Detailed VMSA House Programming Guide and Social Engagement Guide

Information on weekly schedule by age group and equipment and uniforms 

House Programming Quick Hits:

How House "C" Teams are formed

1. Teams can have up to a maximum of 15 players. Teams of 12 to 13 are ideal.  Teams that arrive with seven or fewer default automatically.
2. Coordinator should place players to balance team strength according to age groupings when possible.
3. Players can indicate on their registration form a desire to play with one friend, naming up to two alternate friends they wish to play with.
4. New teams will be formed by placing players from a geographical area on the same team,where possible.
5. Coaches should not attempt to solicit players for a team.
6. Players wanting to move from a team will be allowed (before the season starts) to request a transfer, but not to any specific other team. The director will attempt to place the player on a new team, according to the overriding principle of balancing team strength.
7. In general, no team may have fewer than 9 members.  Smaller teams will generally be merged with other teams.
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Etiquette for parents/observers

Parents and spectators need to remember that we are setting an example for children. It is particularly important to be respectful of the umpire.  Frequently these umpires are young (especially at the more junior levels of Softball) and can be intimidated by the 'enthusiasm' of the parents.  

1. Team management is responsible for the behaviour of parents and spectators.
2. No person from the stands shall make derogatory comments about any player on either team, team officials or spectators.
3. If a spectator is unmanageable, the umpire may stop the game until the situation is under control.
4. The umpire may order any person (team official, spectator, or player) out of the park. They also have the authority to default the game.
5. Any time a person has been required to leave, the umpire will report the incident to the league (which may lead to further action).
6. Cheer your child but try to avoid coaching your child during a game; it is the coach's job and confuses the players to be receiving (sometimes different) instructions from many people.
7. Abuse of youth umpires is grounds for ejection in players and coaches in VMSA.  Hold yourself to the same standards. 

Obligations of Players

1. You are on a team, so you owe it to your teammates to attend practices and games consistently. Notify coach if unable to attend game or practice.
2. Exhibit reasonable and acceptable behavior at all times.
3. Take proper care of the team's equipment (uniforms, bats, catching equipment etc.).
4. Treat players, coaches, managers, and officials with respect.

Parent's Obligations

1. Ensure that players have a ride to games and practices on time ("5 minutes early is on time, on time is late")
2. Ensure that players have the necessary equipment not provided by the Association.
3. Co-operate fully with the managers and coaches and managers.
4. Take proper care of VMSA property

Volunteer to assist your coach, manager, or association.  Contact your coach or manager to volunteer for team related jobs.  Volunteers ensure the smooth running of your team and Association.

Standings & Playoffs for House "C" Division

We do not keep team standings for our House teams. Our playoffs are determined by random draw.

Umpiring in House