territory and age bracket!  Registration can happen at:  http://madrivergirlssoftball.blogspot.com/
3.      TIMELINES: 
  •    March 18th:                  Late Registration Closes
  • March 23rd:                  All Players Distributed to Teams
  • March 26th - 30th           Coaches Meetings
  • April 1st                         Easter
  • April 2nd                        Practice Begins
  • April 16th - 20th             Spring Break
  • April 28th - 29th             Opening Jamboree/Pictures
  • May 4th - 6th                 Opening Tournament
  • June 8th - 10th               Finale Tournament
4.  LEAGUE SWEATSHIRT: ​​

·        Sweatshirts will be sold for $40 and can be customized with names for $5 per customization.

·        Customization orders must be PAID IN FULL before the order will be processed.

·        Stay tuned for payment options!  But feel free to still reserve your sweatshirt(s)!

·        Sweatshirts available while supplies last!  To guarantee your order for your player and family, pre-order, by clicking the link HERE:

5.  COMMUNICATION:   We communicate ALL ELECTRONIC!  Because we are currently merging our 2018 email list, please be patient with us while we work to do that, it is possible you may receive some messages more than once!  Our communication channels include:

Have a Great Weekend!
~Mad River - Humboldt Fastpitch Board




Saturday, March 3, 2018

Register Now!

If you have yet to register for the 2018 Humboldt Fastpitch Recreational Softball season, please do so as soon as possible!  Your early registration makes it possible for the program's all-volunteer staff to assess player numbers, determine the number of teams by geographic region, reserve practice fields. establish practice schedules, and create and post games schedules in a timely manner. Registration closes ON the day of the Humboldt Fastpitch Assessments which will be March 11 at McKinleyville High School.  Registration can be done online at:  http://madrivergirlssoftball.blogspot.com

Tentative assessment times are as follows:

10u  = 10:30 a.m. 
12u = 11:30 a.m.
14-16u = 12:30 p.m.
Any player petitioning to play up MUST ATTEND assessments!

After March 11th, we will enter our LATE REGISTRATION period which will result in a $20 Late Fee.  

Please help us get the word out!  Thank you!


~the Mad River-Humboldt Fastpitch Board