Well-planned practices, run by caring and trained coaches, with well-played games by girls enjoying softball will define our success. NGSoftball depends upon the dedication and effort of its volunteer coaches, who devote their time each season to support this program. They are the most important and visible emissaries of NGSoftball to the Newton community. Women are particularly encouraged to volunteer. Experience and knowledge of the game is preferred for coaches, but not required. NGSoftball can provide numerous resources (e.g., clinics, books, videos, etc.) to help you improve your coaching skills.

For more info please contact doug@NewtonGirlsSoftball.org

The NGSoftball board has voted to require all coaches and board members to complete the CORI (criminal history) form.

The CORI process is administered by the Massachusetts Criminal History Systems Board and provides information to youth leagues and other organizations to help ensure a safe environment for our children. Your completed form will be submitted to the Criminal History Systems Board and they will provide information directly and confidentially to the NGSoftball CORI committee (comprised of two NGS board members). All information will be kept strictly confidential. 
   1.  please download the attached .pdf CORI document
   2.  complete the form and mail to: 
       NGSoftball CORI Administrator, 15 Grafton Street, Newton, MA  02459

Any individual who has a criminal record or an open case which the NGSoftball CORI committee determines to disqualify that individual will not be permitted to be a coach or board member in NGSoftball. Examples include a violent crime, sexual crime, abuse, assault, drugs or other similar crimes.

Any individual who has been informed that they may not participate as a coach or board member can appeal the decision by contacting the President or any current member of the NGSoftball Board. At that time the President will appoint a subcommittee of board members to hear an appeal.

Thank you for your prompt response on this important safety issue.

The American Softball Association (ASA) has established the ACE Coaching Ceritfication Program. ALL NGSoftball coaches (and interested parents) are encouraged to complete Level 1. It takes approximately 60-80 minutes and costs $25. It is done on-line and does not need to be completed in one "sitting". A few days after completing the on-line "test" you will receive the ACE Coaching Certification Manual. This manual is our primary tool for assisting coaches to provide consistent and quality instruction to our players.

To begin the process click http://ace.usasoftball.com/ace/home.asp

2010 Coaches SKILLS Clinic (coaches only)

Saturday, April 10 @ Newton North HS Gym (3rd floor, Hull St. entrance)

• Session 1: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
• Session 2: 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
• Choose the session that meets your schedule (if you do not care, please select session 2 as it typically has fewer coaches)

2010 Coaches Roster, Rules, and Equipment Meeting

• Grades 1/2: Thursday, March 11
• Grade 3: Tuesday, March 16
• Grades 4/5: Thursday, March 18
• Grades 6-8: Tuesday, April 27
• Time: 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm. Meeting begins promptly!
• Location: MacKenzie Community Center, 1337 Centre Street Newton Center 02459. Plenty of parking in the rear lot.

All coaches are expected to attend BOTH the coaches skills clinic and their Grade roster meeting.

At the roster meeting you will recieve your team rosters and equipment. We will review the 2009 rules and we will share practice ideas.

2010 Coaches PITCHING Clinic (coaches & parent of pitchers only)

• April 24 @ Newton North HS, 3rd floor gym
• 4:20 - 6:00 pm shortly after the players' pitching clinic

Grade 1/2:
    Michael Buras: Michael@NewtonGirlsSoftball.org
    Maria Gentile Vachon: Maria@NewtonGirlsSoftball.org
Grade 3
    Bill Hartranft: Bill@NewtonGirlsSoftball.org
Grade 4/5
    Tony D'Agostino: Tony@NewtonGirlsSoftball.org
    Allen Holland: Allen@NewtonGirlsSoftball.org
Grade 6/8
    Joe Armatucci: Joe@NewtonGirlsSoftball.org
Registrations, Uniforms, Sweatshirts, Gloves, Team Photos...
    Melinda Roman: registrar@NewtonGirlsSoftball.org

League President
    Doug Clott: Doug@NewtonGirlsSoftball.org

MOHEGAN SUN WORLD COACHES CONVENTION
JANUARY 10, 2009 @ Mohegan Sun Convention Center CT
7:00 am - 5:15 pm
Instructors: Jenny Finch, Denise Davis, Cat Osterman and more
for more details visit www.softballcoachesclinic.com