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| Sept. 9, 2018 Duke | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: How do you like the 1 n 1 count? I never feel rushed to get the game over with, when we have had the 1-1 count. Without the 1-1 count and my team is behind in a game, I feel a bit anxious to get those extra 1-2 innings in, to have a better chance come back and win. I enjoy the game either way. I like playing all 7 innings. When I said in my previous post, that we even finished early, is that I wanted to convey that we played the entire 7 innings. No one on either team felt rushed. Actually, just the opposite. The only aspect of feeling rushed with a 1-1 count, is the batter will not be able to stand in the box and wait for the first strike. JMHO, Andy Smith, USED2BE |
| Sept. 8, 2018 Duke | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: How do you like the 1 n 1 count? In the games that I played this year, I like the 1-1 count, because all but 2 games, we played 7 innings. We even played a few extra inning games in seeding games and/or a round robin set up. Several games were completed early, and it was nice to get out of the summer heat sooner. Andy Smith, USED2BE |
| Sept. 7, 2018 Duke | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: Plz explain format Heavi, In most of SSUSA tournaments, and this includes the Vegas Worlds, you will begin with 2 seeding games. How you do in these 2 seeding games, determines where you are placed in the double elimination brackets. If you are tied in seeding, then you will go to the tie breaking rules listed on the tournament game list. You are guaranteed 5 games, so if you lose your first 2 games in bracket play, then you are still in the tournament, and can still win the tournament, but will probably have to win a lot of games to do so. It appears that everyone will play their 2 seeding games on day one, then they are done for the day, and can enjoy some relaxing time at the casinos or go see a show. Andy Smith, USED2BE |
| Sept. 7, 2018 Duke | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: Session 2 Field Assignments for Vegas Worlds They are quite busy setting up the large brackets. As the SSUSA Staff said on September 5th, "...Final Field Assignments will be released simultaneous with the publication of the DRAFT Game Schedules and Brackets within the next couple/few days ..." Therefore, we should all see these seeding/brackets by September 7 or 8. JMHO, Andy Smith, USED2BE |
| Sept. 3, 2018 Duke | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: Softball Venue Review Site- Senior Softball Addict Jon44, Very informative and accurate descriptions of the field conditions. Andy Smith, USED2BE |
| Sept. 1, 2018 Duke | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: somthing very interesting coop3636, Not really a mute point, but a moot point. Just kidding with you! Although they are supplying some softballs, you could utilize the exact softball already in your possession, especially if, you do not care to retrieve any softballs that leave the field or purchase new additional ones. I am sure many teams have Rock softballs that are in new condition. Have a good tournament! Andy Smith, USED2BE |
| Sept. 1, 2018 Duke | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: somthing very interesting I would not think that we are hitting our own softballs, and SSUSA to expect every team to go out and buy some Rock softballs. Traditionally, SSUSA will give each team some new Rock game balls. Whether that is 6 or 12 softballs, I cannot remember. If you do not want to retrieve home runs, then you can always buy more from the sign in area. Probably the more important question here, can a team use a Rock softball that they already have in their possession. If I recall, for the World Championships, the Rock ball being used has World Masters Championship on them, and half of the one's that I have, do not say that on the softball. Obviously, both softballs are the same. Andy Smith, USED2BE |
| Aug. 20, 2018 Duke | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Trump Stote Very cool Dave. Nice to know some of these facts, just in case I get in the "cash cab". |
| Aug. 20, 2018 Duke | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Trump Stote Dave, Is the Rock softball named after the wrestler Rock, now turned into a movie star? LOL! Andy |
| Aug. 15, 2018 Duke | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: Hitter Not Running If a sac fly situation occurs, then the batter-runner does not have to touch first base, because he been put out. I agree a base hit is a bit ridiculous, because the runners can advance. But a base on balls or catcher obstruction is correct, because no one has been forced to advance, if the batter-runner does not touch first base and leaves the playing field. JMHO, Andy Smith, USED2BE |
| Aug. 15, 2018 Duke | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Major++ Personally, I do not agree with the Major++ rating. Obviously, Timberworks, San Francisco Seals, and others are at the top of their game. BUT, by creating a Major++ rating, just starts a division that will eventually have more teams with that rating, thus another division with not too many teams to play, which is absolutely boring. As I play in older divisions, I have noticed the Major+ and Major teams to play dwindling in numbers. If this continues to happen, then I might just retire from tournaments, and just play in a few leagues. OR, I might just play in younger divisions, until I cannot compete with the younger players. JMHO, Andy Smith, USED2BE |
| Aug. 15, 2018 Duke | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: Hitter Not Running We have so many ridiculous rules in senior softball, and this is just another. Next time that batter needs to hit a home run, then he does not have to touch a base. LOL! Andy Smith, USED2BE |
| Aug. 8, 2018 Duke | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: San Clemente in August! NO!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL! |
| Aug. 8, 2018 Duke | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: San Clemente in August! playball5, Apparently, we will not be using the new ball per the director, Andy Smith, USED2BE |
| Aug. 7, 2018 Duke | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: HOW LONG? Omar, You are so correct about the Vegas resort fees. I was in Vegas in July, my room was $30 plus $36 resort fees and room tax. Since that is one of the listed hotels on this website, I will leave their name out. Some of the hotels are getting smart and have lowered their resort fee substantially. Let's not forget the last 2-3 years for the hotels on the strip charging for parking each day, whether you are staying there or just visiting. Just have to check around to find the more reasonable hotels. Andy Smith, USED2BE |
| Aug. 7, 2018 Duke | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: TOC qualifier While the debate continues, it was nice to see the TOC earned bids list is now current. Hope this all gets resolved. |
| Aug. 6, 2018 Duke | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: Calling High Pitches marcster13, I prefer the umpire make the correct call with the flight of the ball in the air. Those umpires need to be made aware of their errors. To answer your direct question, I would have called time and asked for the Director to overturn the call. Honestly, if it was not called on the third strike, then the batter should have swung, rather than stand there and take strike 3. If the ball was swung at, that would be another issue, because you can swing at an illegal pitch. JMHO, Andy Smith, USED2BE |
| Aug. 6, 2018 Duke | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: TOC qualifier OOPPSS!! "...you will see the old year listed" |
| Aug. 6, 2018 Duke | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: TOC qualifier brhodes27, I could be wrong, but the current list of teams that have qualified for the TOC in February 2019 that I was looking at, is the previous year's list of qualifying teams. It appears that it has not been updated for the current year? Check out the dates listed and you will the old year. Andy Smith, USED2BE |
| Aug. 5, 2018 Duke | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: HOW LONG? Paco12, There is still a big difference between 60 Major Plus and 60 Major, and I have played both. If we go with what Matt43 said and combine 70 Major Plus and 70 Major AND go with the 1 up for home runs and then an out, that would make things a lot closer and the difference MINIMAL. Even 65 Major Plus and 65 Major has a gap, and I have played both of those as well. What I have seen happening in the 60's and 65's Major Plus over the past years, is SSUSA moving some of the Major teams up to Major Plus, then get their butts slammed for a year, move back down, and bring up some other lambs for the slaughter. It is just an unfortunate vicious circle, because the Major Plus teams are loaded and mostly sponsored. It is just a fact, and I am sorry for your situation. If you really want to combine the Major Plus and most of the Major teams, then you will need to accept the 1 up and out for home runs, or it will never happen in our lifetime, instead of expecting Major teams to play home run derby with the Major Plus teams. I have also played in a tournament as a Major team as you have suggested in your first post. As Matt43 stated, there is nothing more unsatisfying, than playing in a mixed tournament and getting knocked out by a higher rated team, and not being able to play for the championship against your supposed equal. Although you sort of liked what Matt43 said, you should consider ALL of what Matt43 said. Again, it is unfortunate for the Major Plus teams, but they will not tolerate the 1 up and an out rule. Usually, the Major Plus teams want to compromise and have the home run rule reduced to 6 and a walk. Well heck, my last 2 seasons at 65 Major, my team did not hit more than 10 home runs all year. Most of my 60 Major teams, except for one, the same issue on home runs. This has been an ongoing debate for over 15 years. It will probably continue for another 15 years. Good luck in your tournaments and the best to all! JMHO, Andy Smith, USED2BE |
