Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I know if my softball player is ready for Evanston Express?
A: Travel softball is an exciting fast-paced game geared for players looking for competition and skillbuilding. Players should understand that the commitment will start with Sunday afternoon practices beginning in winter and culminate in the playing season from May thru July. Players who are looking for more action and willing to make a greater commitment than is offered during "typical house leauge play" are ready for Express softball.
Q: My family has a busy summer planned. Will there be flexibility for my player to miss games & tournaments for other activities?
A: When accepting placement on the Express, you'll be committing to the number of tournaments and NSFPL games appropriate for your age level. It's expected that you will maintain this commitment knowing that one week in middle of season will be free (due to house league playoffs) and that coaches can show greater flexibility if conflicts are identified up front.
Q: Does my softball player need to play EBSA house league softball if I choose to play travel?
A: No, it is not a requirement that travel players also play house league. However, the EBSA house league and Express travel will work together to limit possible conflicts to allow for players to play for house and travel.
It should be understood that where house league and travel conflict, players will be expected to maintain their commitment to travel.
Q: How does travel softball differ from the house league play that my softball player has participated in the past?
A: Travel and house softball are two completely different entities. With a few exceptions at the 10U level, travel games follow high school & college rules including stealing of all bases and drop third strike. Additionally, players will be expected to build bunting a slapping skills and will face pitching at speeds ranging from 40 mph (at 10U) to 60 mph (at 14U).
Q: What extra training opportunities will come our way as part of the team?
A: Experienced coaches will be made available for extra "one on one" training lessons, pitching training, and team improvement sessions. While all teams will be led by experienced coaches, some extra training may require extra (though discounted) fees. (Note: No extra fee will be requried beyond regeistration and uniform fees disclosed during tryouts and placement.)
Q: How can I help the Express organization as a parent volunteer?
A: We're a budding organization always looking for volunteers. We're looking for coaching, administrative and fundraiasing help. Please contact Dan Managlia at managlia@comcast.net for more volunteer information.
Q: Can a player tryout even if she can't be there on September 20 or 27?
A: While we hope that all players can make it one of the two days, we understand that conflicts do exist. Please email us at softball@evanstonexpress.com to arrange an alternate tryout time if you can't be there for tryouts.
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