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"You don't stop playing because you grow old.
You grow old because you stop playing." |
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The Wilmington Senior Softball Association is an organization that provides opportunities for men 55 and over and women 50 and over to enjoy playing slow-pitch softball on teams that are appropriate to their age and physical ability. Learn more...
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In Memory of
Chip Krieger The WSSA is sad to report the passing of WSSA 2017 Hall of Fame inductee Chip Krieger. During his WSSA career Chip served as player, manager, and President, as well as being the WSSA's first webmaster and the founder of the Legacy Division. We all owe a debt to Chip for all he did for the organization.
Chip's obituary and plans for visitation and memorial service are here. |
This watch and ring were found in the parking lot (far end between the yellow and blue field) at Ogden two weeks ago. (Click on pic for larger view). If it is yours Contact Us.
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Coastal Schedule Change:
Coastal teams will take off Memorial Day week and will not play Tuesday May 30th & Thursday June 1st. Rest and recuperate so you will be ready for the rest of the first half of the season.
Coastal teams will take off Memorial Day week and will not play Tuesday May 30th & Thursday June 1st. Rest and recuperate so you will be ready for the rest of the first half of the season.
New Player Practice Scheduled for June 1st
We will have a New Player Practice for all players that have joined us in the last few weeks. This will allow you to shake off the rust and get in better softball shape. The Practice will be Thursday, June 1, 9:00 AM, at Ogden Park.
Since, after June 1st, we will still have the majority of our games to play in the season, the fee will be the same $100 that all players pay. You will be given a team shirt and a hat.
After this practice, even if you have played in some of our games, you will be assigned to teams.
We will have a New Player Practice for all players that have joined us in the last few weeks. This will allow you to shake off the rust and get in better softball shape. The Practice will be Thursday, June 1, 9:00 AM, at Ogden Park.
Since, after June 1st, we will still have the majority of our games to play in the season, the fee will be the same $100 that all players pay. You will be given a team shirt and a hat.
After this practice, even if you have played in some of our games, you will be assigned to teams.
WSSA Members Enjoy Evening at Carrabba's
Some of our WSSA players, including four Board members, recently attended a wine and dinner tasting at Carrabba's Italian Grill, a long-time sponsor of the WSSA. Patronizing our sponsors is appreciated and helps build relationships between the sponsor and the league. Players and guests seem to be having a good time, and at Carrabba's you can be sure the food was good.
Some of our WSSA players, including four Board members, recently attended a wine and dinner tasting at Carrabba's Italian Grill, a long-time sponsor of the WSSA. Patronizing our sponsors is appreciated and helps build relationships between the sponsor and the league. Players and guests seem to be having a good time, and at Carrabba's you can be sure the food was good.
The WSSA Has Opportunities for Umpires
The Wilmington Senior Softball Association is looking for umpires for their games this season, which runs from April 11-October 20. Pay is $35 per game, and we play all double-headers, so you can earn $70 a day. Games are played Tuesday and Thursday mornings at Ogden Park and Olsen Park in Wilmington. The WSSA will help train you in the skills of umpiring and will pay for your USA Softball Umpire Certification if you decide to umpire for us. To contact us about umpiring email wssa2017@gmail.com or go the Contact Us page.
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WSSA Receives Grant for Work With Seniors
The Catherine Kennedy Home Foundation, for the second year, has provided the Wilmington Senior Softball Association with a grant of $800.00. This will be used to help us offset our Operating Expenses. The foundation was established after the Catherine Kennedy Home for the Elderly closed in 2000. It was one of the oldest homes for the elderly in America. The first Catherine Kennedy Home was established in 1879. It grew from the Ladies Benevolent Society, founded in 1845. We, the WSSA, are very appreciative of their help. |
Accepting the grant from The Catherine Kennedy Home Foundation are (L-R) WSSA Commissioner Mike Clancy, WSSA Treasurer Dave Reardon, and WSSA player representative Dwight Crainshaw.
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State Games Teams Now Being Formed
The North Carolina State Senior Games will be in Cary this year from Oct. 22nd to the 25th. We are inviting WSSA and other interested softball players to join a team. We have enough talent and interest to field at least 2--maybe 3-- teams. Any players interested in an 80+ team please contact John Bonner. Those interested in a 70+ team can contact Mike Master. If you are interested in 75+, 65+ and 60+ teams please take the lead in organizing a team.
To participant you must be registered for a local county games. It does not have to be the county in which you live (New Hanover County does not have local games). Brunswick and Onslow Counties are popular with our players, but registration in any local games will make you eligible.
The North Carolina State Senior Games will be in Cary this year from Oct. 22nd to the 25th. We are inviting WSSA and other interested softball players to join a team. We have enough talent and interest to field at least 2--maybe 3-- teams. Any players interested in an 80+ team please contact John Bonner. Those interested in a 70+ team can contact Mike Master. If you are interested in 75+, 65+ and 60+ teams please take the lead in organizing a team.
To participant you must be registered for a local county games. It does not have to be the county in which you live (New Hanover County does not have local games). Brunswick and Onslow Counties are popular with our players, but registration in any local games will make you eligible.
WSSA Golf Shirts Available Now
These WSSA golf shirts (click on image for larger view) are now available for purchase in size large and extra large. To purchase a shirt or shirts online click here.
To purchase by check, send your request to 1319 Military Cutoff Rd., Box 302, Wilmington NC 28405, being sure to list the number and size of the shirts you want; or email us with the number and size of the shirts you would like, then mail payment ($40 each) to the above address. Once payment is received your order will be mailed to you.
These WSSA golf shirts (click on image for larger view) are now available for purchase in size large and extra large. To purchase a shirt or shirts online click here.
To purchase by check, send your request to 1319 Military Cutoff Rd., Box 302, Wilmington NC 28405, being sure to list the number and size of the shirts you want; or email us with the number and size of the shirts you would like, then mail payment ($40 each) to the above address. Once payment is received your order will be mailed to you.
2022 Team Pictures