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Who determines whether the fields are unplayable?
Enumclaw Parks makes the determination. MRBA has no input on the playability of the fields.
Who is responsible for rescheduling games?
Our scheduler was VERY busy for the 2010 season. She tried her best to get every game rescheduled. Unfortunately, we had to end the season before all games were played. That was partly due to the availablity of the fields after the middle of June. Now, ALL coaches were told at the beginning of the season that if they had a rainout, both coaches were to contact each other and determine a day that would work for both of them. They were to then contact the scheduler to get a field and umpire. This happened most of the time, but not all of the time.
Is there a better way to hold the Player Evaluations?
Probably. However, because of the time of year that they are held, it's difficult to have an outdoor session. There are really no available professional, indoor facilities close by to conduct the evaluations. We tried that one year in Auburn and it was a nightmare. The best we can offer at the moment is the EMS gym. Even with the influx of players at last seasons evaluations, we felt the process went fairly smooth from our end. We are constantly re-evaluating the process to improve it.
How are All-Star coaches chosen?
Since the 2008 season, coaches have been voted into the position by the other coaches of their division. The board has never had a vote for who will coach the teams. For the 2011 season, we are looking at changing the way players and coaches are picked for the All-Star teams.
Why can't we get the hanging flower baskets delivered for Mother's Day?
This is simply because we are not a big enough account. We ask every year if it's possible and every year it's a no. Including next year.
There's too much selling involved with fundraising. Will that change?
Yes! This next season we will only be selling the flower baskets. And great news for the t-ball kids.... you will not be required to fundraise!!!
We are going to hold a silent auction / dinner sometime in the Spring. We did this a few years ago and it was a blast.
We are also going to have another poker tournament fundraiser. Hopefully we won't have to move it to my house this time.
It seems like the league fees keep going up every year. When will we get a break?
Actually, the league fees have stayed the same over the last two years. And it gets better. Next year, we are actually dropping the price for all Cal Ripken (12U) divisions by $15!!!
Is anything going to been done about coaches that overpitch these young arms?
Yes. We are currently working on implementing a pitch count starting in the 2011 season.
Why are games only played in Enumclaw?
We have tried in the past to schedule games in Bonney Lake, but for some reason they haven't let us. We are trying again this year to get some games going in that area.
Will MRBA ever offer Girl's Fastpitch?
Probably not. We would need a full board of Fastpitch minded people to take on that task. If that happens, we would look at the possibility.
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