Perdido Bay Youth Sports Association (PBYSA) sponsors one softball league througout the year in the Spring.

Link to Spring 2008 season information here! (or download the word document by clicking here.)

Escambia High School Gator Softball Camp Feb 16, 2008 (Download Word Version here/ Or PDF Version)

Northwest Florida Girls Softball Association website

Softball is broken into four divisions:

8U - Girls 8 years old and younger as of January 1st, 2008. Coach pitch.

10U - Girls 10 years old and younger as of January 1st, 2008.

12U - Girls 12 years old and younger as of January 1st, 2008.

16U - Girls 16 years old and younger as of January 1st, 2008.

PBYSA Softball Committee is as follows:

Director - Debbie Cicero 850-497-8350

Asst Director, Fields, Equipment - Gary Anderson 850-455-9097

SOFTBALL UPDATE:

Perdido Bay Youth Sports Association
2008 SOFTBALL REGISTRATION FORM
Player Information

First Name:_________________________Last Name:________________________Phone:_____________

Address:___________________________________City:__________________________Zip:___________

Date of Birth:____/____/____              Age as of January 1, 2008________yrs old

**Shirt Size:Youth  S   M  L   XL    Adult  S  M  L   XL   Number:_____or_____   Sock Size                 **
**Short Size:Youth  S   M  L   XL    Adult  S  M  L   XL

**Parent/Guardian: I’ve sized and agree to the above size of uniform for the named player above.  I accept full responsibility for any additional expense that may be incurred in order to get the proper size of uniform.  By signing this PARENTAL CONSENT form, I fully accept these conditions and authorize my child to participate in the concerned sport administered by PBYSA.

Parent/Guardian Signature:________________________________Date:_______________________

Parent/Guardian Information

Names:___________________________________________ E-mail:_______________________________

Address if different than above:_____________________________________________________________

Home Phone______________________________ Bus/Cell Phone:________________________________

Contact in case of Emergency and you can not be reached:
Name:_________________________________        Phone:_________________ Bus/Cell:_______________
__________________________________________________________________________________________

Registration Fees:    $110 (8U and 10U) ______          $120 (12U and 16U) ______
Fees Paid By:               Cash                Check#________(Payable to PBYSA)            Received by:___________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
PARENTAL CONSENT: As the parent of the above named player, I hereby agree not to hold PBYSA, or any
of its volunteers liable for any injuries that may occur to my/our child while participating in any activities to the
concerned sport in which my child is participating.  I accept full responsibility for any and all medical expenses
that may occur due to an injury to my child.  By signing this PARENTAL CONSENT form, I fully accept these
conditions and authorize my child to participate in the concerned sport administered by PBYSA.

Parent/Guardian Signature:________________________________Date:_______________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Pledge: I hereby agree to abide by the parent/guardian pledge, and further agree to be held
fully responsible for any of my family members’ conduct at any PBYSA event.

Parent/Guardian Signature:________________________________Date:_______________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Parental Participation: The quality and success of the PBYSA program is directly related to the amount of
Parent/adult participation.  To keep the cost of the program minimal while maintaining its quality, we ask that
you consider volunteering for one of the following.  Please indicate your choice below:
Manager:___Asst Coach:___Team Parent:____Committee Member:____Concession:____  Other:                 

*Open Registration will be Saturdays 19th, 26th, in Jan. and February 2nd at the Jim C. Bailey Middle School. 

Softball Registration!
Girls ages 8-16
Registration to be held
January 19, 26, and February 2nd
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
At Jim C. Bailey Middle School GYM
4110 Bauer Road
Evaluations will be held February 4th and 5th at Baars Field (behind Winn-Dixie on Sorrento Rd.)
Evaluation times per age group will be as follows:

Monday, Feb 4th:
8U - 6PM @ Field 3
10U - 6PM @ Field 4
Tuesday, Feb 5th:
12U - 6PM @ Field 4
16U - 7PM @ Field 4

• Cost:  $110 per player in the 8U and 10U age groups or $120 per player in the 12U and 16U age groups
• Please bring your player to registration for uniform sizing!!

Please visit our website at www.pbysa.net for more information.
PBYSA is committed to the support and development of good citizenship for the youth in our community through organized sports conducted in a positive environment.
What changed is that Escambia County is not paying for ANY maintenance of the fields of any of the county parks.  Even with this fee increase, we will be scooting by on the skin of our teeth.  Any light bulb, tons of dirt, any fence fixing, equipment, electric bills or any maintenance that we require, we have to pay for every little and BIG thing (it has not been like this before).  This applies to all the parks in every county in Florida.  All parks will have registration fee increases.  At some other area parks, they haven’t figured out how much it costs to run the program without the county, so they haven’t increased their prices (which they will take a hit for later).  Some parks say registration is $70-80 but then you have to buy a uniform for $50-60 that you pay for yourself, plus raise sponsorship money.  So it all is the same across the county, as far as the price goes.  We have budget reports and documents to back up our assessment of the financial situation, if anyone wants to see them.

The price increase was devastating to all of us.  The softball committee lamented for weeks on how to handle this.  We sincerely regret that it is like this, but we have no choice.  The State budget cuts to the counties trickle all the way down to little old us!  I hate that even with this price increase, we are at risk for running into the red. 
 We hope you continue to play softball at Perdido!  We love the girls and want to make the program great and economical for all of us.

Please contact Debbie Cicero, Softball Director, if you have any questions or ideas for fundraising. debbracicero@wcicommunities.com  or 850-291-0862.

2008 Softball Sponsorship Form

The Perdido Bay Youth Sports Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to the support, education and development of good citizenship for the youth in our community through organized sports.  Our goal is to educate and develop each individual’s own character, self-esteem, attitude and sportsmanship with adult leadership providing the example.  We invite you to participate as a team sponsor.

Your company will receive a tax-deductible letter of charitable contribution for your taxes (upon request).  PBYSA is a 501-C3 tax exempt non-profit corporation.  We would like to thank you for your support and assure you that your contribution will be spent solely for the purpose of the sports activities conducted by PBYSA.  If you would like to talk to the Director of Softball, Debbie Cicero, you may contact her at 850-291-0862

Sponsorship Options

Please place your business card above, or draw your sign design.

Circle level of Sponsorship:         Gold  or   Silver   or  Bronze   or   Small Sign  or Team Banner or Spirit Sign

 Company Name: ____________________________Contact:        ______________

Team To Sponsor: Age Group_______________Team Name____________________

Mailing Address:   _____________________________________________________

Phone Number:                                              Check # and Amount:                                   
                                                           
Authorized Signature:                                               

E-Mail Address:                                                       

Make Checks Payable To:  Perdido Bay Youth Sports Association Attn: Girls Softball or P.B.Y.S.A.
By mail, send form and payment to    PO Box 34060
                                                            Pensacola, FL  32507

PBYSA Softball Spring 2008 Parent Pledge

Please Read Each Item.  By signing the registration form, you agree to abide by this Pledge.

1. I pledge to get my child to practice and games on time. I understand that it can be embarrassing for
my child to be late and that I may be putting him/her at risk by not providing adequate time for warm
up. I will be on time to pick up my child from all games and practices. This shows respect for the
coach, and it tells my child that he or she is my top priority.

2. I pledge to use positive encouragement to fill my child's Emotional Tank because athletes do their
best when their “Emotional Tank” is full. I understand that fewer than 1% of youth sports participants
receive college scholarships and that the top three reasons kids play sports are a) to have fun, b) to
make new friends, and c) to learn new skills. I understand that the game is for the players, and I will
keep sports in the proper perspective.

3. I pledge to reinforce the ELM Tree of Mastery with my child (E for Effort, L for Learning and M for
bouncing back from Mistakes). Winners are people who make maximum effort, continue to learn and
improve, and do not let mistakes, or fear of making mistakes, stop them. I understand that mistakes
are an inevitable part of any game and that people learn from their mistakes. I understand that
children are born with different abilities and that the true measure is not how my child compares to
others but how he/she is doing in comparison to his/her best self.

4. I pledge to "Honor the Game." I understand the importance of setting a good example for my child.
No matter what others may do, I will show respect for all involved in the game including coaches,
players, opponents, opposing fans, and officials. I understand that officials make mistakes. If the
official makes a "bad" call against my team, I will Honor the Game and be silent!

5. I pledge to refrain from yelling out instructions to my child. I understand that this is the coach's job.
I understand that games are chaotic times for children trying to deal with fast-paced action and
respond to opponents, teammates and coaches. I will limit my comments during the game to
encouraging my child and other players for both teams.

6. I pledge to refrain from making negative comments about my child's coach in my child's presence. I
understand that this plants a negative seed in my child's head that can negatively influence my child's
motivation and overall experience.
7.  I pledge to not use profanity at any sporting event (games or practices).
8.  I pledge to not use tobacco or alcohol at any sporting event (games or practices). 
9.  I pledge to helping the team fulfill its sponsor requirements of $800.00, either through sponsorships, fundraisers, or parental contribution, all due by March 31, 2008.  I understand that if my team fails to secure the entire sponsorship requirements, I will be assessed, and required to pay a fee that will be an amount of the remaining sponsorship monies needed, divided equally among the players on that team.       
10.  I pledge to adhere to all rules and decisions set down by the Softball Committee.
11.  I agree to work my prescribed time in the concession stand and/or clean up the grounds/facilities at Baars Field.  It is through volunteerism that we will keep our registration fees down. 
I agree to follow the guidelines listed above.  I have signed the 2008 PBYSA Softball registration form as a representative of my entire family, hereby adjoining them and myself to the agreement above. 

2008 Softball Information and Important Dates

Check our site www.pbysa.net for frequent updates.

• Registration for Spring Ball is January 19, 26, and February 2nd at Jim C. Bailey from 9-1.
• Evaluations are February 4th and 5th at Baars Field (located behind Winn Dixie). Times are:

8U – 6 pm-February 4th (Field 3)
10U – 6 pm-February4th (Field 4)
12U – 6 pm-February 5th (Field 4)
16U –7 pm--February 5th (Field 4)

• Coaches’ Meeting:  All Coaches must attend. Feb.6, 2008 6:00 pm– FIELD HOUSE - BAARS
• Coaches’ Meeting February 30th 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 at Baars Field Club House. 
• Field Day is February 16 at 8:00 a.m.  Bring your gloves, shovels, hammers, rakes, etc. (label everything w/ your name, please). Come out and help keep our field maintained!
• Opening Day is March 8th at 8:00 a.m. Opening Ceremonies, first games, team photos, fundraisers.  Plan to spend the day at the park!
• Sponsorships  Each team is required to raise funds for their team.  Total Team requirement is $800.00. 

***We have a new sign available this season for $50 that parents can purchase, or teams can buy as a whole and use for spirit sign – “Go Braves” etc.). 
***You can download new sponsorship forms from our website at www.pbysa.net

• Fundraisers will be organized during the season through each individual team.  Please get with your Team Mom for details.
• Umpires!  We need umpires.  If you are interested in umpiring (for pay!) call Debbie at 850-291-0862.
• Booth:  Your team may choose to do a “team fundraiser” on opening day.  If you want to have some sort of booth to raise funds for your team-either for a party or to fulfill sponsorship requirements, please get approval from Dana Harris (850-439-6189) before planning the booth.
• Concession:  This year the League is in charge of the concession.  This means that each team will have a specified time to work their turn in running the concession stand during open hours.  Your team will be assigned a time to work when you are NOT scheduled for games and the coach or team mom can staff it with their own specific parents’ schedules.  Your team mom or coach will be able to assign a contact person for the concession duty.  Please pitch in to make this concession the best we’ve ever had!  More details will be given to you by your coach.

Fee Increase:  What changed is that Escambia County is not paying for ANY maintenance of the fields of any of the county parks.  Even with this fee increase, we will be scooting by on the skin of our teeth.  Any light bulb, tons of dirt, any fence fixing, equipment, electric bills or any maintenance that we require, we have to pay for every little and BIG thing (it has not been like this before).  This applies to all the parks in every county in Florida.  All parks will have registration fee increases.  At some other area parks, they haven’t figured out how much it costs to run the program without the county, so they haven’t increased their prices (which they will take a hit for later).  Some parks say registration is $70-80 but then you have to buy a uniform for $50-60 that you pay for yourself, plus raise sponsorship money.  So it all is the same across the county, as far as the price goes.  We have budget reports and documents to back up our assessment of the financial situation, if anyone wants to see them. 
The price increase was devastating to all of us.  The baseball committee lamented for weeks on how to handle this.  We sincerely regret that it is like this, but we have no choice.  The State budget cuts to the counties trickle all the way down to little old us!  I hate that even with the price increase; we are at risk for running into the red.  
Please contact Debbie Cicero, Softball Director, if you have any questions or ideas for fundraising. debbracicero@wcicommunities.com.