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| July 9, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: team ratings the Wood Sorry for the mis-understanding of your position. Let me say the game has been compromised and gotten away from the original design. In reading your thread I understood your suggestion for providing run was a compromise for those that have issues about playing in or against the M/ M+ division. I hear what you’re saying and agree with you on most of the issues. My main point is if you win you're expected to move up. Then play as well as you can before requesting a drop in level. There will always be those that want to play down. This weekend we play in a bracket that has a 60 major + team winner in Reno, It will be our third time battling them, 60 AAA that been moved to Majors also a winner in Reno, played them once before. The AAA 55, played once. The AAA50 and an AA50 in the bracket because they’ve been winning in NCSSA and have been bumped up in the ranking. No runs are being given to any team. There’s no grumbling everyone shows up to play. It should be like that everywhere. Hitt2 |
| July 9, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: team ratings Tait I'm not saying combing parts of divisions or selective teams. However I am saying it would only benefit the game if the Major+ & majors were combined. It would provide more opportunity to play teams in the same age Grp, which I believe is what Jawood is asking for. I like the suggestion by the Wood in the general discussions thread. He state that the teams that are strong M+ team give runs to the M teams when playing. Teams like Jawood should have more options to play. The AA and AAA are feeder into the M/M+ if they are that much better than the rest in those lower levels. They move up. It would be stupid for me to think that if my team does well in AAA that they wouldn't move us up again. But that's what getting better is about. We started out the season with the ranking provided from last year after the winter world, only two players were added to the team one left to play with a 60 AAA teams, (they were moved to major recently) and the other isn't playing at the present time. When you win tourney you move up. We have been moved after 2, so be it to a man we say we knew it was coming and it was expected and wanted. It part of becoming the best team possible. Taking some knock is also part of the game. I want to play teams that will make our collective team improve. If we can't hack it then we can petition, like Corky’s team to move down, or just remain and play I think my team would select the latter, but who knows. My thoughts were to share how things are approached in NCSSA and that it might be something other states and local tourney play might want look at and discuss. In NCSSA we are fortunate to be able to play under the rules the game is base on with sensible solution to the HR rules and no PPR. Just one player thoughts. Hitt2 |
| July 8, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: team ratings On the above response it should have read this way. Sorry about the typo. The Major and Major plus should be combined and the true AAA will be reclassified. AA and AAA should not be combined as they provide the teams a means to demonstrate a progress warranting them to be at the next level |
| July 8, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: team ratings Taits, Jawood and Corky Taits, are you thinking about coming up, you need to get back to playing. I guess I have a different take on thing related to the game. I'm old school. Put the strongest team on the field, bat a max of 12 until out of the hunt, and play according to the rules governing the event. Corky most have had to go through the same process to get re ranked its not always fun but the process for doing well at the previous level. This year it was seen as a need to increase the number at the Major and Major plus levels. They tried, but the economy has also been a factor in travel. IMHO I believe a three level system in this day an age would be most beneficial. The Major and Major plus should be combined and the true AAA will be reclassified. AA and AAA should be combined as they prove the teams a means to demonstrate a progress warranting them to be at the next level. Jawood you must be in Oregon or Washington. The number of teams in your area limits the numbers at the top levels. You've heard Einstein on numerous occasions speak the praises of our association. He plays with teams in the top ten and is a heck of a hitter and pitcher. Maybe your Tournament association could implement some of the things used in Northern Calif. In NCSSA major team in all age Grp are ranked in the top 50 out of the 100 + teams. 50, 55, 60 major teams play each other on a consistent basis but the twist to this is that a 55 team that is AAA or AA also play against Major teams also. In certain situations teams are spotted runs or allowed the additional fielder, when playing a younger team. The teams and players don't see the issue with this as it affords them to play better competition in preparation for the bigger softball event. (TO GET BETTER YOU SHOULD PLAY BETTER AND STRONGER TEAMS). The team I play for has done this it has helped us to reach another of our team goals. We believe we can compete at the next level if not then we too will have to go the same process Corky's team is dealing with to get reclassified or obtain personnel to maintain the level. Ranking procedures aren't always the way we want, but at least there are ways to repair it. Just like the PPR and the HR limits, they too can be changed and repair the game. JMO Gentlemen best of luck this season and most of all, “Play the Game Love the Game!” Hitt2 |
| July 6, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: team ratings Taits No warning needed. Yes he has put together a very good team which I'm pleased to be a part of. There's one chief and a great Grp of guys forming a team not Superstars. I'm having one heck of a good time. I hope the magic continues at the next level. We'll see, we are going to play hard no matter the ranking. Are you going to Turlock this weekend? Hitt2 |
| July 6, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: team ratings Taits How's it going? Well the expected happened. We are now AAA. I would say that teams that were re-ranked had it done so due to wins or demonstrating they were playing above their level and were moved down. Either way the tables are turning for all. It's been good season so far, so we will continue to progress forward. Hitt2 |
| July 4, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: Players looking to join a team Discussion: Interested in the Stockton Area Team(s) What level of play AA AAA higher? What age grp are you looking to play in? Provide a little more info. |
| June 24, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Senior Boombah Bat Foothills - Taits The person I spoke to stated Bombah bat was being used in an ASA league. IF this bat is better that the Combat MM let me know. I doubt it to be so. The launch is a good bat, but they break too quickly. For your type of grip that is a good bat. I wish they offered the flare on the combat MM and grey models. The MM once broke in after about 75 swings I agree is as hot as an UII. Hitt2 |
| June 23, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Senior Boombah Bat Foothills The boombah might be putting a focus on ASA senior needs. this company is based in Chicago. From what I've read the mid west and east coast team need ASA bats and this might fit the bill for senior there. Myself I prefer the Combat line of bats for senior. UII's don't work for me. Hitts |
| June 23, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: no fences Einstein I wanted let you know I enjoyed our conversation in Oakdale about the balls/bat combos. It is good to share thoughts and address the outcome of the test held in Elk Grove and the players input being heard. It wasn't a positive outing for my team in Oakdale; we had several injuries occur, resulting in some time off being required. We'll see you in Turlock in a few weeks if you’re headed that way. Love hitting on open fields line drive travel forever. Turf surface out west are great for seniors we need more of them. Hitts |
| June 23, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Senior Boombah Bat Tait Called the company and spoke with a staff member. He stated that the bat was 100% composite and that they manufacture the bat. The young man I spoke with stated that his father uses the bat in the league they play in Chi-Town. He stated it good pop just a little less than a UII or combat. He added a very good league bat for seniors that can't use UII or Combats. Hitts |
| June 12, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: Associations Discussion: ASA tournments Pasqua If your looking for the person overseeing the Modesto area try Tom Eddy at Rainbow Fields and in the Merced are, Tim Winnet through the Merced P&R. It is every umpire goal to be a non factor in officiating a game. After 18 years of umpiring ASA, USSSA, and NSA. I have noted and my self include, when I first start I was viewed as you stated, but I was trying to provide the player the best game and put my focus on that. I knew the game the rule but the confidence and acceptance had to be earned. As time goes by this too is gained. I also know that due to the major turnover in umpires in the central valley. It isn't uncommon for a newbie, who's trying to do his best to appear very rigid. Talk to the T.D.’s and share your observation. Or you can become an umpire and demonstrate by example a positive approach. Passing info along in a constructive manner might be beneficial to all umpires and players. JAT HITT2 |
| May 13, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: Now we're talking amazing numbers for Reno 204 teams going to Reno. WOW!!!!!! Demise of softball I don't think so. Are teams being more selective as to the events they attend? I think so. I believe, it doesn’t matter about the rule changes, the ball or the bats. Ball players adjust, show up and participate. Hitt2 |
| May 13, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: reno/carson city 204 teams entered in Reno. Great numbers. All division & levels have 7 or more teams. Should be a great time had by all. Good luck to all. See you there Hitt2 |
| April 22, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Some of where our hard earned tax dollars will end up. Scott Your right we will be moving up in the next NCSSA tourney. Having a great time with this team. Your right we will have to be consistent in our play to earn the rings as they aren't a given. Our bracket this weekend was balanced and very competitive. Forcing outcome to come down to the tie breakers. We'll keep at it as you will also. Where are you playing next? Good luck in all of your efforts. |
| April 22, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Some of where our hard earned tax dollars will end up. Hey scott how are you doing? How'd you do this past weekend? |
| April 14, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: PPR DISCUSSION UPDATE Stretch14 Who are you referring to? |
| April 14, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: Women's softball Discussion: 3-day tourny's/ Women There is a 2 day tourney set for May 23 & 24 in Atwater Ca. For more info call 209 617-2824. |
| April 10, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: Women's softball Discussion: 40, 50, 55+ Womens -Warm Up Tournament before Rock'n Reno. Seeking Senior Women’s softball teams for tournament in Atwater Ca. May 23 & 24, 2009. Bracket determined by number of teams This would be a good warm-up for the Rock'n Reno. Please contact (209) 617-2824 Entry fee $275. |
| April 1, 2009 hitt2 | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Senior Womens warm-up tourney for Rock'n Reno Seeking Senior Women’s softball teams for tournament in Atwater Ca. May 23 & 24, 2009. This would be a good warm-up for the Rock'n Reno. Please contact (209) 617-2824 Entry fee $275. |
