Frequently-Asked QuestionsUpdated June 1 2008
What is the deadline for registration?
Sept. 13, 2008.
Will you accept registrations after the deadline?
Yes, but only to the extent that teams still have openings and do not exceed their maximum size. There will be a $25 late fee to register after September 13. No registrations will be accepted after September 20.
Our daughter is registered, so when will we hear from a coach regarding assignment to a team and the schedule for games and practices?
Teams are finalized after the registration deadline. If you have not heard from a coach by Sept. 18, contact agsasoftball@comcast.net or the AGSA Hotline,703-237-6365.
When will practices and games begin? When does the season end?
Practices will begin on or soon after Sept 13. Season starts Sept. 20 and ends Nov. 1.
What times/days of the week are games and/or practices?
It depends on the player’s age and the league in which she plays. Further information is available at www.eteamz.com/agsa. Most Pixie and Pigtail league games are held at Arlington Traditional School on Saturdays.
My daughter is only 8 (or younger) and she has never played softball before. Will she have to try out? Will she be able to compete with the other girls?
Skill levels vary widely in the Pixies - this is a low stress league - we try to have fun and learn the basics of softball (hitting, throwing, fielding, and running bases). At this age level, the emphasis is on fun and learning the game, not competition.
What do I have to buy?
Uniforms (cap/visor & t-shirt) are provided at no extra cost. Socks can be purchased through the team. Girls will need a softball glove, but all other equipment is provided. AGSA recommends you buy a batting helmet, but it is not required. Team helmets will be available. AGSA sells them at cost for $20. Write your name and phone number on the glove (and helmet if you buy one). Girls should wear sweatpants if it’s cold, and comfortable shoes for running (no need for cleats).
My daughter hasn’t played before. How do you make up teams?
New girls are assigned by age, school and neighborhood. If you have any preferences for teammates, coaches or existing teams, let us know as soon as possible.
Which League Do I Sign Up For?
League eligibility is determined by the age of the player on Sept. 30 of the year in question, and is closely aligned with Arlington Public Schools guideline for ages and grades.
Fall Ball is a low key, developmental season, and girls play "up" into the league they will be playing in during the next spring season. So the cutoff for the age of eligibility is Sept. 30, 2009 (not 2008).
Girls who are in Kindergarten or 1st Grade in the fall, nominally ages 5 and 6 as of September 30, 2009, will play in the Pixie League. 2nd and 3rd Graders, ages 7 and 8 in fall 2009, will play in Pigtail League. The Ponytail League comprises girls in 4th and 5th Grades, roughly ages 9 and 10 in the fall. Girls in 6th Grade and above, ages 11 and up in the fall, will play in the Underwood League. The date for determining age of eligibility is Sept. 30, 2009.
Younger players who want to play up with their friends and classmates in an older league may do so only upon the recommendation of their coach and the approval of the League Commissioner. This is done on a case-by-case basis to ensure that the player is ready to move to the higher level of competition. If your daughter is underage and you are considering moving her up to an older league, we recommend that you first contact your spring season coaches to ask their opinion.
There is no provision for older players who want to play in a younger league. Such players must play in the league for which they are eligible. If this causes difficulty, please discuss the situation with your daughter's coach.
How do I qualify for financial aid?
We use the honor system: all you have to do is ask. But you will need to use a paper form to register. Online registration requires you to use a credit card.
Where do I register online or get a paper registration form?
Go to AGSA’s homepage--www.eteamz.com/agsa --and in the left hand column click on Registration, then click on Fall08RegistrationForm. Alternatively, telephone us at 703-237-6365 or send an email to agsasoftball@comcast.net and we'll send a form back as an attachment.
How do I register online?
Go to www.eteamz.com/agsa and click on the button at the top of the home page. Or click on this link to go directly to registration:
http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1595658
I would like to sponsor my daughter’s team. What is the process?
The Sponsor Fact Sheet-2008 outlining the AGSA sponsors program is available for download in pdf format on the AGSA website. Click on the “Sponsors” link at the left side of the home page of the Arlington Girls Softball Association website.
I have a special concern that this FAQ has not covered. How do I contact my league’s commissioner?
Email your commissioner as shown below, or call AGSA at 703-237-6365.
Pixie: Paul Klontz at: pklontz@comcast.net
Pigtail: Craig Morris at: crgmrrs@mac.com
Ponytail: Robert Taylor at: robertj.taylor@comcast.net
Underwood: Fred Leonard at: fkleonard@msn.com
I have a question about registration. How can I get help? Contact Paul Merrion, AGSA Registrar, at 703-237-6365 or agsasoftball@comcast.net
