1. Thank You to Our Players, Families, and Coaches

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the players and families for participating in the 2024 season. We hope the players enjoyed their time on the field, and that families had a great experience supporting them. A special thank you goes out to all the volunteer coaches who dedicated their time and energy to coach this spring and summer. Your commitment is the backbone of our program! A big thank you to everyone who volunteered to help generate fundraising  money to keep the program affordable and continue adding programming for our players.

2. Weather Challenges of 2024

This season presented us with the most challenging weather conditions we've ever faced. The spring and summer rains were unprecedented, disrupting our schedules, particularly for the 3rd-6th grade league that plays on Tuesdays and Thursdays. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigated cancellations more than ever before. We acknowledge the frustration of uneven field conditions and share your desire for improved facilities to better withstand heavy rainfall.

3. Thank You, Krista Abbott and Team

A massive thank you goes to Krista Abbott for her exceptional work as the In-House Director this season. The relentless weather demanded an extraordinary effort to manage cancellations and prep fields. Krista often took on the work of attempting to make fields playable. Please let her know how much her efforts were appreciated as this type of work often goes unnoticed by many.   Additionally, we extend our gratitude to the coordinators who assisted Krista: Tom Schultz, Kelly Hagler, and Katie Dalaska. Your contributions are deeply appreciated.

4. Seeking a New In-House Director and additional roles to support the in-house program

Krista Abbott will be stepping down as In-House Director, and we are seeking a new director for the 2025 season. We are also expanding support roles, including a coordinator for each age level (PK-K, 1st-2nd, and 3rd-6th), a Mid-Season Tourney Director, and an End of Season Tourney Director. These volunteer positions are vital for maintaining our program.  We are also seeking family members with younger players to join our committee in other roles that support the entire program or travel levels so we can successfully transition those roles over the next two years as many of our current committee members have players aging out soon. If you are interested, please email us at traafastpitch@gmail.com for more information.

5. Fall Ball for 1st and 2nd Graders

Players entering 1st and 2nd grade this fall have an exciting fall ball opportunity. From mid-August to late September, we will offer machine pitch play with skills clinics on Thursdays and scrimmages/games on Sundays. For more details and to register by July 21st, visit our website: Softball > Programs > Fall Ball.

6. Fall Ball for 3rd-6th Graders

Players entering 3rd-6th grade this fall can choose between in-house fall ball or travel fall ball, both running from mid-August to late September. In-house kid pitch includes skills clinics on Wednesdays and scrimmages/games on Sundays. Travel fall ball for 10U teams involves practices on Mondays and Wednesdays and games on Saturdays. For more information and to register by July 21st, visit our website: Softball > Programs > Fall Ball.

7. Tryouts for Spring/Summer Travel Teams

For players aiming to try out for the 10U or 12U travel teams next spring/summer, tryouts will take place this fall. To learn more and register, please visit our Tryouts page: Softball > Programs > Travel > Tryouts.

8. We Need Your Feedback

Finally, we value your input to help us improve our program. Please take a few minutes to complete our survey about the in-house season. Your honest feedback is crucial for making positive changes in future seasons. Click the link below to start the survey.

Click Here to go to the Google Forms Survey

Thank you again for being part of the Warriors Fastpitch community. We look forward to seeing you this fall or next season!

Best regards,

TRAA Warriors Fastpitch Committee