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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...
How to Look Out for Yourself and Others During Extreme Heat
The heat.gov website has been created to advise the public on how to remain safe during periods of intense heat like we are experiencing now. High risk groups include older adults and athletes--when we are playing ball we are in both groups. Click on the image to see a chart of symptoms of heat illness and how to deal with them. It is important that we look out for ourselves and others to prevent any heat-related incidents.
"If exertion in the heat makes your heart pound and leaves you gasping for breath, STOP all activity. Get into a cool area or into the shade, and rest, especially if you become lightheaded, confused, weak, or faint."
https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/heattips.html
The heat.gov website has been created to advise the public on how to remain safe during periods of intense heat like we are experiencing now. High risk groups include older adults and athletes--when we are playing ball we are in both groups. Click on the image to see a chart of symptoms of heat illness and how to deal with them. It is important that we look out for ourselves and others to prevent any heat-related incidents.
"If exertion in the heat makes your heart pound and leaves you gasping for breath, STOP all activity. Get into a cool area or into the shade, and rest, especially if you become lightheaded, confused, weak, or faint."
https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/heattips.html
Invitation to Softball Players to Join the WSSA This Season
Prospective Senior Softball Players – Men 55 years old during 2022 – Women 50 years old during 2022. You still have a chance to play in 2022. Here it is the middle of June and the WSSA still has half a season to play. Our Coastal and Legacy Divisions still have room on our rosters. Our Atlantic Division’s rosters are set, though it is possible places may open up in the summer months. By joining now, with half a season remaining, the fee is reduced to $50.00. So please complete our application online or contact us through email at wssa2017@gmail.com. We will reply to provide more information.
Prospective Senior Softball Players – Men 55 years old during 2022 – Women 50 years old during 2022. You still have a chance to play in 2022. Here it is the middle of June and the WSSA still has half a season to play. Our Coastal and Legacy Divisions still have room on our rosters. Our Atlantic Division’s rosters are set, though it is possible places may open up in the summer months. By joining now, with half a season remaining, the fee is reduced to $50.00. So please complete our application online or contact us through email at wssa2017@gmail.com. We will reply to provide more information.
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Revised WSSA Manual Published
The WSSA Board of Directors has published a revised and updated Player Manual to more accurately reflect the way WSSA games are and should be played. Several changes have been made to playing rules and player conduct rules, among other items. This document takes effect immediately and supersedes any previous Manuals. You can view the new manual by clicking on the image of the cover or by clicking here.
The WSSA Board of Directors has published a revised and updated Player Manual to more accurately reflect the way WSSA games are and should be played. Several changes have been made to playing rules and player conduct rules, among other items. This document takes effect immediately and supersedes any previous Manuals. You can view the new manual by clicking on the image of the cover or by clicking here.
Coastal and Legacy Games Will Start at 8:30am
Because of the extreme heat gripping the area, the Coastal and Legacy Divisions will start their games at 8:30am until further notice. The New Hanover County Parks and Gardens have approved this move. Players are not allowed on the fields until 8:30, so warm-ups will have to be done on the sidelines. Hopefully we will be able to get two games in if we are ready to play at 8:30.
"Studies show that it can be hard for even healthy older adults to tell when it’s too hot or if they’re dehydrated. Cognitive decline exacerbates these problems. Older bodies also hold more heat than younger ones when the temperature climbs. Glands don’t release as much sweat. The heart doesn’t circulate blood as well, so less heat is released from vessels in the skin. Systems from the cardiovascular to the immune struggle to compensate".--The Effects of Heat on Older Adults, Harvard Medicine
Because of the extreme heat gripping the area, the Coastal and Legacy Divisions will start their games at 8:30am until further notice. The New Hanover County Parks and Gardens have approved this move. Players are not allowed on the fields until 8:30, so warm-ups will have to be done on the sidelines. Hopefully we will be able to get two games in if we are ready to play at 8:30.
"Studies show that it can be hard for even healthy older adults to tell when it’s too hot or if they’re dehydrated. Cognitive decline exacerbates these problems. Older bodies also hold more heat than younger ones when the temperature climbs. Glands don’t release as much sweat. The heart doesn’t circulate blood as well, so less heat is released from vessels in the skin. Systems from the cardiovascular to the immune struggle to compensate".--The Effects of Heat on Older Adults, Harvard Medicine
Save the Date:
Annual WSSA Golf Tournament Nov 2.
The WSSA will hold its Annual Golf Tournament on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at River Landing Golf Course in Wallace, NC. Shotgun start at 9:30am.
More details will follow as we get closer to the date, but it will be another fun Captain's Choice event similar to last year. Players, sponsors, umpires, friends and neighbors are all invited. Put it on your calendar now.
Annual WSSA Golf Tournament Nov 2.
The WSSA will hold its Annual Golf Tournament on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at River Landing Golf Course in Wallace, NC. Shotgun start at 9:30am.
More details will follow as we get closer to the date, but it will be another fun Captain's Choice event similar to last year. Players, sponsors, umpires, friends and neighbors are all invited. Put it on your calendar now.
Spectrum News1 Does Feature on WSSA
Spectrum News1 featured a Feel Good Friday story about the WSSA on May 7. Interviewed for the piece were WSSA Hall-of-Famer Dwight Crainshaw of the Legacy Division's Carolina Bay team, and Nina Nyberg, who plays for the Carrabba's team in the Coastal Division. Follow this link to view the video (you might be in it) and read the write-up by Spectrum News1's Rachel Boyd. Thanks to Rachel for the excellent job of capturing what the WSSA is all about.
Spectrum News1 featured a Feel Good Friday story about the WSSA on May 7. Interviewed for the piece were WSSA Hall-of-Famer Dwight Crainshaw of the Legacy Division's Carolina Bay team, and Nina Nyberg, who plays for the Carrabba's team in the Coastal Division. Follow this link to view the video (you might be in it) and read the write-up by Spectrum News1's Rachel Boyd. Thanks to Rachel for the excellent job of capturing what the WSSA is all about.
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 email us with the number and size of the shirt(s) you would like. Then mail payment ($40 each) to our mailbox (1319 Military Cutoff Box 302, Wilmington NC 28405). Once payment is received your shirt(s) 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 email us with the number and size of the shirt(s) you would like. Then mail payment ($40 each) to our mailbox (1319 Military Cutoff Box 302, Wilmington NC 28405). Once payment is received your shirt(s) will be mailed to you.
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