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Arlington Girls Softball Association: Frequently Asked Questions
Arlington Girls Softball Association

Sunday, January 4
Frequently Asked Questions: Spring 2009
Frequently-Asked QuestionsUpdated August 2009

What is the deadline for registration?
Sept. 19, 2009.

Will you accept registrations after the deadline?
Yes, but only to the extent that teams still have openings and do not exceed their maximum size. There will be a $25 late fee to register after Sept. 19.No registrations will be accepted after Sept 26.

Our daughter is registered, so when will we hear from a coach regarding assignment to a team and the schedule for games and practices?
Teams are finalized just before the registration deadline. If you have not heard from a coach by Sept. 18, contact agsasoftball@comcast.net or the AGSA Hotline,703-237-6365.

When will practices and games begin? When does the season end?
Practices will begin on Sept 19. Season ends around November 1.

What times/days of the week are games and/or practices?
It depends on the player’s age and the league in which she plays. Further information, if available, will be posted at www.eteamz.com/agsa. Most Pixie and Pigtail league practices, skills clinics and games are held at Arlington Traditional School on Saturday mornings. My daughter is only 7 (or younger) and she has never played softball before. Will she have to try out? Will she be able to compete with the other girls?
Skill levels vary widely in the Pixies - this is a low stress league - we try to have fun and learn the basics of softball (hitting, throwing, fielding, and running bases). At this age level, the emphasis is on fun and learning the game, not competition. Coaches pitch in Pixie League

What do I have to buy?
Uniforms (cap/visor and t-shirt) are provided at no extra cost. Socks can be purchased through the team. Girls will need a softball glove, but all other equipment is provided. AGSA recommends you buy a batting helmet, but it is not required. Team helmets will be available. AGSA sells them at cost for $20. Write your name and phone number on the glove (and helmet if you buy one). Girls should wear sweatpants if it’s cold, and comfortable shoes for running (no need for cleats).

My daughter hasn’t played before. How do you make up teams?
New girls are assigned by age, school and neighborhood. If you have any preferences for teammates, coaches or existing teams, let us know as soon as possible.

Which league do I sign up for?
League eligibility is determined by the age of the player on Sept. 30 of the year in question, and is closely aligned with Arlington Public Schools guidelines for ages and grades. Girls who are in Kindergarten or 1st Grade in the fall, nominally ages 5 and 6 as of September 30, will play in the Pixie League. 2nd and 3rd Graders, ages 7 and 8 in the fall, will play in Pigtail League. The Ponytail League comprises girls in 4th and 5th Grades, roughly ages 9 and 10 in the fall. Girls in 6th Grade and above, ages 11 and up in the fall, will play in the Underwood League. The date for determining age of eligibility is Sept. 30, 2010 (next year, not this year, because girls move up in the fall to play in the same league they will play in next spring).
Younger players who want to play up with their friends and classmates in an older age group league may do so only upon the recommendation of their coach and the approval of the League Commissioner. This is done on a case-by-case basis to ensure that the player is ready to move to the higher level of competition. If your daughter is underage and you are considering moving her up to an older league, we recommend that you first contact your spring season coaches to ask their opinion.

There is no provision for older players who want to play in a younger league. Such players should play in the league for which they are eligible. If this causes difficulty, please discuss the situation with your daughter's coach.

How do I qualify for financial aid?
We use the honor system: all you have to do is ask. But you will need to use a paper form to register. Online registration requires you to use a credit card.

Where do I register online or get a paper registration form?
Go to AGSA’s homepage--www.eteamz.com/agsa --and click on Handout: ‘09 Fall Registration. Alternatively, telephone us at 703-237-6365 or email a request to agsasoftball@comcast.net.

How do I register online?
Go to www.eteamz.com/agsa and click on the button at the top of the home page. Or click on this link to go directly to registration: http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1771426I would like to sponsor my daughter’s team. What is the process?
The Sponsor Fact Sheet outlining the AGSA sponsors program is available for download in pdf format on the AGSA website. Click on the “Sponsors” link at the left side of the home page of the Arlington Girls Softball Association website.
 I have a special concern that this FAQ has not covered. How do I contact my league’s commissioner?
Please send an email to agsasoftball@comcast.net and it will be forwarded to the appropriate commissioner. Please include your daughter’s date of birth.I have yet another question about registration. How can I get help?Contact Paul Merrion, AGSA Registrar, at 703-237-6365 or agsasoftball@comcast.net 

 




 
 
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