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Welcome to the Grand Prairie Girls Softball Association!
(GPGSA) was formed in 1973 to provide girls in Grand Prairie and surrounding cities with a safe and organized environment to learn how to play softball in a recreational atmosphere. Leagues are formed for girls ages 3years old thru 17 year olds.
(GPGSA) offers both spring and fall seasons. The spring season, generally begins in early March to late May. The fall season, generally begins in early September to late October.
Teams play 10 to 12 games throughout a season, usually 2 games a week. Games are generally played on a specific weeknight, and do not start before 6PM or later than 8PM. Game times vary by age group with the younger girls playing the earlier games. Practice days and times are determined by each teams head coach. Teams are encouraged to have two planned activities (practices and/or games) each week. Coaches generally consult with parents regarding practice days and times.
(GPGSA) is happy to announce the return of BLAST BALL for the 3 and 4 year old boys or girls. Blast Ball is an excellent introductory game for T-Ball and fastpitch softball. It allows for more action for a youngsters short attention span. More kids get to be involved which helps them retain interest in T-Ball and softball concepts. The game is safe and uses a foam bat and ball with no gloves required. Blast Ball teaches the basic T-Ball and softball fundamentals of hitting, throwing, and fielding while emphasizing the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship.
For more information please call 469-767-9107.
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Friday, November 21
2012 All City Sports Sign Up's!
All Sports City Sign Ups
January 7th, 2012
From 10AM-1PM
Locations:
The Bowles Life Center Branch
2750 Graham Street
Grand Prairie, Texas 75050
Also every Saturday at Jennifer McFalls park from 12pm - 4PM starting January 7th.
Handout:
New VTD Player Registration Form
Tuesday, December 6
2012 Spring League Sign Up's Starts Jan 7th.
GPGSA will start the 2012 SPRING LEAGUE Season sign up's each Saturday beginning Jan 7th, from 12PM - 4PM Signup's will continue each Saturday until March.
Regular Registration fees: Blast $25, 6U and 8U $65, and 12U and up $75.
Coaches please let Irene know if you will be returning as coach this Spring, Thanks.
Handout:
New VTD Player Registration Form
Thursday, April 14
GPGSA Awards 2011 College Scholarships!
This year's 2011 Graduates former GPGSA league girls are recognized with GPGSA College Scholarship's.
Congratulations to Lauren Bancroft, Katherin Shrunk, Mercedes Rodriquez, Celese Tirres, & Whitney Rule
Grand Prairie Rain Out Number
For field conditions call 972-380-7925 after 4PM.
GPGSA Cell # 469-767-9107
Sunday, June 1
2012 Playing and Standing Rules
This link below also includes playing rules and instructions for blast ball rules.
Handout:
Playing Rules
For questions please e-mail one of Executive Board Members! Or call a League Rep.
Executive Board
President:Irene Goldsmith
Vice President:Erica Armendariz
Secretary: Amy Altes
Treasurer:Jan Rowlet
Director of Fields:Art Tijernia
Board of Directors
18U League Rep Howard Bancroft 972-877-5643
16U League Rep. Jerry Yzaquirre 469-363-6196
13U League Rep. Lisa Boyd 214-641-8444
10U League Rep. Ricky Parks 214-524-6958
8U League Rep. Christina Luna
6U League Rep. Tracy Howell 214-732-3020
Blast Ball League Rep. Kari Perez 214-605-5671
League Scheduler Erica Armendariz 469-323-4613
Fundraisers Lisa Boyd, Cristina Luna, Kari Perez
Concessions: Liz Tate 972-264-4550
Scorekeeper Chairperson: Liz Tate 972-264-4550
Uniforms Chairperson: Lisa Boyd 214-641-8444
Tournament Director:,Howard Bancroft 972-877-5643
Asst.Tournament Director: Jan Rowlett 469-767-9107
Umpire In Chief: Marshal Harris
Standings: Tracy Howell 214-732-3020
Assist. Field Directors: Ricky Parks, Shawn Figley
Softball Scheduling Links
Link to Tournaments, Teams, Field Locations, and more.
Virtual Tournament Director (VTD)
Texas ASA Softball
ASA Softball
USSSA-Fastpitch
USSSA Texas
USA Softball
Weather and Road Conditions
Returning this Spring GPGSA will be registering both boys and girls for “Blast-Ball” ages 3-4. $25.00 Fee
Remember to download and print out a registration form shown above and bring with you to Jennifer McFalls park any Saturday starting Jan 16 thru February 16th from 12pm-4pm. Registration forms are available on site as well!
BLASTBALL is an excellent introductory game for T-Ball and softball for boys and girls. It allows for more action for a youngsters short attention span. More kids get to be involved which helps them retain interest in t-ball and softball concepts. The game is safe and uses a foam bat and ball with no gloves required. Blastball teaches the basic T-ball and softball fundamentals of hitting, throwing, and fielding while emphasizing the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship.
Players Age:
- Must be 3 or 4 years old as of January 1st of this year.
Playing Field:
- Playing field will consist of 1st base loaded with a horn, home plate where batter will hit from a "tee" and all defensive players will line up at least 40 feet away from home plate.
- Any ball hit 10 feet from home plate or past the fair ball marker will be considered a fair ball and the batter shall advance to 1st base.
- 1st base will be set at a distance of 50 feet from home plate.
Equipment:
- Team t-shirt supplied by GPGSA must be worn during all games.
- No player shall wear a softball glove. The game ball is foam rubber and will be safe for kids to play without the use of a glove.
- All equipment for Blastball will be furnished for use by the team by GPGSA.
Equipment includes: Blast balls, bat, batting tee, blast ball 1st base.
Games:
- Games shall last 30 minutes, at the end of 30 minutes the game will end and all play will cease. If the game is called because of inclement weather, it will be declared a complete game if 20 minutes are completed prior to the stopping of play.
- No score or win/loss record will be kept.
Rules:
- Minimum number of players per team is 5 with a maximum of 7 players per team.
- Each Blastball team must have 2 coaches on the field of play at all times.
- Each team will bat its entire roster in each inning one complete time, which will constitute a half inning of play. Each turn at bat the batting order will be reversed. (example: if a player bats last in the first inning she will bat first in the next inning).
When at bat the object is to hit a fair ball, reach the base and sound the horn before the defensive team fields the ball, holds it above their head and yells, "Blast". Each batter will return to the dugout after running to 1st base.
- Each batter will receive a maximum of 6 swings in which to hit a fair ball. A fair ball is any ball hit between the foul lines and past the 10 foot fair ball arc in front of home plate.
- When on defense, all players will play a defensive position at least 40 feet from home plate. No player will play catcher. Defensive positions consist of infielders and 1 pitcher.
- The home team will be responsible for setting up the field for the game and the guest team will be responsible for returning the equipment after the game has ended.
- Coaches will also serve as umpires while on the field.
For more information please call our association at 469-767-9107.
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