Welcome Parents, Players and Friends!

Welcome Players, Parents & Friends!

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UPDATED March 19

Welcome to the home of

Lower Loudoun Girls Softball League!

Scholarship applications being accepted through April 25. Click the "Business" link on the left to obtain a form.

HAVE A QUESTION, IDEA, SUGGESTION?

We love hearing from our members!

As we are all volunteers, the best way to reach us is generally by email. See the BUSINESS page for a list of email addresses for the board members.

PLAYER ASSESSMENTS - IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

Now that registration has closed, we conduct PLAYER ASSESSMENTS. The purpose of the assessments is to determine each player's skill set, so she can be drafted on a team. Our goal is to ensure we have a balance of skill sets on each team. This year's assessment date is March 29.

Please plan to check in at least 15 minutes before the assigned time.

10U (9:00AM to 10:00AM...check in by 8:45AM)

12U (10:00AM to 11:30AM...check in by 9:45AM)

14U (11:30AM to 1:00PM...check in by 11:15AM)

Player assessments will be held at DST in Sterling, on Cascades Pkwy.

If you are a player who:

is playing softball for the first time (except 6u or 8u)

is moving to a new age group (not moving from 6u to 8u)

is interested in changing teams

You should plan to attend the assessment day.

After assessments are complete, players will be drafted. The current schedule calls for player drafts on March 31 and April 1. Only coaches attend the draft. Once the draft is complete, coaches will contact players and arrange for the initial parent meeting and first practice. Games start the week of April 7.

Join our league this Spring!

Registration for the 2008 Spring Season is now open! Girls are welcome to register for the division based on their age as of January 1st.

Visit our online registration site, by clicking here.

REGISTRATION RE-OPENED AND EXTENDED THROUGH FRIDAY, MARCH 14. PLEASE REGISTER TODAY!!

REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO A NON-REFUNDABLE LATE FEE OF $25, AND YOU MAY BE PLACED ON A WAITING LIST, IF THAT AGE GROUP IS FULL.

Our league is proud to be part of the Loudoun County Softball Alliance, as well as the Loudoun Youth Sports Council. We are dedicated to working with girls of all ages who are interested in developing their skills is this great game! We play with our neighboring leagues to further promote competition and gamesmanship.

What Division Should I Register For?

If your age on 1/1/08 was:	Sign up for:
5 or 6	Little Juniors (tee-ball)
7 or 8	Juniors (coach/machine pitch)
9 or 10	Minors (player pitch)
11 or 12	Majors (player pitch)
13 or 14	Seniors (player pitch)
15, 16, 17, 18	Graduates (player pitch)

Parents: If your daughter has skills that more closely match a different division, contact Mr. Pat Ward, our Director of Operations. We'll be glad to work with you to determine the proper placement.

The dates for player assessments will be determined shortly.

NOTE FOR PROSPECTIVE COACHES AND VOLUNTEERS--

The league's success depends on many people willing to volunteer time toward many tasks. The more volunteers we have, the less time required by volunteers. We hope you'll consider giving a few hours to the Spring season. In particular:

* Coaches: We need coaches in the 6u, 8u and 10u age groups. Our girls rely on our coaches to assist with instruction on the game of softball. Many find it helpful to "share" coaching responsibilities with 1 or 2 others. If you are interested, click on the FORMS link, found under the Business menu, and complete a volunteer participation form. COACHES: DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR A POSITION IS MARCH 14TH.

* Fundraising coordinator: We need someone who can assist in coordinating our fundraising activities. This function works with the league VP to develop a program.

* Umpires: We pay $30 per game for our umpires in the 10u age group. Anyone 14 years of age and over are invited to participate in this program. Training and uniform/equipment are provided. Complete an application form, found on the FORMS page, under the Business link. Questions can be directed to Pat Ward (operations@llgsl.com).

LLGSL is proud to be a Charter Member of the

Loudoun County Softball Alliance

LLGSL is pleased to be part of the recently formed Loudoun County Softball Alliance. Below is a copy of the text from a recent press release.

Unprecedented Softball Alliance Formed Across Loudoun County and Beyond

January 16, 2008 – Leesburg Girls Softball League (LGSL) , Lower Loudoun Girls Softball League (LLGSL), Ashburn Girls Softball League (AGSL), Upper Loudoun Girls Softball League (ULGSL) and Reston/Herndon Girls Softball League (HOYS) are proud to announce the creation of a formal alliance that represents all of the premier girls fast-pitch softball organizations within and near Loudoun County. This remarkable alliance is the first of its kind to cross leagues and benefit the same sport.

The Loudoun County Softball Alliance (LCSA) symbolizes the cooperation and commitment of the five leagues to participate in inter-league play under common sets of rules. LCSA also provides the maximum opportunities available for the girls to play softball. The Alliance represents 1,500 players from 5 different leagues.

"We are all excited about being part of this Alliance. It will give the girls an opportunity to play more teams which will help them develop their skills, promote friendships, teamwork, and respect for others," said Todd Evans, President, Leesburg Girls Softball League.

The leagues represented in the alliance provide opportunities for girls of all skill levels aged 5-18 to participate in fast-pitch softball. The opportunities offered range from tee-ball up to travel programs for girls seeking to play at the college level. This is the first such alliance for the fast-pitch leagues playing in Loudoun County.

For more information contact loudounsballiance@verizon.net or check out the Alliance website (www.freewebs.com/lcsa).

Directions to the Baseliners Dugout:

The dugout is located at 21800 Town Center Plaza, Warehouse #37, Sterling

This is the shopping center where Washington Sports Club and Glory Days are located. The warehouse is around the back of the shopping center, directly below the beauty supply. Drive around past the Merchants or the 7-11, and continue to the back of the shopping center. There is a sign marking the location. There is parking at the location. Phone number at the Dugout is 703-430-2432.

Mark your calendars!

Next membership meeting will be:

March 31, 2008

beginning at 8:15pm at the Baseliners Dugout, 21800 Town Center Plaza, Sterling (directly behind Washington Sports Club).

REGISTRATION & SCHEDULES

Remember, our schedules are posted on Sportability. Visit often to stay informed!

www.sportability.com/llgsl