Though the weather wasn't as nice as Tuesday, I was still very pleased with the outcomes of yesterday's two games. Our pitching was solid and we got offensive contributions from the top to bottom or our order. If we continue to improve on defense, we should enjoy continued success.
Our schedule for the upcoming week:
Mon, 3/29 - Practice, Var and JV 3:30 - 5:30 at Champion (5 - 7, if inside)
Tue, 3/30 - Var Game @ Ridgeview at 4:30; dismissed at 2:40, vans leave at 3:00 - JV Practice 3:30 - 5:30 @ Champion (5 - 7, if inside)
Wed, 3/31 - Var and JV game @ Morton at 4:30; dismissed at 2:30, bus leaves at 2:45 - Practice inside 5-7, if game is cancelled
Thu, 4/1 - Var practice 3:30 - 5:30 at Champion (5 - 7, if inside) - JV Game @ Clinton at 4:30; dismissed at 2:40, vans leave at 3:00
Fri, 4/2 - If we go inside, we will practice from 8 - 10 - If we go outside, we will practice from 10:00 - 11:30 - Either way, practice will be OPTIONAL
Sat, 4/3 - Var and JV DH with Tri-Valley @ Champion at 10:00 - Players should report to fields at 9:00
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Saturday, March 27, 2010
It's Going to be a Cold One out There ...
... but it still looks like it will be a beautiful day for softball!
Girls should arrive at field by 9:00 AM, ready to warm up at 9:15. We play two games today, with the first game starting at 10:00.
Reminder to all varsity families, we have requested that each varsity player donate an 8 pack of gatorade (your choice of color or flavor) for us to sell in the concession stand. If your player has not already done so, you may bring it to the game today and give it to Marianne Riddell or Erica Hundman.
Girls should arrive at field by 9:00 AM, ready to warm up at 9:15. We play two games today, with the first game starting at 10:00.
Reminder to all varsity families, we have requested that each varsity player donate an 8 pack of gatorade (your choice of color or flavor) for us to sell in the concession stand. If your player has not already done so, you may bring it to the game today and give it to Marianne Riddell or Erica Hundman.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Thursday, March 24
Practice update ... we will meet in Rm. 216 at 3:10 to complete the survey that was discussed at the preseason meeting. We should be done no later than 3:45.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Great Game Today!
The season opener started with bright sunshine and warm temperatures and built from there.
On the mound, Chloe struck out the first 13 batters she faced and 14 of 15 overall.
At the plate, we scored 12 runs on 7 hits and 4 walks. Our hits included 2 doubles and 1 triple. We also had 2 sac bunts and a sac fly, 2 SB, and 9 RBI. Kelsey led the way, going 3-4 with a triple, a stolen base, 2 runs and 3 RBI.
Keep up the hard work girls!
On the mound, Chloe struck out the first 13 batters she faced and 14 of 15 overall.
At the plate, we scored 12 runs on 7 hits and 4 walks. Our hits included 2 doubles and 1 triple. We also had 2 sac bunts and a sac fly, 2 SB, and 9 RBI. Kelsey led the way, going 3-4 with a triple, a stolen base, 2 runs and 3 RBI.
Keep up the hard work girls!
Monday, March 22, 2010
Check Your Uniform Bags ...
We have misplaced the JV black uniform #5. Please check your uniform to make sure you have the correct jersey and that you don't have two. Let Coach Sondgeroth or Coach Pessman know if you find it.
Sunday, March 21, 2010
The Week Ahead: March 22 - 28
Mon, 3/22 - Practice at Champion Fields 3:30 - 5:30, Varsity and JV
Tue, 3/23 - Varsity Season Opener @ O'Neil Park @ 4:00 vs. Central Catholic. The girls are dismissed from their 2:00 class at 2:40 and should be at the field ready to warm up by 3:15. The weather forecast is for sunny skies and a high in the low 60's!!!!! JV players will practice from 3:30 - 5:30 at Champion Fields.
Wed, 3/24 - Practice at Champion Fields 3:30 - 5:30, Varsity and JV. At this time the weather looks like it will cooperate and let us get outside. If not, our assigned practice time inside is 7:00 - 9:00.
Thu, 3/25 - Practice at Champion Fields 3:30 - 5:30, Varsity and JV. Weather forecast dose not look favorable, meaning we should be prepared to practice inside at U-High from 7:00 - 9:00.
Fri, 3/26 - Practice at Champion Fields 3:30 - 5:30, Varsity and JV. Weather forecast calls for chilly temps, but we will make every effort to get outside ahead of Saturday's scheduled varsity DH.
Sat, 3/27 - DH vs Highland Park at Champion Fields at 10:00. Girls should be at the field by 9:00. If the weather does not cooperate, our assigned indoor practice time is 10:00 - noon. JV practice TBA.
Sun, 3/28 - Enjoy a day off!!!!!
Tue, 3/23 - Varsity Season Opener @ O'Neil Park @ 4:00 vs. Central Catholic. The girls are dismissed from their 2:00 class at 2:40 and should be at the field ready to warm up by 3:15. The weather forecast is for sunny skies and a high in the low 60's!!!!! JV players will practice from 3:30 - 5:30 at Champion Fields.
Wed, 3/24 - Practice at Champion Fields 3:30 - 5:30, Varsity and JV. At this time the weather looks like it will cooperate and let us get outside. If not, our assigned practice time inside is 7:00 - 9:00.
Thu, 3/25 - Practice at Champion Fields 3:30 - 5:30, Varsity and JV. Weather forecast dose not look favorable, meaning we should be prepared to practice inside at U-High from 7:00 - 9:00.
Fri, 3/26 - Practice at Champion Fields 3:30 - 5:30, Varsity and JV. Weather forecast calls for chilly temps, but we will make every effort to get outside ahead of Saturday's scheduled varsity DH.
Sat, 3/27 - DH vs Highland Park at Champion Fields at 10:00. Girls should be at the field by 9:00. If the weather does not cooperate, our assigned indoor practice time is 10:00 - noon. JV practice TBA.
Sun, 3/28 - Enjoy a day off!!!!!
Concessions Update
Mrs. Riddell has been hard at work on the plans for a softball concession stand for the upcoming season.
VARSITY PLAYERS: We are asking that each player donate an 8-pack of 20 oz. bottles of Gatorade for our concessions - your choice on flavor/color. Kali will collect them at the end of practices this week. When we are running low, I will request the same from the JV players.
PARENTS: We have set up a site on line to allow parents to volunteer to work the concession stand. To sign up, click here.
Thanks - Go Pioneers!
VARSITY PLAYERS: We are asking that each player donate an 8-pack of 20 oz. bottles of Gatorade for our concessions - your choice on flavor/color. Kali will collect them at the end of practices this week. When we are running low, I will request the same from the JV players.
PARENTS: We have set up a site on line to allow parents to volunteer to work the concession stand. To sign up, click here.
Thanks - Go Pioneers!
Friday, March 19, 2010
Practice - Saturday, March 20
What a joy it was to get outside and practice tonight. Still a little wet in the OF, but we accomplished nearly all of our goals for the practice in a short period of time.
We have adjusted the practice schedule for tomorrow a little.
- Varsity will practice from 9:00 - 10:30 at U-High. Immediately following practice, the Satchwells have invited the varsity team to attend the pancake and sausage breakfast at the Mennonite Relief Sale at the Interstate Center on Bloomington's west side. Better yet - they're buying! Thank you to the Satchwells for this generous offer.
- JV will practice from 9:00 - 11:00 at U-High, though they may get done a little early as Coach Pessman doesn't want to miss out on the (free) breakfast. Seriously, everyone should be out of the gyms and ready to head home no later than 11:00.
Reminder - we added a game to the varsity schedule on Tuesday, March 23, at 4:00 at O'Neil Park vs. Central Catholic. We hope the weather cooperates and that we see all of you there!
We have adjusted the practice schedule for tomorrow a little.
- Varsity will practice from 9:00 - 10:30 at U-High. Immediately following practice, the Satchwells have invited the varsity team to attend the pancake and sausage breakfast at the Mennonite Relief Sale at the Interstate Center on Bloomington's west side. Better yet - they're buying! Thank you to the Satchwells for this generous offer.
- JV will practice from 9:00 - 11:00 at U-High, though they may get done a little early as Coach Pessman doesn't want to miss out on the (free) breakfast. Seriously, everyone should be out of the gyms and ready to head home no later than 11:00.
Reminder - we added a game to the varsity schedule on Tuesday, March 23, at 4:00 at O'Neil Park vs. Central Catholic. We hope the weather cooperates and that we see all of you there!
Thursday, March 18, 2010
The bake sale is coming!
Link to sign up for shifts:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/shifts
Link to sign up for food items:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/uhigh
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/shifts
Link to sign up for food items:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/uhigh
Softball Practice - Fri, 3/19 and Sat, 3/20
Friday, March 19 - Varsity AND JV teams at Champion Fields from 3:30 - 5:30 pm. Girls need to find their own transportation to/from the fields.
Saturday, March 20 - At this time, the weather looks like it may not cooperate. If we can't go outside, our assigned time is 8:00 - 10:00 AM! We will monitor the situation closely tomorrow and let the girls know exactly what is going on after practice tomorrow night.
Saturday, March 20 - At this time, the weather looks like it may not cooperate. If we can't go outside, our assigned time is 8:00 - 10:00 AM! We will monitor the situation closely tomorrow and let the girls know exactly what is going on after practice tomorrow night.
Game Added to Varsity Schedule
We have added a game to the varsity schedule - next Tuesday, March 23, at 4:00 pm at O'Neil Park vs. Central Catholic. The girls will be dismissed from school at 2:40 and should find their own transportation to and from the diamond. Let me know if your daughter needs help securing a ride.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Softball Updates
- My apologies for practice running over tonight. As a parent, I know how important it is for our kids to stay on schedule. We will work very hard to make sure that this does not occur again any time soon!
- Team and Individual Pictures will be taken tomorrow night, Varsity at 4:00 and JV at 4:15. I believe the Varsity agreed to wear their gold jerseys, gold shorts, green socks and cleats/shoes. I believe the JV agreed to wear black jerseys, black shorts, gold socks and cleats/shoes. I would encourage everyone to bring both uniforms just in case we need to make an adjustment. If you need a picture order form, click here.
- We are going to try to practice at Champion Fields on Friday afternoon. Remember, the girls are responsible for finding their own way to the fields. Let me know if their are any problems with securing a ride. Please note that we will keep the girls until 5:15.
- Saturday's practice time is up in the air right now. If the weather is nice, we will try to get onto Champion again. But if the weather doesn't cooperate, then we are assigned to practice inside from 8:00 - 10:00 am. We will try to make a final decision by the end of practice on Friday.
- We may be adding a varsity game to the schedule next Tuesday, March 23. Hopefully, we will have confirmation either way before tomorrow's practice.
- Team and Individual Pictures will be taken tomorrow night, Varsity at 4:00 and JV at 4:15. I believe the Varsity agreed to wear their gold jerseys, gold shorts, green socks and cleats/shoes. I believe the JV agreed to wear black jerseys, black shorts, gold socks and cleats/shoes. I would encourage everyone to bring both uniforms just in case we need to make an adjustment. If you need a picture order form, click here.
- We are going to try to practice at Champion Fields on Friday afternoon. Remember, the girls are responsible for finding their own way to the fields. Let me know if their are any problems with securing a ride. Please note that we will keep the girls until 5:15.
- Saturday's practice time is up in the air right now. If the weather is nice, we will try to get onto Champion again. But if the weather doesn't cooperate, then we are assigned to practice inside from 8:00 - 10:00 am. We will try to make a final decision by the end of practice on Friday.
- We may be adding a varsity game to the schedule next Tuesday, March 23. Hopefully, we will have confirmation either way before tomorrow's practice.
Monday, March 15, 2010
REMINDER ...
If you have not yet signed up for the in-town BNGSA team are intend to do so, your registration forms must be postmarked by TODAY - March 15! Remember to selct a coach (Fritz) and a player (Morgan Sondgeroth, Jessica Elliot, Rachel Gocker) to insure your spot on our team.
Sunday, March 14, 2010
The Week Ahead - March 15 - 21
Mon, March 15 - Practice; 3:15 - 5:00 (rain or shine)
Tue, March 16 - Practice; 3:15 - 5:00 (rain or shine)
.....Uniform issue after practice; 5:00 - 5:30
Wed, March 17 - Practice; 3:15 - 5:00 (rain or shine)
.....Coaches will be in/out of practice due to P/T Conferences
Thu, March 18 - Practice; 3:15 - 5:00 (rain or shine)
.....Team/individual pictures will be taken during practice
.....Bring uniform and completed photo order form
.....Blank forms are available online - click here
Fri, March 19 - Practice; 3:15 - 5:00 (rain or shine)
Sat, March 20 - Practice; 8 - 10 (inside) or TBA (outside)
Sun, March 21 - OFF
Tue, March 16 - Practice; 3:15 - 5:00 (rain or shine)
.....Uniform issue after practice; 5:00 - 5:30
Wed, March 17 - Practice; 3:15 - 5:00 (rain or shine)
.....Coaches will be in/out of practice due to P/T Conferences
Thu, March 18 - Practice; 3:15 - 5:00 (rain or shine)
.....Team/individual pictures will be taken during practice
.....Bring uniform and completed photo order form
.....Blank forms are available online - click here
Fri, March 19 - Practice; 3:15 - 5:00 (rain or shine)
Sat, March 20 - Practice; 8 - 10 (inside) or TBA (outside)
Sun, March 21 - OFF
Friday, March 12, 2010
Weekend Update
Players are expected to attend one of the two practices this weekend:
Sat, March 13 from 12 - 2 at U-High
Sun, March 14 from 12 - 2 at U-High
Please let Coach Sondgeroth know if you will not be able to attend one of these practices.
Sat, March 13 from 12 - 2 at U-High
Sun, March 14 from 12 - 2 at U-High
Please let Coach Sondgeroth know if you will not be able to attend one of these practices.
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Summer Teams and Lessons
Remember - As per IHSA regulations (3.100), High School softball players may NOT have contact with their summer softball teams until the day AFTER the varsity loses in the state tournament series. The only exception appears to be participation in team fundraising activities. Read the IHSA regulations for full details -
www. IHSA.org/org/policy/index.htm.
Players CAN take lessons (3.110), as long as no more than two UHigh students take the same lesson at the same time.
www. IHSA.org/org/policy/index.htm.
Players CAN take lessons (3.110), as long as no more than two UHigh students take the same lesson at the same time.
Spring Break 2010
Due to the low number of girls attending practice (16 - 18), we have adjusted the practice schedule on Monday and Tuesday next week. The upcoming schedule is as follows:
Fri 3/5 - Practice at U-High 3:15 - 5:00
Sat 3/6 - Practice at U-High 10:00 - 12:00
Sun 3/7 - OFF
Mon 3/8 - Practice at Horton FH @ 8:00; end at U-High at 11:00
Tue 3/9 - Practice at Horton FH @ 8:00; end at U-High at 12:00
Wed 3/10 - OFF
Thu 3/11 - OFF
Fri 3/12 - OFF
Sat 3/13 - TBA; will notify girls of exact times on Tuesday
Sun 3/14 - Practice at U-High 12:00 - 2:00
Mon 3/15 - Back to school; practice 3:30 - 5:00 rain or shine!
Fri 3/5 - Practice at U-High 3:15 - 5:00
Sat 3/6 - Practice at U-High 10:00 - 12:00
Sun 3/7 - OFF
Mon 3/8 - Practice at Horton FH @ 8:00; end at U-High at 11:00
Tue 3/9 - Practice at Horton FH @ 8:00; end at U-High at 12:00
Wed 3/10 - OFF
Thu 3/11 - OFF
Fri 3/12 - OFF
Sat 3/13 - TBA; will notify girls of exact times on Tuesday
Sun 3/14 - Practice at U-High 12:00 - 2:00
Mon 3/15 - Back to school; practice 3:30 - 5:00 rain or shine!
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Dinner out tonight ...
Remember the U-High Softball Fund Raiser at Rosati's tonight - North Normal location (by Starplex Theaters) ONLY! See flyers below for more details.
Apparel Order Form ... revised
I have reposted the apparel order form so that the entire sheet will now fit into your print screen (my apologies to those who have already printed).
Click on the form to enlarge and then print off a copy (can be black/white). Return competed forms (with payment) to me by 8:00 am this Friday.
Reminder to all new players - You need to purchase a forest green sleeve to go under your uniform. You have the option to purchase one with this order.
Let me know if you have any questions or concerns - Coach Sondgeroth
Click on the form to enlarge and then print off a copy (can be black/white). Return competed forms (with payment) to me by 8:00 am this Friday.
Reminder to all new players - You need to purchase a forest green sleeve to go under your uniform. You have the option to purchase one with this order.
Let me know if you have any questions or concerns - Coach Sondgeroth
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Remember ...
... to check one of our sites (blog, facebook or twitter) on a regular basis, especially when you are absent from a practice or game.
For example, we were able to change today's practice time to accommodate the schedule of several of our upperclassmen. Unfortunately, not every player - or their parents - received this information, either because the player was absent or because the player failed to communicate this information to their parents.
Spring is the most difficult time in which to coach, as the weather can wreak havoc on our schedule on a near daily basis. We will do our best to keep these adjustments to a minimum and to communicate these changes in a timely fashion.
Players, please take responsibility for knowing what is going on and for communicating any changes to your parents. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!
For example, we were able to change today's practice time to accommodate the schedule of several of our upperclassmen. Unfortunately, not every player - or their parents - received this information, either because the player was absent or because the player failed to communicate this information to their parents.
Spring is the most difficult time in which to coach, as the weather can wreak havoc on our schedule on a near daily basis. We will do our best to keep these adjustments to a minimum and to communicate these changes in a timely fashion.
Players, please take responsibility for knowing what is going on and for communicating any changes to your parents. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Change in Practice Times This Week ...
We have made adjustments to the practice schedule this week on Wednesday and Friday:
Wed, March 3 - Practice from 3:15 - 5:00 in the Small Gym
Thu, March 4 - Practice from 7:00 - 9:00 in both gyms
Fri, March 5 - Practice from 3:15 - 5:00 in the Small Gym
Sat, March 6 - Practice from 10:00 - 12:00 in both gyms
If you will miss any practice for any reason over the next 2 weeks, please send me an e-mail listing these dates. Remember, we will be adding practice times next Saturday and Sunday to help the people who missed over spring break to get caught up!
Wed, March 3 - Practice from 3:15 - 5:00 in the Small Gym
Thu, March 4 - Practice from 7:00 - 9:00 in both gyms
Fri, March 5 - Practice from 3:15 - 5:00 in the Small Gym
Sat, March 6 - Practice from 10:00 - 12:00 in both gyms
If you will miss any practice for any reason over the next 2 weeks, please send me an e-mail listing these dates. Remember, we will be adding practice times next Saturday and Sunday to help the people who missed over spring break to get caught up!
Answers to FAQs
1. Uniform cost? Cost to the players is minimal. We issue each player at least one uniform, usually two. We collect them back at the end of the season.
2. What doesn't come with the uniform that is needed? We ask them to buy a forest green undershirt (available on our apparel order form), a pair of socks (we will discuss this with them at a later date), and a pair of cleats (whatever they feel comfortable in). Additionally, we encourage them to buy a black UH visor (available on our apparel order form, as well.)
3. When will the practices move to Champion Fields? I don't envision us going to Champion Fields until after spring break. We may even wait until March 22, depending on the date of our first game.
4. Where are you meeting for practice tonight? All practices this week will begin in the U-High gyms. We are discussing changes in the schedule for Wednesday and Friday nights. We will let you know as soon as possible if these changes are made.
5. For the U-High in-town team, we sent in our application early. What should I do to get her on that team or is that something you can do? I will make contact with the people at BNGSA and see if we can't get her preference switched. We are registering with Coach Fritz and listing one other player on the team (Morgan S, Jessica E, Rachel G, Anna F, etc.)
6. When do Spirit wear order forms come out? I will be distributing them at practice tonight . Orders are due to me by 8:00 Friday morning.
7. Physical should be good. Will you check on it for me to make sure? If I have not said anything to your daughter, then she is good to go. As of last night, only 4 players (2 Srs and 2 Jrs)were officially without a physical.
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2. What doesn't come with the uniform that is needed? We ask them to buy a forest green undershirt (available on our apparel order form), a pair of socks (we will discuss this with them at a later date), and a pair of cleats (whatever they feel comfortable in). Additionally, we encourage them to buy a black UH visor (available on our apparel order form, as well.)
3. When will the practices move to Champion Fields? I don't envision us going to Champion Fields until after spring break. We may even wait until March 22, depending on the date of our first game.
4. Where are you meeting for practice tonight? All practices this week will begin in the U-High gyms. We are discussing changes in the schedule for Wednesday and Friday nights. We will let you know as soon as possible if these changes are made.
5. For the U-High in-town team, we sent in our application early. What should I do to get her on that team or is that something you can do? I will make contact with the people at BNGSA and see if we can't get her preference switched. We are registering with Coach Fritz and listing one other player on the team (Morgan S, Jessica E, Rachel G, Anna F, etc.)
6. When do Spirit wear order forms come out? I will be distributing them at practice tonight . Orders are due to me by 8:00 Friday morning.
7. Physical should be good. Will you check on it for me to make sure? If I have not said anything to your daughter, then she is good to go. As of last night, only 4 players (2 Srs and 2 Jrs)were officially without a physical.
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