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2008 MMFL Fall League
Frequently Asked Questions
1.
When does the Fall Ball Season start for 2008? August 24th
is the first week of League Games. **Week 1 and Week 2 Schedules and
Locations will be posted on the MMFL Web Page August 19th.
2.
How is my daughter’s age group determined? Your age
group is determined by the level you will play at for the next
season.
10 or younger
on December 31st, you play 10U
12 or younger
on December 31st, you play 12U
14 or younger
on December 31st, you play 14U
16 or younger
on December 31st, you play 16U
3.
Will the games be played far from Farmington, MN? As
stated on the MMFL website. “This year the league will be modifying
its popular scheduling system to attempt to localize teams more, and
reduce travel while still maintaining parity in the scheduling”.
Because there are fewer teams in the Fall League, distances are
greater than in the summer. Furthest 2007 Fall-Ball locations by
League. 10U- Mound, Maple Grove. 12U- White Bear Lake. 14U- Coon
Rapids, Ham Lake.
4.
Will there be Try-Outs for players registering to play in the
Fall-Ball League? There are no tryouts for Fall-Ball. We will
make every attempt to place ALL players registered.
5.
My daughter has played in-house softball; does she have the
skills to play at this level? Will she play? Skills and
abilities will vary from player to player; additional practice and
games will improve these skills. Free Substitution and Batting the
entire roster is mandatory for the fall league. There is also a 5
run per inning limit for league games. These are factors that
increase the field time for ALL players.
6.
The cost seems reasonable at $75 for the 2008 Fall
Season; are there additional costs that I need to be aware of?
No; team shirt is included with the payment of $75.
*If your player is new to FGFA
softball; Helmet w/faceguard, softball glove, shoes and slider would
be the equipment NOT provided.
7.
My work schedule will make it difficult to provide
transportation for my daughter, how can I make this work?
Carpooling has worked well for players/parents that have
transportation issues. Let me know if this is a concern; we
can discuss and work through these issues.
8.
My daughter plays softball for the FUN of it. This is the
league for YOU!! The softball enjoyment doesn’t have to end after
summer league; she is able to continue her softball experiences into
the fall.
9.
Our family has vacation planned in August; will this be
frustrating for coaches and players? From my experience last
fall season; it isn’t uncommon for players to be absent or leave
early due to other obligations. The coaches will try to schedule
practices so most players are available. It was unusual to have a
full team for practices and games.
10.
What time are the “double Header” games on Sunday? The MMFL Fall
League Info sheet shows game times at; noon, 1:30pm, 3pm and 4:30pm.
11.
Off-Season Director sounds cool, is it a paid position? No; but
as fun and rewarding as this position is, I should be paying the
FGFA for the opportunity. I think I can speak for most of the board
positions; it can be hard work and at times frustrating; but the
reward is seeing the players enjoying their softball experiences.
You don’t know what you’re missing. Join the FGFA board
today.
12. What age groups are eligible to play Fall League?
Fall ball is open to all girls ages 8-16. League play at the
10U, 12U, 14U and 16U age groups.
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