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	2008 North Metro Little League Softball
Angels / Tigers

See Registration info or Click Here for 2008: District 2 Champions Congratulations to the 2006 Minors All Star team for the first ever North Metro District Softball Championship. Coached by Dan Trujillo, Frank Torres, and John Stewart the Minors team beat Shaw Heights in the championship game. The team then placed second in the State Tournament. Directors – Elias and Lynn Munoz Email – lkdhm@comcast.net Home – 303-252-0413 Elias Cell – 303-968-4662 Lynn Cell – 303-641-7958 That’s right it’s that time of year again, “SOFTBALL.” This year is bitter sweet, as many of you know David Knapp has been our director for six years, with the assistance of his wonderful wife Joan. But it is time for David to change gears a little. He will now be coaching his son’s baseball team. David and Joan will be dearly missed. We wish David and Joan the best, thanks for everything. General Information North Metro Softball was introduced again in the 2003 season. Last year we grew to 74 players on six teams within four different age divisions. As part of the little League system, we play under the Little League guidelines and rules. Our level of play has increased by having a large number of returning players. We encourage players of all abilities and feel that we have become more competitive in our upper divisions. All players are required to play a number of innings per game and the focus is on the development of each player. Softball Divisions – At all levels, North Metro accepts players of all levels of ability. Coach Pitch Division – (Ages 7 and 8) Introduced in 2006, the girls are taught basic catching, batting, and throwing supervised by a coach on the field, The coach pitches to the players during the games. The team uses a soft tossing ball allowing players to improve without fear of the harder softball. Minors Division – (Ages 9 and 10) Emphasis is on beginning pitching from a 35 feet distance. Players are taught basic pitching techniques trying to pitch within the strike zone. Most players are developing basic softball skills of catching, throwing, and batting. Strategy and plays of gaining outs are taught and applied. Majors Division – (Ages 11 and 12) Many players are demonstrating more advanced softball skills. Beginners are taught quickly as they develop fast. The level of competition is increased and strategy is more technical. The skill level takes a leap form the Minors Division and the playing speed is more rapid. Pitchers are nearing 35-40 MPH with more consistency. Pitchers throw from 40 feet. Junior Division – (Ages 13 and 14) Many players are competitive. A 12 inch ball is used. The pitchers are nearing 40-45 MPH with accuracy. Bunting and the short game of playing are developing. Some players have used this level to develop their skills to tryout for High School teams. Age Requirements The players age is determined by their age on December 31 of the year indicated on the chart below. 1993 – 14 – Juniors 1994 – 13 – Juniors 1995 – 12 – Majors 1996 – 11 – Majors 1997 – 10 – Minors 1998 – 9 - Minors 1999 – 8 – Coach Pitch 2000 – 7 – Coach Pitch Playing up a level – Conditions - (Decisions will be made on what’s best for each player.) Parents must apply to Softball Directors. Players may only move up one year ahead of their age. Successfully played on an All-Starr team the previous year. Must attend a tryout. Approval of higher level from coaches and Softball Directors. 8 year olds may apply for Minors. There must be space available at the next level. The number of registrations determine if a space is open. Players who play up a level are not eligible for that higher level for All-Stars. 2008 Registration Dates – (Bring a copy of birth certificate and three copies of proof of residency. We must have a copy on file.) Saturday, February 9^th – 9am-2pm at Northglenn Rec Center Saturday, February 16^th – 9am-2pm at Northglenn Rec Center Wednesday, February 27^th – 5pm-8pm at Fuddruckers on 120^thRegistration can take place at Softball Clinics and Tryouts. Player Cost – Includes uniforms, equipment, field maintenance, umpire fees, Little League fees, District 2 fees, City licenses, ect. All Softball levels - $110 Players must also donate $20 or sign up to do a fundraiser. Coaches – All coaches are volunteers who donate hundreds of hours of their time. Please respect their coaching decisions and effort. Some are just beginning and others are experienced. All coaches attend a coaching clinic and are monitored for quality. The Softball Directors handle any conflicts or problems. All coaches complete a background check by NMLL. Volunteers – We appreciate all volunteers who assist in a variety of ways: coaching, providing treats, keeping score, working concessions, etc.. Please ask Elias or Lynn on how you can assist. Uniforms – ( NMLL League Purchased) NMLL provides a new jersey and a visor for each softball player. Uniform – (Parent Purchased) Socks, white with a Navy blue stripe navy blue softball shorts and/or white softball pants You can order these at the registration. We will have prices and order form. No orders will be taken after March 10^th. Concessions We hope to have concessions this year, if you have ideas or would like to help please contact Elias or Lynn. Last year, we didn’t have volunteers enough to handle concessions. This is and opportunity to earn extra dollars to help with end of year parties and trophies. Fields Valley View East Field: 107^th and Federal –Behind the Honda dealership Rotary Field: 108^th and Quivas – Next to Westview Elementary Coach Pitch – Mike Lansing Field – 114^th and Navajo Tryouts – (These are actually practices to determine ability levels.) We try to make equal teams at each division. All players registered are assigned a team. Sunday, March 2^nd – Valley View East Coach Pitch/Minors 1pm-2pm Majors – 2pm-3pm Juniors – 3pm-4pm Saturday, March 8^th – Valley View East Coach Pitch/Minors 1pm-2pm Majors – 2pm-3pm Juniors – 3pm-4pmPractices/Game Schedules Practices begin Mid to late March Games begin Mid - April Games end in Mid – June Coach Pitch begins in late April All Star Selection or Tryout – Mid – June. Practices begin in Mid – June. All Star Tournament begins on or around July 5^th to July 20^th All Star Teams – If we have tow teams at each level, the coaches and Directors will select the players based on league performance. If we have three teams at a level, we will hold team nominations for players and then have tryouts. Coaches will be selected by the Softball Directors. Glove recommendation Each glove depends on the hand size. Coach Pitch/Minors – 9.5 inch to 11 inch Majors – 10.5 inch to 12.0 inch Juniors – 12 inch to 13.5 inch Bat recommendations – All bats need to be labeled “Fast Pitch” to be acceptable. When purchasing a bat, make sure the player can swing easily.
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