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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 Memoriam:
Bob Foster Bob Foster, a charter member of the WSSA, passed away June 17, 2022. He was 94 years old. A service for Bob will be held on Monday, 27 June at 3 PM at the Wesley Chapel at Scotts Hill Methodist Church. Thanks to Richard Price for passing along this information so that some of the WSSA's old timers who remember Bob may learn of his passing. The record of Bob's life, as reflected in his obituary, is one of a man dedicated to his family, his community, and to the many young people he coached in various sports and at many levels. Read Bob's obituary here. |
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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Carolina Bay Secures Legacy Division 1st Half Title With Double-header Win
With only two games left in the Legacy Division first half the Carolina Bay team has ensured the capture of the first half championship after winning two games from the Kornerstone Bistro team on June 23. With their record standing at 17-11 and their closest rivals, Able Insurance, having finished the first half, Carolina Bay cannot be overtaken. The Legacy Division revised their schedule to even up the records so all teams would have 30 games played by the summer break. The revised schedule can be seen here.
With only two games left in the Legacy Division first half the Carolina Bay team has ensured the capture of the first half championship after winning two games from the Kornerstone Bistro team on June 23. With their record standing at 17-11 and their closest rivals, Able Insurance, having finished the first half, Carolina Bay cannot be overtaken. The Legacy Division revised their schedule to even up the records so all teams would have 30 games played by the summer break. The revised schedule can be seen here.
Humana Wins Coastal Division 1st Half
The Humana team emerged as champions of the 1st half of the Coastal Division season by compiling a 22-5 record. They won the division by seven games over their closest rival, the Carolina Sports Medicine Patriots.
The Humana team emerged as champions of the 1st half of the Coastal Division season by compiling a 22-5 record. They won the division by seven games over their closest rival, the Carolina Sports Medicine Patriots.
Stifel/Matthews Motors Wins Atlantic Division 1st Half
The team representing Matthews Motors and Stifel Financial Services won the first half of the Atlantic Division season with at 22-8 record, three games ahead of the Berkshire Hathaway Home Services team. The second half of the season begins on June 14 with all teams starting fresh with a 0-0 record. Games will start at 9:00 am.
The team representing Matthews Motors and Stifel Financial Services won the first half of the Atlantic Division season with at 22-8 record, three games ahead of the Berkshire Hathaway Home Services team. The second half of the season begins on June 14 with all teams starting fresh with a 0-0 record. Games will start at 9:00 am.
Atlantic Division Will Extend Summer Break
Due to the limited availability of players, the Atlantic Division has decided to extend the Summer Break to four weeks instead of two. The break will begin after the games of Thursday, June 16, and resume on Tuesday, July 19, at 9am. The amended schedule can be seen here.
Due to the limited availability of players, the Atlantic Division has decided to extend the Summer Break to four weeks instead of two. The break will begin after the games of Thursday, June 16, and resume on Tuesday, July 19, at 9am. The amended schedule can be seen here.
Coastal and Legacy May Get on Fields at 8:45 If Field Crews are Finished
WSSA Deputy Commissioner Chris Pinket has negotiated with the New Hanover Parks and Gardens Dept. and has gained permission to begin using the four fields at Ogden starting at 8:45am, beginning Thursday, June 2. In order to gain this concession the WSSA promises, and expects all of its players, to follow all park rules, including the No Smoking rule that prohibits smoking and vaping in the entire park. Please review and follow the rules below that have been posted previously. The New Hanover Parks and Gardens department has shown a willingness to trust us to follow these rules. Let's prove we deserve that trust.
WSSA Deputy Commissioner Chris Pinket has negotiated with the New Hanover Parks and Gardens Dept. and has gained permission to begin using the four fields at Ogden starting at 8:45am, beginning Thursday, June 2. In order to gain this concession the WSSA promises, and expects all of its players, to follow all park rules, including the No Smoking rule that prohibits smoking and vaping in the entire park. Please review and follow the rules below that have been posted previously. The New Hanover Parks and Gardens department has shown a willingness to trust us to follow these rules. Let's prove we deserve that trust.
Players: Please Review Ogden Field Regulations
All softball teams that play on the Ogden Park fields should abide by their responsibilities according to their Facility Agreement with New Hanover County, which include, but are not limited to, the following:
All softball teams that play on the Ogden Park fields should abide by their responsibilities according to their Facility Agreement with New Hanover County, which include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Do not go on the fields before our scheduled time (8:45am for 9:30 games).
- Do not go on the fields before 8:45 even if your field looks done. In fairness to all teams, all Coastal and Legacy fields will be opened at the same time.
- Do not go on the fields while the field crew is still working on them.
- Do not play on wet fields, including the outfields.
- Do not call the field supervisor to ask him about field conditions. Chris Pinket, Deputy Commissioner, is our liaison with the field maintenance crew. He has worked to develop a good relationship with the crew. Only he should call them. Field cancellations will be announced on the WSSA website as early as possible, and team managers will be alerted also.
- Remember to rake around home plate and the pitcher's mound after the games and pick up any trash in the dugouts. Other softball/baseball groups use the fields in the evenings and it is our responsibility to leave the fields in the best shape we can for them.
Atlantic Division Receives Donation of Two Scoreboards
Players and fans at Atlantic Division games will know the score thanks to a gift from first-year player Charles Curry. Charles purchased two portable scoreboards to donate to the Atlantic Division. The boards are pictured at left (click on the picture to enlarge it).
Players and fans at Atlantic Division games will know the score thanks to a gift from first-year player Charles Curry. Charles purchased two portable scoreboards to donate to the Atlantic Division. The boards are pictured at left (click on the picture to enlarge it).
Coastal Division Receives Donation of New Scoreboards
Not to be outdone by the Atlantic Division, the Coastal Division has been able to acquire by an anonymous donation two scoreboards for the Ogden Red and Blue fields. Shown here is umpire Ron Ratliffe adjusting the score between innings.
We appreciate the donation of the scoreboards and also appreciate the cooperation of the umpires in keeping them updated to keep down the incidents of players asking "What's the score?" and "What inning is it?"
Not to be outdone by the Atlantic Division, the Coastal Division has been able to acquire by an anonymous donation two scoreboards for the Ogden Red and Blue fields. Shown here is umpire Ron Ratliffe adjusting the score between innings.
We appreciate the donation of the scoreboards and also appreciate the cooperation of the umpires in keeping them updated to keep down the incidents of players asking "What's the score?" and "What inning is it?"
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 Article in Brunswick Forest Living Magazine
We recommend the article "Never Stop Playing" in Brunswick Forest Living Magazine. Written by WSSA Treasurer David Reardon, it is an enjoyable look at how he came to be associated with the WSSA, what the WSSA is all about and why it is so popular. You can find a copy of the article here.
We recommend the article "Never Stop Playing" in Brunswick Forest Living Magazine. Written by WSSA Treasurer David Reardon, it is an enjoyable look at how he came to be associated with the WSSA, what the WSSA is all about and why it is so popular. You can find a copy of the article here.
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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