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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
___________________________________________________________________________
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
Other Notes: