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| , Oct. 10, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Hall of Fame Points SSUSA Staff: Thanks, my original question per the private email was how many ATP players + MVP selection were awarded to a team winning the Vegas World Championship. Your response triggered the question on whether or not the MVP received points for the HOF, the answer is NO. I did review the HOF requirements called out on the SSHOF website. The player(s) path to be eligible to be nominated for the HOF: Point System Nomination Path Who is eligible? All nominees must be a minimum of 60 years old, have participated a minimum of 10 years in senior softball, and may begin earning nomination points at age 50. The following are the identified categories that are available for nominations: Player Players may earn the following points from playing in National or World Senior Tournaments. Major Plus & Major Classification 1 st Team All Tournament 1 Point AAA 1st Team All Tournament ½ Point A player must have a minimum of 8 total points to be considered for nomination. The player must provide booklets with the following information: Completed NSSHOF Application Picture of the nominee in uniform Pictures of all the All-World or All-American awards Newspaper Articles or written documents Letters of recommendation from former Managers, Players, Sponsors, or NSSHOF Members Capt Kirk Note: A little knowledge can be dangerous |
| , Oct. 7, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Hall of Fame Points Why doesn't the MVP of World Championship team accrue HOF Points? The MVP medal is given to all managers at the World Championship games in Vegas, you select one player from your team to receive the medal. I have given the MVP medal to players in the past, thinking those players would receive HOF points, but I understand from SSUSA that only ATP receive HOF points, not the MVP. Capt Kirk Note: In my opinion, If your team finishes 1-4 in the Vegas World Championship, the MVP selection should receive HOF points. Teams that finish 1-4 in the Vegas World Championship are awarded ATP's. |
| , Oct. 6, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Hall of Fame Points JB, under 11.1 rule of the rule book talks to SSUSA Hall of Fame and 11.2 talks to the National Fame of Fame (SPA). No details are called out. Our the Hall of Fame requirements the same for SPA and SSUSA? Note: The President of our league,Bill Altman, who started San Antonio Senior Softball League (SASSL), should be nominated in a category that is appropriate= for the Hall of Fame. |
| , Oct. 5, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Hall of Fame Points SSUSA: Pls clarify the Hall of Fame Points for (5) ATP and (1) MVP when a team wins a championship in Vegas. I checked the rule book in the Hall of Fame Section and I was unable to find any info on hall of fame points. Thanks Capt Kirk |
| , Sept. 30, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: 65 AA A great tournament with great teammates: Rick (Mgr), Marty, Terry, Billy, Ron, Fred, Larry, Ken, Jim M, Jim B, Mad Dog, JB, Vince, Juan, Eddie, Elroy, Mando. We have been knocking on the door for the last 2 years, finally won a world championship, Sore all over, but a good feeling, Our Manager did a great job to prepare us and the guys showed up for BP every day. We are looking forward in playing in the TOC in Feb., hopefully we can heal up and be ready to go. The wives did a great job in supporting us during the tournament and tolerating our aches and pains stories. Capt Kirk |
| , Sept. 22, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: Product review Discussion: Senior Softballs-44/375 I know that this topic has been discussed, which 44/375 senior softballs are the best for the hot and humid summers in South Texas? We currently use a 44/375 Trump Stote in out our league play. The Rock is used in Vegas for the World Championship, when we play in local tournaments here in South Texas we try to use the Baden fire. Capt Kirk |
| , Sept. 13, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: Teams looking for players Discussion: Texas 60's AA Team Needs Players for Vegas You sb able to add players from the same age group and rating I.E. 60's AA rated players: 4.2(2) • ADDING / RELEASING ROSTER PLAYERS If a qualified team's roster falls below 12/13 players, the team may apply to add players until it reaches the 12/13 player level. Those players may be from the same age group in the same or lesser skill level, or equivalent. |
| , Sept. 2, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Colin Kaepernick credibility? He was their starting QB in super bowl 47, he should be judged by his peers on his ability to play football not his political views. Capt Kirk Note: And what do they say about opinions? |
| , Aug. 30, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Colin Kaepernick Regardless of one's beliefs, the 1st amendment protects all citizens the right to: The First Amendment to the United States Constitution is a part of the United States Bill of Rights that protects freedom of speech, freedom of religion, freedom of assembly, freedom of the press, and right to petition. Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Capt Kirk |
| , Aug. 30, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: Standarized Format for Tournament Results In order to standardize tournament results for non-toc tournaments, I would recommend that TD's use LVSSA/SSUSA WORLD MASTERS CHAMPIONSHIPS format as a template for seed and bracket games results, to effectively communicate the results to the senior softball community. https://seniorsoftball.com/?event=922 Capt Kirk |
| , Aug. 26, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: Labor Day Classic Postponement I don't know all of the details why the Labor Day Classic in San Marcos, TX was cancelled and rescheduled to be played in Seguin, TX. I know that as a player who has played in a lot of tournaments in Texas, we are use to summer thunderstorms, it is welcome relief when we the rains come and cools things down for a moment. I have played in Texas Tournaments where the ump had to use a water bottle as a reference point for 2b, we dealt with it. Play Ball!!! Capt Kirk |
| , July 2, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: HOW TO PREVENT A HEATSTROKE Our Austin Senior Softball League plays on Monday's and Thursday's (Day Games). I have noticed a drop off in the number of players who are showing up (smart ones), that puts additional pressure on the players who do. I know that I have played as many (4) games, and the heat/humidity does take it's toll. The things that you should do to stay hydrate seems to go to the wayside in the heat of the battle. The league does a good job in providing water in the dugouts. I'm going to limit my playing to (2) games/day. Capt Kirk |
| , June 22, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: TX STATE CHAMPIONSHIP-TOC QUALIFIER Bob, we are all waiting on your let's get physical video, see you in Austin, good luck, except when you are play against us. Capt Kirk |
| , June 20, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: HOW TO PREVENT A HEATSTROKE It is hot here in Texas and playing softball in the heat of the day requires that a player take some steps to prevent having a heatstroke. We had a player playing league ball suffer a heat stroke: Prevention By Mayo Clinic Staff Heatstroke is predictable and preventable. Take these steps to prevent heatstroke during hot weather: Wear loosefitting, lightweight clothing. Wearing excess clothing or clothing that fits tightly won't allow your body to cool properly. Protect against sunburn. Sunburn affects your body's ability to cool itself, so protect yourself outdoors with a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses and use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15. Apply sunscreen generously, and reapply every two hours — or more often if you're swimming or sweating. Drink plenty of fluids. Staying hydrated will help your body sweat and maintain a normal body temperature. Take extra precautions with certain medications. Be on the lookout for heat-related problems if you take medications that can affect your body's ability to stay hydrated and dissipate heat. Never leave anyone in a parked car. This is a common cause of heat-related deaths in children. When parked in the sun, the temperature in your car can rise 20 degrees F (more than 6.7 C) in 10 minutes. It's not safe to leave a person in a parked car in warm or hot weather, even if the windows are cracked or the car is in shade. When your car is parked, keep it locked to prevent a child from getting inside. Take it easy during the hottest parts of the day. If you can't avoid strenuous activity in hot weather, drink fluids and rest frequently in a cool spot. Try to schedule exercise or physical labor for cooler parts of the day, such as early morning or evening. Get acclimated. Limit time spent working or exercising in heat until you're conditioned to it. People who are not used to hot weather are especially susceptible to heat-related illness. It can take several weeks for your body to adjust to hot weather. Be cautious if you're at increased risk. If you take medications or have a condition that increases your risk of heat-related problems, avoid the heat and act quickly if you notice symptoms of overheating. If you participate in a strenuous sporting event or activity in hot weather, make sure there are medical services available in case of a heat emergency. |
| , June 19, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Life Saving Technique- 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 (alone of course) after an unusually hard day on the job. 2. You're really tired, upset and frustrated. 3. Suddenly you start experiencing severe pain in your chest that starts to drag out into your arm and up in to your jaw. You are only about five km from the hospital nearest your home. 4. Unfortunately you don't know if you'll be able to make it that far. 5. You have been trained in CPR, but the guy that taught the course did not tell you how to perform it on yourself. 6. HOW TO SURVIVE A HEART ATTACK WHEN ALONE? Since many people are alone when they suffer a heart attack without help, the person whose heart is beating improperly and who begins to feel faint, has only about 10 seconds left before losing consciousness. 7. However, these victims can help themselves by coughing repeatedly and very vigorously. A deep breath should be taken before each cough, and the cough must be deep and prolonged, as when producing sputum from deep inside the chest. A breath and a cough must be repeated about every two seconds without let-up until help arrives, or until the heart is felt to be beating normally again. 8. Deep breaths get oxygen into the lungs and coughing movements squeeze the heart and keep the blood circulating. The squeezing pressure on the heart also helps it to regain a normal rhythm. In this way, heart attack victims can get help or to a hospital. 9. Tell as many other people as possible about this. It could save their lives! 10. A cardiologist says If everyone who gets this email, & kindly sends it to 10 people, you can bet that we'll save at least one life. 11. Rather than sending jokes, please ...... contribute by forwarding this email which can save a person's life.... 12. If this message comes around to you ......more than once.....please don't get irritated.....U need to be happy that you have many friends who care about you & you are being reminded of how to tackle....Heart attacks.... when you are alone. |
| , June 19, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: TX STATE CHAMPIONSHIP-TOC QUALIFIER Earlier, are you crazy, probably. Chill out, it is father's day. Sometimes you just have to go with the flow, Del Griffith (John Candy) in Planes, Trains, & Automobiles. Capt Kirk |
| , June 19, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: TX STATE CHAMPIONSHIP-TOC QUALIFIER Since the TX State Championship (44 teams in 2015, 58 teams in 2016) has increased by a +14 teams, Austin sb the permanent home for the Texas State Championship. Scheduling all future games at Krieg fields will require staring the tournament earlier in the week. What about the 40's teams, are there any plans to have a 40's division in the future? Capt Kirk |
| , June 12, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: TX STATE CHAMPIONSHIP-TOC QUALIFIER Dave Dowell, if I see you at one of the local drinking establishments, I will buy you a drink or two for setting up the 65 AA seed/bracket games that takes into account that we are 65+, great job!. We played in the Austin Shootout on Saturday, it was hot and humid and after playing (3) games you could have stuck a fork in mad dog, we were done! Capt Kirk |
| , June 9, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: TX STATE CHAMPIONSHIP-TOC QUALIFIER The word on the street is that more teams have signed up to play in the TX State Championship (60+) than ever. Hopefully there will be enough teams for every age group/rating, Looking forward to it. Juan in Million has some good breakfast tacos: http://www.bing.com/search?q=juan%20in%20million%20austin%20tx&pc=cosp&ptag=C1AAFF9D802FC&form=CONMHP&conlogo=CT3210127 Capt Kirk |
| , May 31, 2016 Capt Kirk | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: TX STATE CHAMPIONSHIP-TOC QUALIFIER https://seniorsoftball.com/?event=1025 |
