WHO SHOULD I CONTACT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS?

Email info@nsgsl.com with general questions, or visit the Board Member Page to email an individual board member.

WHAT DO I NEED TO PROVIDE?

The league supplies basic equipment including bats, balls, and catcher’s gear.  However, you may choose to purchase these on your own.  Included in the registration fee are jersey, socks, USA Softball registration, insurance, umpire fees, basic equipment, skills clinics, and the standard picture package which includes a team and individual pictures.

Players will need to provide:

• Softball cleats
• Softball glove
• Softball pants (black)
• Batting helmet with facemask (NOCSAE approved)
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• Pitching/infielder's mask (STRONGLY recommended for everyone; required for pitchers in all divisions; required for 1st and 3rd base in 8U, 10U, 12U & 14U)
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• Slider Kneepad (optional but recommended for 8U+)
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• Sliding shorts (optional but recommended for 8U+)

Most players also have their own bat.  The bat MUST be a softball bat with an "ASA" or "USA Softball" mark of approval.

Uniforms are to be worn at all games with shirts tucked in.

If you have questions on the type of equipment your child needs, please contact info@nsgsl.com.

WHAT ARE THE KEY DATES?

• January 7:  Player Evaluations for 8U, 10U & 12U          

• January 9:  Make-up Evaluations if January 7 is Rained Out

• January 31:  Opening Night Ceremony

• February 1:  Opening Day Games

• March 22:  Picture Day

• April 25-27:  End of Season Recreation Tournament

• May 1:  All-Star Tryouts 8U to 14U

*No games or practices during ski week or spring break

WHAT IF I WANT A REFUND?

All refund requests must be submitted in writing to the Player Agent (playeragent@nsgsl.com).  Full refunds are available until January 15, 2025.  Refund requests due to documented injury will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. 

ARE THERE SPECIAL TRAININGs AND/OR CLINICS?

North Shore Girls Softball works with area organizations and professional coaches to provide clinics and other training opportunities.  As these are organized, they will be announced to league families.

Group pitching and catching lessons will be provided for Divisions 8U, 10U, 12U & 14U.

HOW CAN I HELP?

There are many ways!  Each team needs volunteers and your support is key to ensuring success.  Your fees do not pay any salaries – we are all volunteers!

Available volunteer opportunities you may consider:

• Manager:  Overall responsibility for the team, and typically also the "head coach".  The Manager is responsible for organizing and running the team.  The Manager selects (drafts) the team in Divisions 8U, 10U, 12U & 14U, and is responsible for all communications with the team's players and parents (but can be delegated to Team Parent).
• Coach:  Primary role is to teach the players and assist the Manager.  The Coach is responsible for training and skill-building of the team's players.
• Team Parent:  Coordination of team activities, snacks, parties, celebrations, and possibly communications to players and parents.
• Concessions:  Assist the Concessions Coordinator with administering and staffing the snack shack.
• Chaperone:  Assist the Manager in the dugout during games and ensure the welfare of the players.  Please note that the team chaperone must be female.  This responsibility is usually shared by parents of players on the team.
• Scorekeeper:  Maintain game records for the team and ensure that publicity provides recognition to both individual players as well as the team (training available).
• Field Preparation:  Drag and chalk the fields before games, as well as general upkeep of the fields.

DO I HAVE TO HELP?

Every team is required to staff the snack shack (concession stand) for an interval of time one Saturday during the season.  Each Team Parent will ask for volunteers.  Players love helping in the snack shack and are encouraged to participate (with adult supervision).  Volunteers will receive training/instruction from the Concessions Coordinator.

There may be additional short concession shifts required during the annual Recreational Tournament at the end of April, depending on schedule.

CAN I SPONSOR MY DAUGHTER'S TEAM?

Of course!  The league relies quite heavily on the community for sponsorship.  We love our sponsors and recognize them throughout the season.  Proceeds donated by sponsors fund the free skills clinics, subsidized pitching lessons, and all the "extras" that make North Shore special.  In return, we do all we can to support our sponsors, well beyond the name on the banner and the back of the jersey.  See the Sponsorship page for more information.

DOES THE LEAGUE GIVE AWARDS?

Champion and Finalist awards are given for the end of season Recreational Tournament in Divisions 8U, 10U, 12U & 14U.

Participation trophies are not awarded but can be individually organized by the team.

CAN MY DAUGHTER TRYOUT FOR ALL-STARS?

All-Star teams are selected for Divisions 8U, 10U, 12U & 14U.  All-Star Managers are selected by the All-Star Committee.  In most Divisions, there is usually more than one All-Star team.  All players are encouraged and eligible to participate in All-Star evaluations in early May, with teams being announced shortly thereafter. 

WHAT ARE THE GAME RULES?

USA Softball rules are used, with individual NSGSL variances allowed.  Each Division has its own set of rules.  The rules are reviewed and revised by the Board of Directors on an annual basis and are provided to Managers before the season begins. The rules are available for reference on the Documents page.

HOW DO I SUBMIT PHOTOS TO BE FEATURED ON SOCIAL MEDIA OR THE NORTH SHORE WEBSITE?

We would love to see your North Shore photos!  You can email photos to socialmedia@nsgsl.com or tag us @northshoregirlssoftball on social media.