Valley Fusion: Welcome

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VALLEY FUSION FASTPITCH SOFTBALL TRYOUTS

Our Valley Fusion Fastpitch Softball League is announcing their tryouts for the 2011 season! We are looking for strong players willing to compete at the highest level. 
Valley Fusion is a competitive girl’s fastpitch softball program. Our players are coached in a competitive environment which encourages good sportsmanship and teamwork. Valley Fusion players are expected to encourage other players, cheer when appropriate, and take pride in personal and team accomplishments.  We accept winning and defeat with dignity.
We encourage you to try out for our league!

The 10U tryout dates are:
August 8th @ The Rec, Beacon Falls   4:00PM
August 22nd @ Canfield Park, Prospect   4:00PM

The 13U, 14U, and 16U tryout dates are:
August 8th @ The Rec, Beacon Falls 5:00PM
August 22nd @ Canfield Park, Prospect 5:00PM

The 12U tryout dates are:
August 11th   Canfield Park, Prospect 6:00PM
August 23rd Canfield Park, Prospect 6:00PM

If you want to be part of a successful softball organization, we would love to meet you at tryouts!

Please call with any questions:
(10U)- Joe Ruggiero (203)264-2137
(12U) – Dean Accetura (203) 233 8271
(13U)- Lou Bunosso (203) 598-5338
(14U)- Dana Lee (860) 604-9625
(16U) – Matt Wirsing (203) 516-1695

See "locations" for directions

For players making one of the teams, voluntary, weekly Pitcher/Catcher practice usually begins in November.  Hitting instruction typically begins in December and will continue once a week during the winter and early spring.  Last year's hitting instruction included approximately fifteen, 90 minute sessions on Saturdays at THE HIT CLUB in Thomaston, Connecticut!

The 2010 Registration Fees are yet to be determined. Additional information will be provided at the tryouts.. The registration fee covers insurance, uniform (if outgrown or new player), slider, sliding short, socks, and winter hitting instruction costs and help pay for team equipment needs and tournament registration fees! 

Outdoor practices and games are held at various fields in Prospect and Beacon Falls!

Who is a Valley Fusion Softball Player?

1. An athlete willing to practice during the winter long before the season starts.
2. An athlete with good family support and at least one adult who will attend all team events.
3. An athlete who consistently practices three, four or five times a week.
4. An athlete with a sound work ethic.
5. An athlete who is not easily rattled over failure.
6. An athlete who does not need to be reminded to practice and has the desire to improve her skills above and beyond her current level.
7. An athlete who willingly sacrifices her time, a commitment that she alone has decided to make.
8. An athlete who is not afraid to be challenged.
9. An athlete who is humble or can learn humility.
10. An athlete who is proud of her hard work but never satisfied, thus keeping her open to learning new skills.

True softball story from 2008. (Reenactment) Check it out.