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Mike Williams
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Norco, CA
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Men's 40
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| Oct. 3, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: Players looking to join a team Discussion: 40+ Player Available for Phoenix My team isn't going this year. Contact me: oldschoolmasters@yahoo.com with your phone no. It will be worth your while. Thanks, Mike Williams |
| Sept. 30, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: Ball ? Eminem4: The ball most used at the SSUSA World Tourney is the Trump 44/375. Everyone has their opinion about that ball. That's the ball I use in BP. I have no problem with it. I get alot of use out of these and I beleive they will hold up just fine in Phoenix. I have never known SSUSA to use anything hotter than that and can't imagine that they will since we're swinging the Miken U2's. Hope this helps. Mike Williams Master's Director |
| Sept. 29, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: Bats Discussion: New Machenko bats Uhhh...uhmmm...hmmmmm.... |
| Sept. 25, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: Should Major Plus be combined with Major teams I may not be 50 yet, but I'm not far away,so, of course I'm interested. In the "kids" divisions (ASA, NSA, USSSA) the player is rated based on the level the team plays or at what level the team plays. If the team breaks up for whatever reason, the rating remains with that player. The player has the right to appeal the rating. The player fills out a form explaining why he/she thinks the rating is (usually) to high, the team(s) they played for, managers name(s), position, batting avg., number of starts, played at worlds, etc. Then the director of that division reviews the information provided, calls the manager(s) and verifys the info. Then the director takes this info to the board and they vote on the appeal, yes or no. The appeals are only considered from January thru June in most cases. As you can see, this is not by any means a slam dunk....and I don't think it should be. I think that if you are rated because of a team you played for, unless you sat on the bench, kept the book and chased water for the other players that you earned your rating just a the rest did...always a team effort. Mike Williams Old School Masters #9 Anaheim, CA |
| Sept. 25, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: Players looking to join a team Discussion: Looking for major or AAA team in So Cal What age level? |
| Sept. 17, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Rock 'N Roll Trivia 6 I'm getting educated here! |
| Sept. 16, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Softball At Sea If I asked my wife to go on a cruise and oh by the way I'm playing 4 games of softball...I'd be in soooo much trouble.....It does sound like fun, though. |
| Sept. 16, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Major teams being redistributed to AAA and Major plus Taits: I'll give this some more thought. With any luck and discussion, they'll/we'll come up with something. Mike Williams Old School Masters |
| Sept. 16, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Major teams being redistributed to AAA and Major plus Taits: Yes...it would be alot of work, however, what this would bring to the table I think would outweigh the time and effort it would take to get it going. I also beleive that all of the reputable senior associations would benefit from a list like this. A similar list is used by all of the local SoCal associations and while it's not perfect, it really takes alot of the guess work out of it. Again, another subject to be hashed up at the Summit. Mike Williams Old School Masters |
| Sept. 16, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Major teams being redistributed to AAA and Major plus I've been reading some very interesting views on this subject and since I'm 2 years away from playing in the 50's, I'm paying close attention. Obviously there need to be differences in the way senior style softball is handled compared to the way the "kids" do it, i.e. ASA, USSSA, ISA, NSA etc. The "Snowbird" rule, the homerun rules, limited runs per inning and using the Ultra II are a few of these. These are my opinions(for what their worth....) 1. The divisions are already set, i.e. M+, M, AAA, AA. It doesn't matter how you call it. It could be Major, A, B, etc. It's all the same. 2. I notice there is a "Team Rating" link on this website. That's fine. What about "Player Ratings?" I, as a manager would want to know about certain players...where they live and what their rating. 3. Once a team has qualified at a certain level, they remain at that level for the season. If the team finishes in the, let's say top 3...they move up. If they finish at say .500 or lower, they can appeal to move down. The move has to be approved by a "body" of people...not just 1-2 individuals. Anytime a team makes roster changes i.e. new players, they have to requalify for the upcoming world tourney. I realize may not be popular because of injuries or health issues, but you have to have foundation in the orginization. 4. Once you are rated, you can only move down by appeal as mentioned before or when you reach the next level, i.e 50 to 55 or 55 to 60 or if you've been inactive for a period of 1 year i.e a full season. I may be citing some rules that are already in place. I think everyone will agree that you're always going to have teams that are very strong or heavily rostered. I don't personally think that mixing or splitting the divisions will solve any problems that may exist. I've also read where teams may be "sandbagging" in order to keep a current status...Major or AAA. I don't think there is anything you can do about that. Those teams are their own worst enemy. Sooner or later they'll move up. I'm sure this will get alot of feedback. I also think that many of these subjects should be discussed at the Summit. I know this for sure...we're all playing because we love it. No one forces us to go out and do this. Remember that!!! Respect to all.... Mike Williams Manager #9 Old School Master's |
| Sept. 14, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Out at the plate Lecak, George & Steve: It was great to see you guys yesterday. Your team looks great and I'm sure you will do well in Phoenix. Einstein: I should have introduced myself. We'll meet next time. George: remember....50 in 2011!! Take care all, Mike Williams |
| Sept. 11, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: New 40 Men's Masters Rule I don't think there will be any "caveing in" regarding this rule. As a matter of fact...I can guarantee it. Either a team drops the Major Players or they play Major Plus...that's it. BTW-Headbully....you should call me. |
| Sept. 10, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: Cesar Chavez - Phx Worlds Like I said in a previous thread, we played at C.C. 2 years ago and had no troubles. I didn't care for the surrounding area, but the park was fine. Pros and cons to everything, guys. Seattle was beatiful...and it rained. Just the way it is. |
| Sept. 10, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Phoenix Worlds I don't know for sure, but should be 18-20 teams. |
| Sept. 10, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: Bats Discussion: New Mike Macenko Senior Gear 13 inchers are in. I've always been a Miken guy, but I'm in hopes that I can give this new Macenko model a try this weekend when I see George and Steve and pick on that wimp Lecak.....oh...did I just say that???heeheehee |
| Sept. 9, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: New 40 Men's Masters Rule I've seen it. There's 1 for sure that must be 60 or close to it. Don't know what happened there as he quit in around 1994. |
| Sept. 9, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: Rules of the game Discussion: New 40 Men's Masters Rule This is a great rule and it makes good sense. Anyone who is on the ASA or USSSA Major Player's List is probably being paid to play and therefore considered a professional. What happens with this rule is the playing field is leveled. Any 40+ team that has a Major Player on the roster can keep them and play Master's Major Plus or drop them and play lower. This only affects 40+ Master's teams. All 40+ teams will know where they stand. |
| Sept. 8, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: 40 and over phoenix worlds Headbully: Give me a call...714/393-6453 FOG |
| Sept. 8, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: General and miscellaneous Discussion: Ceasar CVhavez fields in Phoenix The 40+ division played there 2 years ago. I agree with most of what is being said except they did have a snackbar set up for us. We had no problems there but that was a real "ratty" side of town. Bring your "Easyup" awnings!! |
| Sept. 4, 2008 F.O.G. | Topic: Tournaments Discussion: LVSSA Tournament last weekend Hey Joe...are these guys picking on you??? You need some help???? Sounds like this was a good tourney. Funny stuff! |
