New Teams Forming

[SoftballSoccerDad]

I don't have a problem with a business owner telling employees or independent contractors that they can't take clients from their facility. There's nothing at all unethical about that.

OTOH, it's one thing for a sponsor to steer customers towards their businesses, but another thing altogether when said sponsor is given a seat on the board the administrates the whole, massive affair. No matter how much she might 'care' about youth softball, they're not even trying to hide the appearance of impropriety.

[TooOldToCare]

Do these organizations have 501.c.3 status with the IRS as Charitable organizations for fundraising? An important aspect if they are doing fundraising and donors are claiming donations as charitable.

[ICMTM]

Just wondering if any of you have ever had a DD play on one of the KJ Mizuno All American teams?

My older DD was a pitcher for one a few years ago and our experience was great.

I've heard good things about the organization from a friend who played for them recently.

[AdmittedBias]

Just wondering if any of you have ever had a DD play on one of the KJ Mizuno All American teams?

My older DD was a pitcher for one a few years ago and our experience was great.

I've heard good things about the organization from a friend who played for them recently. We have decided to play for the organization in the fall so hopefully it all works out. The kid is excited to be going there.

I have also only heard great things about this organization. I have also been witness to their behavior. I must say, they seem like a class-act organization. As for KJ, I have no comment, any interaction I have had with her has been pleasant, but it has also been very limited.

[Foothillgold98]

Foothill Gold '98 is not going to the Grapettes. The coach went to the Grapettes and only a small number of players followed him. The majority of the team stayed and aquired a new coach.

[A&&hole Coach]

Where did Sisneroz go? I saw a post on ASA tourneys for try outs but the footholl gold site doesn't list that team anymore...

[JJSANIDIOT2011]

Only the smart families moved to the Grapettes. Long live Foothill Rec. ball. Enough said

[Tenshun]

Foothill Gold '98 is not going to the Grapettes. The coach went to the Grapettes and only a small number of players followed him. The majority of the team stayed and aquired a new coach.

How many girls from the spring team did FH retain?

Brings up another interesting topic... Given all the roster changes, which teams do you all expect to look completely different (good or bad) this fall than they did last season?

[Sftball Junkie]

SoftballSoccerDad sounds like you have tried to prepare your self for TB with you 8 or 9 year old. Good luck with everything hope you guys find a great home.
Not sure I understand your post. My question would be. Do you know what a JO Commissioner's job is? Did you know this is a volunteer position?

Anyone who is going to volunteer their time to benefit youth athletics must enjoy it.

If I understand correct you are questioning why KJ was allowed to sit on the board? My bet, she was either the most qualified or the only one dumb enough to say yes at the time they were looking, being the position is still vacant.

Not sure I understand your sponsor comment?

Any time an individual speaks fact or fiction comes into play. I do not know whether or not KJ was removed or stepped down. I would tend to think if she was removed they would have had a replacement. Cassi Rogers did not replace KJ as seen here.

http://www.sacramentoasa.org/m7_4_about_staff.shtml

Youth Program
JO Commissioner Vacant Please contact Cassi Rogers above
probably states to contact Cassi being that she is the only paid member of GSSA.

I only say this because it seems clear to me that you are looking for the right home for your DD. If ever in West Sac stop by and talk with KJ about her thoughts in coaching a female athlete, I am sure you will be impressed. Not saying every thing the lady says is the gospel but I can tell you she understands young female athletes. I know she helped me understand that working with my DD is way different then boys.

[TooOldToCare]

Speaking of "volunteering". What is the norm these days in coaching. Especially at the older ages. Are the coaches just volunteers? Volunteers who have their expenses covered? Or do they get paid? I am hearing that some are being paid rather nicely!! Is this normal?