Frequently Asked Questions

USSSA/AthruZ Softball

           HOW DO  I START A TEAM ?

           In order to start a team you will need the following things:

1)      A manager,

2)       Players

3)       $25 to register your team  at usssa.com

4)    Click here to create  and register your team. http://www.usssa.com/sports/ISTSIDCreation.asp?WhatToDo=New&Sport=17

I want more info on A thru Z Softball?

Go to the Information,Policies & FAQ links located at the Menu on the left side of the AthruZSoftball.com website. These links will give you plenty of info.

              HOW DO I ENTER A TOURNAMENT?  

Go to AthruZSoftball.com softball site and look for the enter Tournaments link located on the main menu to the left of your screen.

Then print the entry sheet  and mail it in with your entry fee to the AthruZ Sports 9630 Bruceville Rd. # 106-370 Elk Grove CA 95757, or Bring cash or Money Order on Game Day. New teams or teams that are not registered and do not have a 2008 roster on-line at usssa.com must send in early a $75 non refundable deposite to secure your spot!

Keep in mind that many events will close early and it is best to enter as early as possible.  Always contact the tournament director and make sure he knows you are coming.

             WHEN WILL BRACKETS BE POSTED?

            Brackets are usually posted on the Wednesday or Thursday  night before the tournament at softballtalk2.com

 

              WHAT DO I DO ONCE I HAVE MY Game Times

              All teams must check in before their first game and pay entry.  You will also need  to print your roster which is available on the website USSSA.com this must also be turned in before your first game.

            WHAT IF I HAVE TO DROP OUT OF A TOURNAMENT ONCE  I HAVE ENTERED?

            A team may drop out of a tournament anytime up until one week before with no penalty, Pull outs one week before or later is a $50 pull out fee, the brackets are generally done Thursday afternoon, but they are sometimes posted  earlier or later.  Once brackets are completed, a team may not withdraw from a tournament unless the tournament director has a replacement team. If a team does withdraw once the brackets are completed, they are responsible for the entire entry fee.

          

             WILL MY FIELD LOCATION OR GAME SCHEDULE CHANGE?

              USSSA makes every attempt to keep changes to a minimum, but sometimes changes have to be made due to circumstances beyond our control.  Always re-check your schedule @ softballtalk2.com right up until the Friday night/Saturday morning before the tournament to make sure that no changes have been made.

             HOW DO I FIND A TEAM  To Play On

            USSSA has a web page listing teams that are looking for players. It is on the Message Board located at softballtalk2.com look for the Free Agents forum. You can also post your info here.

            HOW CAN I FIND MY TEAM'S RANKING POINTS?

            USSSA has a National website called USSSA.com   on which we keep track of the result, score, and ranking points for every tournament that we host. This Website contains a wealth of information for the teams and fans.  You should spend some time exploring it.  You must be registerd and have a usssa.com roster.

         

          DO YOU HAVE TO WIN A BERTH TO PLAY IN THE STATE TOURNAMENT?

           You do not have to win a berth to participate in the State Tournament.  All teams are eligible. You must fit the Nor Cal Team/Player Matrix and play in the proper division.,Teams can also play up! To play in more then one State Tournament

          IF WE WANT TO GO TO A WORLD SERIES EVENT DO WE HAVE TO PLAY IN THE STATE TOURNAMENT?

Yes

                  CAN I PLAY LEAGUE WITH A DIFFERENT TEAM THAN THE ONE IS HAS QUALIFIED WITH?

               Yes, you can play with a different team in league.  However, you can not play with any other team than the one he has qualified with in tournaments. 

  

            WHAT WILL HAPPEN IF WE USE AN ILLEGAL PLAYER IN A TOURNAMENT?

            Using an ILLEGAL player in a tournament is a very serious offense and will be treated as such. The team Could forfeit all games that the ILLEGAL player participated in and could be dropped from the tournament. The manager and player Could be liable for up to a one year suspension from USSSA play. The illegal player will be removed from the game

            WHAT IS THE PENALTY FOR UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT BY A MANAGER , COACH, OR PLAYER?

             If a manager, coach,  is ejected from a game, they will sit out that game and possibly the next game.  The penalty could be longer depending on the severity of the situation.  If the manager, coach, or parent is involved in a fight, the penalty could range up to a one year suspension from USSSA. Physical abuse of our officials will not be tolerated and will be dealt with severely by suspending the guilty party and pressing criminal charges with the police if necessary.  A player will usually sit out only the game they are ejected . The penalty for a player could be longer, depending on the severity of the situation.

           Do the ranking points matter?

        Our World Series events and State Tournaments are seeded according to your  point totals.  You should make every effort to get the maximum number  of  points before the World Series or States by playing in as many tournaments as possible.  It will improve your seeding at the World Series and State Championships. Remember that NIT' S and State Tournaments are worth extra points.  USSSA sanctioned leagues, starting with the January Spring leagues,  now offer points as well.

          Can a team win more than one berth in a season?

       When a team wins and accepts a berth in USSSA, that is their qualified or frozen roster.  You can not re-qualify in another tournament and submit a new roster. Unless you turn down original berth.          

What if a manager will not release a player?

Contact the State office( jmckinley@lanset.com) if the reason is not valid we will try our best to accommodate you.

             When can a team drop from a tournament with no penalty?

One week or earlier in advance.

We consider 4 teams to be a tournament. We will play with three teams if all teams in the tournament agree to play.

            What if a team intentionally forfeits?

If a team intentionally forfeits in pool play that team can be dropped from the playoffs and Owe a fee of up to $75.

            How do I pull out my team from a tournament if we entered and they             can't make it?

Call and email us! Make sure you get a confirmation that we got your message!!

 

UMPIRE Questions ?

Call Steve Graham 916 316-8787 Or Email one1time98@yahoo.com

                      

  How do we pay for A thru Z Tournaments ?

You can pay on-line by credit card at USSSA.com  

You can also pay with cash or business check.

We do not accept personal checks!!

Paying in advance send entry fee to A thru Z

9630 Bruceville Rd # 106-370 Elk Grove CA 95757

Make business check or money order payable to A thru Z 

Host Hotel    for Sacramento or The South Bay Twin-Creeks Fremont mention USSSA or Twin Creeks for Special rates =
     Mention USSSA for specail rates 

        

We have attempted to answer some frequently asked questions.  If you have any other questions please check the Info Page link at the main menue ,or  e-mail Steve at One1time98@yahoo.com and he will be glad to help.