Brooklyn Park Fastpitch Softball
U14 A
Congratulations and
Welcome
Coaches:
Paul Drasler
(H) 763-560-1871
(C) 763-218-7508
draslpd@comcast.net
Rob Petersen
(H) 763-425-4108
(W) 651-490-4362
(C) 612-270-5533
Emily Kinzer
(C)
320-761-6347
Expectations:
· Have fun
· Learn and develop skills
· Grow as a player and a person
· Team play
· Be known as a team that plays the game the right way
Playing Time:
· Fastpitch is a competitive program
· Playing time might not always be equal
· League games are viewed as developmental opportunities and playing time will be more equal
· Tournaments are more competitive; playing time for certain positions could be affected, particularly in championship-type games.
· May vary from game to game
· Playing time will be determined by:
o Attendance at practice and games
o Effort and attitude at practice
o Effort and attitude at games
o Being a team player
o Dependent upon position (i.e. pitchers and catchers)
Issues:
· Girls should feel free to discuss with Paul, Rob or Emily any issues they have or to talk about what they can do to improve their game
· Parents
o Feel free to contact Paul, Rob or Emily
o Dont bring up team issues or other players in front of your daughter, please come directly to the coaches we really want to build a strong team atmosphere
o Be positive and proud of your daughter
Practices:
· Two days per week (1 day a week prior to the end of the high school season)
· Times and location TBD
· If unable to attend contact Paul or Rob in advance
· Be on-time and ready to go at the scheduled time we will start promptly
· Practices are where the girls will learn what we need to be successful in our games in other words: they are important
· Coaches Responsibilities:
o Conduct practices that are:
§ Fun
§ Organized
§ Disciplined
§ Move the team in a positive direction
· Players Responsibilities:
o Give coaches their full attention during practice
o Give a strong effort
o Have a positive attitude
Games:
· League games
o Two nights per week (doubleheaders)
o Days TBD
o Locations TBD
· 4 Tournaments
o The cost per player will be approximately $95
o Tentative Schedule
o May 17-18 Oakdale
o May 30 June 1 Centennial
o June 7 8 Maple Grove
o June 13 15 Mankato (overnight hotel information TBD)
o Let Paul or Rob know by April 7 if there are any conflicts with these dates
· State Qualifier Tournament
o June 27 29
· State Tournament
o July 11 - 13
Other:
· Uniforms are for game use only (do not wear to practice)
· Uniforms should be air-dried only (not in dryer)
· The entire uniform must be worn at games (shirts, shorts and socks)
· Each girl will have their own helmet (helmets are available for the season for any girl who does not own one). Coaches will not have team helmets at games.
· Parents are welcomed to help at practice (can always use the help), at games only the coaches will be allowed in the dugout and/or on the bench
· Girls are to remain in the dugout and/or on the bench when they are not in the game, so they can cheer on their teammates
· Girls should only be hearing base running instructions from the base coaches and not from fans watching the game, including parents
· Snack/beverage volunteers are always welcomed during the season and tournaments. Sign up sheet will be available for volunteers during the first few weeks of practice
· Almost all communications between coaches and the players (parents) will be done via e-mail. It is very important that an email address and cell phone number be provided to Paul and Rob. A team web site will be online which will also have team specific information including maps to games/tournaments, calendar with practice and tournament dates, beverage/snack schedule, contact information for coaches and parents. Web site address is http://draslpd.home.comcast.net/fastpitch.