The softball season
Where we train
We are affiliated with and compete in the
‘Adelaide Competition’ of Softball SA. The
season commences in October and concludes in
March/April, with a break over the late
December/early January holiday period.
All players are expected to attend training and to
notify their coach if they cannot attend a training
session.
We train at Waite Oval, cnr Fullarton Road and
Claremont Avenue Netherby. Pre-season training for
all grades is on Sundays from 10.00 am until 12 noon.
Once the season commences all grades will train on
Tuesdays from 5pm. Teams will be advised of their
training time.
Teams
Teams are entered in the following grades:
A, B, C, D
U17 – born in 1996 or 1997
U15 – born in 1998 or 1999
U13 – born in 2000 or 2001
U11 – born in 2002, 2003, 2004 but must turn 8
before they can play.
Players can play in a higher age group or senior
team providing they have the required skill level.
Junior players must nominate if they wish to play
in a higher junior grade or a senior grade. Juniors
who do not nominate to play in a higher grade
will only play up a grade to avoid a forfeit or to
have a reserve on the bench.
Where we play
All games are played at Barratt Reserve, West
Beach Road, West Beach. Adequate car parking
is available. A diamond map is included in this
booklet.
Game times
All games are played on a Saturday afternoon:
U11, U13, U17
U15
12 noon – duration 75 minutes
2.00 pm – duration 75 minutes
B, C, D grades
either at 2.00 pm, 4.00 pm or
6.00 pm – duration 75 minutes
(B grade 90 minutes)
A grade
either at 2.00 pm, 4.00 pm or
6.00 pm (some games will be
scheduled on a Wednesday at
7.00 pm) – duration 90 minutes
All players are required to arrive 1 hour before
game time for warm up.
Our Fees
Please refer to the registration day newsletter or our
website for the current fees and policy.
Club uniform and equipment
Each team has a kit containing bats, balls, helmets,
catchers protective gear and a first aid kit. Shelters
are available for all teams.
Playing uniform:
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Navy shorts
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White sliders (optional)
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Club top
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Club socks
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Club cap/hat/visor
All players should have their own glove. Protective
gear (hats, shinguards & mouthguards) are highly
recommended and compulsory for juniors. Training
tops and hoodies are also available. All uniform
items will be available for purchase or order on
uniform day. U11 playing tops are available for
hire. Please refer to our website for a current list of
uniform items and prices.
Game cancellation
Games are very rarely cancelled. Even if the
weather appears inclement, players are required to
be at West Beach at the required time. In the
event of an early cancellation, coaches/managers
will advise their team.
Softball SA Hot Weather Policy
Juniors (Under 11, Under 13, Under 15 and Under 17)
The event or activity will be cancelled if the
forecast maximum temperature (ambient
temperature) as advised by the Bureau of
Meteorology at 7am on the day of the event or
activity is 38 degrees or higher at West Beach. This
forecast is to be obtained by accessing website
www.weatherzone.com.au and entering location
post code (5024 for West Beach) and follow the
prompts after 7am on the day of the event or
activity. This will provide a forecast for the closest
reporting location to West Beach (Adelaide
Airport).
Seniors (All grades)
The event or activity will be cancelled if the
forecast maximum temperature (ambient
temperature) as advised by the Bureau of
Meteorology at 7am on the day of the event or
activity is 40 degrees or higher at West Beach. This
forecast is to be obtained by accessing website
www.weatherzone.com.au and entering location
postcode (5024 for West Beach) and follow the
prompts after 7am on the day of the event or
activity. This will provide a forecast for the closest
reporting location to West Beach (Adelaide
Airport).
Carnivals & State representation
Sturt enters teams in the October long weekend junior
carnival which is held at West Beach. The Senior State
Championships are held in January at West Beach
and Junior State Championships are held in February
(usually in a different SA region each year). Sturt
enters teams in both of the junior tournaments. The
Waverley Easter Carnival (Victoria) is also a regular
event for Sturt junior teams.
We encourage our players to attend State team trials.
Information about these carnivals and trials is
circulated throughout the season.
Team roles
For every team we register we must also have a
coach, a team manager, a scorer and an umpire.
These positions are filled by volunteers (players,
parents, supporters) who are able to provide the
required time and energy commitment to these roles.
Express your interest in any of these roles on
Registration Day.
Sponsorship
Refer to our website for sponsorship packages.
Social
Sturt does not have Clubrooms but we still have an
active social calendar. This usually includes activities
such as a Quiz Night held early in the season, a mid
season Club Day at West Beach and an end of
season Presentation Dinner that all Club members and
friends are encouraged to attend.
Communication
Our website www.sturtfalcons.softball.org.au will
provide you with up to date Club information
including upcoming events, game results/ladders,
photos etc. Information is also communicated
throughout the Club by email.
Club newsletters are issued 4 times during the season.
Contact us
Contact our Club Secretary, Carol Tonkin, at
sturtfalcons@gmail.com (or call on 0403242011) if you
are interested in playing for Sturt Falcons Softball Club
this season or require more information.
Where you can buy softball equipment
Club information
Welcome to the
Sturt Falcons Softball Club
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Online shopping:
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Fielders Choice www.fielders.net
August 2012
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