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| Jan. 20, 2020 USAMTZ | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: Eye Shield on a Pitching or Fielding Mask Last weekend at the Top Gun in AZ an umpire on day 2 told me that I had to remove my polarized shield from my Worth Pitching Mask/Helmet. I asked why? And, I was told that "it is illegal and not allowed". I asked as of when? Then I was told "Starting this year!" I read through the minutes of the December 2019 Meeting and I do not see any mention of anything pertaining to masks and/or eye protection and I have used this same polarized shield in SSUSA since 2012. This makes no sense why he would say this, already tough at times wearing a mask and not having a visor to knock down the sun and remove glare. Plus, many players play in sunglasses, so what would be the difference? BTW - I have never seen or had this umpire before. Am I missing something here? Has anyone else heard of this? I thought the point is to use equipment to make things safer to keep us on the field and playing. G |
| June 27, 2018 USAMTZ | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Tournament Prizes 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 unreasonable to give a players perception of how the juice doesn't seem to equal the squeeze. Let's be real. Yes there are other costs not outlined, but JT did not mention team or player registration fees, money from advertisers and vendors, etc. Plus, SSUSA does there due diligence with sabermetrics and uses that info when planning tournaments in a community. I'm sure they layout how many players are spending money on Food, Fuel, Lodging, etc. and are being compensated in some sort of fashion. There are other tournament organizations that get paid to bring their events and crossover dollars to a city, U am sure SSUSA is no different. SSUSA is a nonprofit and should be transparent or just give out better suited prizes to the 40s and 50s teams... If you look at his original post, that is all he stated. His perception of this is shared amongst many players outside of this message board. |
| Sept. 6, 2012 USAMTZ | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: pick up senior softball in the SF East Bay Roy, If your group is ever without a field or is interested in playing indoors, then look me up. I have 2 new Indoor Turf Softball fields located in Martinez. Clean playing conditions and perfect for BP. www.usamartinez.com Take Care, Glen 925-383-2055 |
| Sept. 6, 2012 USAMTZ | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: New Northern CA Indoor Turf Training Facility I have heard about that place, but I have never been there. We have a league that sounds similar to that. Live net play, we use a leather 12" soft core ball, no bat restrictions, 50' bases, 8on8, 112' down the line and 180' to center. It is a good workout and a lot of fun. You can check out some pictures on our website www.usamartinez.com or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/USAMartinezCA I have gotten some interest in starting a weekday Indian Ball League for Seniors. Or possibly an Indoor Senior League. Take Care, Glen |
| Sept. 5, 2012 USAMTZ | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: New Northern CA Indoor Turf Training Facility Just Opened in the Bay Area, located in Downtown Martinez near the Waterfront. ***Off/On Season Training Facility for Senior Players of All Levels*** Training Includes: Individual Hitting Instruction and Clinics Fielding and Throwing Instruction Pitching Instruction Various exercise programs specifically for Seniors taught by qualified trainers to help Improve Your Game! Open Field BP and team rentals available (fields are 112' x 112' x 24'h) Facility Amenities Include: 48,000+ sq ft enclosed space. (2) 12,000 sq ft Fully Netted Turf Softball Diamonds. Batting Cages with Slowpitch pitching machine. Pitching Area 5,000 sq ft turf conditioning area. Cardio, Circuit Training and Weight Lifting Areas. Benefits of Being Indoors: No Wind, Rain, Sun, Holes, Bugs, Animals, Poop, Curfews, Maintenance, Lost Balls or Other Groups Competing for Space. For More Info: Contact Glen @ 925-383-2055 usacoach@live.com Universal Sports Academy 330 Ferry St. Martinez, CA 94553 www.usamartinez.com |
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