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Frequently Asked Questions
Q:What does IBGSB stand for?
A: Imperial Beach Girls Softball. We are a non-profit organization.
Q:What are the age divisions that Imperial Beach has?
A:The divisions are based on the girls' birthday on Jan 1.
6 & Under (T-Ball)
8 & Under
10 & Under
12 & Under
14 & Under
Q:Are scores/standings kept for all divisions?
A:No. scores and standings are only kept for 8 & Under and up. T-Ball does not keep score.
Q:How are girls assigned to a team?
A:A blind draft is held for the 8 & under division. A manager can first select four players, usually their daughter and their coach's daughter plus two additional girls. After that, players are picked at random until the roster is full. Evaluations are scheduled for the 10 & under, 12 & under, and 14 & under. Again, the manager can protect four players, usually their daughter and the coach's daughter along with two other girls.
Q:How are team colors selected?
A: Team colors are given out at random, usually a drawing held at the team mom meeting or when the managers do the evaluations and pick teams.
Q:Who picks the team names?
A:The teams make up their own names. Any offensive name will be rejected.
Q:When are team pictures taken?
A:Team pictures are taken a couple of weeks after the season starts. They arrive several weeks after that. The package usually contains. A button, team pictures, 4x5, and several wallets. The package is part of the registration fee. Additional items are paid at the time of the shoot.
Q:I'd like to be on the board. What can I do?
A: First go to the general meetings. This will give you an idea of what goes on. After you have decided, request that that your name be placed on the ballot for a particular position. Elections are held at the end of the regular season (April). Newly elected board members take office after the all-star season (August).
Q:How much are coaches/board members paid?
A:Coaches and board members are volunteers.
Q:How are the all-star teams selected?
A:At the end of the recreational season (May), tryouts are held. Every girl is required to tryout regardless of previous all-star status. Each girl must perform each skill (Batting, throwing, catching, running, etc...) Pitchers and Catchers must perform in their skill area also.
Q:Is additional money required for all-stars?
A:Yes. The amount varies but funds must come from each player. All-star season requires a great deal more time and money than the recreational season. Depending on how well the team performs travel to State and National tournaments is required.
Q:How can I become a sponsor?
A:There are sponsors for the recreation season and the all-star season. Contact the sponsor coordinator on the board member page for more details.
Q:I took some pictures at a game. Will you post them on the website?
A:Yes. Contributions are encouraged. Click on the "Pictures" tab and upload your pictures using Shutterfly. You will have to become a member of Shutterfly to do this. Shuttterly is a free service that allows us to share pictures and order copies if you so choose.
Q:How do I know when our team has snack bar duty?
A:Check the Snack Bar schedule page. The schedule will be posted there.
Q:Our game was rained out. Now what?
A:Some games will be made up depending on time and fields. They will be announced.
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