Aston BanditASTON ATHETIC ASSOCIATIONAston Bandit
GIRLS SOFTBALL

Aston, PA

 
 
 
 

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Aston AA Softball
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CONTACT US

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Softball Director
Kathy Yakas


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Our programs are in place to teach players fundamental softball, team-work and sportsmanship.
Please help us instill these qualities in our young players by leading by example.
If you can help us improve our organization with either your time or comments, please let us know.

 
 
   
 
REMEMBER:
THEY ARE ONLY CHILDREN! 
LET THEM HAVE A GREAT EXPERIENCE,
LET THEM PLAY!

SPOSTSMANSHIP IS AN EXPECTATION!
LET THE PLAYERS PLAY
LET THE COACHES COACH
LET THE OFFICIALS OFFICIATE
LET THE FANS CHEER AND SUPPORT

ASTON AA SOFTBALL EVENTS



WOULD YOU LIKE TO COACH?
If you would like to be considered for a coaching position, you'll need to fill out a Coaching Application and submit it to the Softball DirectorIf selected, you'll need to then submit a State Police Background Check.  The background check cost $10 and is paid by the coach.


DO YOU NEED A RELEASE FORM?

If you played for another organization last year and still live in their area, you will need a release form from that organization to play at Aston AA.

If you live in Aston AA area and played for Aston AA last year and wish to play with another organization, you'll need a release form from Aston AA.  Contact the Softball Director for your release.


We STRONGLY recommend that players in Intramurals and above purchase and wear:
Sliding Shorts
- Also known as compression pants, they are worn under uniform pants or shorts.
Sliding Knee Pad(s)- Knee pads protect the knees and shins from scraps and bruises during play.
Mouth Guard- Protect the pearly whites during defensive play.

These items protect the player and give them the confidence to get down and dirty and play hard. 


IF YOU CHOSE TO PURCHASE YOUR DAUGHTER HER OWN:

HELMET
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NOCSAEIt must meet a few requirements:
It must fit properly, have a face mask and chin strap.
It must be NOCSAE approved. (National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment)
The NOCSAE seal must appear on the helmet as well as the face mask.


BAT
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Make sure you get a FASTPITCH bat.
Only Single Wall Aluminum bats in Del Val (Travel) play.
Have it properly fit for the player for length and weight.
We recommend you go light.  Light bats promote good bat speed and a proper swing!
Make sure it's legal for use!  go to:  www.softball.org/about/certified_equipment.asp
This really comes into play for travel and school ball.
Learn how to choose a bat HERE and HERE

SPIKES-
NO METAL SPIKES ARE ALLOWED!!!
Spikes should fit properly.  "All Turf" or standard spike is up to athlete. Some spikes are available with the spikes at the front set in a circular pattern to minimize knee injury due to spike lock.

GLOVE-
Should fit snuggly and be sized to the player.
As players gets older and settles into a few positions that she plays, the glove may be position specific, such as a catcher mitt, first baseman's glove, outfielders glove....
Learn how to choose a glove HERE

face gardFACE PROTECTOR( "D Mask")-
Optional safety device for defensive players. Protects against bad hops and line drives.
Good idea for "corner" players,(first & third) and very good idea for pitchers. See video at: E Mask Sales

Would you like to receive periodic Emails about Aston AA Softball?
Notices regarding sign ups and clinics, etc. will be sent to your E-mail.
Send your request to:  astonsoftball@verizon.net

SIGN PETITION TO GET SOFTBALL BACK INTO THE 2016 OLYMPICS!
It's been shot down for the 2012 Games.
Lets get it in for 2016!


NCAA.ORG
NCAA.ORG : National Collegiate Athletic Association.
Information for the Student Athlete, Parents and Coaches.


THINKING OF A NEW BAT? SEE IF IT'S APPROVED:

 
 
 
      ASTON A.A. SOFTBALL
Kathy Yakas Director