Too Many Teams Forming In SoCal "WHO ARE YOU"

[Makina]

There is always those diamonds in the rought that u can find, if u look hard enough.

Yes, I have seen quite a few travel ball teams that could not beat an above avg. Rec. All Star team, but like I said in my other post. I'm so thankful for all of these volunteer coaches and parents that support the girls in softball and give the girls an opportunity to be active and do something else but texting and facebooking.

Whether the competition is Triple Crown B's, AFA, USSSA, Highschool or Rec. ball I'm just glad they have these opportunities!!

[kinger]

Will have to say that its good you have "coaches" and parents steping up and volunteering to keep some girls playing softball, it might not be good if they are getting pounded every friendly or tournament. Also, if they are not getting taught the correct way are they really benefitting by staying out there? Example, the Temecula/Murrieta valley have about 7 or 8 "99" teams that are maybe mediocre at best and if you break down to maybe 2 teams they would be competitive. So good or bad? who knows.

[Makina]

Probably not from a standpt. of whether or not they are going to play at a good D1 program. From a perspective of developing into a major D1 player and getting recognized, not going to happen for most. But guess what some of the kids from Temecula/Murrieta area will develop into D1 players.

Several kids I know that started in those programs in Tem/Murr area are now attending or verbaled to UofH, Ohio St, Michigan, Arizona, UCSB, Oregon, Hawaii-Pacific and many more are coming!!

[amab12]

Agreed. Club soccer is so much better organized and run through Coast Soccer League. There are different levels of teams (Gold/Silver/Silver Elete/ Bronze). To move up you need to win your Spring season. If you come in last in Spring you drop down. Coaches have required training. There are two seasons, Spring and Fall. Wish travel softball was better organized.

[DDG]

Agreed. Club soccer is so much better organized and run through Coast Soccer League. There are different levels of teams (Gold/Silver/Silver Elete/ Bronze). To move up you need to win your Spring season. If you come in last in Spring you drop down. Coaches have required training. There are two seasons, Spring and Fall. Wish travel softball was better organized.

I agree with your comments. Unfortunately, there are too many organizations and individuals making money off of softball under the current lack of organization. Someone would have to give up their share.

Any takers?

[sofbal1234]

Agreed. Club soccer is so much better organized and run through Coast Soccer League. There are different levels of teams (Gold/Silver/Silver Elete/ Bronze). To move up you need to win your Spring season. If you come in last in Spring you drop down. Coaches have required training. There are two seasons, Spring and Fall. Wish travel softball was better organized.

Sounds like someone needs a soccer forum to start up... Oh, uh... Welcome to the Bucket btw!!!

[ontheblack]

Them folks are really nuckin futs.

Of course they are. Its soccer. When was the last time you heard of people trampled to death by fans at a softball game?

[anonlooker]

Them folks are really nuckin futs.

Of course they are. Its soccer. When was the last time you heard of people trampled to death by fans at a softball game?

When is the last time you heard of fans at a softball game? let alone people!

[Espy]

The problem is calling yourself a A team if you are not.
It's great more teams are forming and keeping girls busy
And hopefully improving skills. The talent diminishes as the
Girls move up and some kids move on. Although a A team
watered down is a disappointment to kids who are ready
To compete at the A level of travelball. This does not happen
In baseball because there is enough talent to go around. Teams
Need to keep the good athletes rather than add whoever ..
Even though it's a girl sport they have to be a athlete. Or crush the
Ball like nobody's business. Even better do both well. Glad to say
I have seen real A teams and it's a beautiful thing. Feels more
Like baseball ...

FYI
There is no crying in baseball or softball....

[Sftbll4ever]

There are soccer boards out there and they would put all of you to shame. Even the TX posters. Them folks are really nuckin futs.

Hey now, I met a certain softball rodent on the soccer board before the softball board. Those people were scary too!