2013 south arkansas shockwave tryout packet

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South Arkansas

Shockwave2013 Tryout Registration Packet

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2013 South Arkansas Shockwave

Player / Parent Information Sheet

To: All Potential South Arkansas Shockwave Players and Parents

With the 2013 player tryouts fast approaching, we would like to thank you and

your daughter(s). Please carefully read this information BEFORE committing

to South Arkansas Shockwave Softball Program. While tournament softball

teams are vastly rewarding and fun for all, it REQUIRES a level of commitment

from both the player(s) and parents.

TOURNAMENT SOFTBALL REQUIRES YOUR COMMITMENT!

Parent involvement and participation is a critical requirement on every

tournament team. With your daughter's selection to the team, you, as a parent,

are also joining the team. When determining your vacation plans or other

activities, you will need to consider the team's game and tournament schedule.

Tournament team softball will begin sometime in early fall in preparation for the

upcoming fall ball season. There will be practice with some limited indoor

practices during the winter months. The locations will be discussed after theteam has been selected as a member of the team. We encourage girls to play

other sports; however missing practices and tournament games can affect how

much your daughter will play, the position(s) she may play, and her selection for

the team the following year.

TOURNAMENT SOFTBALL IS A TEAM COMMITMENT AND CONTINUED

ABSENCES AFFECT THE OVERALL ABILITY OF THE ENTIRE TEAM!!



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Tryouts

Tryouts will occur annually in July for the following fall ball and summer

tournament seasons. Girls will be evaluated in the areas of hitting, fielding,

throwing, and running. Evaluators will consist of a group of coaches with anexpertise in softball fundamentals.

During tryouts parents are asked to stay in the bleachers and away from the

players unless requested. This will minimize the distraction to the girls and

allow the evaluators to do their jobs. For safety reasons, we do not want the girls

swinging bats and throwing balls while in the dugout.

Selection ProcessThe number of players the South Arkansas Shockwave will field is determined

by the coaching staff. Our goal is to assemble a competitive team with the

purpose of playing competitive fast pitch softball. We may have a large number

of girls that tryout each year, and unfortunately, some girls will not make the

South Arkansas Shockwave team. We encourage those girls that are not placed

on the roster to continue to work with the recreational league or another

tournament team and continue to develop her skills and tryout again the

following season. There may be the opportunity to have an off season clinic open

to all girls to help develop those skills.

Some or all of the factors described below will be taken into consideration when

selecting a player to the roster:

Prior year's performances and commitment to a previous recreational and/

or tournament team.

Attitude and hustle

Evaluations from the prior season, if applicable.

Interview with previous head coach and assistant coaches, if applicable.



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Tryout scores following the skills evaluation at tryouts

The best advice we can give you is to work with your daughter(s) every day to

improve her skills.

Roster AnnouncementsWe anticipate that the final selection process will be complete four (4) days after

the completion of tryouts. It will be the responsibility of the player's parent/

guardian to ensure that the application contains a valid email address or phone

number during or prior to the tryouts.

The final roster will be posted to the Facebook page:

South Arkansas ShockwaveOnce the rosters are announced the decision of coaches will be final. Any

questions following the selection process can be address to Gary Simmons.

Traveling Requirements

The South Arkansas Shockwave will typically play a minimum of 4 tournaments

during each season. The goal is to play one tournament every other weekend

and practice at minimum of two days per week. The head coach will make the

tournament selection with the input from the assistance coaches. More

tournaments are encouraged, but are at the discretion of the head coach.

The team will be registered to play in 14U USSSA (United States Speciality

Sports Association), 14U ASA (Amateur Softball Association), 14U USFA

(United States Fastpitch Association), and 14U AFA (American Fastpitch

Association).

There is a growing trend of players to play for multiple teams. This is

discouraged by the program and must be reviewed with your coach prior to

participation. South Arkansas Shockwave team members that are playing for



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an outside Non-South Arkansas Shockwave team are not allowed to compete

against the South Arkansas Shockwaves.

Individual Player / Parent Cost Information

The fees will be identified upon selection to the team roster. Please note that an

initial deposit is due within one month of your selection. Your head coach will

communicate with you regarding the exact amount of the deposit.

Fundraising or additional contributions by the team will be necessary in order

to cover all other costs associated with tournament softball (e.g. team apparel,

team party, additional tournament entry fees, hotel costs, etc.)

Questions and inquiries may be directed to the South Arkansas Shockwave Team

Directors.

Thank you all for your interest and participating in the try outs for South

Arkansas Shockwave 2013 Tournament Team!



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Discipline Policy

You are a representative of the entire team, coaches, and parents.

Unsportsmanlike conduct will not be tolerated

Must always be prepared for practice and game with uniform, glove, bat,

cleats, water, and a positive attitude.

24 hour rule - no family member will approach coaches about the softball game

until 24 hours after the game as this will prevent any "heat of the moment"

discussions. Emotions run high after games and this will give all parties a

chance to let the adrenaline rush diminish.

If players have questions about their playing time, they need to approach their

coach(es). Coaches will not discuss playing time with parents/guardians.

Players are not guaranteed playing time at any time. Attitude, work ethic, and

attendance are all determining factors. Each practice and game is crucial to

the playing time.

As an athlete, you should support your fellow teammates in practice and

games and realize that the team will be the best if all girls work together on

and off the field.

Understand that coaches are organizing practice to make the team better. Any

suggestions that coaches make should not be taken personally but rather

accepted to improve yourself and the team.

Absolutely no drug or alcohol use will be permitted at any function associated

with the team including practices and games. If a player or parent appear to be

under influence of drugs or alcohol, they will be asked to leave the premises

immediately and will relinquish the position on the team roster immediately.



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Social Media Policy - anything negatively representing or discussing the South

Arkansas Shockwave players, coaches, or parents that is posted on Facebook,

Twitter, Instagram, etc, may result in immediate relinquish of the position on

the team roster immediately or suspension of the player for a specified

duration.

I am acknowledging that I have read and understand that if I violate these

guidelines that my coaches may ask for the return of my uniform and I must

relinquish my position on the team roster without receiving a refund of any fees

paid.

Print Players Name:

_____________________________________________________________________________

Players Signature:

_____________________________________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature:

___________________________________________________________ Date: ____________



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2013 South Arkansas Shockwave Tournament

Team Tryout Waiver Form

I acknowledge the player candidate has my permission to voluntarily participate in the

South Arkansas Shockwave Tournament Team Tryout Session. I understand that

while the player candidate is participating in this tryout there is a risk of injury. I

understand that such an injury can range from minor to major injury. In the case of a

medical emergency, I authorize the coaches to seek medical treatment. I understand

and accept I am responsible for all medical expenses in the event of injury or illness. I

understand that the player candidate is and must be covered by her own medical

insurance.

I hereby waive, for myself and the player candidate, any and all claims, causes ofaction, right to entitlements, suits or damages against South Arkansas Shockwave

Tournament Team, including any and all of its agents or representatives, as a result of

or in conjunction with my participation during this tryout. I understand that

participation in tryouts is not a guarantee of a position with the team for the upcoming

season and no implied guarantee of a position has been made to me or the player

candidate.

I verify that the player candidate has no physical disabilities, impairments, or other

medical condition that will inhibit participation of softball sport activities.

I, the undersigned, on behalf of herself/himself, the player candidate, and any other

parent have read this form carefully and understand all information contained in this

release.

Name of Player Candidate _____________________________________ Birth Year _________

Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian ________________________________________________

Printed Name of Parent/Legal Guardian ____________________________________________

Date ______________



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2013 South Arkansas Shockwave

Tryout Registration FormDate _____________

Player Candidate Name _____________________________________________________Nickname __________________________________________________________________

Parent/Legal Guardian Name ________________________________________________

Street Address ______________________________________________________________

City _______________________ State _________________________ Zip _____________

Home Phone ____________________________ Cell Phone _________________________

Email Address ______________________________________________________________

Player Candidate Information:

Date of Birth __________________________ Age as of 1/1/2014 __________________

School ________________________________ Grade as of 9/2013 __________________

(Please bring a copy of Birth Certificate)

Previous Fastpitch Team Names & Primary Position(s)

2012 ________________________________________ Position(s) ___________________

2011 ________________________________________ Position(s) ___________________

2010 ________________________________________ Position(s) ___________________

Bats: Right / Left / Both Throws: Right / Left

Pitches: Right / Left / N/A

If trying out as a pitcher, if applicable please list the of current pitching coach

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Other Sports Played _______________________________________________________

For Team Use Only:

On File: Birth Certificate Waiver Form Discipline Policy



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South Arkansas Shockwave Tryout Form

Player Candidate Name ___________________________ Player Birth Year _________

Parent / Guardian Name(s) __________________________________________________

Email Address ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

***Please fill in all information above this line***Speed Running Time in Seconds: Home to 1st __________ 1st to 3rd __________

Bats: Right / Left / Both Throws: Right / Left

Pitches: Right / Left / N/A

Batting Attitude / Hustle A B C D FCircle: 1 (Lowest) 10 (Highest) Notes:

Technique 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Power 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Contact 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Bunting 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Overall 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Notes:Outfield Attitude / Hustle A B C D F

Circle: 1 (Lowest) 10 (Highest) Notes:Fielding 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

ThrowingAccuracy

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Arm Strength 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Overall 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Notes:


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1 - Very Poor2 - Poor (Needs lots of work)3 - Poor (Needs a significant amount of improvement)4 - Improvement Needed5 - Average6 - Above Average7 - Good (Needs little work)8 - Good9 - Very Good (Above most players at this level)10 - Excellent

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