Vegas Score Updates
Sept. 19, 2025 - That might be a valid future solution, but for today I'll take manual updates...whatever it takes to see scores, records, and brackets for the ... More

Balls being used in Vegas
Sept. 16, 2025 - @Dan4 - i'm not the ball police but someone is.. just be careful.from the tournament email:Balls:Managers will receive 6 Baden Fire balls when they ... More

New senior softball league
Sept. 12, 2025 - "EXACTLY"San Diego is raising the price of city league softball and all other city sports. Watch out for the 10.00$ an hour(6hrs per game) 60.00$ ... More

Vegas roster
Sept. 12, 2025 - "EXACTLY"It should say: Ive seen it done many times.... More

Can someone explain this?
Aug. 8, 2025 - I don't normally read or engage in message boards/social media forums, as a former umpire and a veteran team manager (nobody else would take the ... More

PA Player looking for tournament opportunities 65
July 30, 2025 - Looking to play in the Wayne Gilmore Memorial Aug 15-17 for a 65 Team that needs a player. Normal position is outfield but can play 3rd or 2cd base ... More

Rosters different Age Group
July 24, 2025 - Dave, Thanks.. More

Illegal batter
July 21, 2025 - John028.... In all of our years doing this, while not always liking an umpires judgement call, we've always accepted them because they are just that, ... More

Half Swing/Bunts/Chops/Slow Swings and the CACA swing
July 18, 2025 - I have never liked the wording for the below rule because there is no definition for what a FULL SWING is.. it is the judgment of the umpire.. as ... More

Just me?
July 14, 2025 - Is is just me or does anyone else think that having a 5 team tourney drug out over 3 days is absolutely stupid? Not only is it 3 days but the pool ... More

Equalizer question
July 14, 2025 - I am talking about those of us on the M team get penalized on the runs against.. I have no problem giving the runs, I just don't think that those 5 ... More

Northeast Champ
July 7, 2025 - SGW ... Fair question ... The generic answer is "No, we/I don't" ... I also don't know your specific team name, and there's no need to, but what is ... More

FOUL TIP
June 27, 2025 - don,t care if it is a foul tip or a foul pop-up..if you have 2 strikes already and it is caught,,your out and that's it.....how can it be ... More

Back foot out rule
June 16, 2025 - Don5.. (We would like some clarification from SSUSA regarding this. Hopefully a Definitive Accurate Verbally Exceptional person would enjoy providing ... More

Rerating
July 9, 2025 - SSUSAYou need to change the way you rerate teams.4 years ago, we got lucky and made it to Sunday in Vegas.4 of our guys left and we had to forfeit on ... More

Runner hit by line drive while standing on 1st base
June 3, 2025 - Bases loaded no outs. Batter smacks hard line drive toward 1st base,runner cannot dodge quick enough and is hit while standing on white bag. Umpire ... More

Batter in Batters Box
June 6, 2025 - 1st we all know who the real DD is.. but good comebackFF.. yes 7.6 I is citing a specific situation.. and in the original scenario the batter had his ... More

Bats as airplane checked baggage
June 4, 2025 - The airlines have really cracked down on oversized bags and are charging a lot more for them now. You used to be able to check a golf bag, or a ... More

Weather DELAYS the start of the Don Brooks Crabtown Classic
May 28, 2025 - 11:00am update on WEDNESDAY (email sent to managers)Managers in the Men's 65, 70 and 75s division-Rains began around 6pm yesterday and have not ... More

Equalizers
May 19, 2025 - Dave, Not sure what the "See if you can count to seven" comment is about but I don't really know how to improve it. Hence the discussion here because ... More

A.C.C. results from Raleigh, NC
May 18, 2025 - Session 2 results....40 Major1. Sake2. Turn 240 AAA1. LFG2. Yall Next50-55 Platinum1. BPA 55s2. Auto Triage50 AAA1. Warpath2. Strictly Business55 ... More

AWS Senior Slow Pitch
May 15, 2025 - It's NCS...they have a good following for the younger crowd. The 40's and 50's are usually full. The 55's are spotty and anything above that doesn't ... More

Topgun Stars 65AAA
April 12, 2025 - The Topgun Stars 65AAA team is looking to add a couple players,preferably Outfielders....we are a newly formed team,having played in 3 tournaments so ... More

Tidewater Classic- thank you!
April 7, 2025 - All,Thank you so much for continuing to support the Tidewater Classic in VA Beach this past weekend. With 76 teams, this was our best turnout yet. ... More

Score updates
March 19, 2025 - Jeff, Results from the following 2025 tournaments have been posted-Winter NationalsWiner WorldsTournament of ChampionsTop Gun Winter ClassicGold ... More

Headgear
March 17, 2025 - @DaveDowell,I don't necessarily "disagree" with you. You bring up good points. I wear my cap front wards, bill rounded. But when I wear it to hit, it ... More

MUSIC CITY TOURNAMENT
March 16, 2025 - After 3+ inches of rain we were fortunate to get this one in. Turf infields were out savior. Thanks to all for your patience. Congrats to the top ... More

ST George - The Fields at Little Valley
March 15, 2025 - Thanks for your insights Jon44 and DieselDan... Here are a few actual random comments from this message board about your preferred venue of Gubler ... More

A wild suggestion for the 12 ft pitching height
Feb. 24, 2025 - Yankeesfan12,while I agree with you that the idea of using a beeper isn't the best idea but this is one of the most laughable things I've seen ... More

Baden Softballs
Feb. 11, 2025 - There are much better options in the same price range. They are not a top end ball and become dangerous due to how dirty the covers get. No other ... More

softball comparison
Jan. 25, 2025 - I nailed it! ... "..I'm sure some here will nit-pick the pros and cons.." ... That was as easy as predicting an eastern sunrise ... More

TopGun Bullhead
Jan. 26, 2025 - Nope ... We're still in that window known as "..sometime in the next few days.." More

bat testers.
Jan. 26, 2025 - time to start marking bats with decals before every tourney just like some tourneys make you wear a bracelet on your wrist...if you go to the plate ... More

Umpire question
Feb. 13, 2025 - Stick,While I agree with most of what you're saying the argument your using for an example is a bad choice. But it all goes back to it's a 1 man ... More

Compression Test
Jan. 12, 2025 - Good luck with that. Testers are expensive and Aside from mine I didn't see a tester at a tourney the entire year except Vegas.. It should be ... More

Looking For An Answer to Why 44/375
Jan. 12, 2025 - pcastellano28.. I believe we just talked about this Fri at the Saddlebrook fields.. what SSUSA decides to use as a ball has nothing to do with what ... More

Question, second request.
Dec. 29, 2024 - In response to your seven questions...• See SSUSA Rulebook §3.4(6) • PENALTY FOR USING AN ALTERED BAT OR SOFTBALL• NO - 1st offense is a ... More

Bullhead Tourney Date Change from prev years
Dec. 20, 2024 - It's unfortunate that SSUSA changed the dates for the Top Gun Winter Classic, From Jan to February also playing on Super Bowl Weekend. Our Team has ... More

Women's 55 + looking for players
Dec. 14, 2024 - Good evening..we are a traveling team looking for a few dedicated players.... our next tournament is the end of January 2025 in Tampa...my name is ... More

Definition Please
Dec. 14, 2024 - Morng folks..can I get a reminder why we can no longer use a USA/ASA bat in SSUSA sponsored events? Did that originate out of a safety concern,or ... More

Combat is back in the senior bat market
Dec. 24, 2024 - markdpetersI bet you hit 700/800 every tournament also LOL LOL... Just about everybody else on here seems to say they hit 700/800 every ... More

Looking to join a 50 or 55 women’s team for 2025
Dec. 12, 2024 - Hey there...been sending you messages for a few months....we are still adding... please send me a text 704-320-1293, Calvin More

Bat Warmers
Dec. 9, 2024 - Nancy Allen,I'm not sure what the point of your post is to be honest. At no time did I mention a controversy. What I said was the bat manufacturers ... More

You make the call
Dec. 2, 2024 - Donna, ASA/USA spells it out more clearly?? lol well the SSUSA rule doesn't spell it out at all yes the SSUSA rule does say about nullifying all ... More

Look to play 55in NorCal pitch,catch,2nd,crf
Nov. 27, 2024 - I know multiple guys that have an OBP of over .700 on a regular basis.. If you're averaging .500-600 on balls that are thrown 10 MPH underhand you ... More

Ball for 2025
Nov. 21, 2024 - Please address the ball...we had the same problem at WW in Phoenix only on Friday night where the game started before dusk but as soon as dusk ... More

New batter box rule
Nov. 10, 2024 - Randall the new wording says.. The batter "MUST" take an initial position with his back foot behind a line defining the front edge of home plate ... More

Atlanta MONARCHS LOOKING FOR PLAYERS
Nov. 6, 2024 - Greetings to Everyone..My name is Erskine Lyons, and I am the Coach/Manager of the Atlanta MONARCHS Softball Team. We are Classified as a Major Gold ... More

Ft Myers tourn?? RAIN FORECAST!!!
Nov. 3, 2024 - Please give any valuable information SSUSA has on the tournament options if the Weather forecast of RAIN all 3 days happens....? I know you are not ... More

Winter tournament in AZ Nevada or SoCal
Oct. 28, 2024 - Wintering in the greater Vegas PHX Yuma area.Looking to play ball tournaments.. can play 60's or 55's Play anywhere but pitcher.. play at the AAA ... More

Winter worlds and 2025
Oct. 28, 2024 - Should add I can play 60's or 55's.. More

Shoutout to members for helpful advice past February
Oct. 21, 2024 - Had left TKR feb27,rehab entering month 08.Knee going great, did not realize extent of work needed to whip strength of left leg back in shape, I got ... More

Winter "Worlds"
Oct. 27, 2024 - Oh Mike, you are so wise!! Dave I'v always liked the branding, and when you add in Eastern and Western National Championships playing each other in ... More

Ft Myers tourn??
Oct. 15, 2024 - Realizing it is still very early in the clean-up process any feel yet for the TOC fields? thanks... More

Worlds 70 Results
Sept. 25, 2024 - Thanks.... More

50+ player looking to play (GA)
Sept. 25, 2024 - Mr. Basko...my name is Eurskine Lyons.. Give me a call... 404-867-6421.. I coach a 50+ Major Gold Team out of the Atlanta area... More

EMERGENCY PICKUPS - Womens 40 TOC VEGAS
Sept. 17, 2024 - Looking for a couple womens 40+ outfielder and infielder for this weekend in vegas...Last minute drop from roster really hurt us. Additional East vs ... More

Vegas 60 Major Tournament
Sept. 17, 2024 - Hi Dave, For some reason the scores and results for all the 60 divisions are incomplete. They seem to have only the first day seeding games scores.. ... More

Bat Testing at Worlds
Sept. 19, 2024 - My thoughts on this are pretty simple, I'm not sure I will buy a used bat from anyone I don't 100% trust. If my bat fails, I know it's not altered ... More

hitting up the middle
Sept. 12, 2024 - Middle is open and always has been. I'm not in support of intentionally trying to "blow up" the pitcher unless provoked by the opposing team doing it ... More

BLD dimensions
Sept. 12, 2024 - Just my humble opinion here...we should all have bat control at this point in our lives...have fun folks, be safe, stay healthy and GOOD LUCK! More

Ball being used for Vegas?
Sept. 9, 2024 - How much longer do we have to put up with this "terrible" ball?I'm curious.....as I know umpires keep track and SSUSA monitors number of HR's ... More

ONYX BALLS
Aug. 26, 2024 - Yes, they are great! Stayed hard, u get a nice sound and feel when hitting them.I wouldn't use them for BP...could be bat breakers.. More

Timberworks Construction
Aug. 26, 2024 - Doug - A true hall of famer! Thank you so much for what you have done for the softball community. Thank you for giving of your time and extremely ... More

Bat testing
Aug. 8, 2024 - I haven't seen anything on this...so I am curious how the bat testing has been going? Perhaps some clarification as well. I read somewhere that any ... More

Eastern National championship results
July 28, 2024 - Any results yet on the Eastern National championship, 50s, 55s, & 60s........They might not be finished yet at time of this post. More

Looking to play Vegas and Winter Worlds..
July 22, 2024 - Looking to play on a 60+ AA or AAA team. I played 60AA with a team out of Washington. Which won the Winter Worlds in Phoenix in November...I'm ... More

palyer cards
July 15, 2024 - wondering what is considered a "season" for player cards...is it Nov-Nov? Could anyone let me know.. More

ILLEGAL PITCH
July 18, 2024 - yankeefan.. 2 things.. if the batter has 2 strikes on him and the on deck batter calls out illegal and you don't swing but the HP umpire does not ... More

Infield fly rule
July 3, 2024 - Hi Nvjimmymac - The answer is found in 1.41 of the rule book: When it becomes apparent that a batted ball will be an infield fly, the umpire shall ... More

2 INTERESTING CALLS/ACTIONS OF UMPIRES @ ROCK 'N' RENO CHALLENGE CUP
June 6, 2024 - curtis.. you need to re-read the C/R rule.. it says that A courtesy runner may enter the game ONLY PRIOR TO THE FIRST PITCH TO ANY BATTER.. it also ... More

Land of Enchantment Bracket
May 31, 2024 - There's no need to call the office. I wrote the schedule for LoE. There are 60 teams entered with 39 playing a 5gg.The park says we can't start ... More

Numbers on Jerseys
June 5, 2024 - Why would you want 3 numbers on your back and maybe on the front also..??? Maybe the same reason why pro athletes wear neon colored spikes, sneakers, ... More

Back Foot in Front of the Mat
May 23, 2024 - I'm honestly shocked at the amount of push back this new rule has caused... IF you want to go back to the old rule then you better standardize the ... More

ATLANTIC COAST CHAMPIONSHIPS
May 19, 2024 - ACC RESULTS FROM S260 Major1. Estes / Rheem2. Carolina A's3. DiamondbladeCongrats again to Drew Pearson (Carolina A's) on your Senior Softball ... More

DON BROOKS / CRABTOWN CLASSIC 2024
May 6, 2024 - Time for my annual post about the Don Brooks / Crabtown Classic-If your team is planning to get into the tournament, here are some things you should ... More

SSUSA NORTHERN CHAMPIONSHIPS 2024
May 6, 2024 - The sad part was this tourney was moved from Aug. in Mi to April in Minnesota when it had been averaging between 15(only year less than 20) and up to ... More

50AAA needs some OF help
May 5, 2024 - Due to injuries, River City Thunder 50AAA needs an OF for upcoming tourny in Valley, AL. We will play on Sat May 18 and Sun. May 19. If interested ... More

Rule understanding
May 6, 2024 - 1 last thing since this is about scoring the 5th run with less than 2 outs.. IF the runner that is forced to advance to the next base is the B/R and ... More

MISSOURI CHAMPIONSHIP ...LOOKING FOR 75AAA TEAM
May 4, 2024 - WE JUST MOVED TO LAKE OZARK, MO. THIS PAST MONTH. WAS HOPING TO HOOK UP WITH A SSUSA MISSOURI 75 TEAM TO PLAY IN THE UPCOMING MISSOURI CHAMPIONSHIP. ... More

Softball bata
Aug. 23, 2024 - Soup-e10...Dave V. Where can I find your listing showing TOP 5 bats for Seniors...swing speeds under 75MPH for end loads?....soft barrels?...thanks ... More

Double Play - Does run score?
April 10, 2024 - Bear1369,You're wrong though. At every level of softball and baseball that run scores.. The runner heading back to 1B isn't considered a force play ... More

Batter Box Rule
Aug. 14, 2024 - Again, SSUSA adopted the same rule as in USSSA. So, if you want to criticize the largest softball association in the world's rule, go for it. It is ... More

70
March 24, 2024 - HI. Looking for a 70 AAA teams could use a Pitcher, Catcher, or First Baseman,I have pitched for the Nor-Cal Legends, ODB, Timberworks, and Mountain ... More

Total knee replacement surgery and rehab
March 9, 2024 - Hey George, I've had 4 acl repairs and played for rears. Eventually they all lead to both knees being replaced all before the age of 60. the best ... More

Senior Bats
Feb. 19, 2024 - I'm a contact hitter myself, singles/doubles hitter with shots past the respective infielders. I have three bats in my bag, all balanced. I feel ... More

Player releases
Feb. 3, 2024 - Hello folks..as I read that inquiry, can player switch to team b and play in tournament, without being officially released by team a? As I read the ... More

Super Bowl Tickets
Jan. 30, 2024 - Hey Fellas....A good friend of mine has two tickets for the 2024 Super Bowl, 50 yard line box seats. He paid $2,500 each but he didn't realize last ... More

New rule on shaved bats
Dec. 24, 2023 - hawkjms...well said. Where do we draw the line. If we are talking about safety, then let's look at all aspects. ASA balls, aluminum bats, proper ... More

What's the rile
Dec. 11, 2023 - first off what is a rile.......LOL..so once a batter has 2 strikes (regardless if there is an foul to give rule)and they swing and foul off the ball ... More

Shaved Bat
Dec. 7, 2023 - Its a simple fix .require bats to be manufactured with non removable tamper proof caps..end and handle (like milk.medicine,sports drinks ect.)give ... More

Looking for 3 players 2024 to play tournaments in the NOR CAL area 55 Major or Major plus players needed 2 Out fielders and 1 3rd base that will hit 700 avg. TRAVELING TEAM.
Dec. 7, 2023 - where are you guys traveling to play this year and what are the requirements?... swing strictly Miken?..if so I don't have any miken bats..Im an ... More

Best pitcher shingaurds
Nov. 22, 2023 - I use grays field hockey shin guards..Reid #4 BPA More

Midwest Championships
Nov. 29, 2023 - JohnO28:Yes, probably 6 in those divisions. The older guys as well. I'm certain the teams from Kansas City (and St Louis) will attend since it's in ... More

"The Pickle"
Nov. 5, 2023 - MS.. in SSUSA a runner can make multiple reverses there is no specific number.. and yes many local leagues make up thier own rules to suit their ... More

registration
Oct. 31, 2023 - Hi Chris...I just sent you two PDF files from the SSUSA website...Team Registration and Invoice Payment ...I sent it to your email address...hope ... More

Surgery & playing after
Oct. 30, 2023 - Dqmtv..here is how I am handling similar situation. Last Dec,during my annual physical, complained to my doctor of left knee pain. Xray showed ... More

River City looking for a 2B for 2024
Oct. 28, 2023 - River City Thunder is a 50AAA team in north alabama. Had some good players move up to 55 for 2024. We need to fill a spot on the roster. We are fully ... More

World Championship Medals
Oct. 17, 2023 - Yes...The gold, silver and bronze were smaller as well. No concerns here. More

Vegas Worlds and 2024
Oct. 11, 2023 - Some folks just have too much time on their hands..but I did enjoy "the real deal" exercise in brain scatter. Dave you better hurray up with that ... More

Proton Hot Butter Senior Bat
Oct. 5, 2023 - Hey guys...any feedback on the new Proton Hot Butter limited edition 2-piece senior bat? I understand it has just started to ship...any insight ... More

For Dave Dowell
Sept. 25, 2023 - LeeM ... Teams (below Major+) that are skilled and fortunate enough to win their division at the World Championships are moved to the next higher ... More

field locations for ft meyers
Sept. 25, 2023 - dave..can we assume same fields as the past ???..ie twins complex and cape coral complex ??? just trying to make travel arrangements and tourrnament ... More

Show some love to SSUSA (new opponents in Round Robin)
Sept. 22, 2023 - I'm sure many have played more tournaments than me but I just wanted to call out that for the first time we are playing teams we have never played ... More

NEED PLAYERS FOR VEGAS WORLDS....
Sept. 20, 2023 - WE ARE IN NEED OF PLAYERS DO TO INJURY AND CAR ACCIDENT...HERE IS WHAT WE CAN TAKE, WE ONLY HAVE 9 RIGHT NOW. SENIOR SOFTBALL SAID THIS....... can ... More

Batter out of the box
Sept. 20, 2023 - The picture that Dave added isn't even at the correct fields, I personally played at everyone of these crap ass BLD fields and the batters boxes were ... More

Illegal batter substitution
Sept. 8, 2023 - At what point should a manager call an illegal batter substitution if said batter had not been entered into the game? When is the batter considered ... More

Las Vegas - 60 AAA - National/American Pod
Sept. 27, 2023 - While I completely understand the "You Do" explanation AND the serpentine draft... What I don't understand is,, in the alphabet system "A" come ... More

40s Woman Utility player Vegas Sep2023
Sept. 3, 2023 - I don’t currently have a traveling 40s team to play on, but I already had reservations for World’s in Vegas - Sep 2023. Wanted to check if any ... More

Curious
Aug. 29, 2023 - DaveJust a suggestionif you have a 36 team bracket with 2 pods...You have 18 teams in each podWhy don't you play:(Not including the champions ... More

vegas 50 AAA
Aug. 24, 2023 - I am looking to play 50 AAA for Vegas...I am a outfielder, bats left and throws right...I ran a 13.8 around the bases in Colorado last weekend. My ... More

Does the run count?
Aug. 26, 2023 - stick.. yes run scores.. time play More

Snowbird Women's 40+ Looking to play in Aurora Co
Aug. 7, 2023 - Hola! Looking to play in Aurora CO next weekend and also join a women's (or coed) senior team. 2B/C are my positions and a decent bat. Constantly ... More

Women's 40+ 2B/C looking to play
Aug. 5, 2023 - Hello I'm 40 looking for a senior team to play with. I'm available for Aug 18th in Aurora, CO and other tourneys. I don't mind travelling either. ... More

Scrap Iron Club looking to build new 70 and 75 teams
Aug. 25, 2023 - Carbo....aka...Robert. My name is Bob OZ Darrah...live in Scottsdale AZ...played with Scrap Iron 70 Majors...I too am looking for a new 75AAA team. ... More

70 AAA
July 25, 2023 - HI. If any 70 AAA teams could use a Pitcher, Catcher, or First Baseman, I would be able to fill those rolls. I have pitched for the Nor-Cal ... More

Eastern Nationals
July 26, 2023 - I am going to guess that teams would rather play teams in their own age group, regardless of the rating. That stinks for 55 M+ that there will be no ... More

WORLDS IN VEGAS
July 25, 2023 - DaveSomeone beat me to it this year. (being the first to ask you when field assignments will be out for Vegas...lol)OH well,Have a good dayBrett More

Midwest championships
July 25, 2023 - Loved by Few hated by many. We turned in our roster just like everyone else. We tried to get in this tournament last year and was denied. We will ... More

Midwest Championships
July 31, 2023 - any times for the 70's...? More

Utility player available for local tournaments
June 12, 2023 - Hi folks..I'm 70,started playing last year. Consider myself an average player for my age group, can play any position you need me at. Being a ... More

CAN-Sirs NorCal Championships…
June 4, 2023 - Available to play in the NorCal Championships...Need a warm body for the 50 division?Utility player (P, INF, OF). Willing to help out in any ... More

Individual player ratings
May 22, 2023 - Hello folks..I am 70 and am playing weekly in 2 rec leagues for 60+, and a 65+ senior league in RI. This is my 2nd yr of participation, with no prior ... More

SOCAL Championship June 20-22 - Location?
May 22, 2023 - Can you tell us where the 60AAA and 60 Major teams will be playing, Hemet or Catherdral City? We need to make hotel reservations...Please. More

Need rule interpretation--Senior co-ed Rec league
May 16, 2023 - bandylegs.. I deal with many rec leagues of all different div's and the MAIN problem is when they make up their own rules.. I always tell them DON'T ... More

Carson City?? Just Curious
May 11, 2023 - For the Rock and Reno Challenge tournament is SSUSA obligated to play some games in Carson City??The reason I'm asking is Session 1 & 2 each have 70 ... More

NORTHEAST CHAMPIONSHIPS
May 9, 2023 - From NorEasters 80s...No 80s at Syr last year. We are most likely going togo to the:2023 Proton Sports Presents the Bert Bennett Memorial ... More

Looking for 60's Travel Team
May 8, 2023 - Thanks, Foots...was able to find a travel team here in Michigan. More

You make the call
April 18, 2023 - when I worked tournament ball I ALWAYS had a pre game meeting with both coaches and explained what I expected which included keeping the batters in ... More

Southwest Scores
April 14, 2023 - Way to go, Dave. Wow, guys, the silence is deafening in here about posting the scores........... More

Glove size restrictions?
April 7, 2023 - I have been using the 15 inch Miken pro the last 3 years....Great glove... Reid Miller BPA 55 major + More

nicest softball complexes
March 31, 2023 - If some of you don't mind, it would be intriguing to know which softball complexes are the nicest. Seems they are always upgrading and making ... More

want to play las vegas
Sept. 4, 2023 - can someone tell me how you get to add a new player to your roster for Vegas...??I am clearly unaware on how to do this and I see players on here and ... More

Pitching Net
March 24, 2023 - Rangeview.. here is a pitching screen rule I wrote years ago when we held our October outside tournament here in The Villages.. feel free to use it ... More

Verbal Interference
March 20, 2023 - grayhitter.. a TD is not a UIC they do all the logistics and run the tour. the UIC of the tour. "SHOULD" be in charge of all rulings pertaining to ... More

Music City
March 9, 2023 - The schedule for Nashville is being built right now. We had some late adds, late drops and roster submittals that impacted team classifications. ... More

5gg spring championships
March 3, 2023 - weeds..crickets...weeds...crickets...I have enough trouble with the flip, that is why I send out Kenny V. More

Vote Outcome
Feb. 21, 2023 - Has anyone else noticed the 5 game guarantee effectively ended in 2020 with, OF COURSE, COVID!! It's right there in black and white...on the ... More

Medford 3/17-3/19 need a couple for 50s.
Feb. 16, 2023 - We are looking for a couple players, outfielders (Left field???). Tourney is not a roster tourney so you and a buddy can come get some hacks if you ... More

Nor Cal 65 AAA
Feb. 10, 2023 - Nor Cal Team looking for 1 quality player to play with us in Mesquite / St. George in the spring Worlds... More

4 game guarantees in 2023?
Feb. 7, 2023 - Normally play 5 or more anyway or I find better guys.... More

TOC WINNERS
Feb. 7, 2023 - The statement "..only Vegas matters.." isn't completely accurate. There is an emphasis on Las Vegas, but the team's entire body of work over the ... More

SANDBAGGING
Feb. 18, 2023 - Here we go again, gary c comes on the message board to spew his, or her, accusations or displeasure of some team, person, or circumstance that he is ... More

16' inch Tournament Arizona
Feb. 1, 2023 - You didn't answer my questions....Whats the fence distance from home plate and are you playing straight up legit 16" rules?????? More

Arizona
Jan. 27, 2023 - Looking for a team in the maricopa cty communities...57 good shape even on one wheel...3rd or 1st base due to height..from Chicago have the thumbs to ... More

scoring line in senior softball
Jan. 26, 2023 - rox11.. in your post you ask about the CL then you ask about scoring?? the CL and scoring line are 2 different lines.. yes the runner can score by ... More

First two days scores from Bullhead.
Jan. 22, 2023 - beating a dead horse here guys....we have been asking for yrs for scoring updates but no luck More

wig popper
April 26, 2023 - Used mine (26 oz) for the first time in last week's game, after about 100 swings from a tee and BP. Hit HR's... and I'm not a big guy. Bat feels ... More

4 Game or 5 Game Guarantee??
Jan. 21, 2023 - Wow, have we gotten just a little bit spoiled by SSUSA? I want to see a show of hands.......how many tournaments in the past, you know , all the ... More

55 in N.C.
Feb. 27, 2023 - Mayhem25....my name is Calvin and we're out of NC and looking to add on our new team,...we are not trying out for the major league but we want to win ... More

61 looking for new team
Feb. 5, 2023 - mass.....how old and what is the team name More

1st Base force out
Jan. 11, 2023 - DD & John27 .. I haven't worked FHC in several years but I went to their website and reviewed their rules.. they do have a few "strangely" worded ... More

Moving from Volunteer Umpires to Paid Umpires in our recreational yet competitive Senior Softball League
Dec. 19, 2022 - Dave, I totally agree with you and when I umpired for neighboring city rec leagues a few nights a week all paperwork work was filled out and taxes ... More

50+ Player out of Michigan
Dec. 16, 2022 - Looking for a 50+ Team ........50+ Player. Able to Play RF , For a 3 Man OF If Needed.2B is On the Radar too ,But W / the Wheels, I Rarely See the ... More

TORN MENICUS
Dec. 13, 2022 - right knee hurting pretty bad, and for the last few months ,i survived playing games taking 800 mg ibuprofen , which felt pretty good, no pain... ... More

2023 TOC
Dec. 19, 2022 - whatever teh reason, the 2 organizations should have compromised about the date UNLESS they wanted to do an unofficial poll and see which tourney ... More

Team Reclassifications
Nov. 29, 2022 - My 2 centsI think that you need to finish in the top 10 (or a top % if a small group) 2 years in a row to have an automatic move up.I have seen teams ... More

Home plate issue
Nov. 23, 2022 - Since we are talking rules.... I have an umpires two man mechanics question...Runners on 1st and 2nd, less than two outs. Base umpire starts by 2nd ... More

Uniform supplier
Nov. 25, 2022 - Uniforms from Supreme Athletics of Yuba City, CA. Great person and sweet uniforms... Many compliments at tournaments. 530-844-1065 Owner: Sammy Howard More

seeding games
Nov. 22, 2022 - H² ... Yes they may ... However, they will be deemed to lose their first bracket game (regardless of the score) and will drop into the elimination ... More

Want to see instant game results of every tournament without waiting? Video of every game?
Nov. 20, 2022 - A recurring theme I see on the message board is, "When will the results be posted?" Technology exists that would facilitate every single game being ... More

Looking for a team
Nov. 20, 2022 - Allen 19Give me a call..#404-867-6421..my name is Eurskine Lyons.. I coach a 50+ major team out of atlanta,ga More

Master frank
Nov. 18, 2022 - 80 year old to play 80AAA onlyIn 2023 tournaments.. pitcher, 2nd base. Part of2022 World Vegas Champions.Team moving to Major. Iam a major ... More

Phoenix Winter Worlds 2022
Nov. 9, 2022 - I'm just curious for what reason would you drag out a 3 team bracket for 3 days?? 55Mpus.... unless I'm missing something it looks as though Fri ... More

60 Looking to Play in AZ from TX
Oct. 25, 2022 - Thanks....You can text me at 214.435.3515 More

Any 75 or 80's team need a extra outfielder for the Winter Nationals in Polk County...
Oct. 22, 2022 - Available to play the outfield for 75 or 80 year old team...tournament experience, good range and defensive skills...Nick...732-492-0494 ... More

You make the call:
Oct. 20, 2022 - Yes.. walk, base hit or error would result in an out on the defenses appeal More

Senior Softball-USA (SSUSA) Newsletter: Volume 8, Edition 9
Oct. 5, 2022 - Who runs this paper?Last year in 2021 the new paper didn't post the Team photo of the 60 major Triple Crown winners(Vandals).This year they posted ... More

Oregon/Washington team looking for 60 Major players
Oct. 1, 2022 - We are a contender,need a couple of key guys,have room for Major plus tags....Tony Boy More

VEGAS WORLDS
Sept. 24, 2022 - Yes yes... Lol. I need the AAA 40s stats if anyone has a link or updates. Ty all! More

Bracket Updates
Sept. 25, 2022 - No updates since Friday night. How about trying this......1. Give somebody the rights to the PDF schedule DD has created.2. Every 3 hours the ... More

Quick and fast Outfielder looking for a 65 team to play with in 2023
Sept. 20, 2022 - Solid 64 yr. old soon to be 65, center (left or right) fielder seeking an equally solid tournament team to play with in 2023. Excellent, above ... More

Vegas Worlds
Sept. 18, 2022 - The championship game in 60aaa is in progress... AZ Scorpions are looking to hold off Undisputed Truth (TX) for the title. More

Hows the new ball performing at worlds Dave?
Sept. 19, 2022 - I have played in 55AAA division, and have hit those baden fire senior balls...in my opinion, the balls are abit above average at best (my score out ... More

The new Senior Baden ball.
Sept. 16, 2022 - I just hit the new Senior ball and it feels fine.All of this was done off a T in 80 degree Pacific NW weather.Alternating 18 Baden 44/375 Seniors and ... More

Want to play
Oct. 4, 2022 - Hello Freddy Mac If you are still interested in Playing Softball... call me or email me.I coach a 50's team out of Atlanta... (Atlanta MONARCHS).. My ... More

50 Vegas worlds 2022
Sept. 9, 2022 - Player played in Qualifying events both 55 Major and 60 major in 2022. Both of his teams are not playing Worlds.He was allowed to Roster for Worlds ... More

PRIZES PRIZES PRIZES
Aug. 31, 2022 - Let's talk prizes....now I don't want this to turn into what this association does and what that association does. And of course you are going to ... More

Pitcher Catcher 1st baseman
Sept. 8, 2022 - Dodgers 2021... my name is Eurskine Lyons.. I coach a 50 Major team out of Atlanta... yes, the season is winding down... only a few Tournaments ... More

Baden Balls
Sept. 3, 2022 - Hi Dave !! The Answer was more to put to rest any questions as to me being from the “factory”…🙄🙄. Just an old softball junkie ... More

Teams on FIRE WOW!!
Aug. 26, 2022 - Arbo, I think they would have to have just cause... what that is EXACTLY nobody really knows...winning streaks....winning margins....time of the ... More

55 Team starting up out of Va.
Sept. 12, 2022 - Hello I'm looking to join a team next season...what association are you playing to play most tournaments...you can email me at ... More

For Dave Dowell....
Aug. 19, 2022 - Hey DaveI just wanted to be the first to ask you when the fields would be decided for Vegas. ( I make it a point to always be the first to ... More

50 traveling senior team
Aug. 19, 2022 - Good evening... I'm coach Grace,we are looking to rebuild our team...we are base out of NCBut we play in VA, Florida and NC and Myrtle Beach..if you ... More

Vegas
Aug. 18, 2022 - Player out of Maryland looking for team in Vegas..55 or 60...Will play in last chance...text me if intersted...Mike 4432803183...Will be in vegas More

Getting Bumped Up
Aug. 18, 2022 - H2 - I guess my bigger question is about in season bumps....I see more teams bumped from AAA to Major and very few from Major to Major+. Is there a ... More

Legal pitch
Aug. 9, 2022 - Tim .. now you went and gave DD a bigger head than he already has.. lol Borrowing a quote from a frequent poster on this board- I can't accurately ... More

Pro Jason Branch Explains how Rear Hip Drives Lead Arm and the Perfect Snap #233
Aug. 4, 2022 - Provides a simple focus for lower body hips and upper body lead arm..and 2 base drills for success in learning properly. episode 233 all shows free ... More

Franc Henry, top Canadian Pro, on how rotation and stab of the knob inside rotation, set up the axe snap #230
July 17, 2022 - Smaller Pro with stadium power due to tremendous mechanics...Rotation, stab and extension within, and axe snap. #230 All shows free, listed in ... More

defender touching first base orange bag first
July 8, 2022 - larrys.. dbax is correct.. there is no penalty for a defensive player touching the orange/safety bag first and then touching the white bag.. runner ... More

Shin guards for an infielder
June 29, 2022 - I use mountain bike shinguards.. google shine guards. Lots of options More

HUNTSMAN 2022
Aug. 15, 2022 - Hi Guys and Gals..I just NEED 65+ guys now.THX Dale More

Runner going to 2nd on ground ball over the middle with fielder racing to 2nd, both converge and collision ensues - who's at fault?
June 27, 2022 - Thanks Ronnie! I've seen this happen. It was not pretty. In my case, the shortstop was making a double play from the middle. The runner smashed ... More

Fly ball catch
June 19, 2022 - yes.. read the note part at bottom of CATCH definition1.10 • CATCHA catch is a legally caught ball that occurs when the fielder catches a batted ... More

QC Classic...will Suncoast Rep be on site?
June 17, 2022 - Kenny...will you have a Suncoast Bat Representative be on-site for the upcoming QC Classic June 21-22? Thanks for your help and consideration on ... More

player ratings
June 16, 2022 - Sometimes the Team Rating is very tough on an individual player. In 2021, very early in the season, I was tagging along with buds on a 70 Major ... More

catch no catch
June 9, 2022 - SS33 Congrats on 87 in July and I have had the pleasure of knowing you for about 15/20 of those cranky softball years...lolunfortunately and I ... More

Equaluzer rules/# of homeruns
June 5, 2022 - Couldnt find a rule stating this....If 50 Major plays 50 AAA teams...how many homeruns would be allowed?Understand Major gives 5 runs and would be ... More

Rock'n Reno Emergency Add - 60's player needed
June 2, 2022 - Need player for 60 AAA for Reno! Last minute lost players... please text asap!Dave801-722-5602 More

Pitcher looking for team.
May 30, 2022 - I am looking to get on night time team as well tourney team. Pitch, 1st, ASA, USSSA, and NSA. Actively playing now. Being playing for 37 years... More

RUMOR CONTROL • ATLANTIC COAST CHAMPIONSHIPS
May 13, 2022 - "..A picture is worth a thousand words.." • Walnut Creek Softball Complex on May 13, 2022 ...

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MIKEN GAMER
July 5, 2022 - Big Cat7 ... I have the 14" gamer (Miken)..and i Love it. When i First got it..I used it at BP ..had about 25 swings..and then put it up...She has ... More

obstruction or interferenci
May 9, 2022 - SS.. the base is the runners safe haven it’s where he belongs as long as he doesn’t move into the fielder I’d have no call.. let’s say he ... More

Tie breaaker(s)
May 2, 2022 - Need and education (again). In reviewing the tie breaker(s) criteria as stated in all tournament schedules... It states that the tie breaker method ... More

BRICKYARD
May 3, 2022 - DaveDowell...So they get all the parking fees and concessions.....the three headed monster will be the end of the already terrible park or their ... More

Enough Said
April 30, 2022 - I compared it swing for swing with the Suncoast Blue Knob (12 inch half ounce end load) (12 inch full ounce end load): 28 ounces on both. After 50 ... More

SLI hitting Academy
April 16, 2022 - Is Steve's basic philosophy to throw the hands through like a frisbee keeping the bat flatter through the hitting area? I see his swing and ... More

Wayne Gilmore Memorial- SESSION 1
April 9, 2022 - MOTHER NATURE WINS....After losing Thurs, Fri and (now) Sat, the Wayne Gilmore Memorial tournament is officially washed out. The park is closed, so ... More

What's the ruling
April 6, 2022 - Why is Timberworks getting five runs when playing 65 major plus? Play 65 major plus, play by 65 major plus rules... More

Available to play in Southwest Championships...
April 2, 2022 - Need a warm body for 55 or 50 division.Utility player (P, INF, OF). Willing to help out in any capacity.Text me at (916) 539-0473.All my travel ... More

website
April 2, 2022 - HeyIt is saved to favorites, also made a shortcut to desktop.Nothing seems to help.I eventually get it to open, but just trying to see if I was the ... More

50 traveling senior team
March 31, 2022 - Looking for a few ladies to play in Jacksonville FL next weekend..if you want to play please text me...you can be 49+..all position needed...due to ... More

Batting out of order
April 2, 2022 - T2.. I understand how you THINK you are applying the rule correctly .. BUT the rule states VERY CLEARLY AND LITERALLY that the runner going to 2B ... More

How would you rule the call
March 22, 2022 - 1bounce.. I disagree .. in 99% of 2 man systems the HP umpire has all fly ball catches.. all foul ball calls .. and all time outs and 99% of the time ... More

Balls in St George
March 21, 2022 - Thx Dave! - I think it should be discussed in November. by the above argument, why doesn't SSUSA mandate that everyone use the exact same bat model? ... More

Saint George, Utah 61 Year Old Left Hander Looking To Join a Senior Team
March 9, 2022 - DieselDan,Thank you for the information. It's really appreciated.My mind is very anxious to play (we'll see what my body says...haha).Just looking to ... More

Am i wrong to think this way
Aug. 4, 2022 - I had someone who represented a bat company tell me a shaved bat, would not perform any better than a very well broken in senior bat because the ... More

65AAA Team Massachusetts
March 13, 2022 - Our schedule this season is CT, Syracuse, Cape Cod (non SSUSA), Las Vegas, Myrtle Beach (ISSA), and Ft Myers... contemplating RI. Really looking for ... More

You make the call
Feb. 15, 2022 - Dbax .. yes you can use the word continue in different ways.. BUT in this version it says you MUST CONTINUE HOME which means you can't stop so you ... More

TOP GUN'S INVITATIONAL CLASSIC 2022
Feb. 3, 2022 - Dave, You know I've got nothing but love for you, and 99% of the time you get it correct, but this time I'd say you got it wrong!You should avoid at ... More

Move Midwest Championship to St. Louis
Dec. 12, 2022 - garyheifner....yes you are correct that Rantoul complex is really good...all turfs....4 300' softball fields, and 4 baseball fields that the workers ... More

Rules Committee Meeting
Dec. 15, 2021 - Reading over the 2021 minutes:Motion to change medical reclassification waiting period to 120 days minimum (currently 45 days due to COVID) 12-0 ... More

Looking for 60 team,,,,
Dec. 14, 2021 - P/C, turning 60 next year looking for a 60 team. Also have a buddy 1st baseman/catcher, good team players... Rawhide 704-221-8111 More

Interference or Obstruction or no call
Dec. 14, 2021 - BillC... hmmm did you happen to attend my umpire clinic in The Villages yesterday?? because I was asked this same question and I knew you didn't care ... More

Coin flips
Dec. 12, 2021 - Hello I am a player on the Timberworks 70 Major plus team and take all the flips and I almost always take visitors on the flip. I have done this for ... More

What to swing in a cold weather tourney?
Dec. 8, 2021 - forget the warm water, use the heated dryers...i have dried plenty of batting gloves with them...a bat, no problem....lol More

watch this umpires out call
Dec. 7, 2021 - I'm going to start teaching this out call mechanic at my umpire clinics...watch the whole thing... lol https://youtu.be/_pFuoAYwW38 More

11 defensive players 65+
Dec. 8, 2021 - I am not close to playing 65s yet but an extra fielder may actually cut down on scoring AND make the games faster and closer scores...they are pretty ... More

Hall Of Fame form
Nov. 26, 2021 - Hoping some umpires get nominated. I didn't see any inducted in the last couple of years. There are for sure some great ones who have been at ... More

Same age, different divisions...
Nov. 13, 2021 - I've been a party to lots of situations involving guys playing down in age and or different ratings but Ive never actually heard if a guy can play on ... More

Available to play in the Winter World Championships...
Nov. 5, 2021 - Text me at (916) 539-0473.Played 60 Major (Sonoma County Crush), 55 AAA (Desperados NMU), and 50 AAA (Big Dawg Softball) this past season.62-year old ... More

Answer this.
Nov. 20, 2021 - I like to add to this debate.. I play in a travel league following SPA rules with a net and 11 fielders.. I saw our pitcher got blown up and knocked ... More

Yet another you make the call
Oct. 25, 2021 - Donna.. great points.. and whatever happened in the previous innings stand.. also even though the player was ejected there is no way to get another ... More

Phoenix Area 60's AAA Player - 1b C
Oct. 24, 2021 - I can hit 500+, can play 1st or catch with no problem did it and done it for a lot of years... Have 5 rings in the seniors.....In town tourneys are ... More

You make the call - please
Oct. 18, 2021 - T2.. you just stated above that he stopped his swing .. so that takes the deliberately hitting the ball out of this scenario .. and the OP said he ... More

Home run limits
Oct. 25, 2021 - 50's are seniors and 40's are masters..since 40's are younger they have slightly different rules in a couple of area's. 40's also don't have the ... More

looking to join a 60's team
Sept. 25, 2021 - play the outfield, located in Maryland, looking to play 60's.. More

Dave Dowell
Sept. 24, 2021 - As usual Fran showed Dave the way first....Congrats and well deserved if nothing than for his snappy communication skills...A few more days and you ... More

Very Good Pitcher Looking Men's 50 for Worlds in Vegas
Sept. 21, 2021 - Play in AZ...I’m 53 ex-college player ....been playing softball (tourney and league) for 25 years....In seniors for only 6 months or so....(just ... More

Winner
Sept. 20, 2021 - Congratulations to team Vandals 60s They succeeded from the Westerns Nationals to the Worlds... More

60AAA Seeding for Worlds
Sept. 17, 2021 - Can anyone unlock this door...I have done what I always do to refresh and successfully receive updated tournament results...not so this time. What's ... More

Oregon 60's AAA looking for a outfield for Vegas
Sept. 15, 2021 - hello..can play all outfield positions..hit with power to all fields..have my gear,in vegas and ready to give 100%thank you 808 319 5612 More

What's the Call ?
Sept. 1, 2021 - Confusion at it's Best.... Need Help and Clarification of this :A Deep fly ball to the outfield..Ball hits the Top of the Fence..bounce straight ... More

Monarchs-50 M....Looking
Aug. 30, 2021 - This is Eurskine..Coach of the Atlanta Monarchs-50 Major team..The Season is coming to a close..but i am in need of a 3rd Baseman..an outfielder..and ... More

Can a player run for another one twice in one inning?
Aug. 30, 2021 - lol... thx Dave, that's the same pay rate that The Villages has been paying me to be the UIC for the last 17years.. great deal More

LV Worlds
Sept. 1, 2021 - Rock softballs/Small BLD fields/Major Plus teams on those fields...bad combination. More

More on Major Plus
Aug. 27, 2021 - Given the fact that there are generally fewer players still competing as we get older, it isn't surprising that Major Plus is not growing at the ... More

Fields for 75 major and 80 major
Aug. 19, 2021 - DAVE, what fields are you putting the 75 and 80 major group.....need to find hotels near the fields.....if up in the air at this point, when ... More

Vegas Worlds
Aug. 27, 2021 - Mookie0118, I was just being a smart ass.........no biggie....... More

major plus
Aug. 18, 2021 - Having played major plus roughly half of the time ive played SSUSA, I personally like the idea of the M+ division, and if someone is good enough to ... More

Anthony Wilmoth
Aug. 19, 2021 - Hi Anthony - I play on a 60AAA team out of MD that is looking for 1-2 players. We have 10 solid players...and 2-3 guys that help, but we could use ... More

Should a team get to compete?
Aug. 18, 2021 - Should of just dodge the eastern nationals..Playing in the Eastern Nationals hurt us to compete for a World Championship. Lesson Learned for ... More

TOP GUN IN PERIS CALI THIS WEEKEND
Aug. 10, 2021 - Well, Covid strikes again and I am down 2 players for the Top Gun tourney this weekend at BLD in Peris, CA! Our team is Unforgotten Warriors, 55maj, ... More

What's the Call?
Aug. 9, 2021 - DD.. I have no problem with your call in the tweaking of the facts... I do know we have discussed this in the past on different scenarios where a ... More

World Championships in NV
Aug. 9, 2021 - Regarding any change, like there was last year from Vegas to St. Georges, please remember that thousands of people are in the process of making ... More

Developing a Simple Focus for Productive Game at Bats sm188
Aug. 1, 2021 - Overlaid with a variety of SSUSA tournament game at bats, Bogie and Steve Imlay discuss simplifying mechanics into a single game at bat focus..so no ... More

Calling Time out
July 26, 2021 - According to your scenario there was a play at third so for the umpire to call time might tell me he or she didn’t look where that baserunner was.. ... More

Looking to possibly join a 50+ team in 2022 in Northeast OH/Western PA area
July 23, 2021 - Played 26 consecutive years..took a break while kids in sports..turning 50 in March 2022..getting back into it..mostly OF, 1B..very good hitter..high ... More

What's the call?
Aug. 2, 2021 - I’ve got the solution for it all.. You guys call out the umpires and their motives or lack of motivation.. Why not become part of the solution and ... More

Midwest Championships Rogers, AR
Jan. 13, 2022 - What about moving the Midwest Championship to St. Louis...you cant bet closer to the MIDWEST than St. Louis. Seriously, I think it would be a great ... More

Question about Brambleton, VA fields
July 21, 2021 - i dont know what your problem is. i was answering jeff50.I have played on these fields..They are too big for senior ball .same for both..but 375 is ... More

Salem Results
July 30, 2021 - Dave....Thank You for the quick response...Yes, definitely have some special Family and Grandkids time... You've earned it! Like us aging softball ... More

Hips & Rotation Must LEAD Hands in a Powerful Swing sm182
July 17, 2021 - Too much hand and snap focus ruins a swing sometime when the hands get out ahead of the hips. Not a long video but shows examples of swings with hips ... More

How to call a tag play when view is obstructed
July 18, 2021 - franjan.. my reasoning of you being out of position is from your OP you stated batter/runner was trying to stretch a single into a double... so ... More

Courtesy runner established
July 12, 2021 - i would like yo add one more point to this discussion....Player C was still on base getting congratulated by Player A for the hit and inadvertently ... More

What's the correct rule and call
July 1, 2021 - Nancy, just a couple months ago I had a similar event happen at a local tournament... batter hit a shot down the 1B line and the 1Bman yells foul ... More

Dont blame SSUSA for the ball problem.
June 29, 2021 - Bob - you make the best softballs. You know I am a fan. I'm not blaming SSUSA for anything. However, in this circumstance....BSN has ROCKS (SSUSA ... More

Any Update on The Stote?
June 28, 2021 - With respect, we have BYOB (bats) as long as it has a SSUSA stamp on it. There are rules for altered bats. So, why not BYOB softballs that have a ... More

Looking to play in Quad Cities...
June 22, 2021 - Can play 50 or 55. Last post was removed for some reason. Corner infielder, C, EH. 815-541-3991. More

rulling
June 20, 2021 - titanhd.. to further answer your questions.. he could be called out a couple of ways.. 1) if the offense talked to the umpire as the inning begins ... More

Need clarification on rule batter box lines
June 19, 2021 - F50.. since you state you always position yourself at the front of the box and if the lines have been wiped away (usually on purpose by the batters) ... More

2021 Steve Simmons Memorial/Mosquitoland Classic
June 29, 2021 - Thanks.. Will do.. More

Carrying bat to first base
June 13, 2021 - DD - specifically why I asked for the proper procedure to have a rule to be reviewed, but yet once again you have to introduce unneeded and ... More

Umpires Making the Right (or Wrong) Call
June 5, 2021 - Some of you guys do a lot of umpire bashing on this site…We have seen a lot of situations from all over and you pick one play out thousands to ... More

Ruling
June 4, 2021 - T2... normally I would agree with you on substitutions but not with the specific wording of the tie breaker rule .. If you are correct then SSUSA ... More

Pitchers. A bit insane?
June 4, 2021 - I also resemble those remarks.. I’ve pitched for 35 years and have the ball marks/broken digits and memories to make me smile.. I still pitch in ... More

75 Player looking to hook up for June 16-17 SSUSA Prescott Tournament
May 31, 2021 - My Teams (Scrap Iron Legends 75's and Chicago Strikers 70's) are not planning on playing in this tournament. If a 75 or 70 team is short of players ... More

ROCK 'N RENO CHALLENGE...BRAVO !!
June 7, 2021 - DW7 ... Respectfully, if you've been looking "..for weeks.." for Rock 'n' Reno 2021 results, you started looking way too early ... The event began ... More

you make the call
May 30, 2021 - Runner on second, 2 outs...batter hits ball to third, third baseman throws wide to first and first baseman comes up line to catch the ball to tag ... More

Which Ball travels further: ASA or SSUSA
June 8, 2021 - Bruce...the ANSWER to your original question, which ball travels further, the ASA or SSUSA ball..we used the Trump Stote USA ball this past weekend ... More

How would you rule?
May 28, 2021 - Wild guess....R2 could still touch 3rd and home. He was not avoiding a tag. R1 could touch second, third, and home. the only out would be ... More

Looking for a 60+ team based in NC
May 23, 2021 - Looking for 60+ AAA or Major team based in NC. I have been playing senior ball but relocated for work..Lefty..Can Pitch, 2b, 1b and OF. Dependable ... More

Balls for Rock N Reno
May 28, 2021 - As long as its not the limited flight yellow pillow we had to use in St George at Little Field or Little Valley.. it should not be too bad.. ... More

SO CAL CHAMPIONSHIPS (HEMET)
May 21, 2021 - I noticed that the only field complex listed now for the SoCal championships is the Diamond Valley complex, which is great but I am just curious if ... More

merging stronger players with weaker players at local level
May 19, 2021 - we don't mix them in...in our rec leagues here in the villages we have 5 mens and 3 ladies divisions... every new player goes thru a process of 3 ... More

Just Curious
May 15, 2021 - Regarding the "Bobby Chapp Memorial Tournament" underway today, who was Bobby Chapp? Have asked quite a few individuals and know one seems to know ... More

Change in the batters box rule
May 16, 2021 - guys.. this comes up all the time, and yes I hate making that call but it is a rule... the rule will never be changed by complaining about it on this ... More

You make the call
May 8, 2021 - stick... great scenario...and as written I'm going to agree with you.. even though this becomes a dead ball after going out of play and it's ruled a ... More

Fully Vacinated Members
May 5, 2021 - Hi--reading how NY governor just announced that the Yanks and Mets can have full capacity sections for fully vaccinated fans. My question is since ... More

Rockin Reno and Carson City
April 28, 2021 - YES IT IS ... In the last three seasons the Rock 'n Reno was played, the 50's have been at Golden Eagle (2019), Carson City (2018) and Golden Eagle ... More

Maryland Classic Apr 30-May2
April 23, 2021 - yes, we got an email saying the 55M were at Glen Burnie but that was waiting on teams to let Tim know if they were in or out so he could set up a ... More

Rule question
April 23, 2021 - Dave, I didn’t consider that as a recent change since it’s been in effect and in the rule book for a couple years.. I thought he might have ... More

63 and looking for a team in the Phoenix area
April 21, 2021 - Can still hit dingers... play every tuesday night at Victory Lane... Looking for a tournament team for the weekends... Pitch, Play 1b & Right Field. More

75 men's
April 21, 2021 - Hey...pitcher...in age group 75 plus...good hitter still have some power...mainly a pitcher...but at 6'4 have played first base ..want to play with ... More

Standings for Southwest Tournament
April 19, 2021 - 40 Major Plus... LTP / DTA over Proton50 Major Plus... JK, Inc over Fatboyz55 Major Plus... Crush over Speedwerx More

Music City Classic
April 20, 2021 - I agree about the fields.. They were VERY bad.We played on the field with all the lights out, it was dangerous.There are other fields around the ... More

Updated Brackets for Womens 40 AAA
April 16, 2021 - Have the Women’s seedings been posted yet. Looking for the Women’s 40’s majors. Thanks...Scottie More

Looking to play this wknd in LV
April 13, 2021 - I'm looking to play this weekend...50 AAA men's.. I play multiple outfield positions & infield...can run , just a serious ball player looking to have ... More

Sunshine State Showdown
April 12, 2021 - SSUSA policy is not to post teams who are playing in tournaments because too many teams would wet their pants when they would see was entered and ... More

WAYNE GILMORE MEMORIAL
April 11, 2021 - Tim, has there been any decision made on the Crab Town Classic as to whether Bachman Complex will allow out of state teams and if not, will Carroll ... More

SOUTHWEST CHAMPIONSHIPS - Women’s 50s Divisions
April 8, 2021 - Don't get too worked up ovef the terminology, RPM. You will often see divisional names that include a tag of platinum, silver or bronze at regional ... More

Changing the game forever
April 1, 2021 - I suspect that this being April 1st might have something to do with this... More

Intentional walk used to nulify a dominate hitter.
March 31, 2021 - Our league made that simple, no batter walks. If the batter gets 4 balls, "put a runner on." Count goes back to 1-1. Can't pitch around a batter. ... More

SSUSA 2day tournament Nashville
March 30, 2021 - Schibs...like you, I also contacted SSUSA and couldn't get any info on teams playing in various age categories. Rumours are just that and come from ... More

Mens 55M team looking for this weekend in St George
March 24, 2021 - Lost 2 OF in last 3 days due to work and injury....55M team (We just won the Bullhead City Spring Classic 2 weeks ago), Unforgotten Warriors needs ... More

BP swings
March 22, 2021 - I am sure people are going to think I am nuts but here goes...I have been hitting adidas bats for the last couple years. I mark each one with a ... More

Sad News
March 9, 2021 - Hey guys,This was at a ISSA tournament last weekend in Huntsville, Al.We were playing DT Express for the championship.A DT Express player (Jimmy ... More

DENNIS
March 21, 2021 - sixshooter....60 and overs play Tues. night double headers at Indianapolis Sports Park. We begin Play Tuesday April 13 .....The 50/55's play at ... More

How to handle ejected player
March 9, 2021 - MB...I'm not sure on their exact rules... but it could be that a certain number of players are needed to field a team.. for example 9 and an ejection ... More

I Still Believe in Softball
March 11, 2022 - Wow… shocked! Total respect n honored to call him a Braddah! If anyone gets information concerning his services please pass it! I will miss his ... More

SSUSA and LVSSA
March 5, 2021 - I agree with Free Market principles... it creates choices that we are accountable for! I’m praying this doesn’t get to messy n effects our Great ... More

LVSSA
March 4, 2021 - Sad to hear this... started Senior ball in 2006 n LVSSA was doing Vegas tourneys then. Our Island teams have many good memories during these times! ... More

Hotels jacking prices for SSUSA tournaments
March 3, 2021 - It was just brought to my attention that Hyatt House which is endorsed by SSUSA for the Tidewater Classic tournament in Virginia Beach is charging 20 ... More

COVID 19 PROTOCOLS
March 2, 2021 - Just my 2 cents...Wearing a sticker that says one has been vaccinated doesn't necessarily mean that they have. You are trusting people... ALL people ... More

Tournament Structure
Feb. 25, 2021 - You're not going to trick me that easily into a snap answer to that type of statement/question! ... Let's just say this (because it's true): [1] ... More

shoes
Feb. 24, 2021 - i have used boombah for the past 6 yrs and they work great for me...not wide but overall fit and comfort, support and traction are really good....i ... More

When sliding is NOT an option
Feb. 21, 2021 - turning2.. you have a right to your opinion on INT or OBS but I do believe you are heavily biased toward the INT side from what I have read in past ... More

Player Ratings
Feb. 18, 2021 - Five - The best way I can explain it (IMO) is...- Players carry a rating, just simply not as Individuals.- Players are rated based on the rating of ... More

NEED FEW PLAYERS
Feb. 11, 2021 - HI LADIES..MY NAME IS SANDRA AND I RUN A 40 WOMENS TEAM AND WE ARE PLAYING A SENIOR USSSA TOURNY IN MARICOPA AZ ON FEB. 27TH WHICH IS A ONE DAY ON ... More

Maintaining our team's rating
Feb. 9, 2021 - D² Since on the subject of ratings...Where can I find the (R/I) you eluded to in your response (i.e. 65AAA = 4, 55AA = 5, etc. etc)? Asked another ... More

Commit line abuse
March 1, 2021 - T2 .. I disagree.. and I don't believe I ever agreed with wayne..lol.. the definitions of 1.37 and 1.41 are for 2 totally different scenarios... ... More

Interference?
Feb. 4, 2021 - Randall.. it's not that we disagreed it's just how umpires may judge a play differently and a lot of that has to do with proper positioning on the ... More

Interference?
Feb. 3, 2021 - Randall.. this call is a tough one.. it would be the judgment of the umpire .. the runner has every right to go to the bag he also has the right to ... More

Commitment line
Feb. 2, 2021 - Randall.. yes the wording of the rule could use some tweaking... because in reality the runner doesn't have to CONTINUE HOME as the rule states.. the ... More

Infield Fly (not)
Jan. 28, 2021 - yes..read below1.37 • INTENTIONALLY DROPPED FLY BALLIf a fielder intentionally drops, or lets drop, a fair fly ball, including a line drive, that ... More

SAFE or OUT
Jan. 27, 2021 - Wayne.. you posted (If you should use a signal,that signal should be OUT seeing as how the B/R didn't touch the base) ... please cite the rule where ... More

When to go backside
Feb. 8, 2021 - So, given that the left-handed batter has the ability to hit to all parts of the field, and the defense is playing you straight up, here are my ... More

VEGAS
Jan. 21, 2021 - "Everything will be the same as in prior years..." Using The Rock Ball? More

Borrowing players?
Jan. 25, 2021 - Hey Dave, some clarification please, my original team (A) had been reluctant to play due to C-19 and travel outside of Cali, so I hooked up with a ... More

How many Seniors have done this?
Jan. 3, 2021 - We need some humor these days. In a conversation with one of my old Timberworks teammate, we got talking about the year we were Major ++. In the same ... More

2021 Demarini senior bats
Jan. 5, 2021 - i have the Denny Crine....it has great performance HOWEVER, it has a crack in it with a little over 100 swings....that is the word on the streets ... More

Misfits 55
Dec. 29, 2020 - If you are tired of the Late Bloomers...and the one's that catches every Ball ... Hits every pitch and never gets out and always some one else's ... More

What constitutes interference?
Dec. 28, 2020 - yes... per your scenario the runner must avoid a defensive player making a play More

Looking for a contact from Houston Fire 65 major
Dec. 15, 2020 - Houston Fire 65, I’m looking to contact a guy named Cliff from Phoenix who filled in for you guys in Phoenix during Winter Worlds, played shortstop ... More

Ball or strike
Dec. 8, 2020 - DoubleL.. read the OP again it states the ball NEVER struck the mat so therefore it's a ball.. the calling of a ball or strike is umpire judgement ... More

Covid Roster Rule
Dec. 8, 2020 - Dave glad to hear You did it n made it! God bless... Aloha, Fabe More

the catch rule??
Dec. 7, 2020 - alan23.. I've also got an out.. once the fielder showed control with his hand.. I also think SSUSA's rule should be amended and add the part from ASA ... More

COVID 19/ Softball Blues????
Dec. 7, 2020 - I am out of Ventura. Can travel. I use to play with the Oxnard Rookies.. More

Senior League Play with Pitcher using a SCREEN
Dec. 2, 2020 - Spider .. here is a pitching screen rule that I wrote for one of our local tournamnets... PITCHING SCREEN RULEA. The screen will ... More

2 pc vrs 1 pc
Dec. 1, 2020 - I do agree that the 1 pc bats tend to offer a larger sweet spot, ie: my Wicked has a massive sweet spot compared to my Melee's. I think that with ... More

Safe r out
Nov. 23, 2020 - nails..this is similar to a catcher yelling foul ball and then having the ball fall in fair territory.. all runners had stopped advancing.. it would ... More

out or safe
Nov. 22, 2020 - Doak... again not Dave.. you changed your scenario a little.. now time was called because of injury.. YES.. the umpire has the right to call time for ... More

r
Nov. 19, 2020 - its private business so ssusa can say you need proof of vaccine to play...It mite happen alot of places.. More

3 and 1: Take the pitch or swing away?
Nov. 16, 2020 - common misconception about softball being 5-10 mph pitch is wrong...based on Radar, a typical pitch from 50-58 feet is 25-30 mph....I know, I was ... More

Fuse or not to Fuse
Nov. 18, 2020 - Reggie544, I have had some serious wrist pain (during winter months not playing softball I bowl and lift some weights) saw an orthopedic surgeon and ... More

Infield fly rule......
Nov. 16, 2020 - grayhitter... here's a great idea for you.. try reading the rule next time before you YAPPP about it... I was just stating what the rule says.. and ... More

TROPICAL STORM ETA
Nov. 9, 2020 - SESSION #1 3:00 PM EST UPDATE • The Winter National Championships in Ft. Myers, FL, continue in "GO MODE" at this time following a "..the weather ... More

Florida SSUSA TOC Jan 22-24
Nov. 4, 2020 - 50+ or 55+..Outfielder/utility ,Looking to play the SSUSA TOC in Jan 22-24..Michigan based, but I believe you can add 2 out of regions.. More

SSUSA's WINTER NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 2020 • "DRAFT" Game Schedules & Brackets
Nov. 9, 2020 - SESSION #1 3:00 PM EST UPDATE • The Winter National Championships in Ft. Myers, FL, continue in "GO MODE" at this time following a "..the weather ... More

50s to 40s ratings
Nov. 1, 2020 - I'll have to call. What I found after posting is....4.2(7) • MAJOR-PLUS PLAYER RESTRICTIONMajor-Plus players may only play on Major-Plus or Major ... More

ssusa rule 7.6
Oct. 31, 2020 - About three weeks ago, an SSUSA member (B.J.) posted this reply to the same question you asked ... His reply is excellent and is as good as anything ... More

Looking for a 50+ team
Oct. 27, 2020 - Hello-- Tecrep21.. my name is Eurskine Lyons.. I coach a Travel Team Major 50+... call me at # 404-867-6421. ..would like to talk to you. I have some ... More

Looking to join or form 60 + team in Cincinnati / Northern KY. Area
Oct. 19, 2020 - I'm 61, I'll be 62 in April, I'm in pretty good shape. I'm looking to join or form a 60 + team in the Cincy / NKY area. I haven't played in ... More

55-AAA AZ TEAM LOOKING FOR PLAYERS
Oct. 12, 2020 - 55+ AAA AZ Team has a few spots open for 2021 season.Looking for team first players......(1) pitcher or infielder and (2) outfielders that are also ... More

What constitutes a batter's "full swing"?
Oct. 11, 2020 - there actuall is no real definition in the rulebook stating what a full swing is and MANY batters do not actually take one .. 7.6 • BATTER IS ... More

Player looking for a team
Oct. 11, 2020 - Alex... Will you be in Myrtle Beach next weekend. We are headed to the Beach for the ISSA US OPEN NATIONALS..wouold like to talk to you if you are ... More

Ray Ray has passed
Oct. 20, 2020 - We all lose something when a fellow player passes away, and although I did not know Ray very well, I had the very rewarding and distinct pleasure to ... More

2021 tournaments
Oct. 11, 2020 - Hey SSUSAAny idea when the 2021 tournament list will start to show up?I am trying to work on next years schedule ThanksBrettPS.. We moved up to 60s ... More

Ralph Adams
Oct. 14, 2020 - Prayers from the Tropics....Aloha, Fabe More

Looking for a Tournament Team in VA/MD
Oct. 2, 2020 - Looking to join a tournament team in the VA/MD area.Just turned 55 in February. Played competitive "D" Class Tournaments years ago and played in a ... More

Looking for a good 50 or 55+ team to play with!
Sept. 29, 2020 - I'm playing with a U-Trip 40 + Major team out of Cali at the moment, but I want to play Senior ball with some 50"s or 55's.. More

Small State, Big Time Teams ...
Sept. 29, 2020 - Thanks Dave for the words, we have a great group of guys that know how to play. Also thanks for Timmy for always finding a way to allow us to play. ... More

brackets
Sept. 26, 2020 - I would agree with curveball, If Dave hadn't already answered the question before I saw this post, I would of said...get the popcorn cause this is ... More

C19 at Worlds.
Sept. 22, 2020 - Tim, this is very discouraging news. My wife was reluctant to go with me since she didn't believe some of the players she has met would obey and ... More

current utah tournament
Sept. 21, 2020 - oops..looking for mens 70 AA scores More

Congratulations 50 Caliber
Sept. 21, 2020 - Congrats....good team that we had the pleasure of playing against over the years! TOC is also a memorable win! Aloha, Fabe More

50AAA Team in Central FL looking for a few players
Sept. 18, 2020 - Always looking to play outside of the FHC tourny's...just ask JC for Jello's number if you guys need an extra player some time More

2020 LVSSA/SSUSA World Masters Game Results!!
Sept. 20, 2020 - Dave and staff, thanks so much for all the effort on score updates...really fun to follow along! More

Since when???
Sept. 13, 2020 - got news for you.. most of the guys in major plus 50 and 55 still hit as far as they did in their 40s... and a good portion of the 60s too! More

New to AZ- Looking for league play and Tournament team
Sept. 12, 2020 - Im new to AZ and am looking to find a team for league play and a tournament team. I'm 52 yrs old..6'4..245 lbs..active. Mainly an outfielder but can ... More

Pitchers Face Mask
Sept. 12, 2020 - i used the rip-it face mask with a batters helmet and wear it like a catcher .....(hey only time ya get to wear a hat backwards...LOL)....have real ... More

Happened to us.. follow up
Sept. 9, 2020 - Dave, a couple things.... there are differences in answers given all the time on umpire questions and many times a 2nd scenario is asked after the ... More

How do you find a Major Sponsored team ???
Sept. 8, 2020 - You go to the bank and cash a check for $20,000 and start a team...lolWhile you are at it, get another $20,000 and sponsor us.Have a great ... More

Happened to us
Sept. 6, 2020 - Hey Dave, thanks for adding the caveat about the player losing the ball when his glove impacted the ground as that is exactly what happened. And your ... More

Vegas 50's weekend
Sept. 4, 2020 - Hey Dave.. question on fields... any idea if womens might be held at victory since there's only a dozen teams at this point? There's a good hour ... More

world games
Sept. 1, 2020 - 75 yr player wanting to play in world games....Utah for senior games...pitcher and good stick...4023044435 More

Player Rankings & Team Rosters
Aug. 28, 2020 - Just curious... How many "active/paying" PLAYERS are registered with SSUSA? More

field assignments
Aug. 24, 2020 - A friend was scheduling the little valley fields for batting practice and found out the phones rang often that Monday morning after the tournament ... More

Player ID’s
Aug. 20, 2020 - Papajoe56, Could you expand on how it was obvious...? maybe others could take advantage of your observation skills?. Also, if you were sure this was ... More

Gubler fields
Aug. 18, 2020 - I didn't like the fields at ALL, but at least we were playing. Thanks SSUSA for getting us out there!!!Maybe the Gubler field people will have time ... More

70 AA team in Southern California team looking for players for World in Saint George
Aug. 18, 2020 - readytoplay • Reminder of an old saying for you - "..There are only two things that are certain in life: Death and Taxes.." ... A third item just ... More

70s Senior League Situation
Aug. 10, 2020 - Situation is bases loaded, one out, 5th run on third. Batter hits short fly ball to right center. Fielder catches the ball and throws toward home but ... More

Looking for 55+ Team based in CT, NY or Rhode Island
Aug. 8, 2020 - Just relocated to CT and looking for 55+ AAA or Major team. I have been playing senior ball but relocated for work..play OF and pitch. Dependable and ... More

Should I buy a new 'old' bat?
Aug. 3, 2020 - OZ, I think Alan has the best answers to this questions but I thought the bats were going to be grandfathered in...but seeing your dates, is 2023 how ... More

EASTERN NATIONALS- Delayed start times for Friday
July 31, 2020 - ATTENTION ALL TEAMS...... Continued rains and soft conditions left the fields unsafe for play today. Together with the staff from Loudoun ... More

illegal courtesy runner
July 29, 2020 - Dave, I'm still not sure what the answer is on if the 2 runs score? your original answer was no they are taken off the boardI agree with Coop a pitch ... More

Western Championships
July 25, 2020 - I'm not aware of any Restrictions for St George for spectators, as many Vegas Travel Baseball/ Softball teams have been playing tourneys there for ... More

VA 55+ TEAM LOOKING....
July 20, 2020 - OUR 55 TEAM , FROM VIRGINIA IS LOOKING FOR A SHORTSTOP , POSSIBLY AN OUTFIELDER.PRETTY DECENT SQUAD IF YOU ARE A DECENT SHORTSTOP :) MUST BE ELIGIBLE ... More

Vegas World still going to require a one time tourney prior to worlds?
July 19, 2020 - allowing all to play in the Master tourney would comprise a first and only time for all of the teams during this Covid shortened season... Even if ... More

50s Major or Major +
July 18, 2020 - I turn 49 this year....and am looking for a 50s team to join while still playing major 40.Seeking NorCal, SoCal or a team to meet at tournament ... More

Tournament Results
July 15, 2020 - Thank you once again for the results...... More

The Moral of the Story
July 15, 2020 - While this is not softball related, it is senior related. A friend of mine shared this with me, and I liked it enough to pass it on and hopefully ... More

Passing a preceding runner
July 14, 2020 - softball4b.... here's the actual rule on scoring of runs... 5.7 • SCORING OF RUNSA. One run shall be scored each time a runner crosses the scoring ... More

Maryland Classic Westminster MD---Any Updates?
July 8, 2020 - Tim,Thanks for getting this tournament organized and for getting the information out to the players and the managers, especially those players that ... More

Bert Bennett Memorial tournament
July 3, 2020 - All managers (Men's 40, 50, 55 60 and Women's) received an email from me this morning concerning the Bert Bennett Memorial tournament..To avoid ... More

Restarting with Pandemic Measures
July 1, 2020 - We started up Monday of this week. We are doing our best to stay apart, no one's perfect. The catcher is wearing a mask, a social gesture at best, ... More

Western National Tournament location
June 26, 2020 - We have about a 2 week window to buy a plane ticket and I guess if we do not know if its a go somewhere we just won't be going. Our guys are not ... More

Northeast Championship - Syracuse NY
June 25, 2020 - The county is working with state now to see if we can do this...they want it to happen and will put in any requirements to do it.may have to get ... More

QC OPEN
June 15, 2020 - I am looking to hook up with a 65AAA or 70 AAA or 70Major team for the QC Open. I have played for years with the Scrap Iron Legends 70 Majors as ... More

ISA Worlds in Columbus/ Shelbyville, In.
June 15, 2020 - Dennis!...this is The Great and Powerful OZ....I can't believe Tri State is not attending this event. I will check with our manager (Chicago ... More

Catchers will wear a mask
June 13, 2020 - LOL ..and note to SSUSA staff at the end.You lost all credibility at "Every doctor and scientist says it does" .... Even Birx said "IF you cant ... More

So Cal brackets
June 17, 2020 - 107* 108* crazy and dangerous.. More

schedule of game times at 60's Missouri open,june 6&7, won't ever play their again
June 8, 2020 - p.s....i do not run this team, just a player so im not sure if fellow who runs it, this is a first time team, knew he could request later starting ... More

Texas Softball
June 7, 2020 - The Villages Fl. is opening all 5 mens and 2 ladies divisions starting tomorrow 6/8... we've had team practices now for 2 weeks.. hopefully we are ... More

NORTHEAST CHAMPIONSHIPS SYRACUSE, NY
June 11, 2020 - check with your county executives about returning to your home state....NY doesn't have a quarantine rule but I know if we go to NH or Maine or ... More

Do you need a player for YUMA?
June 9, 2020 - Thx Capt. but my major team is already playing in the Huntsman games. I looking to play in Rogers, AR in July or Mesquite/St George in Aug. I know ... More

ISA world Series
May 28, 2020 - Can I get some input on the ISA worlds series...I thought this would be a good alternative to the western championship if it did not go...is it just ... More

Life too short
May 27, 2020 - damn sorry to hear that...doak was one of the good guys.... More

Fountain Hills Tournament
May 23, 2020 - Our system here is crazy also...if we visit family on another Island 14 days of lockup awaits! Our state numbers are really good, so now the battle ... More

75 in July
May 21, 2020 - I'm mainly a pitcher....good fielder...play lst base...looking to join a team in the area or adjoining states...still got some POP!... More

California Tournaments
May 20, 2020 - SSUSA is NOT cashing checks unti the tournament is confirmed to be on, but you do need to send the payment in. If they wait until the last minute, ... More

Please, a story from anyone! Anything but Corona, Corona, Corona!
May 20, 2020 - Mid-Late 80's played in a regional tournament in Agawam, MA with an All-Star team from our Rec League in CT. Team didn't fare too well in the tourney ... More

Northern Cal. State Championships on June 12-17 in Sacramento
May 19, 2020 - Okay! Sounds good, yes.... Hopefully!!! More

Best changes to improve virus safety?
May 18, 2020 - Count me in as one of the cynics...This is a team sport and one of the greatest aspects of playing league and tournament ball is the social factor ... More

Looking for a team for 2020
May 14, 2020 - Hey KaplerdMove closer to TN and come play with us..lolBrett More

Reno 60's tournament
May 19, 2020 - mck, good luck with that. There is a school of thought that believes that the virus is actually an exosome, not a virus. I think more people have ... More

Crabtown Classic Glen Burnie, MD
May 12, 2020 - Here are the current case numbers in the surrounding counties...Prince George's - 9,892Montgomery - 7,130Baltimore - 4,051Baltimore City - 3,404Anne ... More

DO RUNNERS RETURN
May 2, 2020 - stick.. how did the batter legally acquire 1st base he never touched the bag.. and yes it's still 2 outs.. but per the rule of the runner not ... More

Dugouts
May 3, 2020 - Duck, I've yet to see an errant throw that stays where it lands....about your two qualifying words 'probably' and 'unlikely' I think we have all seen ... More

New Virus-Regulations
May 1, 2020 - JawoodYou can't slip some Doors lyrics in there and expect it to go unnoticed! Roadhouse Blues...Let it roll baby roll.... More

Net for Pitchers
May 1, 2020 - omar.. last winter our top division of play made screens mandatory because of a rash of injuries 1 serious.. after the release of the pitch the ... More

Reno Tournament
April 30, 2020 - From yesterday's (04/29/20) SSUSA Newsletter sent to all SSUSA members who have not opted out of email communications... Comments below regarding the ... More

Choking up on the bat, rule?
April 27, 2020 - With no rule saying how far you can choke up on the bat I was wondering why then there is a rule for the tape of the bat needs to be 8 inches to 15 ... More

Fountain Hills Memorial Weekend Senior Tournament May 21 22 23 24
May 12, 2020 - Just entered a 50s Major team....sure hope this tournament happens....we are "Jonesing" to play :-) More

Which bat to buy?
May 15, 2020 - Wood_1966: Just curious...what weight is the Parnell that you're swinging? I'm swinging a 28 and am getting really good performance from that bat. ... More

New Easton Empire
April 17, 2020 - damn fat fingers...YouTube More

Running lane violation
April 6, 2020 - welocme back to WAYNES' WORLD of RULES... where does it state in the rule that.. (NO PART OF EITHER FOOT CAN BE TOUCHING OUTSIDE OF THE LINES) as ... More

Seeking 60/65+ Tournament Team Southeast
May 14, 2020 - Looking to help out any 60/65 team in upcoming tourneys... More

A Cry For Help!!!
April 1, 2020 - Dec 29 2019 I was 275. Am now 230 and heading to 215. 45lbs so far... have never lost this much before. Daily Walking and High protein/low carb at ... More

Ejection Rule
March 24, 2020 - 4.8 • EJECTED PLAYER"A player or coach who has been ejected from the game must leave the bench area, unless the act is determined to be flagrant, ... More

Can't sleep
March 23, 2020 - Hatman... it can be either... when runner scores there is no actual safe or out call... he just scores... when defense makes the proper appeal then ... More

WALMART
March 29, 2020 - There has been a gasoline price war in the cleve-Akron area the past two weeks..price ranges mainly between $1.49 to $1.89.Ho More

COVID-19 Treatment
March 21, 2020 - VERY interesting read and explanation of WHY this virus is so frightening ! Shared by my friend , Brenda Hull a nurse. Feeling confused as to why ... More

missed Infield fly call
March 18, 2020 - I agree with ib16 also... but.. there are no instructions of what to do if runners advance and are safe or called outthe runner being forced at 3rd ... More

Southwest Championships in April
March 16, 2020 - SSUSA CANCELLED ALL SENIOR TOURNEYS FOR NEXT 60 DAYS....SO NO VEGAS! More

Corona Virus (COVID-19) • Part II
March 15, 2020 - Ssusa: Please do the right thing and cancel all tournaments for the next few weeks. We all need to do our part to help "flatten the curve" of this ... More

Catcher already has the ball when non-forced runner crosses commit line; I assume runner is out?
March 15, 2020 - yes.. runner is still out you are correct a double play More

Was this the correct Call?
March 7, 2020 - wayne.. again you use the word VAGUE because of your lack of reading comprehension and knowledge of the rules.. how much clearer can a rule be ..8.3 ... More

Sunglasses Recommendation
March 6, 2020 - I have had really good luck with REKS sunglasses... polarized at $75.. right now they have special going with second pair free. More

Corona Virus (COVID-19)
March 12, 2020 - Was thinking after reading all of the information out there...I believe shaking hands n interacting with groups of people can potentially pass ... More

Coronavirus
Feb. 26, 2020 - Yes, it did during the height of coronavirus outbreak in China some weeks ago....I think they are slowly back in manufacturing the items.. More

Fielders choice or sacrifice
Feb. 23, 2020 - jimmymac.. this would be scored a FC with a RBI.. I don't believe a sac. can ever be awarded on a groundball when the batter is thrown out at 1st.. ... More

Great TOC Experience
Feb. 12, 2020 - The Hawaii Five-O 60's team recently competed and won the Major division. Our team not only enjoyed competing and winning, but wanted to say Mahalo ... More

New AZ resident female looking for a team
Feb. 7, 2020 - Currently on a 50+ roster for NW legends , looking for a 55+ team to play some tournaments with, or 50+ in other leagues... I am 56 and play middle ... More

Looking to play 2020 Spring World Mesquite Nv / St George Ut
Feb. 7, 2020 - Hahaha well good luck to both of us.... More

Looking to play 50+ in NC
Feb. 6, 2020 - JOE.... WHAT POSITION DO YOU PLAY IN THE INFIELD? I MAY NEED A SS.... More

Clear plastic facemasks
Feb. 5, 2020 - I agree with hitman... a few years ago I know of players who threw them out because they started to show signs surface cracks.. they now wear the ... More

4 Quick Changes Fix a Swing in 30 minutes SM132
Jan. 29, 2020 - a good primer for flawed swings..very effectivehttps://youtu.be/qMb68J_CNdo More

impact player
Jan. 24, 2020 - Nancy, mck71, thank you both.. and yes Coaching and Managing is tough and demanding. But its why we love the game or have rocks in our heads.. ... More

BP In Phoenix (Victory Lane)
Jan. 23, 2020 - Hey Guys, Looking for BP fields in Phoenix near Victory Lane. Playing in Spring Training Tournament in Feb, thanks for inputs.. More

interference
Jan. 22, 2020 - You're right I read the rule wrong. need my glasses......however you have the wrong rule yourself. The original post said interferes with a thrown ... More

70's SENIOR SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT(S)
Jan. 19, 2020 - Charlotte Senior Sports 70 AAA Senior Tournament Team, under the auspices of our local senior softball organization, Carolina Senior Sports ... More

Interference
Jan. 17, 2020 - I'm not sure what the rule is the way it's written? here what's written, I skipped A through D here's all E says...8.3 • BATTER-RUNNER IS OUTE. ... More

Worth/MIKEN Senior bats for 2020
Jan. 13, 2020 - Well guys.... it’s been around 2-3 months since we introduced our new bats for 2020 including my signature bat the AT18. As most of you know I have ... More

VA 55+ TEAM LOOKING....
April 20, 2020 - GANG: If the delay or uncertainty of the season has caused your squad to shut it down , shoot me an e-mail.....Could use some 55+ help for sure....A ... More

Any 80 team looking for a player or two for the T.O.C Tournament in February.
Jan. 8, 2020 - One possibly two players from the Cleveland, Ohio area inquiring if any 80 team may need possibly one or two players. I can play 2nd base or the ... More

TOC February 2020
Jan. 10, 2020 - yeah, it's kind of hard to make hotel reservations 3 weeks before a tournament when 107 teams are looking for the same rooms....I called a few weeks ... More

?
Dec. 6, 2019 - BAT WARMERS...What's your opinion??? More

Dudley Senior Bat Reliability
Dec. 6, 2019 - those bats were breaking within a few swings sometimes with 55 major plus players... if you felt it took 200 swings to get it ready and it didn't ... More

Looking for a Tournament & League Team - Northern VA
Dec. 3, 2019 - Looking to join a tournament and league team in the Northern VA area.I'll be 55 in February. Played competitive "D" Class Tournaments years ago with ... More

Opinions on being called out of the batters box - Continued
Dec. 7, 2019 - wayne, without insulting you.. again these 2 rules explaining that a batter is out when a foot is COMPLETELY OUTSIDE the box have been posted ... More

Rotator Cuff Surgery
Nov. 30, 2019 - Gary, I had a completely different experience. At 78 years old, I fell off my bike on a wet railroad track and tore two tendons completely away from ... More

Opinions on being called out of the batters box
Nov. 27, 2019 - cuda.. it should never matter the age of the player.. remember just because the batter is 80 the pitcher and fielders are also 80.. also this call is ... More

2020 schedule
Nov. 24, 2019 - We have the same issues... I have two men who have to turn in vacation schedule by 11/27. They work for Verizon More

40+
Nov. 21, 2019 - Looking to stay active in winter. Hoping to find a team for the rec tourneys..Possibly the perris, CA or Phoenix tourney..Outfielder... some ... More

ANOTHER FINE JOB SSUSA
Nov. 18, 2019 - From my point of view and the location we were at (Ceazar Chavez Park) the director there did a commendable job! All of the umpiring staff were ... More

results
Nov. 18, 2019 - Phoenix 50+ Major results....1)Homer Lovers - ON, 2)Jayco/ISP - ID, 3)Thunderstruck - AZ. More

WINTER WORLD'S • 65/70-Platinum Update
Nov. 14, 2019 - Dave, no disrespect but I have to agree with baseballbill, having a new 65team and come to play Winter Worlds we drew Timberworks a 65Major+ in ... More

65s to 1-1 or not 1-1
Nov. 21, 2019 - garyheifner---Totally missed my point with your definition of what a catcher does...my point was there are other ways to speed the game up to get 7 ... More

Central Ohio 70 AA men's looking......
Nov. 10, 2019 - for a few players (69 & over) to fill in spots for players that will be having offseason medical tx. and probably not returning in the near future. A ... More

Major Plus Teams in Winter Worlds, Session 1
Nov. 6, 2019 - bbb - I don't have a dog in this hunt but there some advantages of M+ v M+ that you might not be thinking of such as the additional 3HR and 2 runs ... More

looking to play in Polk CountyFlorida feb 7-9 2020
Nov. 5, 2019 - 65 yr old infielder 3b or ss....above average fielder, strong arm, hits well 700 avg my family is in Lakeland and I will be visiting them at the ... More

Players needed for Winter Worlds in Phoenix
Nov. 1, 2019 - Winter WorldsAre you over 55 on a 50's team that is not playing in Phoenix, or on 60's team that isnt playing.. Or on a 55 team that is not playing ... More

Red meat for umpire types
Oct. 30, 2019 - Dave, just to rile you up...lol... years ago I was one of the umpires who also used to call runners out if they hit both bags.. again as you know ... More

What’s the call?
Oct. 27, 2019 - youngen.. per your post and with no mention of the fielder reaching for the ball I would have no catch..what I do not like about the rule Dave posted ... More

Why 2-day
Oct. 25, 2019 - This was my 1st year that I played 50s in NorCal. Obviously I played 40s previously. My question is this...Why in NorCal do they run 2day 50s ... More

Looking for Players for 2020
Oct. 23, 2019 - Hello Ronnie... we are Located outside of Atlanta.. I have a couple guys on the team out of Florida...Don Williams (Orlando)..(DALE pETERS--Alias ... More

Major Plus Equipment
Oct. 24, 2019 - Wood1966 nailed it...completely. But here's something to consider. This year, my 55AA team played 55M teams in every qualifier we competed in ... More

Wipe away front line of the box?
Oct. 19, 2019 - L, No that is not what I do! I'm just stating a fact of batters stepping out of the box and some getting called out...and ALOT not! another 2-3 feet? ... More

Out of the Batter's Box
Oct. 19, 2019 - SCUBA.. this question came up a few years ago and there were different answers... below was SSUSA's response that both feet need to be totally out of ... More

Use one up for home runs this year
Oct. 21, 2019 - Dave....I’m not arguing HR limits... I agree each rating should have them. My argument is they should be the same across the board for all age ... More

Dudley ZN 52/300 ball
Oct. 15, 2019 - what problem with senior bats with this ball.....aren't they the hottest bats around...by the way senior bats are just bats that are made at the old ... More

Two Umpires make opposite call on same play
Oct. 14, 2019 - Exactly what Tim said.. there is no excuse for this to happen.. I personally don't like for the base umpire to go out and call catches.. especially ... More

Game Balls
Oct. 10, 2019 - Not all 44/375s are created equal. In the same way that Honda Accord is available in the DX, EX and LX model, all Accords are not quite the same. ... More

Idea for next years worlds in Vegas (or any other large tourney)
Oct. 9, 2019 - Sorry to start this.Just wanted to throw out a suggestionWe just like playing teams that we have never played beforeWe play the same 3 teams every ... More

Team Outreach
Oct. 4, 2019 - I'm a 65 yr old above average slow-pitch softball player looking to get on a AA team in Arizona for the winter worlds in Phoenix 12-17 Nov 2019. I ... More

BRACKET START TIMES and updates for the 50s weekend
Oct. 3, 2019 - 50 AAA AMERICAN POD SEEDING (Friday games at Big League Dreams)1- SCRAP IRON / ELITE… Friday, 11:00am, Wrigley 2- K.C. ELITE. Friday, ... More

Passing of Joe Brown
Sept. 30, 2019 - Yes, a very sad day, he was an ambassador for Senior Softball every where he when. A friendly smile in the dugout, when things just don't go the way ... More

Tim
Oct. 1, 2019 - KUDOS TIM FOR THE WORLD MASTERS SCORE UPDATES!!!!Now, if only every tournament SSUSA runs can follow your lead....Life is Good!It obviously is a huge ... More

WMC Session 2 Updates from Las Vegas
Sept. 23, 2019 - 65 MAJOR TEAMS.... The final round of games (5pm) are being played now. We're behind so there will be a delay in getting seedings posted... You ... More

Moving to central GA, looking for a 50's team.
Sept. 23, 2019 - Hello Ron.... My name is Erskine, and i coach the Atlanta Monarchs/Miken 50's team. We are classified as a Major team. Give me a call at # ... More

BRACKET START TIMES (Session 1)
Sept. 20, 2019 - FRIDAY.....The following 60 AA teams escaped day 1 of bracket ball without a loss.... Syracuse CyclonesClassics.MN Lumberjacks808 Hawaii.Vancouver ... More

50+ Schedules for Vegas?
Sept. 17, 2019 - Thanks.....and I do not think I ever said you were purposely delaying the release, it was just a simple question about the anticipated release of the ... More

Batting out of order
Sept. 13, 2019 - wayne.. In layman's terms.. in all my years of umpiring I have never seen anyone that can annihilate a rule like you just did... below is a link to ... More

Huntsman 2019 50+ and 55+
Sept. 19, 2019 - Thanks guys..I found my guys More

Mikens
Sept. 8, 2019 - Oops...in section 1 I meant broke in...not broke the bat. Senioritis strikes again! 😜AT18 More

AT18 bat for 2020 from Worth
Dec. 5, 2019 - I know that Miken/Worth has upped their game in the bat business again. They should be able to always stay on top... I don't understand it sometimes. ... More

LVSSA/SSUSA WORLD MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIPS 2019 • "DRAFT" Game Schedules & Brackets
Sept. 24, 2019 - SESSION #3 REVISION • WOMEN'S 40-MASTERS (ALL DIVISIONS)Due to the unexpected late withdrawal on Monday by the 40-AAA Get Dirty (NM), revisions ... More

vegas
Aug. 26, 2019 - 95% of the teams are known, giving the players and teams a "heads up" as to where they are playing so that they can get houses and hotels close to ... More

OLD TOPIC BUT
Sept. 3, 2019 - I am not there yet at that age ...just 54....but my thoughts are.. would it really hurt to try what Paco suggested ....if it dont have balance then ... More

Vegas 50's weekend
Aug. 20, 2019 - Softball Hoe, Looking to join a 50 AAA or 50 Major team for Worlds...750 hitter with power, if you're short!Live in Cali, Outfielder, Catcher, DH, ... More

Neuropathy
Aug. 21, 2019 - The neuropathy in my foot feels like I have a balled up sock in my shoe, but that's about it....the meralgia paraesthetica that keeps my left quad ... More

Player Rating
Aug. 14, 2019 - DaveThis may be the rule, but...No player should be penalized when they can still play in a lower age group.If he is 60 and has a AAA rating on his ... More

LOOKING
Aug. 11, 2019 - Looking for a 60 Major team to play with. I'm in Louisville,Ky. But am willing to travel as far as I need to. I Play outfield but can also play ... More

Question for you hitting gurus
Aug. 9, 2019 - If you are using a very flight restrictive softball, do you go with a soft barrel bat like the Melee or a hard barrel bat like a HyperZ ?My ... More

ISA World Series
Aug. 2, 2019 - I play for 50s Dudley out of St.Louis...we won the 50s Major against Titans...not sure about 55s More

Tournament Game Results
July 31, 2019 - Would it be possible for someone (tournament director or player) to take a picture of the filled-in brackets at the Western Nationals and post it on ... More

Re-rating process....
July 30, 2019 - Why does SSUSA, a VERY LARGE organization have just one person that handles re-rating petitions? This process needs serious review.I know a AAA team ... More

Re-rating process....
July 30, 2019 - Was my post NOT processed?Thanks More

Pitcher
July 23, 2019 - 50+AAA senior softball tournament team is looking for a backup pitcher and if you can play other positions that will be a plus...if you playing on ... More

What's your call on a bang-bang play at a base?
July 24, 2019 - Hey B.J.Just a little advice on your clinics If you have a crafty first baseman, he will pound his glove before the ball gets there so make the ump ... More

Correct call
July 22, 2019 - wow... i didn't want to say this earlier but I agree with mck71 ... the umpire just didn't want to go to extra innings.. here's are a couple of ... More

How does a 55 major team who has their own 55 major division end up playing in a 50 major division
July 21, 2019 - Someone from senior softball explain to me and show me in the rulebook where a 55 major team who has their own division of there of at least 5 ... More

Looking to join 75 AAA or Major team in 2020
July 20, 2019 - I am currently playing on Scrap Iron Legends 70's Major in 2019. I will be eligible to play on 75 team next year. I am looking to join either an ... More

Batter's Box
July 19, 2019 - Hey Wayne, I'm note interpreting it that way, some portion of both feet on or inside the lines of the batter's box, I'm thinking as long as part of ... More

Ruling on Run Down
July 17, 2019 - Dave, no problem, and my apologies also the conversation just got a little heated by both of us trying to make a pointand on your analogy you are ... More

Midwest Championships
July 22, 2019 - This tournament was one of my favorites when It was held in Champagne Illinois...…...most age groups were full....nice fields and well run...teams ... More

Vegas Fields....What about Western Nationals?
July 15, 2019 - So we have people asking for fields for Vegas already.......What about Eastern and Western Nationals first......and what about Ranking Updates? More

LVSSA/SSUSA WORLD MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIPS
July 15, 2019 - Well as we should all know... that is we women!! That we always get the shit end of everything when it comes to a tournament. But this changing it ... More

Bat bag frames
July 17, 2019 - 2nd attempt on the links...http://forums.softballfans.com/threads/demarini-special-ops-shelf-system.1442002/page-2#post-18907006 ... More

Commitment line
July 13, 2019 - HAT MAN.. I have never seen this play happen...lol talk about having a "senior moment" If I had to rule on this I would have called the runner ... More

Cullman, Al aug 24-25 Whos in?
July 8, 2019 - We do publish coop3636 ... Shortly after the entry deadline passes (there are Eastern and Western deadlines tomorrow, Tuesday, July 9th) ... Here's ... More

COURTESY RUNNER
July 4, 2019 - Dave, this is the meeting I referred to (the Nat'l Rules Committee meeting) My view/knowledge of the rules comes directly from reading the SSUSA ... More

Tournament Change
June 21, 2019 - TimMcElroy, you make some good points...and showed how spoiled I am to play here in California. Playing 6 outs in the rain? Never happen. We ... More

CAN-SIRS/SSUSA NorCAL STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2019
June 21, 2019 - I find this a common attribute of those who are extremely knowledgeable about the arcane rules of softball/baseball and their interpretation. As we ... More

site to buy/sell used senior bats
June 14, 2019 - TEXAS T, MAD DOG, WAYNE37.... i fell off a 6ft ladder, landed on concrete, 2 torn muscles on right shoulder, 4 holes in the bone to tie all stuff ... More

interpretation
June 12, 2019 - curty.. runner 1 scores.. runner 2 you said passed the scoring line?? ..I assume you meant commitment line.. R2 should have been called out ... More

You make the call
June 9, 2019 - Dave, yes... I know that.. my question is where in the rule book does it cite that the runner is out.. what I'm saying is if the ball is off the ... More

Illinois Team Looking for Players
June 9, 2019 - I saw your email today..... I have played tournament softballfor the past 45yrs.... I am 72now.(two weeks ago) I am a Very Very Good Pitcher!! ... More

What Calls Can Be Questioned and Reviewed by Tournament Director
June 8, 2019 - Hey DaveI reread the original postIn my opinion, that post is referring to a judgement call."Our situation was a fair call on a ball hit down the 3rd ... More

Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico Major/AAA Player needed 65+ team
June 12, 2019 - what kind of player are you looking for?? I have been pitchingfor the past 40yrs plus.. I am not bragging, but I am oneof the best pitchers in ... More

Over-ruled call confusion
June 3, 2019 - Creins......that rule wouldn't apply to this situation as the complex had a scoring plate which was different than home plate/mat. 45caliber.... not ... More

Looking for a good outfielder for Michigan Men's Team
June 3, 2019 - sandbagging is notorious in the ISSA and SPA tourneys...anything for that T-shirt at the end of the day More

AED....
June 19, 2019 - THANK GOD somebody knew what to do.... we are all at the age now that this problem will rear it's head again. we all need to learn what to do in ... More

SO CAL STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS - Women’s 50s Major
June 5, 2019 - Hi Dave, Any news on if the women (40s and 50s) will be a 2-Day event?Thanks... More

Brackets for Rockin Reno
May 20, 2019 - AJC ... I forgot to include this information in my previous post ... There are ONLY two areas where you may take BP at Golden Eagle ... • On the ... More

Keeping Weight on Rear Foot during Stride, Key to Hip Power
May 24, 2019 - Bogie - This is your student from Seattle. Totally get it. Yesterday in league play, I kept my weight back, drove the hips into the rotation, and ... More

PLANNING for The Crabtown Classic
May 10, 2019 - Tim,Do you have a list of teams in the 60's ??? Thanks.. More

Oil City Classic , Oklahoma
May 7, 2019 - Would have been nice to give a sponsors something for helping teams with funding tournaments...This is my opinion only...Im.all for giving back to ... More

50 AAA
May 7, 2019 - Hey DaveHere is what I think (since you asked)We should only have 2 divisions (more teams per division)call it lower and upper (less awards to be ... More

a tourney in Tupelo , MS.. Lets make it happen
May 2, 2019 - This is not a ssusa tourney, but hopefully some teams will come play in it.There are no other ssusa tournaments on this weekend except on the west ... More

Weather report for Texas State in Dallas
May 2, 2019 - What is the weather update for the State Tourney in Dallas...rain has been significant....? More

RESPONSE TO TIMBERWORKS DISCUSSION
April 30, 2019 - ANOTHER THOUGHT : After seeing many of the expressed opinions in two of the recent MESSAGE BOARD topics---"Timberworks" ISSUE & "Winners of 65 ... More

Playing back to a lower class
May 14, 2019 - 2017 we finished the year 38-35 in a 50's Major.... we were 33-20 against Major teams and 5-15 against AAA teams... We actually got run ruled 3 ... More

WHAT DO WE DO WITH TIMBERWORKS?
April 29, 2019 - The current Rodney Dangerfield of senior softball, Timberworks, can't get no respect. Their recent carpet bombing of an otherwise pristine 65/Major ... More

THANKS FOR A WELL RUN TOURNEY DAVE AND THE SSUSA STAFF AT SUNSET PARK
April 29, 2019 - Dave and the rest of the staff...just wanted to say thanks for a very well run and mostly on time tourney this past weekend at Sunset Park for the ... More

75 eligibility
April 26, 2019 - Thanks Dave...hope all is well with you and the family...regards...Bob Darrah More

Practice fields near BLD?
April 21, 2019 - hey SisavicUse batting cages at BLD. They are right as you go in.$1 for 20 swingsWell worth it and you don't have to worry about carrying balls, net ... More

Courtesy Runners When the Team Bats Around
April 16, 2019 - Sort of like the Farmers Insurance ad series, "..we seen a few things over the years.." ... Actually had this come up when a team came to the World ... More

Music City Was A Below Average Experince
April 19, 2019 - TomI didn't see you at the fields.Who were you playing with?I missed out on some good brownies..lolcoop3636 More

LVSSA/SSUSA SOUTHWEST CHAMPIONSHIPS 2019 • TENTATIVE Field Assignments
April 17, 2019 - On this line, I just have a question, and I am sure its a park availability issue as dictated by the various municipalities...But if Lorenzi and ... More

Female players looking to play
April 13, 2019 - Hello ladies... contact me I’m looking for players for Vegas...tazingit@aol..com More

Jeff Case
April 8, 2019 - This is a fact of life for sure Nancy...yet the memories we retain in our hearts keeps those special people a live! Cherish those memories n keep ... More

ONYX Senior Bats
May 6, 2019 - I demo'd one at Vegas Worlds last year in September. I liked it and ended up buying one. I used it that weekend (3 games) and hit well with it. ... More

Looking for 55 over team Northern California
April 7, 2019 - I'm down to travel...3B..SS..2B...Pitch...I'm ready right now. Solid hitter with power. Dont care if it AAA or Major or Major +...played them all in ... More

Music City bracket gripes (sorry)
April 8, 2019 - K man,I agree that RR games are 65 minutesBut that is when you are just using them for seeding.If we are only playing RR games, they should ALL be ... More

Looking to play Men's 55 or 50 AAA Vegas SOUTHWEST CHAMPIONSHIPS
April 11, 2019 - Still looking to play in Vegas... More

Full tourney results?
March 26, 2019 - Hello SSUSA, I know this is a sore topic and an issue to many of us ball players, as with most of us we know many teams and players and would love to ... More

PLEASE CHANGE THIS RULE!!
March 26, 2019 - Please add this to the rule...You can NOT walk a batter to get to the "out " in the line upIf this happens, the "out" will be skipped and it goes to ... More

Scores posted
March 27, 2019 - Pony Express and Typewriters...OMG More

Centennial Park Kingman
March 27, 2019 - No they’re not DBax...... Dbax, you said “Different age brackets don't get different number of home runs.” of course they do.... the 40 Majors ... More

Runner clarification
March 14, 2019 - Hey guys...after reading Dave's and B.J. answers...I have not laughed so hard since Abbott and Costello's "who's on first'. B.J....We all know who ... More

Looking for a team In the Montgomery, AL area
March 11, 2019 - I'm a 59+yo looking to get back into playing after taking a few years off.I'm in the Montgomery area.Thanks... More

Softball bats on southwest airlines
March 9, 2019 - Just to add my .02 cents. I would ship them UPS or Federal Express.. Too much hassle with traveling these days...Mighty Mike Macenkoaka: Gorilla Boy! More

Who is playing in Franklon, TN on April 13-14?
March 5, 2019 - Who is playing in Franklin, TN on April 13-14?It is a first year tournament and we need to make it happen.It is nice to finally get a SSUSA tourney ... More

What bats are allowed?????????
March 2, 2019 - Yes...........here's the rule...............3.4(3) • APPROVED BATS...All bats manufactured prior to 2014 marked "1.21 BPF"(Bat Performance ... More

Balls
April 25, 2019 - since Dave brought up that each team gets 6 balls and the option to buy more balls if they don't retrieve them, it made me think of the last 2 ... More

Cannabis topical - non THC
March 7, 2019 - Guys,I've been on this stuff for over 30 years...No THC, NO side affects and the CBD heals and just doesn't mass the pain. You will NOT GET HIGH or ... More

DUDLEY 2019 LIGHTNING HOTW
March 3, 2019 - I deal with a player in the Kansas area that can get me some certain bats that I am looking for. Somebody is hijacking the bats some how because of ... More

Interference/Obstruction or Other
March 3, 2019 - lmao... hmmm ... I think someone has forgotten to take his meds... AGAIN .. and this will probably be another closed thread real soon sorry Dave More

Lou
Feb. 19, 2019 - Like to join a competitive team over 70 years...in central area...Nebraska...excellent pitcher and fielder...looking at future would like to play ... More

Softball shorts
Feb. 21, 2019 - Dbax-actually the 60's. And I still fit into them, at least one leg does...… More

Interference or incidental contact?
Feb. 5, 2019 - In a Senior league,55 and older, no sliding : Runner on first base, one out, batter hits a ground ball to the SS who throws to the second baseman to ... More

Recent Palm Springs Tournament - One & One Count with one to waste.
Feb. 2, 2019 - My 80s team also played in the Palm Springs Tournament with the 1-1 starting count. All of our games did NOT achieve 7 innings of play. On the first ... More

TOC Next week
Feb. 2, 2019 - Alan I will be there this week starting weds Feb 6th and will look for you....our team is in 55 Majors...look forward to seeing you, Brian...maybe we ... More

looking for a team so Cal
Jan. 31, 2019 - Los Angeles area.....62 looking for a AA or AAA team that needs players... I'm ok on defense have a bad wheel good glove and arm been playing infield ... More

Looking to play 55+ women's slow pitch
Jan. 24, 2019 - Text me mrs.JC,.704-320-1293...I have a senior team..looking for players... More

Looking to play
Jan. 22, 2019 - I will vouch for this old manHe will help out any team and brings brownies to all the tournaments..Whoever picks Tom up will be better off for itGood ... More

New Dudley
Feb. 22, 2019 - No delays here....My Dudley shipment just arrived. Call me at 561-718-7504 with any questions or concerns....Alan TannerTeam 1 Sports More

Looking for a team
Jan. 17, 2019 - Hey..I have a senior women's team.. 50 +, I'm always looking for great players...text me..704-320-1293,thanks...Calvin More

Sponsorship
Jan. 10, 2019 - Sparky...have a bless New Year...I will sponsor You free Surf Lessons...just gotta get hea! Aloha, Fabe More

65 Major Plus Players from Texas Looking for a Team
Jan. 10, 2019 - WOW! A shortstop who hits .750 with power and Major Plus experience!! These guys won't be on the market long. Too bad my team is not Major Plus...and ... More

Best bat-ball combinations
Jan. 7, 2019 - I have always said that 44/375 and senior 1.21 bats are the best combinations for senior softball. Then you have special considerations. In one ... More

Women's 50+
Jan. 8, 2019 - Hey there mama bear.. we are base out NC..last year was our first year and we place 2 or 3rd ..8 out of 9 tournament's...text me ... More

Looking for a 55 team
Jan. 8, 2019 - Hey there...mobes,we have a 50 + team..last year was our first year...place 8 out of 9 tournament's...I need a good outfielder....text me ... More

Prostate Cancer
Dec. 31, 2018 - Wishing you good luck and speedy recovery...it depends on how well you recover afterwards..it varies among men whom undergone that.I will be having ... More

Knee replacement vs. Stem Cell Therapy
Dec. 30, 2018 - badback, I have stem cell injection quotes for both knees from $7500 to $14K. Plus they recommend chiropractic and massage therapy for the ... More

70 Major Plus Players Needed
Dec. 18, 2018 - yes they are steve....as we both know from playing with them at huntsman games.....great group......wish i was 70 jimmy..... More

WALKOFF 4-Base Award
Dec. 14, 2018 - wayne.. a "ground rule double" is called exactly that because of the uniqueness of the field that the game is being played on.. ie holes under the ... More

55 major plus player looking
Dec. 28, 2018 - Cop298 - Are you willing to travel? Are you still looking for a team. We are an Arizona 55 team that recently got moved to Majors.. We are still ... More

rules question
Dec. 3, 2018 - im a reading it wrong under ranking guidelines... a major plus player can only play on a major or major plus team in the same age group... so a 55 ... More

Looking for a 65 Midwest Team for 2019
Dec. 5, 2018 - Dave is a modest and humble guy so I'm going to provide my endorsement regarding his talents and his value:This guy can play and is one of the best ... More

How Rotational Hitting Works....a concise explanation using top pro examples
Nov. 21, 2018 - Breakdown of slowpitch mechanics using video, narration of top pro swings. A nice concise explanation of the parts of the swing and how they work. ... More

Rethink Stride as a Smooth Positioning Step for better Timing and Power SwingMakeover 83
Dec. 4, 2018 - thanks Dave..its as much for our teaching and contributions...and im glad we could offer that to those who benefited..have a good winter and get ... More

BJ
Nov. 16, 2018 - Miss NancyI have to add a few things.BJ,if obstruction is signaled, the runner never becomes in jeopardy because the umpire can not tell which base , ... More

BJ
Nov. 19, 2018 - wayne.. lmao.. you are really SPOT ON this time .. congratulations.. the good news is that you have FINALLY posted an actual rule.. now the bad ... More

Obstruction
Nov. 15, 2018 - wayne.. seriously.. please read a SSUSA softball rule book and quit citing baseball and what happened when you used to umpire 90mph fastballs.. no ... More

Results
Nov. 12, 2018 - Long Island Jaguars.....1stPlaymakers....................2ndCincinnati 60’s................3rd More

What constitutes an unsafe bat
Nov. 9, 2018 - Sorry guys... I meant SSUSA. My fingers didn't type what my mind was thinking. More

New Senior bat technology and performance insights
Nov. 8, 2018 - Hello Everyone,I am answering more and more questions on these topics so I thought I would share a little information to help you learn a little on ... More

Excessive Speed Pitch
Nov. 4, 2018 - I've never seen it done.. the excessive speed pitches I have called were always flat pitches.. if it is called the pitcher should also be given a ... More

Courtesy runner
Oct. 31, 2018 - the problem with the C/R rule is that many players and managers don't know the rule and then get upset when an out is called.. a while back I ... More

called out
Oct. 31, 2018 - well since all these batters are PO'd b/c of this rule....how about we let the pitcher get a strike as long as they hit the mat,regardless of the ... More

Atlanta Monarchs/Miken 50 OVERHAUL for 2019
Oct. 21, 2018 - Greetings to All.... My name is Erskine... and I am the Coach of the Atlanta Monarchs/50 Softball Team.The Team will be going through a Makeover this ... More

Looking to play Ft Meyers...VA Pitcher
Oct. 20, 2018 - Looking to play Ft Meyers. Can play 65 (65 in 2019), 60 or 55. Regular team was a VA 55 AAA. Can also play 3rd, 1st or C. Al @ atefft@gmail.com More

Stepping out of the front of the box?
Oct. 17, 2018 - I have a big stride when I swing, I have been called out for stepping out of the box, I get that but my question is...if when I plant my front foot ... More

CHOPPED / TOMAHAWKED BALL
Oct. 14, 2018 - Cannot find "TOMAHAWKED" in rules....what is the difference between "TOMAHAWKED" & "CHOPPED"? More

Myrtle Beach
Oct. 12, 2018 - Or Winter Worlds.... Just want to play in 60+ before the end of season More

Looking for 40+ Team in Texas
Oct. 9, 2018 - I've played on Major and AAA teams...I'm an OF'r but played 1B/C/EH...I've played Military A/B/40+Travel isn't a problem...I've avg 8 Tourneys a year ... More

Clarify rule when runners are on base
Oct. 5, 2018 - as stated above the runner must have contact with the bag until the ball crosses the plate.. I've had teams ask if when a runner is on 3rd if they ... More

Need outfielder
Oct. 3, 2018 - just info we have filled the two positions...Thanks More

looking in Georgia
Oct. 2, 2018 - Hello Big Bear.... my name is Eurskine Lyons... my email address is: eurskine@aol.com .........and my cell# is 404-867-6421..shoot me an email or ... More

Major +++
Nov. 16, 2018 - Mark, why don't we give participation trophies too! Jesus, if you can't beat the best in the top division you don't need to be a world champ... if ... More

Pitcher Texas 40+ (Front Row/Power House 2017)
Sept. 29, 2018 - Looking to get back on the field after taking a year off talking care of family things... I can pitch or play 1st.. Classified as B/C in usssa.. ... More

ASA Bats Not Allowed in Vegas
Sept. 28, 2018 - Thinking it's a monetary decision exclusively for SSUSA. just like ASA or USSSA your only allowed to use there stamped bats which the manufacturers ... More

Assignment of fields for LVSSA/SSUSA World Championships
Sept. 30, 2018 - WOW Paco I think your kicking Dave to hard on this, we are weekend warriors nothing more! I go to work on Mondays, we are not professionals playing ... More

Pitchers Mask
Sept. 27, 2018 - nancy yes they can be hot but all helmets are that way...i wear a no flap catchers helmet(old style) turn backwards just like a catcher with my ... More

Results of Las Vegas
Sept. 25, 2018 - First, Congrats to Tim McElroy on the outstanding job he did in posting the information for others to see. Tim that was awesome and it’s a sh ... More

Mesquite Can/Am Tournament Oct. 6-7
Sept. 25, 2018 - Need an extra player for the Mesquite Can/Am Tournament in October...Looking to play with a 74' team prior to the Huntsman Games...Outfielder, good ... More

60s results
Sept. 25, 2018 - No, but I too am curious.....??? More

55 Major
Sept. 23, 2018 - WC Thunder 55 took 2nd...as they won the first championship game to force the IF game, but unfortunately they had to forfeit the IF game due to ... More

Back to Back 2017 & 2018
Sept. 23, 2018 - Congratulations goes out to my MTC Softball Family... Winning the 60's Major Plus division in 2017 was special, but winning back to back, owe feels ... More

60 AAA SEEDING INFORMATION (Shadow Rock / Hollywood)
Sept. 22, 2018 - Sorry folks... my phone died at the park. Here is a quick recap of the last few rounds.Still alive (with a loss)8;00am (Angel)Xplosion vs CJ & SBig ... More

Tee shirts
Sept. 17, 2018 - Birdie...Whinning......The guy who didn’t honor his commitment to you owes me several awards.....I still luv ya... More

getting bat bag to tournaments
Sept. 18, 2018 - @phantom...depends what kind of bats...if you have a bunch of really good bats....what's your Airline and Flight Number????? LOL...you will be fine!!! More

New Worth Wicked Pro XL Signature Series
Sept. 28, 2018 - So several reports from the Wild , Wild West of Las Vegas.....Apparently, there is a WICKED new sheriff in town and he’s taking over the fields. ... More

Losing could be beneficial
Sept. 14, 2018 - To add to what's already been said, teams take different approaches to how they play pool/seed games. Some always play them to win; others use the ... More

runner intentionally get hit by ball
Sept. 20, 2018 - wayne, I have made mistakes many times on this board over the years when I have tried to answer questions and do not mind being corrected as long as ... More

Available to Play 50s Worlds (AAA or Major)
Sept. 11, 2018 - Oops... Wrong phone number. 602-697-4550 is my cell phone. More

Mesquite Can/Am Tournament Oct 6-7, 2018 Extra Player
Sept. 11, 2018 - Looking to play with a 74' team in the Mesquite Tournament on Oct6 & 7th prior to playing with my team in the Huntsman Games.... Outfielder, good ... More

ALLPROSOFTWARE
Sept. 11, 2018 - you still use a laptop dave.....thought yours was out of comiss....tire tracks or something like that......DOH,LOL..... More

How do you like the 1 n 1 count?
Sept. 8, 2018 - I’m new to SSUSA.....have played in tournaments this year (40+&50+) different rules regarding 1&1 count with and without extra foul....what will ... More

Just Plain Wrong!!!
Sept. 7, 2018 - SSUSA Staff,Our team traveled to Sacramento (3 years in a row) to play in the Western National Championship to win the first leg of the Triple Crown ... More

Female available for Worlds in Vegas
Sept. 3, 2018 - 50 year old available for Vegas Worlds...Pitcher, Catcher, 1st, EH or bench...whatever your team needs. Get a hold of me here.References provided ... More

Softball Venue Review Site- Senior Softball Addict
Sept. 3, 2018 - Thanks for all of the comments-- it is a lot of work, but I really love doing it. The idea came because of the frustration I felt many times trying ... More

40 s pitcher looking to play Vegas worlds
Sept. 2, 2018 - "...forgot to say this is for WOMENS..." More

40 s pitcher looking to play Vegas worlds
Sept. 1, 2018 - forgot to say this is for WOMENS... More

somthing very interesting
Aug. 31, 2018 - DaveThanks for the correctionLike I said, I NEVER care who we play.I just thought it would make and interesting topic.I have one more question for ... More

New Stote 44x375 MCT
Aug. 30, 2018 - We have been hitting the new ball in Houston. 101 degrees high humity. The ball perfofmed very well. Great sound when it was hit..No sign of ... More

what is the rule
Aug. 28, 2018 - I don't have an answer but wouldn't it have been a good example of sportsmanship if the pinch runner had said, "I have run this inning" and then go ... More

Life is Precious
Aug. 29, 2018 - I get my information from doctors......you are free to hydrate/re-hydrate any way you please.Just don't think drinking your urine is good for you. More

Long Time Senior SOftball Umpire Passes...
Aug. 21, 2018 - It is with sincere sorrow that we announce the passing of Steven J. Hite, a long time Senior Softball Umpire and educator from Arizona. Steve was ... More

Trump Stote
Aug. 21, 2018 - yes dave john is a great guy....met him when kevin (tattoo ball) used to work for him...the company is about 50 miles from where my family lives in ... More

Hitter Not Running
Aug. 16, 2018 - the way the scenario is worded is that the out at 1st base came AFTER the B/R had abandoned any effort in advancing to 1st base.. he left the field ... More

Major++++
Aug. 14, 2018 - I never thought I would have to write this but I do, I am a member of the Timberworks 65 Major ++ Team (that's right Major ++). This means we have to ... More

Major++
Aug. 18, 2018 - Having friends on the team, I am biased, but Major Plus is big boy softball...I personally would like to see no border restrictions...no east, west ... More

Thomas Burns
Aug. 10, 2018 - Sorry to hear this...prayers coming from a Survivor who live in da Tropics! God bless to all who shared memories with Tom. Aloha, Fabe More

Southern championships
Aug. 12, 2018 - Thanks... Chronological order I do understand. Complexity not so much but ok... Just voicing the same opinion that had been voiced many times on the ... More

Kudos on new balls
Aug. 6, 2018 - 99 degree heat and the new Trump balls played fair for everyone hitting them... much better than the previous balls... North Cal needs to get these ... More

TOC qualifier
Aug. 7, 2018 - what I'm told is they would have allowed us to play in the 50's bracket but the major plus team didn't want to play us....smh More

STRIKE MAT
Aug. 5, 2018 - we went to wood about 5 yrs ago when we put in turf batters boxes.. we have 11 fields and they have worked out great.. we use 1/4" marine plywood and ... More

San Clemente in August!
Aug. 8, 2018 - I was hoping for yes or no. The mystery around the Area 51 ball continues... More

HOW LONG?
Aug. 5, 2018 - To piggy back on Matt43, the 60s has the same problem. Look at the 60M+ through out the country. In the East coast is just two teams and perhaps ... More

State Tournament Jerseys
Aug. 1, 2018 - I know curveball. Those pesky North Koreans......and he had called...……...and called again. More

Isa world series
Aug. 2, 2018 - Nancy Allen...I play for Dudley,this is my second year playing senior ball and I love it...it dont hurt playing with great teammates and coaches... More

Ball carried out of play
Aug. 9, 2018 - wayne37.. you have most of it correct.. but there is no difference for when a runner can advance on a caught foul ball it is still on 1st touch..as ... More

commitment line stepover standoff
Aug. 13, 2018 - Sorry for being a late responder. On May 12, the message board had an example where a runner came up to the commitment line, stoped, waited for the ... More

You Make the Call
July 25, 2018 - OK...look, as funny as it sounds and as much fun as you are all having with this...the truth is, the ball was not inside his shorts or uniform or ... More

Another what's the correct call
July 20, 2018 - oops... wayne is right this would be a dead ball situation on the interference More

MidWest Championships
July 16, 2018 - I was going to write a post about thisGreat job on getting the scores outNext tournament, please bring some clouds..lolBrett More

Rating change for a team that disbanded
July 12, 2018 - What is considered doing well enough to be bumped so fast? They won one tournament since they were together. Had a second place finish in two team ... More

60 Major Team based in NJ needs players
July 25, 2018 - just saw this post...i'm 67, play 2B, 3B or Pitch 6-12 ft arc....i live in the 12 ft arc area once i've practiced a bit.....coached and played on ... More

for SSUSA staff
July 9, 2018 - coop3636 If you are play ssusa plan on 3 days.We have had 2 teams and had to stay 3 days..issa and spa will both do 1 or 2 day ...That is why we have ... More

Looking to join 40+ or 50+ team in North Orange County or East LA
July 8, 2018 - I am 50, live in Fullerton, CA, played competitive baseball through high school, and competitive softball through my 30's...looking to get back into ... More

Bob Woldyk's Swing the model for 43 year olds Swing Improvement..Glide, Lag and Snap SM$74
July 5, 2018 - https://youtu.be/Lt0H3vqcrw8 Overhead and slowmotion views of this great hitter, served as the inspiration of a rec hitter, who improved exit speed ... More

Where is the new ball
July 2, 2018 - Sasquatch, Loch Ness monster, UFO's, SSUSA"s new balls and other imaginary things... More

Age
July 25, 2018 - hey guys just a thought here!! one of our competitors.....SPA ....allows three 69 yearolds to play in their 70 + tourneys. i know so what!!!! Well, ... More

Hitting Clinics coming up in July
July 4, 2018 - Rainmans put it pretty well but I'd add that Steve also offers technology that allows you to view your own swing in real time... frame by frame or ... More

50 yr old looking tem about to fold
June 27, 2018 - Im looking for a 40 or 50 or both team to finish out the year. My team Portland Marathon/express athletics 50 is going to fold... I played 1st for ... More

Tournament Prizes
June 27, 2018 - JT makes some good points, but as outlined there are some intangibles too. Both arguements on costs don't tell the whole story and I dont think it is ... More

Players Needed
June 26, 2018 - WE are seeking 2 or 3 players for a 60 Major team out of Kansas City Missouri. Any state adjoining Missouri would be eligible. We are looking for ... More

Terminology
June 24, 2018 - Nancy.. i think it's even more important when starting with a 1-1 count.. the awareness of pitch count and runners on base is something I stress ... More

Larry Regallo.. 70+ Player looking to join Team in Texas or close..
June 18, 2018 - I have pitched for over 35yrs.. Very good pitcher. I am a good second baseman, Third baseman and at first too!! Most teams knowme after 23yrs playing ... More

4 DAYS NOW FOR VEGAS MASTERS?
June 15, 2018 - Why is the Vegas Masters now 4 days??? Doesn't SSUSA realize that it is difficult for 50/55's who are not yet fully retired to take 2 DAYS OFF OF ... More

Looking to play for top tier sponsored team
June 15, 2018 - Discussion: Looking to play for top tier sponsored team.Homer14Kenneth Herron2641 Nottingham RdGate City, VA. 24251Email: krherron@mounet.comPhone: ... More

2018 Easton Empire Endload 1 Piece (blue)
June 13, 2018 - We had the green balanced this weekend at the smokey...Was liked enough that 2 guys used in games...No problems.... More

Was The ump
June 10, 2018 - Tim, yes I agree it's an IF call and should stay that way.. but above you posted the different ways that you can make a IDB call.. here were 2 of ... More

Double bag at First
June 7, 2018 - yes.. in fact to avoid a collision the runner can miss both bags and do a run by.. then it's the umpires judgement whether the runner reached the ... More

TOC TOURNAMENT AND SPRING NATIONALS ETC HELD IN AUBURNDALE POKE COUNTY FLORIDA
June 4, 2018 - I am writing this to everyone in Senior Softball as most of us dont get opportunity to play in Auburndale. Florida unless its the TOC or Spring ... More

Is it an illegal pitch or a "no pitch" call?
June 4, 2018 - yes.. also I assume that this was a 1 time thing in the game More

Babe Ruth's Swing side by side compared to top Senior and Conference hitters...SM short
June 3, 2018 - https://youtu.be/6lJjiSTxvNY No coaching to speak of in his era, or that of Ted Williams, Mantle, Aaron and other old time greats. Some jus ... More

11 on defense
May 31, 2018 - First were saddled with a 1-1 count then a wish for the 11th man on defense to keep the middle shots at bay. Priceless..... More

Mesquite
May 28, 2018 - Wes: Can you use an extra player for your 75 team in Mesquite . I've played in the Mesquite Tournament for the past 6 years. I'm available as my ... More

Is the infield fly rule based on physical ability to catch the ball?
May 25, 2018 - Turbo... you just have to judge the play itself.. that being said if no fielder is able to get to the ball with ordinary effort then I would not have ... More

Crabtown Tournament
May 29, 2018 - Not an easy task to run n coordinate the largest softball organization! SSUSA is that...don't agree with all the policies, but respect that they are ... More

Back Surgery pro's & con's
May 22, 2018 - Guys need some input here...My lower back has been hurting on and off for about a year... thought it was just getting old... it would hurt for a week ... More

Best ASA bat for mush balls
May 24, 2018 - Guys,The new Miken FREAK20 was developed specifically to hit these 52/300 balls and does it incredibly well. Additionally, this year they added the ... More

Weather policy
May 17, 2018 - I am not the one charging $535 for 90 teams... More

Heart of Texas - Georgetown
May 16, 2018 - TheScreamer5, agree with the issue being 58 teams and only 4 fields. Maybe they should have considered more fields or fewer teams or classifications. ... More

Loudon
May 18, 2018 - Got a call we play at 8:00 AM at Potomac Lakes...ha haSterling, VA Hourly Weather9:18 pm EDTExpect occasional rain to continue for the next several ... More

looking for a team 70 and over
May 9, 2018 - I'm interested in joining a team 70 and over...I live in Bellingham Wa....played in San Diego for 15 years at the triple A and Major levels, played ... More

Power fading
May 8, 2018 - Does your batting power diminished with age?Of course it does...It is the primary reason for use of Senior Bats?Far more home runs hit in the younger ... More

Home plate mat size
May 4, 2018 - marcster13 ..you weren't imagining it....they were smaller...i heard they had to use the bld mats.....our texas ssusa rep seems to think its ok to ... More

Question for Bat Geeks
May 3, 2018 - Mass index is LS attempt to quantify moment of inertia (moi) or amount of endload in the bat.More endload provides more momentum to collision with ... More

New Softball for 2018
April 29, 2018 - This would make an incredible CSI episode, don't you think? The case of the missing balls.... no one knows where they are, the ETA, or anything about ... More

Runner can advance
April 28, 2018 - yes but then it becomes as wayne says.. awarded bases (3) or 4 if the umpire thinks it would have cleared the fence More

Stealing other teams Softballs
April 25, 2018 - how about going and retrieving your hr balls in a timely manner......many a time i have took a tour of the complexes after the days done and guess ... More

Runner on first base
April 22, 2018 - bill.. again any play like this is umpire judgement.. did the runner intentionally get in the way of a batted ball or did he look like a deer in ... More

Runner's right to the base
April 26, 2018 - Wayne, As far as having to umpire I have been umpiring senior softball for over 15yrs and have been putting on umpire clinics for positioning for ... More

New softball
April 20, 2018 - The ship was plundered by Somali pirates who are starting up a league in hopes of keeping the fellas occupied between hijackings.....seriously ... More

2018 TIDEWATER CLASSIC, etc.
April 26, 2018 - Tim, first let me state this is not directed at you since you have limits placed on you by others above you. The issue lies directly with others at ... More

Looking for a women's 40 or 50 travel/tournament team
May 19, 2018 - Hey there... We are a new Team and looking for player's... Call me and I'll fill you in.. 704 320 1293..calvin More

1-1 count and new ball
April 10, 2018 - As a pitcher the 1-1 count does not make you throw meat ..It speeds the game up ..makes hitters not wait for a strike .They have to be ready ..Much ... More

Still waiting for a rational answer
April 6, 2018 - NO, you won!!!! I am blessed to be one player with dual ratings... 65 M+ rating as well as a 60 M+ plus rating. My age doesn't change but my rating ... More

Mizuno Rejuvenate
April 5, 2018 - thought any bat approved by the kids assoc's....aka ...ASA....USSSA...ETC were legal for SSUSA.......since when did SSUSA get their own ... More

Scrap Iron loss of a great player and person
April 4, 2018 - Your club is well respected because of players like Skip! Prayers from da Tropics...Aloha, Fabe More

So Cal 40s team
April 2, 2018 - Need contact information pls...a couple players looking to play. Thanks... More

50+ Major or 40+
March 29, 2018 - Looking for a traveling team in Iowa area. I have played in the winter worlds the past 5 years...I will travel. If you're looking for an outfielder ... More

Texas State Championships turnout
March 30, 2018 - i think we still have more east/mdille texas teams show there than west texas comes to us for the states.....the only thing you get in el paso is the ... More

Foul Tip vs Foul Ball
April 15, 2018 - TX... read the rule again the end of the last sentence before the effect..." is a foul ball and a dead ball" ...The foul tip rule is for a batter ... More

Need advice
March 29, 2018 - You might want to give the Miken Kendrick Maxload a try. They're .5 oz EL like the red Ultra II but same construction as the other Miken seniors. ... More

CLASSIC BATS
March 24, 2018 - The bats were made by Troy Brumbalow. He had a little bat company that he was selling the bats out of his garage. The bat itself was made by Bombat ... More

Dead ball ground rule double situation.
March 28, 2018 - SSUSA has hit and sit with no requirement to touch 1st base.. there is no exception in the rule for a runner who jogs around the bases.. it's a dead ... More

Lookin in Bama or Tn
March 19, 2018 - Looking for an opportunity55 yr old utility player looking for a tourny team. Dependable, good team player. Can travel and will always show up. Hit ... More

Looking to join a 50 or 55 team
March 20, 2018 - Ms. Lady.. We are a new team looking for players... We are located in NC but will be coming to valdosta GA... 704 320 1293..calvin More

Spinal Fusion & Softball
March 15, 2018 - You can...look at Tiger Woods, he had spinal fusion and he plays golf afterwards... More

miken Freak Black ASA maxload 2016
March 16, 2018 - ...to add onto Alan's comments, I hit a Miken Freak ASA with .44 balls and cracked the bat after 120 swings...sure, the ball flew but it only lasts ... More

Bullhead Last Week?
March 10, 2018 - I forgot to mention....22 hours of down time between games 2 & 3....27 yes...27 hours of down time between games 4 & 5...Way too much down time..This ... More

Looking to play in the SOUTHWEST CHAMPIONSHIPS...
March 6, 2018 - Any 50 or 55 team looking for a warm body for the Vegas tournament.Played last year with Bud Light Guam (40 AAA), KM Sportz 50 (Major), and Cal ... More

Why so late
March 9, 2018 - Dave and Tim want to apologize for opening that can of worms..My Bad!Tim, see you in Polk county. More

2018 bats suggestion
March 3, 2018 - First ask your wife what it is that would make her happy.....for under a 1,000 dollars. If she is the "oh anything honey" type...take control or the ... More

pitcher getting hit
March 4, 2018 - Fleck you are correct not enough umpires enforce this.. that is why during the pre-game meeting the HP umpire should stress that it will be ... More

Starting a new 65 AAA tournament team in North Texas
March 1, 2018 - Starting a new tournament team in Dallas and looking for a few players... if your are interested send an email to dittodum@gmail.com and I will get ... More

Tri18 New Dudley's
Feb. 28, 2018 - Waiting on some reviews on the new Dudley's....what do you have. Looking at the 12" end load.Are they last years repaint ? More

Are you serious.
Feb. 28, 2018 - Dave, I took my sailboat out today and did enjoy the ride. I did not mean to open the discussion for altered bats. So please forgive me if these ... More

Team 1 Sports Spring Camp
Feb. 26, 2018 - Agree 100%...this also was my 4th spring camp and every time I come away with something different...Alan and the guys are so knowledgeable and there ... More

Is it time for Full Time Screen?
Feb. 24, 2018 - over the winter I have been involved I a lot of BP sessions and just finally got outside to play some softball.....I have come to the conclusion that ... More

WOULD YOU QUIT PLAYING?
Feb. 24, 2018 - ATTORNEYS.... Associations and municipalities and association sanction fees all carry insurance. Along with the waivers signed by all players ... More

When runners are entitled to advance
Feb. 20, 2018 - k man.. yes.. USSSA rules are different than SSUSA More

PA 50 AAA Team Seeking Players
May 6, 2018 - we are in the Lebanon Lancaster area looking also for players....maybe we can join forces More

Birmingham tourney, March 3
Feb. 26, 2018 - JIM- what price? wish you would have told us that before I bought my Trump Rocks.....may still need some more, so I will look you up. More

al paez
Feb. 16, 2018 - looking to play in st,george March 20, on a 70s AA or AAA doftball team..I play pitcher 1st base or 3rd base,,average hitter,,team player ,,call me ... More

TOC LAST WEEKEND
Feb. 18, 2018 - I was disappointed in the fact that on Thursday of the skills competition,I tried to get an XL jersey and was told they were all.sold out,but would ... More

Ratings
Feb. 22, 2018 - Okay I'm the manager of the Az Ancients and just to set the record straight SSUSA sent me the email of why we got bumped to Major+. They said it was ... More

And so it begins....
Feb. 14, 2018 - ... and so it begins... More

Safety of the Game
Feb. 12, 2018 - Damn Vinny now people will think we aren't best friends. Haha. You know me not complaining but basically proving a point through colorful ... More

Today's "super" bats
Feb. 10, 2018 - Kinda funny that this topic comes around n nothing changes! None of of these new (good) bats would pass a SAFE compression test! Even my OG Combats ... More

Lookin in Bama
Feb. 8, 2018 - 55 yr old utility player looking for a tourny team. Dependable, good team player. Can travel and will always show up. Hit for avg and can play all ... More

Vegas tournament 2/17-2/19
Feb. 9, 2018 - Gonedeep - 2 complexes but 14 possible fields..... still you would think at the least a list of teams would have been published by now.... More

TOC weather forecast
Feb. 7, 2018 - We don't alter schedules and/or panic based on a very mild weather forecast ... All "play/no-play" decisions are made at the fields of play at game ... More

desertlady 00 vs 1-1 count
Feb. 4, 2018 - OZ40 ... We stand by the complete accuracy of our comment ... "..the 2018 changes made to go to the "1-1" count, with a courtesy foul, were ONLY for ... More

Spot the Major + player
Feb. 1, 2018 - OZ when you are a major + team and have to give 5 and hit less homers... you can only score 5 instead of 7 it is not easy to win....A Good Major team ... More

What are Dave Velasquez Top 5 Senior Bats
Jan. 30, 2018 - Guess these are 2017 bats....so now the new Dudley Lift balanced is now #1?Looking forward to the endload review. Also that 25oz seems too ... More

TIE BREAKER FORMAT - LEAST RUNS ALLOWED
Jan. 29, 2018 - Do the 5 runs a AAA team gives to a AA team count as far as least runs allowed?? Thanks.......... More

What Became of 30+ Ounce Bats?
Jan. 24, 2018 - Just curious...Why are bats weighing more than 30 ounces no longer available? The last 32 ounce bat I can remember was made of aluminum. I ... More

1 and 1 with courtesy foul new rule for younger guys
Jan. 29, 2018 - rtaven got to ask how does 1-1 no foul(With a foul pasted not no foul) help weaker hitters...the reason more runs score and people have to wear ... More

Critical read on utilizing engineering & physics while selecting your new senior bat
Jan. 23, 2018 - Hello Everyone,I thought I would share a few insights with you concerning the critical components of engineering and physics involved in selecting ... More

Senior softball in Ft. Worth texas
Jan. 22, 2018 - Hi looking for a senior team to join. Any leads are appreciated Thanks.. Don More

U-Trip
Jan. 27, 2018 - I'm probably hanging it up for umpiring. TMax tried to get me to come up to your park but its too long a drive. ISP is 5 miles and I don't want to go ... More

Drum Roll thread closed ?
Jan. 18, 2018 - i don't see it as time saving with a 1-1 count...but lets help the pitcher out.....you say why....hey look at all the advantages the hitter has now a ... More

Thoughts on new Courtesy Runner rule
Jan. 16, 2018 - I like the new Courtesy Runner rule. It should help keep the game moving along and add a different strategy. The way my mind works I am thinking of ... More

WOMEN (2) LOOKING FOR 65+ TRAVEL TEAM
Jan. 18, 2018 - Are you two still playing? I am short 2 players in beautiful WARM AND DRY Palm Springs. 1/27-1/28. Fusion 65+ but 64 is allowed for this ... More

Playing in different classes
Jan. 13, 2018 - bkb555 ... A player may not play on two differently rated teams in the same age group in the same tournament, or even be on both rosters ... More

New 2018 Melee Reloaded
Jan. 13, 2018 - cyborg...I agree with your statement, the lightest weight bat HAS to have the most end load.....that is assuming that ALL the end caps are weighted ... More

Plantar Fasciitis
Jan. 11, 2018 - Stretch...always wear shoes with orthodics...Stretch...minimize walking around with no shoes...stretch.Seriously, I battled for a season and a ... More

"team "player
Jan. 11, 2018 - Great answer there swing for the fences....Dug out attitude is huge to me. I can put up with a lot of things, but I choose not to at this age and ... More

50+ Pitcher, 3B and/or 1B looking to join a team in OKC area beginning May 2018
Jan. 10, 2018 - Hello gents, currently living and playing ball in Japan. Will be returning to OKC in May 2018. Played on several military service teams, including ... More

Drum Roll...the Starting Count decision results.
Jan. 10, 2018 - 40 tripleA =s a lot of sub 600 hitters... innings go quickly! try the major or major plus division.. a bit different I bet! More

Austin 70's team looking for 2 players..
Jan. 8, 2018 - AAA team from Austin Texas.. Competitive!! More

ASA 44-375 Balls
Jan. 11, 2018 - I know that here we have city park and rec folks setting our rules. And since the leagues are on our city parks and rec fields, we. Have to,go,by ... More

1-1 or 0-0 Count
Jan. 4, 2018 - 1-1 speeds up games...most have played this way for 15 years ..we go back to full count in senior ball only ...Time to make it 1-1 in senior ball..We ... More

Ryan Harvey Tee Hitting & Hitting Tips Swing Makeover #66
Dec. 30, 2017 - We promote a level to slightly up swing plane with a straight line a to b..bathead path..never an uppercut. That is what we see in the majority of ... More

Is there going to be a regular "16th Annual BHC Senior Softball Tourney" in March, 2018?
Dec. 29, 2017 - Enjoyed last year's 15th Annual BHC Senior Softball Tourney. Wondering if BHC is going to put one the 16th Annual in March. BHC rules... More

Willie Bourda
Dec. 24, 2017 - A Long time Friend and Softball Player for 43 Years,has Passed away. Willie Bourda Served 20+ years in the United States Army with tours in South ... More

SURVEY RESULTS
Dec. 20, 2017 - Let the chips fall where they may, after all, if the voting results are not as expected the other side can always blame the Russians.. :-) More

Defense
Dec. 19, 2017 - Defense won use more torneys the last 3 years than offense..(team usa 50m+) turning double plays and making the routine plays win torneys ...That ... More

Player Ejection
Dec. 15, 2017 - even for league play it's usually the same as Dave described above...every ejection is looked at by a Division board and then minimum of 1 game and ... More

Batting Practice Balls-- Evil BP balls (orange/white) vs Tattoo NX3 Balls (green/yellow)
Dec. 14, 2017 - we use the NX3 now for our asa mens league and senior league now(supply your own ball asa park 52 ball only).....we have had no prol what so ever ... More

survey
Dec. 14, 2017 - And in other words...just trying to get more game action in the amount of time we're given to play. The 1-1 count will do this! More

morning sunrise
Dec. 12, 2017 - no suspension of play if sun is in the batters eyes...below is the rule...6.16 • WIND OR SUN AFFECTING BOTH PITCHERSIn significantly windy ... More

Results of the SCSSA 7th annual Toys for Kids Tournament
Dec. 8, 2017 - December 2-3 BLD Perris CABefore I start I want to thank all the people involved in putting on this tournament. My staff... Tom, Rodney and all the ... More

rotator cuff surgery re attachment of the supraspinatus
Dec. 9, 2017 - completely tore my left rotator (non-throwing arm)and was swinging a bat after about 3 months..after second surgery (feb 98)...didn't wear my wrap ... More

2018 Rosters
Dec. 6, 2017 - Tim &Gray Hitter, Dave spelled it out... SSUSA doesn't want to get involved in rooster disputes... this means two things... the Manager has the ... More

New Miken Senior line for 2018
Jan. 16, 2018 - Fair observation guys so let me give you a little More detail to help you understand where I’m coming from. Last years bats were so good I was ... More

Retirement
Nov. 30, 2017 - Mahalo Sparky! Wish our paths had crossed earlier in life! God bless You n the Mrs....enjoy your moments together. Aloha, Fabe More

St George
Dec. 5, 2017 - St. George and Vegas 1 month apart.. Vegas wins... More

Bone On Bone
Dec. 9, 2017 - well good luck gary....hope everything turns out good for ya......see ya in 6 months.... More

Looking for "Legit" Senior 50+ players
Nov. 26, 2017 - Sorry azmackyI already play on the best 50 major plus team in the country with a great sponsor and 15 other "legit" players..And next nov I get to go ... More

Nor Cal Warriors move to 55 plus
Nov. 21, 2017 - Looks like the Warriors are moving up. That leaves(5)50 plus guys looking for teams for the 2018 season. It was a good run in 2017 Warriors,See you ... More

WORTH WICKED REVIEW
Nov. 24, 2017 - Just a clarification...the last sentence in my post is "sarcastic humor". I hold Alan in the highest regard and will continue to trust his judgement ... More

Winter Worlds Men's 50 AAA final results
Nov. 22, 2017 - VinnyCongrats on your championship. Welcome to major plus....... More

1 and 1 count
Nov. 15, 2017 - or how about having your pitcher throw more 1st pitch strikes...I dont know how many games I work where the pitcher goes 3 and o before he then ... More

The "ROCK SOFTBALL"
Nov. 17, 2017 - Read between the lines....Rock is and always be a Las Vegas ball, until the contract with the LVSSA expires. IMO if there were Stote balls in the ... More

Teams looking for 60 and 65 year olds to play
Nov. 15, 2017 - Thank you to the many responders to this call for players.. first the team formerly known as RDG Chattanooga has a new name: Southern Thunder 60s 3A ... More

Trump Softball
Nov. 14, 2017 - What is so different about Alan Tanners ball? If it is the 44/375 are they not the same ball? Just curious. I myself like to hit the X-Rock in ... More

HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!!
Nov. 10, 2017 - SEMPER FI..... Happy 242nd Birthday to the United States Marine Corp...to ALL Marines..and to the Marines that plays this kids game... Hooo-Rah ... More

SSUSA thank you
Nov. 9, 2017 - Vinny...even tho Mesquite is small...you are gonna like it better there. Not sure you can drink in St George past 9:00 in the evening. Just sayin ... More

Coming soon to a Senior tournament near you
Nov. 7, 2017 - Click on red "LEAGUE" and click on green where Michigan is, and you will find several senior leagues in your state which I am pretty sure of many ... More

Interference call on double play
Nov. 6, 2017 - this has been discussed in the past and you wont find any EFFECT on an interference call in the SSUSA rule book... there is no automatic penalty or ... More

ILLINOIS 50's team looking for players for 2018
Nov. 2, 2017 - rob1 - team is made up of mostly chicagoland players with a few bordered state players...yes, the team plans to play in 8 to 10 tourneys including ... More

Is there any limit to the number of walks per inning allowed?
Oct. 30, 2017 - we have a rule you can walk a batter 1 time then after that there is no penalty for a walk if the pitcher throws a strike to the batter... if no ... More

Appeal From Vegas
Oct. 30, 2017 - Glad to see teams using the appeal process...if we don't agree the only other is to play somewhere else. Know that "the grass is not always greener ... More

Winter Worlds
Oct. 29, 2017 - Thanks Dave...I believe Scrap Iron High Octane is also playing in the 60's...Just not listed yet. More

looking to play Phoenix in November
Oct. 24, 2017 - Looking to play in Phoenix in November for winter worlds. My team is not going. Outfielder, excellent speed...909-238-3837...Thanks... More

Looking to play & travel some
Oct. 22, 2017 - I’m in Dallas....will to travel some...turning 55in FebCan play infield or outfield...I like to win More

40 tourneys
Oct. 20, 2017 - So I'm looking for tourneys to play but I'm not finding anything remotely close to Minnesota.. Can someone get me some info on tourneys.. Can't just ... More

60 AAA team in Georgia looking for players
Oct. 17, 2017 - We are a 60 AAA team mostly out of Atlanta and due to some players moving up to 65, we are in need of a couple players. Team name is Seasoned ... More

Need a couple 60+ players for Birmingham October 28th
Oct. 13, 2017 - preferably middle IF or OFJim 205 873 43181 day only tourney (Saturday), 3 game minimum, free for this team's players..... More

2018 Tournaments
Oct. 11, 2017 - Reprint from just a bit further down the page ..."..The 2018 Season Tournament Schedule should be released sometime in mid-December ... This is the ... More

40 major plus.. Injured pitcher
Oct. 9, 2017 - Just wondering if the pitcher that got hit in the mask is doing ok.. I heard it was a hard hit More

The Rock.
Oct. 10, 2017 - Jon44 ...1. [Is SSUSA] Are we contractually obligated to use the Stote for all tourneys outside of Vegas? • YES2. Is it something ... More

Is it fair?
Oct. 6, 2017 - If we have divisions to promote good competition and fairness, Why would you allow a loaded team of plus players into a lower division?This is not a ... More

So Cal player looking for 50 major team
Oct. 20, 2017 - i did wrong post here for you 50s....lol More

Huntsman Senior games
Oct. 5, 2017 - Hey creins..my numbers posted..Call me! More

2017 SSUSA Senior Masters
Oct. 6, 2017 - I will be hitting in batting practice today.. I will compare it to the gamer bats I have which are Dudleys.. The Wicked is in the wrapper so I will ... More

Russell Road Rec Complex
Oct. 3, 2017 - Total dump.....sensible theory prevailed my ass..pick a better site.being told if you don't like the portable bathroom you can use the one at the ... More

Any results yet for the 50 major?
Oct. 3, 2017 - You got that right Richie...thunderstruck got rerated twice in 4 months and used every excuse to do so. then show up with major plus players (7) and ... More

Infield fly interpretation
Sept. 28, 2017 - you cant base it on just sun/wind... if the fielder gets to the ball and can make the catch with reasonable effort then IF Rule should be called... ... More

change tie breakers.. lets hear your thoughts
Sept. 27, 2017 - I think the tie breaker format needs to be changed.The first tie breaker should be run differential, not runs allowed.I teams that goes 1-1 with ... More

Need player for Vegas...
Sept. 27, 2017 - Lost a player now down to 11, Need 1 player for 50AAA, Vegas this weekend... team coming from Canada, so need a player from the appropriate zone. Any ... More

Schedule for 40's World
Oct. 4, 2017 - Vinny...I knew you had skills...I just didn't know that math was one of them. Hope you guys do well Kid! I will see you at one of the next local ... More

Bad experience for a Class Tournament - Worlds
Sept. 30, 2017 - runner is OUT...no different than touching home plate instead of crossing line....if that was OUR team, we would be livid that OUR guy did something ... More

55 AAA results
Sept. 24, 2017 - Sunday began with 4 unbeaten teams and 8 with a lossUNBEATENMichael'sNever Say NeverTMSOld Stars1 LOSS TEAMSAZ ScorpionsTN ConnectionTX HeatJus E ... More

Pitching machine
Oct. 9, 2017 - After 2 solid weeks of Hitting, the Nkue Flame is a resounding success....we have had 15 different hitters use it and all said how great it is to ... More

Rest In Peace Elby Bushong
Sept. 14, 2017 - Elby was a man's man... a player's player... a fireman's firemen... a friend's friend... he was all of these things and many more.I first played ... More

effect of interference call by umpire
Sept. 11, 2017 - stick..lol... I do believe it, read my post above... I teach this mechanic in my umpire clinics...that is why MOVEMENT and POSITIONING is so ... More

Alaska Players Looking for a Team
Aug. 28, 2017 - Guess I should have said that we are ladies... well, women anyway! More

Interference/Obstruction During a Run Down
Nov. 5, 2017 - Stick.. 2 things.. no he is not out and 2nd the call would not be interference if it was on the 1st baseman, the call would be obstruction... as with ... More

SSUSA Lansing, Michigan Northern Championships
Aug. 23, 2017 - This past weekend I went up to Lansing, Michigan to work the Northern Championships. Had a real good time watching some good Senior ball games. ... More

Players with the same number on a team
Aug. 30, 2017 - here's what can happen using dup #'s.......person can run twice in an inning (not for himself)....batting order can be changed(same number..diff ... More

NEW ! Worth Wicked Senior bat
Aug. 25, 2017 - Benji,You tell Ronnie 😏That we will compare notes in Vegas. Look forward to seeing all of you guys in Vegas! By the way there is an actual ... More

message board standard for all
Aug. 22, 2017 - I will help you out Vinny my brother.Personally I'm not a fan of anonymous posts, but I realize some people are thin skinned and afraid. It is what ... More

Evil B.P. 52+ Softballs
Aug. 22, 2017 - hail/kirk......the ball was invented by kevin.......buggs had nothing to do with it.....he can yell and talk crap all he wants....but he did not ... More

Vegas umpires
Aug. 19, 2017 - got to love how batters whine and bitch about them having to be in the batters box on a ball that is thrown 10-15 mph......what ya want next a tee to ... More

MY TEAM IS NOT GOING TO VEGAS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Aug. 17, 2017 - DOAK THOMAS 70 YRS OLD DECENT PLAYER LOOKING FOR A TEAM THAT NEEDS PLAYERS FOR VEGAS...CAN PLAY MOST POSITIONS INCUDING PITCHER...HAVE BEEN ON 70'S ... More

Jose Moreno's Bat challenge
Jan. 21, 2018 - I have always liked the idea of the bats tested and put in barrell.sad to say that it's not only the bats being altered..it's the balls being ... More

Looking for a Senior League Rule
Aug. 15, 2017 - we had the same problem in our top division rec league..we wrote up what we called the protected batter rule... who ever was chosen in your line up ... More

1st basemens mitt
Aug. 12, 2017 - softball we can use whatever glove/mitt we want at any position....been changed for a couple of yrs now.....not so sure of the young guys....but do ... More

POSTING ALL SCORES IN 2017
Aug. 8, 2017 - TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: THIS IS RIDICULOUS THAT IN 2017 WITH AN ORGANIZATION WHICH IS SO BIG AND GROWING EVERY DAY WE CANT GET SCORES !!! SO HERE ... More

Eastern National Results
Aug. 9, 2017 - Dave, The EASTERN NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS scores for the brackets and the playoffs are still not posted.... which is some three days after the ... More

MONEY
Aug. 7, 2017 - Actually Curveball, I think he does have the right to certain financial information. According to this disclosure (see below), which you can find ... More

Need a ruling
Aug. 6, 2017 - there is no 1 ruling on a play like this... and its exactly why you need ground rules... I've seen it called different ways... HR, ground rule ... More

Dudley bat question
Dec. 18, 2017 - Ah...new dudley 2018 bat has same grip technology as previous years...what I think the difference is the thickness of material, hence no need to ... More

Outcome of GSC
Aug. 8, 2017 - Yeah, I got that Bruce...When I said "they don't deserve any peace or forgiveness" I was talking about the "perpetrators"!! Saturday it is....hope ... More

shaved bats
Aug. 6, 2017 - Bballer.Any well broken in bat will fail the compression test.This doesn't mean that the bat is shaved. I would bet that some senior bats would fail ... More

Western results
July 31, 2017 - Stupid fat thumbs...."competing" More

Warm up bat swing
Aug. 1, 2017 - I find the same thing with a host of injuries at 63. The first 10 swings are downright painful to be sure and not good swings. I drilled a hole in ... More

Courtesy runners
July 27, 2017 - hey dave/staff......you also run for your at bats...plus run one time as a cr right.....techn'ly..he could run 10-12 times a game (per a 7 inning ... More

mIken border bat
July 28, 2017 - Many senior leagues and regular leagues are going to the ball for safety reasons. I should be in Ft. Meyers in the fall after Vegas....AlanTeam 1 ... More

8.6 - Avoiding Collisions
July 25, 2017 - kjones.. not seeing the play it's hard to call but you have to realize that sometimes you have incidental contact with both the runner and the ... More

Older Miken U2
July 21, 2017 - The smooth end cap and date stamp on this could very well be one of the early U2 bats that were said to be the original Ultra redone as U2s... Enjoy ... More

Carey Hall
July 18, 2017 - sorry to hear this....our coach told me yesterday he had passed.....carey was a great guy....... More

Calling time out
July 18, 2017 - Jersey , I assume you are doing a 2 man system... as a base umpire you should not be calling the time outs... when I'm working HP I tell my partner ... More

aggieland classic-college station,tx
July 16, 2017 - anyone have any info.......starts thur and have not heard who is playing..... let alone game times...... More

Equalizers
July 15, 2017 - do a draft of all players...divide them by age and ability for drafting......maybe 3 tier....."A" for tourney level...."B" for your good rec ... More

You make the call!
July 12, 2017 - What about this one. Actually happened to me at Roanoke. Ball pitched hits about six inches or more in front of the plate...I don't mean to swing ... More

Quick Bat Question
July 31, 2017 - they only uncertified these bats to make money on new bats...most asa only bats are hotter but these bats are so durable people use them for years ... More

Results of the SCSSA Beach Bash 17
July 13, 2017 - The Core is a team that has competed at the major level with very solid defense, decent base hitting and good team chemistry. To understand that we ... More

Quad-State Shootout (July 15-16)
July 9, 2017 - I sent the full, detailed schedules to the managers tonight. For those players that are more concerned with start times and what time they need to ... More

NORTHEAST CHAMPIONSHIPS SESSION 1 RESULTS
July 10, 2017 - our team Custom Logo from Syracuse played in the finals of the 50AAA and we came upon a very silly situation....we were the winners of the losers ... More

55 yr old very good player
July 5, 2017 - Hey Zeets...this is Mike Terry (Papa T). We may be in need on our 50AAA team. You can give me a call at 480-220-6205 or email me at ... More

Is the rule implying "a runner cannot leave the base until after the ball is batted" fully enforced in SSUSA sanctioned/sponsored games?
June 27, 2017 - Turbobob... it is up to your league officers to make sure rules are enforced... many leagues use SSUSA rules but then have their own specific hybrid ... More

What Softball Hitting Training Devices Do You Use?
June 28, 2017 - I've tried working with "Bogies" hitting devices... More

Rotator Cuff Surgery or not?
June 24, 2017 - Need some help or more accurately some personal experience with the operation. Fell off of my bicycle on wet railroad tracks and sustained a rotator ... More

How best to position11 defensive players?
June 25, 2017 - I think your 11th player should be sitting next to the coach on the bench with his batting gloves on waiting to hit.................Softball was ... More

Collision at 1st Base
July 15, 2017 - the rule is that depending on your base length 65' or 70' there should be a parallel line when the runner reaches 1/2 way to the bag which extends to ... More

62 yr old. Looking to join a team.
June 19, 2017 - according to his details..it is HUNTLEY, ILLHo More

Overthrow on tag up
June 15, 2017 - 1. When the first throw is made by an infielder, two bases shall be awarded. The award shall be governed by the position of each runner at the time ... More

Line drive hits base
June 15, 2017 - in MLB home plate is located in fair territory ..in senior softball the back 1/2 of the strike mat actually extends past the fair/foul lines...I ... More

VA. / MD. 50+ LOOKING FOR SS
June 11, 2017 - THANKS FOR POSTING , FELLAS....NEXT EVENT IS 3 DAYS : JUNE 23,24,25 IN SALEM VA. SENIOR WORLD CUP....HAVE ABOUT 4 OTHERS AFTER THAT....FEEL FREE TO ... More

GILA MONSTER CLASSIC
June 6, 2017 - Just wanted to give a shout out to Ron Parra, Lorinda, and the rest of the staff for a very well run tourney this past weekend in Silver City, NM. ... More

CT MASTERS UPDATES
June 4, 2017 - FINAL STANDINGS....60 MAJOR 1) Hannington’s2) Deep Purple60 AAA1) Talaga Construction2) Cape Cod Mariners60 AA1) Syracuse Cyclones2) Diamond ... More

DARK CLOUDS IN 65 MAJOR PLUS
June 2, 2017 - Anyone familiar with the 65 Major Plus division for the past 3 years knows the name Timberworks (formerly 15 Hitmen.) The current reigning Wor ... More

An unspoken courtsey gesture...
June 1, 2017 - As witnessed by an umpire in last night's adult slow pitch leagues...Two veteran pitchers, long time friends and occasional team mates, face each ... More

Oil City
May 29, 2017 - Did anyone have issued with Wyndham hotel...first room vomit on bed...2nd room...bugs are my wife up...staff did not want to see bugs..now we cannot ... More

Milwaukee Classic Rain out disaster
May 23, 2017 - I don't think our team,all in 60's, feel ripped off but believe the director dropped the ball on even thinking after a all day rain on Saturday, and ... More

2017 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
May 23, 2017 - Ed,After this past weekend in Cathedral City, you picked the perfect time to bring up the topic of night games. For those of you not present, a ... More

Umpire Got It Wrong - Loudoun VA
May 25, 2017 - swing and rip the ball down the line...the next at bat they take an outside pitch and punch or 1/2 swing to the opposite field...in both cases in my ... More

Heart of Texas & State Tournament El Paso
Feb. 2, 2018 - Keith is still the director.No place in Houston to have it.Unless Baytown. They will not give up league play.You have to be off fields by 5 ... More

WHAT IS WRONG WITH SENIOR BALL!!!!
May 22, 2017 - TO paco13 I agree ...playing friday am practice/seed in games is very hard on 50s and 55..We started with 9 players ...Missing a day of work for this ... More

team times for georgetown,tx...heart of texas tourney..
May 16, 2017 - what is wrong with this director.....tues and we don't have game times for thiur start in the 65's.....but again what can you expect from this ... More

Lower back problems
May 17, 2017 - Thanks to all that responded, Will try to find a sports ortho. doctor that will not tell me to stay home and play with the grand ... More

New to Houston
May 11, 2017 - I just moved to Houston, looking to join a over 40 team. It has been roughly 6 months since I have played (due to relocation). I can pitch, play 1st ... More

49.7 years old outfielder, infielder, pitcher.
May 11, 2017 - thanks..... dont have that but making sure i understood. More

Lights Out 55AA
May 8, 2017 - Can someone please tell me why Lights Out 55AA has not been rerated to 55AAA...they are allowed to play in 55AAA brackets,take the 5 runs that the ... More

Vegas Info Help
May 8, 2017 - For those of us who do mind cig smoke... AZ Charlie's has ALWAYS been one of the smokiest casinos in LV... this was true of both the Decatur and the ... More

Best lower back support for slowpitch softball
May 7, 2017 - Davey Reed wears a support and kills the ball. Check which one he wears.. More

Prayers needed
May 6, 2017 - Sorry to hear this...Played with Mike. Big time positive wishes to his family.George R. More

Looking to start Chicago Style 16" No Glove softball in Southern Arizona
May 3, 2017 - Boro, 16" softball brings back fond memories. At the college my wife worked at, the intramural sport of softball was all 16"-glove-optional. Knowing ... More

Playing in different Divisions...
May 2, 2017 - Can someone please clarify for me; if you play for say a 55 Major team, and want to play for a 55 AAA team on a weekend that the Major team isn't ... More

Roaster
May 2, 2017 - To help answer your question greyhitter...I'll use me as an example..I'm a player/Mgr out of a team in miami. I sent my 55 majors roster not roaster ... More

50- 55 major out of Arkansas/Florida
May 7, 2017 - balco, are you the same balco that hits at woodlawn hitting club? I noticed Dave North mentions a balco from Arkansas on the facebook site so it made ... More

Umpires- Pitching Rules
May 4, 2017 - OldCorps...Chest high and inside and you know the rest...BOOM. How are you doing, Sir? Good to know that is 10' now I can find something to ... More

Rock Ball in Vegas
April 25, 2017 - Webbie, is right the ball had a lot of action on it. (would hate to be an outfielder) But we won the 65 major plus and in our bracket no one hit ... More

senior bat
April 23, 2017 - http://downloads.asasoftball.com/about/pdf/2014SeniorBatletter.pdfthis says you can use senior bats in asa when playing senior ball.....i know we ... More

Home plate mat dimensions
April 22, 2017 - Got tired of waiting for the rules to load up on ssusa and spa sites.....I know one of you die hards know the dimensions of the home plate mat, for ... More

Pro Swing Comparisons: Greg Connell vs Andrew Collins..slomotion and interview
April 19, 2017 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awqu_cdrn_A some nice footage in high speed slow motion comparing and showing in detail how the best in the world ... More

Pitchers Chest Protection
April 12, 2017 - DOWNS & JETHRO...Received it today & have tried it on & have been swinging a bat. I am going to wear it tonight in my local league game & see how it ... More

Tournament seeding
April 12, 2017 - Dave, you gave in too soon! When I saw some preference given to the manager with the highest zip code...and being a California team with zip codes in ... More

First Base glove
April 7, 2017 - not in SSUSA...only 1st baseman and catchers...I know in ASA they allow it More

win loss records next to our ratings
April 7, 2017 - Sorry Dave I feel again SSUSA I has dropped the ball on the ratings issue ! I can only speak for the team I play on and no others but it is very ... More

Team in West Chester PA looking for high quality experienced players. 50+
April 17, 2017 - Are you still looking for players...play 1st. Been playing competitive ball for years in PA and Delaware More

Spring Tourney-- Saint George Outfield Conditions
April 3, 2017 - I noticed the band of grass in the outfield and your right about 2-3 inches higher... It did seem to cause an illusion when tracking down short fly ... More

You make the call
March 31, 2017 - Stick 8's scenario could be handled a few ways....the way Stick worded it that the bats were LINED UP outside the dugout...if they were in the ... More

Brickyard Tournament Indianapolis
May 5, 2017 - SSUSA Staff...you need to update the 50's brackets and game times... More

Ball Exit Speed Testing and top Pro Speed Demos..Swing Makeover #52
March 27, 2017 - An interesting look at our first attempts this winter to use ball exit speed testing to see improvements made on line drive exit speed and homeruns ... More

Personal note to Gorilla Boy
March 28, 2017 - Mike is awesome!!!I've had opportunity to play with him "a little bit" here in Cleveland, and have bought several bats from him in the past, & more ... More

Bats and balls allowed for ASA and USSSA tournaments
March 27, 2017 - I totally agree with Fred S.. in ASA you can't go wrong with those bats. In senior bats allowed tourneys..the Miken Big cat orange!! More

SPRING NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 2017 palm springs
March 20, 2017 - Shout out to Double D Donnie the director. Once again he was kind and surprisingly funny to the players. He is a class act and love dealing with ... More

trump rocks
March 19, 2017 - Make America Great Again....YES...Trump..Rocks! More

What is the only situation where, after the play is over that a "do over" or "mulligan" can be implemented? (at least that I'm aware of)
March 20, 2017 - This ISN'T in any rulebook, but it happened..There was an illegal substitution and was told to the umpire after the batter makes and out to that ... More

Get rid of Major +
March 17, 2017 - oops...is IT a good or bad idea? ThanksPaco 06 More

Softball Burnout
March 17, 2017 - Just wondering if anyone can give me some words of wisdom about getting past this feeling of Senior Softball burnout!!Last year ended up not being ... More

Game Times
March 18, 2017 - Dave, Just wanted to say mahalo for all U, Fran n the staff do! Not easy to run a nation wide organization...hope to see U soon! Sorry I missed U ... More

Two bases from release of throw or one base from the base last touched
March 18, 2017 - Randall...3rd base... since the batter/runner had not yet reached 1st before the throw the award is 2 bases... and you use the position of each ... More

Looking for a Team
March 16, 2017 - I play at Best Friend of Jimmy Carter Blvd.....we play on mon/wed nites....but we play 2 games..sorta makes it worth travelling that far... Starts ... More

INTERFERENCE PENALTY
March 14, 2017 - SSUSA... scenario... bases loaded no outs... a ground ball hit to the SS who throws to 2nd for an out...the runner going into 2nd interferes with the ... More

Vero Spring Training recap
March 13, 2017 - Just returned from what I felt was the best camp that we have ever been able to run. With the addition of personal video spots, a coaching, hitting ... More

40s spring world championships
March 14, 2017 - Thanks Dave just hope 5 teams dont go 4 and 0 that would suck for 1 team to go home being undefeated lolWill the firefighters be selling ... More

shoes
March 13, 2017 - why cant we edit spelling listakes......lol More

trump rocks
March 13, 2017 - Yes.. TRUMP ROCKS! More

2017 LVSSA/SSUSA SOUTHWEST CHAMPIONSHIPS
March 13, 2017 - booked the monte carlo for 250 ish for 3 nights.. thur fri and sat... fyi More

Surgery
March 9, 2017 - Need to get what is called a turp procedure due to a prostrate issue. Doctor tells me I will be fine in a month and good to go for softball May ... More

Biz Azz Uzual
Feb. 28, 2017 - Well here we go again...the first big tourney is on the horizon and now, suddenly, ya can't use the very bats you quite possibly have been using for ... More

AZ MILITARY VETERAN TEAM LOOKING FOR A COUPLE PLAYERS FOR MARCH 4/5 TOURNEY AND THEN SPRING WORLDS
Feb. 24, 2017 - 4 The Fallen looking for a couple of utility players for Mar 4/5 tourney here in Phoenix and Spring Worlds....We are a 50 Major team and the injury ... More

rocky mountain championships
Feb. 24, 2017 - So its safe to say there are eitherno 40s teams on here going to this event orno 40s team has planned that far in advance.So let me ask the 50s &60s ... More

Staying behind the pitching screen
Feb. 22, 2017 - SSUSA tour. play does not use pitching screens....they are normally used in league play with local rules...in the leagues that I have seen use them ... More

Additional Stats to Track-SF Giants (K Tomlinson)
Feb. 20, 2017 - Those are horrible softball stats..I would cut him ;-) More

TOC 2017
Feb. 16, 2017 - I just wanted to give my two cents on the 2017 TOC recently completed last week. In my opinion, the TOC is built up to be this elite tournament, ... More

REPAIRING BROKEN BATS
Feb. 17, 2017 - Not for nuthin,But that sounds a lot like the definition of a shaved bat.Two or three "insiders" have volunteered that durable bats like the Dudley ... More

NORTHEAST STORM
Feb. 8, 2017 - Due to the impending Nor-Easter approaching the East Coast on Thurs Feb 9th, will SSUSA make any concessions to teams that have problems with their ... More

TOC Accommodations Inquiry
Feb. 5, 2017 - hey ed try this..... ... More

All you rule experts: Need your input..
Feb. 5, 2017 - STICK...it was a 2016 USSSA book...and the rule you posted was of a runner hit by a batted ball "while off the bag" ...cuda 65's post was of a runner ... More

play softball in bullhead city/st.george/vegas
Feb. 1, 2017 - I am looking to play softball in Bullhead city/st.george and las vegas..68 years young,play any infield..please call me at 360-739-9898.willing to ... More

Rating Question
Jan. 31, 2017 - I thought the same thing Taits...But he's not allowed to play TOC as a 55 major because he played in those 2 50 major tourneys....I'm confused ... More

Penalty for offensive intereference
Jan. 27, 2017 - usually when I cant find a ruling in the SSUSA book I refer to ASA rule book because it gives a more thorough description of the rules....as I posted ... More

50 year old player
Jan. 24, 2017 - Ironman..... Eurskine Lyons on this end...I coach a 50 Major team out of Atlanta, Looking for a good addition..call me at # 404-867-6421....... ... More

60AAA tourney team needs SS and OF for 2017 season
Jan. 24, 2017 - Yes we will play some midwest tourneys...u are Tubbys Pub and Grub correct? I have seen the place in St Charles...I am in O'Fallon More

Courtesy Runner From Home
Jan. 16, 2017 - I have been searching to see if there is a rule concerning courtesy runners from home. I am recovering from a bad concussion and although I feel ... More

RECLASSIFYING A TEAM/AND OR PLAYERS
Jan. 11, 2017 - I believe you guys(Players) are stuck with your rating.. the only way I heard of, is if you have a medical exception that clearly makes a player much ... More

Senior Spring training in Vero Beach March 10-12
Jan. 12, 2017 - Do you have start / end date & time so we know how to book flights... More

Interference
Jan. 11, 2017 - Texas... great explanation.... I also disagree... the runner did nothing wrong and is exactly where he is supposed to be in the baseline... the ... More

NEW 55 TEAM IN NC LOOKING FOR PLAYERS......
Jan. 7, 2017 - MOVING FROM 50 TO 55, LOOKING FOR SOME GOOD PLAYERS. MAINLY NEED A FEW OUTFIELDERS, BUT GOOD PLAYERS CAN PLAY ABOUT ANYWHERE. GIVE ME A CALL, WE ARE ... More

Taping of bat handle.
Jan. 9, 2017 - Thank you everyone for your replies... More

Looking For Some Feedback
Jan. 9, 2017 - Omar, it helps when guys are honest with themselves...Even Starters! I remember coming back from achilles issue this last year and didn't have my ... More

Brace Leg Drill balances Rotation and Snap..Swing Makeover #47
Dec. 30, 2016 - Ha Bill, thats e key for us.. fighting that onset of senility...my computer between my ears is 99% full..need to upgrade. Whether we are beginners or ... More

Texas info....Not good...Merry Xmas to all over these past years!!
Dec. 23, 2016 - Merry Christmas to all the SSUSA staff.. I'veknown them for over 15yrs. Dave and his staff workreally hard to do the best they can do.. sometimesit ... More

Active retirement communities with senior softball leagues
Dec. 23, 2016 - Green Valley AZ...Just south of Tucson.. Baja Sporting Club is the driving force for senior softball.... every thing you could want to do is right ... More

Staff
Dec. 22, 2016 - Dave I don't think players are necessarily looking for a "hotter" ball but a more consistent ball. When it's cool and the air is dry the Stote ... More

player fees
Dec. 23, 2016 - The way my North Cal Warriors run it...is we all chip in $150 per player... then we get some help by a few sponcers... I wouldn't care if we got the ... More

Triple Play or Not? - Help with call
Dec. 6, 2016 - B.J. REPLY: HAT MAN... ... if the umpire said he didn't see the runner pass the C/L then he has to admit he should have never made the out call... ... More

Scoring of Runs - Question concerning interpretation of Section 5.7
Dec. 9, 2016 - sticks...you are correct about the timing play rule. But lets suppose the runner at first base did tag up after the catch and the ball is thrown out ... More

New Rules
Dec. 5, 2016 - dbax......those are the ASA rules and have been for a couple of yrs now....we've been playing them and no one seems to bitch about....oh we also use ... More

Sun rule
Dec. 1, 2016 - I was in two of these games.... just a few thoughts.. I think it worked better than doing nothing at all, and I think if you wanted to be a little ... More

Trump Rock
Dec. 29, 2016 - and omar..kevin (tattooball)has made the ball better.....its an all weather cover along with the ball being better in play .......aka not a lot of ... More

A Question 4 U Bat/Math Geeks
Nov. 27, 2016 - HiBefore I ask my question, I want you to know that I have worked the problem and got an answer, but I'm not sure I got the CORRECT ANSWER. The last ... More

Why so many shaved senior bats
Nov. 30, 2016 - I will repost what I wrote earlier in the year.... BS..I know for sure, Dudes are shaving bats......I just wrote a 1000 word rant, but after reading ... More

slow pitch slider
Nov. 27, 2016 - sure... i have some pics i took that may help... what i did was draw a bulllseye on the ball as you will see in the pics... then i have my catcher ... More

The 1 day Tourney Movement
Nov. 23, 2016 - Funny story, we have a guy when we first came to 50s that wanted all 1 dayers... he would run for everyone play outfield and never stop running... ... More

Total Knee Replacement
Nov. 16, 2016 - Hey, Mike, maybe this will help-I have been trying to work with Depends for years to create a 'depends with a cup' for senior softball players. Still ... More

injured player
Nov. 5, 2016 - Dave, can I get a ruling on the injured player rulescenario...batter injures himself swinging and fouling off the 1st pitch and is unable to ... More

Some justice served.
Nov. 5, 2016 - Dbax,Bat should never had made certification anyway.JDub,OK, return to C405's or even older ones.... I know you won't though. More

Is it a catch?
Oct. 31, 2016 - It's a catch! The outfielder did not throw his glove but had it knocked off by the fence inadvertently and still caught the ball without it hitting ... More

Running up ????
Oct. 28, 2016 - gary, no its not like girl left handed batters....I see more right handed batters doing it and they do not slap at the ball its a swing...and yes it ... More

rule clarification II
Oct. 26, 2016 - Garocket....I see what you are saying...earlier after I posted my answer here I posted this scenario on a ASA web site to see what the responses ... More

Tournament win.....
Oct. 25, 2016 - IF a team wins a major tournament and gets moved up to the higher classification, do ALL of the players on the team get moved up? And vice versa, if ... More

Miken Ultra II vs Dudley Lightning
Oct. 21, 2016 - Bad news....my Miken Big Cat, end-loaded, which I purchased for $200 in March broke this past week. I hadn't had 500 batted balls. I sent the bat ... More

Pitching screen
Oct. 20, 2016 - These fall apart when hit. It is what it is...a less expensive modelof the BowNet and others. More

Where to get a pitching screen
Oct. 17, 2016 - I have searched high and low for a portable, fold up pitching screen.....our team is looking for the kind that has the snap poles and the netting ... More

Speed up rules
Oct. 27, 2016 - I agree with Bob...I'm not sure it's broke. In my opinion...most of the games are done pretty well and don't have issues with slow play or wasting ... More

Is This Great or oH Oh Yeah It's Great
Oct. 14, 2016 - I love softball. I have played this game since I was 19 years old. So 45 years later....what a rush I read this board and enjoy the back and forth ... More

Current Phoenix (AAA) team looking for a couple of players for our 2017 team
Oct. 13, 2016 - Is the team playing in Anthem this weekend? If so and you need players plz let me know thanks.. Jesse325@aol.com Can play 2B/SS and some OF.... More

Durable Bats
Oct. 13, 2016 - Hail, I will also vouch for the Nightmare.Two full seasons of league and tournament ball and as Doerbaum says, no cracks or rattles....not to mention ... More

Ruling clarification
Oct. 7, 2016 - so if a ump calls time out and then the batter hits one over then fence, it counts towards the HR total?This is same scenario as the dead ball.I ... More

Scoring of runs
Oct. 6, 2016 - whenever there is a situation where the runner/runners are FORCED to advance as in the double play you described.....no run would score.... different ... More

brackets for Las Vegas
Oct. 5, 2016 - Does anyone know where I can get a completed bracket for Las Vegas worlds , mainly the 50 majors....... I checked this board and Macenkos and they ... More

2016 LVSSA/SSUSA WORLD MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIPS
Oct. 5, 2016 - If it were funny I would laugh at all who post about traffic..........I'll just give you this..........Southern California More

65 AA
Sept. 30, 2016 - congrats to the texas rattlers for winning the 65AA divison at las vegas worlds....also congrats to tequillia(2nd) and the dallas spurs (3rd)for a ... More

Fields at Shadow Rock
Sept. 29, 2016 - dave that guys was on drugs......you know that.....LOL...... More

I have changed my mind......
Sept. 26, 2016 - Right! I've never been hit in the face, but I will NEVER pitch without one. (not to mention the protection in certain other areas....) More

Looking scores 60 in Vegas
Sept. 30, 2016 - NYTX, once you get to the page for the Senior Scoreboard you have to click on the blue tab in the middle of the page and register and log in. The ... More

Zytiga/Prednizone
Sept. 23, 2016 - my mom was on prednisone for years to combat COPD....a serious side effect is that it makes bones brittle as we found out later with many micro ... More

A Question For You BAT GEEKS?
Sept. 21, 2016 - You really need to look at the balance point of the bat to get an idea of how truly end loaded the bat is. The length of the barrel, thickness of the ... More

Russell Road Softball Complex & Arroyo Grande Complex
Sept. 21, 2016 - bh21....were teammates..see ya tonite.. More

Dudley Lightning 2
Jan. 11, 2017 - lefty, how can I contact you??? you can reach me at my email on my profile. Thanks.. More

Vegas Bat Display
Sept. 17, 2016 - Dave..As previously stated i understand the Miken issue however with all due respect you state " they are not violating any posting guidelines" My ... More

How do you get the Time?
Sept. 17, 2016 - Aurite! Hope to see U guys...#7 n I play outfield! Safe travels....Aloha, Fabe More

Looking for a team to play on... Play Infield and some OF...
Sept. 13, 2016 - 50 Year old in Arizona, looking for a AAA team to play on.. Can play INF/OF Decent bat/Decent glove.. Tried a team before and they went to Majors ... More

3N2 Shoes
Sept. 12, 2016 - Also had issues with my last two pair of Boombahs - the sole separating both times...switched to the Mizuno and have had no issues More

Vegas Bracket 60's
Sept. 10, 2016 - coop fields at sunset are some decent fields...hope the construction around them is done...also don't remember a gopher prol..but we were on 11-14 ... More

Umpire Hit by a Batted Ball
Sept. 9, 2016 - I've always been of the understanding that the umpire is like dirt - part of the playing field. (No slight or insult intended) Live ball plays ... More

Cleats
May 10, 2017 - Hi Guys, Due to a lot of response and questions especially about wide width cleats and turf shoes I did some homework and got in touch with New ... More

What do i do to get started
Sept. 7, 2016 - Hey guys....turning 50 in a few months..where do i go to get registered? and what assoc. should i register with? Looking for a solid team if anyone ... More

Wayne37
Sept. 7, 2016 - Ah yes...free speech, an often misunderstood and misinterpreted amendment...especially on the internet. More

WORLDS IN VEGAS
Sept. 6, 2016 - WHY IS THE 3 SESSION 4 DAYS SEPT.26 MONDAY THUR SEPT 29 THUR...???? ALOT OF TEAMS.. More

Question
Sept. 4, 2016 - Two comments...While I don't agree with what he did, he has every right to do so. But instead of facilitating a dIscussion of the issues he is ... More

SSUSA Arizona Director Rick Seifman
Sept. 3, 2016 - Just got word from an established senior softball player that he drove 3 hours to a Rick Seifman ran tournament today, and was met at the gate by ... More

teams moving up
Sept. 3, 2016 - since we r just 2 months away,,curious which teams r moving up in age divisions.... More

Heat stroke
Aug. 30, 2016 - Keep on keeping on my Braddah! Would be a blessing to see U dare! Hawaii Five-O Majors...Aloha, Fabe More

Colin Kaepernick
Aug. 30, 2016 - and so dandy...why do you think that is so....all the great schools they get to go....all the great freedoms they have.....all the great profiling ... More

Getting released from a team you don't want to play for any longer
Aug. 29, 2016 - staff...first off this is not a game invented for 12 yr old girls....it was born back in the ivy league for winter recreation...they used a boat ... More

World Masters Championships
Aug. 31, 2016 - Hey old men start your own Thread this is for session 1 seniors....you know the 40s guys and gals!!!! lol Just waiting on the couple days to pass and ... More

2017
Dec. 18, 2016 - Interested in playing ,still playing competitive ball,been pitching for the past 15 years,started out my first 5 or so playing outfield, , I finished ... More

Miken 2 piece balalanced vs. Adidas me lee 2 balanced
Aug. 27, 2016 - I have both...for me, the Melee2 is better....more pop, better feel and just a better confidence in my hands...Miken is a great bat too BUT, see ... More

Little League World Series
Aug. 24, 2016 - We love watching these games. My question is.....Are the umpires instructed to expand the strike zone, or are they just incredibly bad at balls and ... More

Vegas Worlds
Aug. 22, 2016 - yeah we old guys can't play more than 2 games a day......still don't know what fields we are gonna be at......but hey the tourney site has the field ... More

Why are there rules?
Aug. 23, 2016 - Each person who uses this message board to express himself/herself has the right to include personal information or not. You can click on anyone's ... More

Players needed for Las Vegas Worlds in September
Sept. 1, 2016 - Hi Ladies...still looking for a couple of ladies who would like to play in Las Vegas Worlds the weekend of Sept 16. If interested please text me ASAP ... More

50's/55's AAA/Major Player from WA Looking to play in Lacey,WA and Vegas Worlds
Sept. 8, 2016 - Hello all, let me know if anyone is interested in an infielder for a 50 Major or Plus team. Plenty of references....Joey Michals More

Las Vegas Worlds
Aug. 19, 2016 - check the websites like ...priceline.com........trivago.com....etc....they have pretty good prices..... More

Using screen for pitcher
Aug. 17, 2016 - I wrote this rule for our senior league...the screen became very popular before this rule was put in place, because pitchers would try to use it as ... More

Retirement Ceremony?
Aug. 17, 2016 - Have you ever seen a teammate or opponent have on on-field retirement ceremony? Seeing baseball players making their final waves... or Olympians ... More

Unfavorable weather conditons......
Aug. 14, 2016 - during tournament play. We just got back from the games in Manassas. On Friday, the temperature was 97 and yesterday had a heat index of 110 !! Yes, ... More

players
Sept. 3, 2016 - Hey I live in Fla..looking to play travel ball.. Been playing for 40 yrs and consider myself a good player.. Will hit .700 or better with a little ... More

Ratings
Aug. 15, 2016 - Notice a couple of the teams with very deep concern about being moved up before the Worlds have entered Top Gun Tournament as "exhibition" ... More

Western Nationals
Aug. 12, 2016 - Thanks for the good vibes bro...we definitely had our work cut out for us...tip of the hat to tri-c, they had a great run...maybe we can play them in ... More

Aurora 55 AAA
Aug. 9, 2016 - not sure why not curveball.....we were gonna go but we have guys not able to go now b/c of medical(3) and 1 previous commitments...i'm the commitment ... More

Where are all the teams??????
Aug. 6, 2016 - Birmingham used to be one of the biggest tournaments around.I know they have field problems this year, but still....This year6 --50 major3 --50 AAA2 ... More

ASA Bats DeMarini Juggernaut Vs Miken Freak Black Balance
Aug. 2, 2016 - Dancer,Lots of great questions, let me see if I can help as I have swung and tested both bats extensively. You are really comparing two TOTALLY ... More

Combat no longer making bats
Aug. 1, 2016 - I heard about Combat not making bats any longer and researched it and found a company letter stating that Performance sports (basically Easton) will ... More

SOFTBALL SHOES
Aug. 5, 2016 - STLO,THE only real good quality wide shoe I have seen and worked with players on was New Balance. There have been a few other companies but I haven't ... More

Are time-outs allowed after umpire calls "Batter up"?
July 26, 2016 - Turbobob...we have one of the largest senior leagues in the country in The Villages, Florida and this has never really been an issue...umpires need ... More

Put me in coach
July 24, 2016 - Chris....Give me a call at # 404-867-6421,I coach a 50 Major team out of Atlanta.... I also have a couple of Marines and Navy guys with me....just ... More

50M team looking for infielder
July 20, 2016 - AZ team looking for steady infielder who can make weekend tourneys...especially 3 dayers!!! Text or call 602-430-4702!!! More

Midwest Championship Rogers Ark
July 20, 2016 - I have a question for SSUSA ....... I totally understand that Mother Nature showed her ugly head and rained out the games Friday .... So we start the ... More

How Many Knob Cuffs??
July 24, 2016 - bogie, I think they mean the knobs that go on the bats...and yes 2 knob are legal....I wrote to senior softball asking the same question 2 yrs. ago ... More

fifties five
July 15, 2016 - looking to play on a 50ies plus team. all around player can play in or out field . have a good bat Been hitting well over 500 in tournaments.. have ... More

WESTERN NATIONALS
July 15, 2016 - Lee Lee, I do not disagree on that point either... my previous post was partly 'tongue in cheek'... but DD did put that out there. I've played in ... More

Senior Softball League - Atlanta
July 13, 2016 - Looking for a Senior Softball league in Atlanta, also Tournament Teams, any information? Thanks...sullyjag@yahoo.com More

Dudley 2.0
Aug. 14, 2016 - Breaking news....I just received word from Dudley that I will be receiving the first batch of new 2.0 Lightnings in the next 7-10 days. If you need ... More

Player looking
July 12, 2016 - Chuck is a great player with all the tools....Mike,War Eagles 60 More

Northeast Championships Results Session One
July 11, 2016 - great weekend for Custom Logo of Syracuse.....undefeated at 5-0 to win 50AAA......Syracuse had great representation throughout bracket as teams ... More

field assignments for worlds
July 5, 2016 - should be divisions....damn spell check.... More

teams going to aggieland...in college station,tx
July 4, 2016 - looking for a team list on who is going to this tourney.....mostly the 65's.....hope we don't have such the big field(4 teams 65-AA) we had at the tx ... More

Calling all pitchers.
July 5, 2016 - DanI have been pitching for close to 40 yearsA couple of things to try: * whatever you do, MAKE sure you end up in a position to defend yourself ... More

divivsions..
June 28, 2016 - I would like to see a tournament try this. Maybe it will help, maybe it won't. I think they would get more teams in each division (especially the ... More

rating a person
June 28, 2016 - This is exactly what is wrong with SSUSA and it strict rules...This guy now is stuck, he might not even be able to play for what maybe 2 ... More

looking for a 50m to becoming a 50MP sponsor or part sponsor in So Cal
July 1, 2016 - patrick jt......What is your problem? Simply pick up a phone and dial the number for SSUSA and clear what ever it is rolling around that head of ... More

1-1-----0-0 count
July 3, 2016 - Personally I like the 1-1 count, with hot bats and balls, the batter can be selective on many pitches. In our Stanislaus Senior Association, we ... More

Life Saving Technique-
June 19, 2016 - Barry Heaton, Dallas Spurs 60's, sent this email on how to survive a heart attack if you are alone: 1. Let's say it's 7:25pm and you're going home ... More

Price Went Up? Worlds
June 14, 2016 - They would have to comp my room and food for me to stay at az charlie's again, and then I'd still have to think about it, terrible rooms for the ... More

NW recreational Tournaments (Washington State)
June 14, 2016 - In the N.W.(Washington State) for teams looking to get into a recreational tournaments go to the tournament page of ssusa and at the top left of the ... More

My son Tim
June 14, 2016 - Alan....I am truly sorry about your Loss...I was in Maryville this past weekend,but based on our schedule,could not get over to speak to you. ... More

Shoot-Out results
June 13, 2016 - AUSTIN TEXAS SENIOR SHOOT-OUT RESULTS !!!!2nd Leg June 11th Krieg Fields50 Gold Division1st Place S.A. 55's 2nd place Relentless 50's/55's50's Silver ... More

Awards
June 13, 2016 - Just curious...how do other teams figure out MVP/all tournament awards? Is it strictly based on batting average? If it is... it doesn't seem fair ... More

A few more scores from Reno and oddity
June 8, 2016 - Dave, We actually played a round robin in Vegas last Worlds, if I remember, which most of the older teams enjoyed. It led to morning games, cooler ... More

What do you expect?
June 7, 2016 - Bruce, I like playing in SSUSA for most of the things you mentioned. I'm not really concerned about the type of awards we get. Patches, ... More

Crabtown Classic Results
June 6, 2016 - Results from the Crabtown Classic (from Don Brooks)Crabtown Results (top three)40/50 GOLD1 Superior/Potomac 2 Mid Atlantic3 Team Elite50 AAA1 TNT2 ... More

would like an explanation
June 2, 2016 - SSUSA has to many rules...for example we are a legitimate 55AAA not a 55M, but because one and I repeat one of our friends played 50M+ 2 years ago ... More

Flagstaff tournament
June 3, 2016 - Just for you Dbax, its supposed to be "launch angle" not lunch angel... Lol lol Voice txt sucks.... More

SSUSA Staff: Shaved Bats
June 9, 2016 - I personally don't think shaved senior bats are that big a problem especially on the West Coast. Bat performance is too good and most older guys are ... More

Best Wishes
May 31, 2016 - I say Amen to this...inspired by all the people who have done it for decades n continue to battle to stay playing! Prayn a a speedy n full recovery. ... More

which do your prefer on a 5 game guarantee?
May 28, 2016 - Hey dude that oversees the Phoenix tourneys,To play five (5) games !!Sorry folks.... I am okay. More

TX STATE CHAMPIONSHIP-TOC QUALIFIER
May 28, 2016 - what i want to know...why do we need 3 days to do 3-6 team brackets.....not to great for the pocketbook......but hey guess no one cares about that ... More

play for more teams
June 1, 2016 - Fisherman, other teams ask you to go with them because you are a really good player and they want your services..., but BruceAZ is correct. You can ... More

Arrogance can hurt a pitcher
June 4, 2016 - galasater, that's not true in the Las Vegas Senior League. Screen mandatory, but not mandatory to stand behind it! Screen must be slid to the glove ... More

Baden Fire softball 2SB550YS Junk in its core!
May 26, 2016 - wow...so SPA has gone to a dead ball...the badens they use to use were great...still have a 1/2 dz of them for non-sanction tourneys that require ... More

NSA (52/275) and ASA (52/300) Ball Review
May 26, 2016 - i agree with tattooball....we use the tattoo(not the NX3 yet tho) for our leagues and most every other team does...still trying to talk the coach ... More

getting 3 games vs our 5
May 22, 2016 - JB yes we got to play,but we were basically threaten to play or loose our money.....let me ask you this...if you go to place of business that decides ... More

Best Batting Glove for Pratice
May 21, 2016 - I used to buy the Rawlings batting gloves with the heel pads... they only lasted so long until the pad came apart.For the past few years I've used ... More

What do you use to track league stats?
May 20, 2016 - Bruce, check out Palm Springs CA site. You could contact them to find out which one they use. Played there for 10 years, GREAT ... More

Atlantic Coast Champsionship Results
May 16, 2016 - Yes indeed amazing job!!!The umpiring as always were amazing great dudes...Congrats to Omega for winning the 55M and Florida Auto Shades for the ... More

any results info for Cullman Tourney?
May 16, 2016 - I agree with you, put all of us in the same bracketmake it 3 hrs + one up (outs if over the limit) and PLAY BALL. We are all about the same..I would ... More

Moved to Utah and looking for a new team...
June 2, 2016 - humor..eh......what chu talking bout willis..... More

HOME PLATE UMPIRE POSITION
May 15, 2016 - That positioning is what I first worked with back in '84 when there were no height restrictions other than above the batters head. These days I stay ... More

Looking to play
May 13, 2016 - Thx guys..if anyone is needing a player in November. .lmk..i seen where there are a couple tournies. More

Confusion on coach's interference.
May 18, 2016 - On a close fly near a foul line as it stands now the umpire still makes a judgement call, -fair or foul. Again, the fielder needs to catch all the ... More

WEATHER FOR LOUDON TRNY
May 13, 2016 - Pack....Please don't be so hateful toward pitchers.....we have feelings too.... More

Looking for a Pitcher/ 50-major
May 13, 2016 - If u decide to play in any of the Nov tournies..lmk id be interested. .thx More

No more five innings games
May 3, 2016 - I'm in favor of the 1-1 count. Last month at the Vegas tournament I don't remember anyone swinging at the first pitch. Why? The wind was blowing and ... More

NOR-CAL State championships
May 10, 2016 - staff..booking your hotels are not really price effective....when priceline can give us a room for $30-40 cheaper a nite....why would we ..who are on ... More

primetime23
June 3, 2016 - Still Looking for a Team....Monarchs/50 Major Looking for an Outfielder with power and Skills....call me at # 404-867-6421. More

Re-Learning Hip Rotation, Cures Early Season Slump. Swing Makeover #39
May 5, 2016 - Good deal Stan, thanks..he said you guys had a good time. I need to get off this corn planter and get hitting myself. Season will be here way too ... More

CONGRATS TO AZ LEGENDS, WEST COAST ALL STARS, AND AZ EXTREME!!!!
April 26, 2016 - Awesome job to all the AZ teams that made great showings....way to represent! More

Las Vegas results
April 25, 2016 - Say guys... what about the results of the old guys? 75`s and 80`s. More

Shadow Rock Complex
April 30, 2016 - Shadow Rock is nothing but an EMBARRASSMENT to:SSUSA...LVSSA...CITY OF LAS VEGAS...CLARK COUNTY... More

2016 Senior Patriot
April 25, 2016 - Lefty,Just got in late last night from playing in Alabama. I received 26&27 Patriots while I was away so yours should be here real soon. I'll check ... More

Palm Springs May 7-8 2016
April 21, 2016 - Looking to fill in for a team in the 55's or 60's division in Palm Springs the weekend of May 7-8, 2016. Outfield, good glove, good wheels, no bionic ... More

new 85 team forming looking for players
May 6, 2016 - so omar you know dmac then....as his wife is 40 yrs younger than he is....and somehow he has had kids...with her....LOL......whats up ... More

Lookn to play
April 18, 2016 - Live in Naples Fl,, looks to play 55 or 60 AAA or Major team that plays SSUSA Tourn and SPA..Can pitch and cover middle.. Can also get back to cover ... More

AUSTIN TEXAS SENIOR SHOOT-OUT !!
April 21, 2016 - Larry do you leave a paper trail of nagging everywhere you go? lol It was good to see you especially with all the 65's beating the ball as ya'll can. ... More

why?
April 21, 2016 - I think some's nose is becoming brown. lolPerhaps they keed running over laptops... More

New team division drop process
April 15, 2016 - Word of advice, having lived through this process...To answer #3...Once you are dropped back, you can't add ANY players from a higher rating for 1 ... More

Others' Thoughts on the Importance or Merits of 3 Pool Games Prior to Brackets?
April 14, 2016 - Southpaw:My feelings on having 3 (as opposed to 2) seeding games is essentially a function of how many players we have. If we have more than 15 I ... More

missing first bse
April 14, 2016 - STAFF: I asked this question about your post on 4/10 and I guess you missed it so I will try again....STAFF on my last post I said to do a VERBAL ... More

Half Run Rule
April 14, 2016 - It was my understanding that this rule was put in place because the BHC tournaments shared fields with Youth and Adult groups who had reservations at ... More

Vegas 50's Fields
April 12, 2016 - Its about time other teams and people are to seeing the problem 50AAA is facing year after year after year in vegas spring and winter. Shadow Rock ... More

Do we pay to play by the hour??
April 18, 2016 - I know Yinz are all old guys but if Yinz would hustle in & off the field, no pitches between innings and have 1st batter ready to go there should be ... More

missing first base
April 10, 2016 - webbie...YES....there has to be a VERBAL appeal while the fielder is on the bag or he tags the runner while making an appeal... BEFORE the runner ... More

Batter batting out of order
April 7, 2016 - it is worded that way because if the defense were to appeal that the wrong batter was at bat they would just remove that batter and insert the ... More

MARK YOUR CALENDERS: NORTHEAST CHAMPIONSHIPS
April 6, 2016 - this is a nice tourney. it's always a little cooler up north, which is good thing. I've stayed at the comfort in twice and had problems both times. ... More

Fields for Vegas
April 5, 2016 - Have Field assignment's been determined yet? It does make a difference where our team stays... More

ASA & USSSA BATS
April 5, 2016 - basically...if the bat can be used in any of the young guys assoc...it will be good to use for senior ball....not sure what your director was ... More

Who won 50 major at Spring Worlds in St. George
April 13, 2016 - Great job AOS and Bulls both class ballclubs...see you in Vegas!!!OdieBulldawgz! More

Which Batch Is It?
April 4, 2016 - A few weeks ago I pre-ordered the new Adidas Melee Senior Softball bat. I was told that this would be the "All IMPORTANT" First batch bat that was ... More

Re-classification
April 6, 2016 - Thank you for the immediate responses from the SSUSA staff. We are regrouping as a team after 8-13 years of not playing and I have been very pleased ... More

THIS IS AT SSUSA
April 1, 2016 - We are a low level 55AAA mostly comprised of local guys that like playing together. This is our first year together, one of our players that have ... More

Why I like softball.
March 30, 2016 - As long as they are "more happier" Dancer that's all that matters... ;o)~ More

Mask On Field
March 28, 2016 - Watched and played in many, many games...never seen it happen!If it is a senior moment then a ball glove or some other item that could be dropped in ... More

Jim Davis - NCI
March 29, 2016 - My condolences to the family of Jim Davis. I had the pleasure to play for him on NCI 55's team. Good man, spoke his mind, screamed and rooted at us ... More

Mikens NEW 12" Patriot senior bat
March 27, 2016 - Crusher,Excellent observation as its been my experience that bat speed can actually slightly increase while swinging shorter barrel bats. ... More

Appeal Play?
March 25, 2016 - oz40...yes....I didn't put in that runners were forced to advance More

Dudley lighting 26oz balanced
March 24, 2016 - my end cap broke on my first 25 swings....it appeared that the 2 part epoxy wasn't mixed properly and half the endcap remained glued solidly in the ... More

Calling ALL 55 teams.. Come to Mobile, Al on April 2nd....
March 22, 2016 - DT Express?Montgomery Swarm?Next level?All other 55 major teams...Why aren't you playing in Mobile?Is there another tournament you are going to??I ... More

POWER HITTERS
March 22, 2016 - I'm 5-9 210 lbs and hit Bombs all the time. It’s all about pitch selection, wrist and hips...if you can stay inside the pitch and turn on the ball ... More

Video on the 2015 Senior Demarini One El
March 31, 2016 - Lefty, yeah, while most advanced players start where they want, they always end up with hands pulled back as the front foot hits. For many, to ... More

Achilles Tendon Soreness
March 18, 2016 - do you wear mid or high shoes...I found that the mids would irritate my Achilles usually by the middle of the summer leagues...I switched to lows and ... More

BAT WEIGHT
March 17, 2016 - HiIs there any SSUSA rule concerning minimum bat weight?I was told that a bat must be at least 26 ounces...Is that true?Thanks More

CO-ED SENIORS 50+ PICO RIVERA LEAGUE
March 16, 2016 - JOIN THE NEW SENIORS CO-ED 50+LEAGUE..PLAY ON THURSDAY MORNINGS..CITY OF PICO RIVERA CALIF...ALL FOR $250:00 ..VISIT THE WEB SITE.@ PICO RIVERA ... More

Open inning ruling
March 13, 2016 - Play by play for what occurred today:As I walking to coach 1st at the start of the 6th inning, I passed the home plate umpire and he calls out "Top ... More

Rule 6:16 once more
March 12, 2016 - Gary, here is the amended rule ... §6.16 • WIND OR SUN AFFECTING BOTH PITCHERS – Proposal to amend the EFFECT at end of ... More

New Adidas MeLee 2
March 9, 2016 - Alan works with all the bat companys...he gives straight-up evaluations. He spends his time n resources to give give us his best options! He has been ... More

2016 melee
March 9, 2016 - Trotter 25:Conway finished the entire tourney (6 games) with a ob% of 1.000... he also played 60 M the previous weekend and made but one out in 20+ ... More

face masks
March 8, 2016 - 19 and gangerman8 ... A not-so-short short history lesson may be helpful here ... SSUSA (and other associations) have for many years tried to reach a ... More

Myrtle Beach Tournament - March 16th-20th
March 3, 2016 - Need an extra insurance player for your 70 or 75 team ? Triple A experience, outfield (rc/lc/r), good range & defensive glove, good speed, line drive ... More

Sunglasses for Softball
March 2, 2016 - There have been several posts concerning good sunglasses for softball recently. Being the gear geek that I am and also happening to like all types of ... More

Mendoza Line
Feb. 29, 2016 - One problem with team batting averages is that half the guys are always below it... (-:I agree that .700 is the 'new .500' and that certain defensive ... More

The new sun rule 6.16
March 6, 2016 - 6.16 • WIND OR SUN AFFECTING BOTH PITCHERS.....EFFECT: Softball is an outdoor game played in the elements. Sun position affecting the batter is not ... More

Are possible changes ahead for future TOC tournaments
March 2, 2016 - B94,Not sure moving the tourney back two weeks would guarantee better weather. I've been to the TOC four times over the past six years and have had ... More

bat rolling
Feb. 22, 2016 - Here is an excerpt from Dr. Smith's scientific paper on topic referenced by tattooball ... Bold/italic emphasis added by us ... "...Many players ... More

Men's 50
Feb. 24, 2016 - This is...oops, grammar. More

Weather Forecast Spring training 2-26 Vero Beach
Feb. 24, 2016 - yeah, weather.com never makes mistakes...we were supposed to have 2 MASSIVE 2-3 foot snow storms the past 2 weeks....guess what...we got 5 inches ... More

non prescription " polarized " sunglasses for softball.
Feb. 22, 2016 - Guys,Interestingly enough, I just finished developing my own line of glasses which come with FIVE sets of lenses for under $40 including a polarized ... More

Your opinion on best Senior Bat
March 4, 2016 - After reading all these posts....Choosing the best bat for senior softball is....CLEAR AS MUD!!! More

Surprise AZ team looking for outfielders for tournament team
Feb. 16, 2016 - Thanks... More

Looking to join 50+ team around Phoenix, AZ
Feb. 16, 2016 - Looking for a team for the 2016 season, 1st, catch R & RC.....well above avg glove, about avg hitter to all fields.... Email me at ... More

Batting Average or On Base Percentage
Feb. 15, 2016 - All great points...! Batting average and on base percentage are important and definitely have their place in developing a lineup and the batting ... More

Joining A Nearby Senior Team
Feb. 12, 2016 - I am new to this.....age 62 and looking for a team to play this season nearby West Chester, Ohio.I am willing to tryout and follow all of the rules. More

CONGRATS TOC TEAMS
Feb. 10, 2016 - Congrats to all of the teams that made the TOC this year it was our first year and we had a total blast...minus the weather! Thanks Dave and the ... More

OKRA FOR POSSIBLE DROP IN GLUCOSE/SUGAR LEVELS FOR DIABETICS ?
Feb. 9, 2016 - Have you guys ever hear of this ? IT will not cure diabetes " but " may lower your levels .Article says you cut off the ends of the okra, ... More

B/P and senior bats
Feb. 9, 2016 - have seen the new tattoo 1 piece ball...and like it......it should be the standard for all mfg'ers balls...... More

ASA Bats
Feb. 9, 2016 - wayne...what fred says.......ASA bats with the 2000,2004 and the new 2012 or is it 2013 stamps are good to go for ASA...they do have a few ... More

Basics of Cutting the Ball with Ryan Harvey and Bob Woldyke. Swing Makeover #37
Feb. 6, 2016 - First of a four part series, including drills for physical training and mental focus. Ryan Harvey and Bob Woldyke hit and talk cutting and drivin ... More

Winter World Championships Results
Feb. 6, 2016 - You wouldn't need to do all the keyboarding. As has been suggested on this site before by others...at the tournament site take out your cell phone ... More

Passing of Steve Marshall, Rocco's 60's
Feb. 3, 2016 - I am really sorry to hear this news...My condolences to all of Steve's family for the loss of a good man.George R. More

batter's box
Feb. 2, 2016 - Nancy I would think you would be all over this one????? In defense of the umpires...by the 2nd inning, most lines of "dirt" batters boxes are ... More

SWING WEIGHTS
Jan. 28, 2016 - fennellwgI am trying to compare the Miken 26 oz to the Dudley 26 oz.And the Miken 27 oz. to the Dudley 27 oz.I like both 26 and 27 ounce bats...so ... More

Foul tip caught by catcher
Jan. 28, 2016 - Ranall this is not a USSSA site..or an ASA site...it is a SSUSA site.... 3 different organizations....TC does have the correct rule for a foul ... More

illegally batted ball
Jan. 26, 2016 - I don't think the rule means you have to swing from the heels...I've seen many players just dump the ball over the infield. I've done it many times ... More

2016 Miken U2 Maxload
Jan. 25, 2016 - THE GREEN LETTERED IS THE MAXLOAD IF I AM NOT MISTAKEN. I BOUGHT ONE A WHILE BACK FROM ALAN TANNER AS I AM ALWAYS LOOKING FOR A DURABILITY BOOST. ... More

New Combat senior bat....?
Jan. 26, 2016 - What happens when it breaks on day 31?Should be interesting to see the performance and durability on the field.I am waiting on the new Adidas senior ... More

Established team in Alabama looking for couple players
Jan. 27, 2016 - What positions are still available? Played 10 years senior tourneys...AAA and major...live in Atlanta... More

Need a Tracker in Modesto/Escalon/Oakdale/Riverbank, California
Jan. 25, 2016 - swing it is more likely dogs as coyotes will eat the cats....dogs will just kill them and leave them...coyotes think they are a delicacy....like the ... More

Travelling question
Jan. 19, 2016 - Hey Stick,You forgot to mention your USSSA Hall of Fame ring and your dozen other World Championship rings.... do you wear them or take a chance and ... More

Words of Wisdom
Jan. 16, 2016 - I have been looking at eyes for over 40 years and the worst injuries I have ever seen have been balls that hit eyes. Handballs, baseballs, ... More

Everybody fill in the blank............$$$
Jan. 12, 2016 - Live like the CLAMPETTS....And have a Cement Pond! More

What is your favorite complex you've ever played at?
Jan. 10, 2016 - I really liked playing at the Osceola County Softball Complex located in Kissimmee, Florida, great fields. Back in 2006 was amazed how nice they ... More

Double Force Out at the Plate
Jan. 9, 2016 - call apply's to both once the second runner has gone past the commitment line....doesn't matter if the plate is touched accidentally or not....just ... More

TOC LAKELAND
Jan. 12, 2016 - Team Lists are up on the Tournament page fellas... 95 teams total this year. More

SSUSA Opens Northeast Region
Jan. 7, 2016 - mmm are you sure dave.....since they both touching lake michigan...there will be a border there in the lake someplace......hence they be ... More

Texas AA Team Seeking Pitcher and Outfielder
April 14, 2016 - wish i could of helped you this year Donnie....but this getting old crap is for the birds.....and i can't do the 65-60 anymore....with Cecil and ... More

FACE MASK
Jan. 4, 2016 - oh forgot to add....the rip-it is half the price of the worth mask or less...... More

2015 Demarini Senior One End Load
Jan. 1, 2016 - Good bat...also have two buds who got good results...held up durability wise also....not quite as durable as dudley lightning legend but good bat for ... More

During the summer season how do YOU spend your time on off weekends?
Dec. 26, 2015 - Either it's putting up or taking down Christmas decorations.Done it so many times...At this age....Not sure which..... More

Major Plus Out of Area Players
Dec. 30, 2015 - I feel U my Braddah...I can't drive no where for big tourneys...da Pacific Ocean doesn't have a bridge yet! It's difficult trying to put together ... More

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
Dec. 25, 2015 - Mele Kalikimaka...may Jesus be the reason for this season! Blessing to all n may you enjoy many family moments....Aloha, Fabe More

Status of the GSC bat
Dec. 28, 2015 - Guys... Mike aka Softball4b is a class act with me, my friends...I use to play with Steve on our 50+ majors team DEMOLITION. I've always had a bad ... More

Call for Prayers for John X.E. McAndrew
Dec. 21, 2015 - Asking that everyone take a moment or two to say a prayer for John X.E. McAndrew......he was recently life flighted to Thomas Jefferson Hospital in ... More

In your softball career who was the individual(s) (coach, player, etc) who had the most impact on your approach, development?
Dec. 21, 2015 - Too many to list! But I will share 3 names.....for baseball: Willie Mays n Ricky Henderson, for how they loved to play a kids game! For Senior ... More

Looking for BP partner in San Clemete or Orange County California...
Dec. 17, 2015 - Webbie you have to watch out for HR hitters that hit about 299 with the wind. At the same time working on his dance moves.............. More

We still Play
Dec. 17, 2015 - Hats off for the Love of the game. I left my orthopedic one of our Softball Magazines that had the issue of playing until the age of 80's. Now my ... More

draft matrix
Dec. 9, 2015 - not sure how you wold do that......we use the 1 to 5 (only 5 teams in our league)then turn around method.....what i would do for sure is to group all ... More

2015 Softball Magazine Senior Camp
Dec. 8, 2015 - It was a great time and amazing to see how hard the older (50 to 77) athletes worked on both offense, defense and health. Great work ethic and ... More

Looking for BP partner in Cornelius, NC
Dec. 7, 2015 - Looking for BP partners in Atlanta area...I can throw strikes...have a screen, tee, 3 dozen new balls and a dozen good bats....have one other ... More

new rule 6.16 WIND OR SUN AFFECTING BOTH PITCHERS
Dec. 5, 2015 - I have a question...when I first read this I assumed that it was about the sun being in the pitchers eyes and moving his position for safety which is ... More

New Rules
Dec. 5, 2015 - LL,"the team giving the equalizer SHALL be the Home team in all such games"... I added the emphasis on 'shall'... it is not an option.This can work ... More

50's vs. 55's
Dec. 4, 2015 - Bballer,You're talking 55 All Stars Vs 50 Majors, This was just played this past 50 Major Worlds. We beat the crap out all those young people..LOL ... More

New Experimental Drug to expand life to 120 years of age
Dec. 2, 2015 - Dabs-hysterical...LMAOMango-another rule we might want to stipulate now is...would someone be able to bring an all 105 yr old team down to a 100 year ... More

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR RULING • WMC 50-Major Matter
Dec. 2, 2015 - One of The worst parts (of many) of all this was calling the GOOD people of Cornerstone LIARS! The only good thing that came out of ... More

2 FLEX or NOT 2 FLEX
Dec. 17, 2015 - Ok HOW ABOUT A LITTLE INFO FROM ALL YOU BAT GUYS, BAT TESTERS AND YOU TUBE STARS.Which type of bat has the STIFFER HANDLE?1) The ONE Piece bat?or2) ... More

True AAA rules applied at Worlds
Dec. 17, 2015 - Lorenzi Park does not have a yellow line on fences thus the rule for that park is you have to hit the ball over netting to be a HR.. Doesn't make ... More

player looking for a team for the 2016 season
Dec. 16, 2015 - Hi DAN , IF YOU ARE STILL LOOKING FOR A TEAM GIVE ME A CALL 760-567-2771 , THIS IS MIKE WITH THE DESERT DAWGS... WE ARE 60M OUT OF SO CA .COULD USE A ... More

Quadruple Play?
Nov. 23, 2015 - This happened this weekend in Phoenix on Sunday Morning in the game between Joe Brown's All Stars and SoCal 55's.Second and third, no outs, 5th run ... More

Senior Softball Spring Training
Nov. 22, 2015 - Hi guys,I've been asked to start a new thread on this so we don't have any confusion. We just finished a very successful Fall edition of our teaching ... More

Tim's Appeal Denied
Nov. 21, 2015 - Donll, almost correct with your post... MTC was rated 50 major plus in 2014, however they moved to 55 plus this year and had to drop two players... ... More

New ADStarr ball
Nov. 17, 2015 - I was looking everywhere but right before my eyes......Thanks tattooball More

Best Wishes to Terry Hennessy
Nov. 11, 2015 - OUR prayers and thoughts for a complete recovery....look forward to seeing you out at the ball fields....Mike Stout...War Eagles More

Ohio based 65AAA team.....looking
Nov. 10, 2015 - for a few (Major) players to compliment their winning ways. Have won several Worlds and Nationals in the past and looking forward to the promising ... More

New Mizuno Erupt Turf/Cleats
Nov. 10, 2015 - Hi guys,A lot of discussion back and forth of cleats this season since Tanel is not out there right now. Mizuno had contacted me about their new ... More

MAJOR PLUS PLAYERS NEEDED
Nov. 10, 2015 - LeeLee I've been playing AA for about 6 years now, but I have always longed to play MAJOR PLUS, I can't throw that well, but I'm a life time 400 ... More

playing two divisions
Nov. 8, 2015 - A 55 AAA team decides to move to 60 AAA for the 2016 season.....a bunch of the team players want to play both 55 AAA and 60 AAA...They also do not ... More

SCREENS IN TOURNAMENTS
Nov. 9, 2015 - I have played in a senior league that uses the screen. I found it a bit odd at first but no one seemed to be bothered by it. When a batted hit the ... More

60 Major team seeking 1-2 outfielders must border Georgia
Dec. 16, 2015 - Are you still looking for OF ?? What tourn do you play ? I have SSUSA,SPA ans FHC cards.. I am 63yrs old and play 50 ball in FHC tourn.. Also rated ... More

Good Luck Fat Nancy's
Oct. 31, 2015 - Nancy,Thank You for the support--We will have our new NY FOG hats...Lou More

Phoenix and 2016
Oct. 29, 2015 - 67 y/o looking for a team for Phoenix and 2016. Played for Bucky's 60 and Yavapai 65's. Live in Prescott and can play all of positions as well. Also ... More

New Ratings for the New Season
Nov. 5, 2015 - Seems to me MTCJv should be the Champions of the Major division over Cornerstone this year by default... Cornerstone picked up a player from another ... More

Tanel cleats
Nov. 2, 2015 - Boombah has a huge selection that I have converted over to using....seems like the Nike mids I have used for yrs have been bothering my Achilles near ... More

40's USA Championship Game Auto Seeds 1 and 2 Regardless
Oct. 26, 2015 - The 1&2 earned their spots in the East and West nationals...sounds like you tried to save expense and skip the triple crown experience...Maybe next ... More

same team playing in two different age groups
Oct. 26, 2015 - Can you have identical rosters....if all players are of legal age for both divisions ? More

Midwest 65 AAA looking for players
Jan. 23, 2016 - He lives in KC and travels...plays hard..played for my 55 tourney team also More

Does anyone know if 14 games at a senior worlds is a record
Oct. 22, 2015 - I think the record is `13 and 2/7ths... what do I know? ;-) More

Vegas 2015 worlds
Nov. 9, 2015 - I have not seen a lot of the world results.. We would like to see where we finished. With Smart phones you could just take a picture of the bracket ... More

Why is this rule not enforced??
Oct. 20, 2015 - I was referencing in humor the hitter sir and how Tugboat was referring to the impact of pitching in slow pitch softball. There is no impact of ... More

Mikens New Ultra II Black debuts.....
Oct. 17, 2015 - Mikens new Ultra is slowly making it's way around the country and receiving rave reviews. Miken is slowly catching up on production and I'm guessing ... More

Senior Bats and Temperature
Oct. 14, 2015 - we are playing a tournament this weekend and the weather is going to be cool and cold...high of 60 but most games will be in the 50's....my question ... More

70 AAA schedule Masters-Bitch time
Oct. 9, 2015 - I recognize that the title of this thread includes only 70 AAA but the 2nd post mentions the 65 division. We've played both formats, 3 and 4 days, ... More

55AAA Bracket
Oct. 30, 2015 - Not very timely updates...I am about to lose interest...lol More

Online Renewal
Oct. 6, 2015 - Thxs..I'm 59, my card expires the end on October...Will I get the 5 year choice after Oct.31 expiration? Just curious how the online apps works. More

52 looking to play and travel
April 6, 2016 - Yes....I'm still available sorry for the late reply.... Very interested in southern Utah / Vegas gamesPlease contact me msmccann@earthlink.net More

Shirts/Dri-Fit jerseys from Senior World Master tourney in Las Vegas
Oct. 6, 2015 - I tried to find out how to order the 2014 dri-fits after the tournament last year and could not get a response. You may want to post something to ... More

50 Major Plus Top 3
Oct. 6, 2015 - Donny, this could lead to a good conversation....just a few points for you...Our MTC 50 team was bumped three years ago...that's an eternity in ... More

thank you
Oct. 2, 2015 - to all that came up and said hi and asked how i was doing from my little episode before coming over for the world championships...special thanks to ... More

Is it illegal to glue your endcap back in?
Oct. 10, 2015 - Hey Robbie the way I look at it you owe me a few more dinero.. LMAO !!! Buy a new Dudley they're pretty durable.. Was in Vegas for WM Tourn and ... More

First time for everything
Oct. 8, 2015 - I as an ump suspended play last yr at Huntsman Games..Was pitch in Hemet about 4-5 yrs ago and had sun directly in my eyes. Couldn't see ball once I ... More

Results
Oct. 1, 2015 - 65 MajPlus... Hamel, Omen, Team Florida, Full Circle, ?, ? More

What About The Miken Freak Black Senior?
Oct. 8, 2015 - crusherMiken produces a Freak Black Senior Bat. SSUSA approved.You can see it in the upper right corner of this page between the other ads.orcheck ... More

Shadow Rock & Hollywood Field Conditions
Oct. 1, 2015 - 55AAA played on both...infield was good, the the outfield grass was a challenge! Crew did their best to keep it playable, but I agree was pretty far ... More

Outfield conditions a BLD
Oct. 10, 2015 - I was live in Vegas when BLD opened and they were great fields.. I moved to Fla. 18 months ago and when I went back to Vegas to play WM torun I was ... More

No batters box, Umpire calling batter out for hitting outside the batters box
Oct. 2, 2015 - Neck, I don't disagree with you about it being odd...I do know that there has been an emphasis on keeping the hitters in the box... when there are ... More

55 AAA finals in Vegas
Sept. 29, 2015 - Road House loaded up at the "Mid-Atlantic Last Chance". They added few players to their roster just so they could be eligible for Vegas. However, ... More

Original gray Miken Ultra (without center rod insert) VS. current MIken 2 piece endloads
Sept. 23, 2015 - What started as a casual discussion among teammates but ended heated was over these two types of bats....Issue in question- it was stated that the ... More

The care of senior bats
Dec. 11, 2015 - This past season I was told that the new Dudley Lightning bats kept their "tackiness" if they were cleaned regularly....I bought a six-pack of ... More

Opinions about custom glove makers....
Sept. 21, 2015 - Up until about a year ago I had a Glovesmith glove (lasted 10 years), and have tried off the shelf gloves but can't find one I like.I was looking at ... More

Is a 55 team playing in a 50 world considered reclassed
Sept. 15, 2015 - Ron, I was only replying to your post on a thread that had not been seen at the top of this site for over two months.I figured if it was valuable ... More

Vegas tournament
Sept. 15, 2015 - Session #1 DRAFT Schedules will be released Tuesday morning (9/15/15) ... We were advised at 4:00 PM on Monday that a 4-field facility that was to be ... More

Mad Dog
Sept. 14, 2015 - Man am I sorry to hear this news...Please keep me updated on hopefullyhis daily progress...George Robinson. More

When?
Sept. 14, 2015 - Thanks for the quick reply Staff! That's great news... More

Ultra II Black
Sept. 11, 2015 - We have been hitting one of the Miken demos (a 26 oz Max Load) and it does have a lot of good qualities. By the time we hit it there were 650 swings ... More