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2006 will be the Rockets twelfth tournament season. The Rockets are a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the individual athletes’ level of play while stressing the importance of “teamwork” and team goals. All moneys, fees and donations collected go to the cost of running our program. This includes uniforms, team equipment, insurance, entry and association fees, travel expenses, administrative costs, etc.

Our 18U athletes are given the opportunity to participate in

College Showcase Tournaments & twelfth recruiting camps.

TRYOUTS: Your daughter will be notified by phone regarding her status within a couple of days of her tryout. The coach may request an additional tryout or extend an invitation to play in a fall ball game(s) if he/she is undecided. You will have one day to accept a roster spot once it is offered.

For more than ten years the Rockets have had a Fallball season as well. This activity runs through the end of October. We expect to send all age groups to at least one fall tournament in Sept. – Oct.

WHAT’S THE COMMITMENT / EXPECTATION?

Commitment.......picture a bacon and egg breakfast....the chicken participated but the pig was committed.

From players and parents we expect:

. 100% attendance at all scheduled practices, games, meetings and events.

. Good sportsmanship all the time.

. Team spirit and the acceptance of team goals & objectives.

. Respect for players, parents and coaches.

. A positive / willing to learn attitude and demeanor.

. Openness to new and different techniques and concepts.

. Willingness to play any position requested.

The Rockets expect total support from players and parents for these 2006 events:

· Fund raising raffle, each family will be required to sell a fixed # of tickets (November – March).

· Silent Auction, March 2005. Each family will be required to provide an auction item. Details at the parent meeting.

· Memorial Weekend Tournament, Each parent in the program, as well as the 16 & 18U athletes are required to volunteer.

The Board of Directors and various subcommittees will organize these events. Everyone in the Rockets organization is a volunteer. When asked please do what you can to help the various events, the athletes, and our program.

Parents: The Rockets program provides a positive, constructive and instructive environment for your daughter. YOU are in the best position to promote the attitude and demeanor necessary for a positive experience. YOU are also in the best position to create a negative experience for your daughter, other players, parents and coaches.

WHAT KIND OF TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE CAN YOU EXPECT?

18U: 16U:

Nine tournaments: Nine tournaments:

1 fall of 2005 1 fall of 2005

8 2006, start early June 8 2006, start early June

3 local, 4 local travel i.e., PA, MA, NJ 4 local, 3 local travel i.e., PA, MA, NJ

Nationals one week Nationals one week

14U: 12U:

Ten tournaments: Nine tournaments:

1 fall of 2005 1 fall of 2005

9 2006, start May 2006 8 2006 start April 2006

5 local, 3 local travel i.e., PA, MA, NJ. 4 local, 5 local travel i.e., PA, MA, NJ.

Nationals one week

10U:

Eight tournaments:

1 fall of 2005

7 2006, start April 2006

2 local, 6 local travel i.e., PA, MA, NJ

(Travel mandated by lack of local 10U tournaments)

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE SEASON FEE?

Indoor and outdoor practices, partial uniform, team equipment, tournament entry fees, association dues, team insurance (secondary insurance w/ a deductible), coaches travel lodging, coaches expenses, administrative costs, etc. Also included is $50.00 per athlete for the raffle.

Please note: For travel tournaments 16U, 14U, 12U and 10U athletes’ room & eat with their parents. This cost is NOT included in our fee. 18U athletes’ room together and meals are taken with the team.

Multi year uniforms were introduced in 2004.

Athletes new to the program will need to purchase uniforms, (2004 cost $114.00), this is not included in the playing fee.

If we can provide you with any further information please don’t hesitate to ask.

Yours in Rockets Softball,

Jim Kelly

President