Olde Tymers Softball of Delmarva

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING

March 16, 2016

In attendance: Bo Wood, Keith Purdy, Tom Wendorf, Carl Pierce

• Bo reported that managers have been assigned to all team with just a couple assistant manager positions yet to be finalized.
• The discussion then proceeded to the use of senior bats for players 70+, a request made by some league members. After a lengthy discussion the committee recommends that NO SENIOR BATS BE ALLOWED. That was driven by the difficulty in policing their use, safety concerns, alterations to batting ratings, and the general confusion and work added to the duties of managers and umpires. The committee’s recommendation will be presented to the full board with the corollary that, IF IT IS APPROVED, it should begin at age 75. TO REPEAT the committee’s recommendation: NO USE OF SENIOR BATS.
• Bo also reviewed the preparation expenses for the new season which includes new bases, new umpire shirts and more ball field clay for infield repairs. At the same time he reminded us that we have lost two major funding sources: wine-tasting event and the bowling tournament. We can use some ideas, so if you have one…pass it on to the committee.
• There was a brief discussion on whether to renew the Weather Line for 2016. It was decided that it is the most reliable way to announce weather cancelations during the season. It will be activated shortly.
• We will have permission forms for non-registered players who are participating at any time. The distinct purpose is to protect us and the Church of God from any liability that might arise from an injury.
• The last item involved a review and alteration of the player rating system. It is an obvious “hot potato”, but a few suggestions were made that will be brought to the attention of the full board for a final decision. With any luck, it will take effect this season.

Respectfully submitted, 

Carl J. Pierce, Secretary