Welcome to the league.  Our league was established in 1989 for players 55 years of age and older.    Here are a few things you’ll need to know:

WHO:

Players are eligible the year of their 55^th birthday. Both men and women are welcome. You should be physically fit, in reasonably good health, with no physical limitations which would make your participation dangerous to yourself or others.  If in doubt, contact your physician.

WHEN:

We play twice a week, Tuesday and Thursday mornings.  Games start at 10 a.m. and last about two hours.  We ask players to arrive an hour early to warm-up.  We play year-round,

three seasons; 27 games per season.  If you cannot play twice a week, please let a Commissioner know.  If you cannot attend a game, please notify your manager as soon as possible, so arrangements can be made to find a replacement.  In addition, on Mondays, we have informal games (we call them “pick-up games”) at Pine Park, Carlsbad most of the year, beginning at 9 a.m.  Your manager will provide you with a season schedule.

WHERE:

Our league plays in fields located in Carlsbad, Oceanside, San Marcos, and Vista.  Currently we have ten teams.  See your schedule for locations. 

COST:

Normally each player pays around $20 per season.  This covers the league’s insurance, balls, and the use of the fields. 

EQUIPMENT:

Each player must provide their own mitt, bat and shoes.  Most teams have sponsors that provide team shirts. (The shirts are to remain with the team.) No metal cleats.  Bats must be ASA approved and in good shape.  No wooden bats.  Composite bats, such as Miken’s Ultra II, may be used by women or players who are 80 years of age or older. 

RULES:

We adhere to Amateur Softball Association (ASA) rules, with some local exceptions.  Generally, we have alternate bases at 1^st and home plate to avoid collisions.  We also allow “runners from home” for some batters.  Players must play at least 4 innings defensively and bat throughout the game.  Please see the league rules for a complete explanation. 

TEAM ASSIGNMENTS:

At the end of each year, the league has a draft which places players on each team.  New players are assigned to a team by the Commissioners.  No assignments are based upon players’ geographic location.  You will be assigned on an individual basis unless you want to play with your spouse or carpooler.  Please let the Commissioners know if you have a special request. 

MISC:

Please complete/sign the Code of Conduct and Waiver.  Click here to download:  Application Waiver Form - NCSSA.doc  Turn it in to your Manager or a Commissioner, and keep a copy of the Code of Conduct. Please complete the Emergency Medical Information form.  Click here to download:  NCSS Medical Information Form.doc  This confidential information  will be closely guarded.  If you do not want to provide this information, please include an Emergency Contact Name and phone number as a minimum.  Emergency Medical bag tags   are available for a cost of $3.  Notify your manager/league representative for arrangements.

To download a copy of this page, click here:  Welcome to the League.doc