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Welcome to Capo Girls Softball

Spring 2024

WELCOME TO THE 2024 SPRING REGISTRATION WITH CAPO GIRLS SOFTBALL!
 
All the information you need to know about the upcoming season is available below! Please read thru each page carefully to ensure all information is provided accurately.
 
SPRING 2024 AGE DIVISIONS

As of this year, USA Softball has changed the cutoff date for each division. Please see the age groups below. 
 
Play-Ups: Any requests for an exemption must be approved. Please send all questions and requests to [email protected].
 
Division Birthdate Range
 
6U 9/1/2016 - 9/1/2019
8U 9/1/2014 - 8/31/2016
10U 9/1/2012 - 8/31/2014
12U 9/1/2010 - 8/31/2012
14U 9/1/2008 - 8/31/2010
  
SPRING SEASON 2024 REGISTRATION FEES
 
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION runs through November 30, 2023 - DISCOUNT taken at checkout
6U: $105 Early Bird
8U-14U: $200 Early Bird
 
Registration fees after 11/30/23
 
6U: $125
8U – 14U: $250 thru 12/31/23. After 12/31 there will be an additional $25 late registration fee.
 
The Registration fee includes USA Softball membership, field costs, umpire fees, team photo, uniform (jersey), and item of CAPO Softball spirit wear.
 
SPRING SEASON AT A GLANCE
 
Time Commitment:
  • 6U – typically 1 practice and 1 game per week. 
  • 8U-14U – typically 2 practices & 1 game/week for 1st half of the season. 1 practice & 2 games/week for 2nd half of the season.
  • Please list conflicts on your registration form.
Team Formation:
  • 6U teams are selected geographically and with coach/friend requests in mind.
  • 8U-14U teams are drafted with the goal of creating even teams.
We will do the best we can but cannot guarantee friend request placements.
 
Season Calendar:
  • Spring Evaluations & Opening Day are TBD.
  • Games are tentatively scheduled to start in mid-February and conclude at the end of April.
  • Mid-week games will be as follows:
  • 8U – Tuesday
  • 10U – Wednesday
  • 12U - Thursday
Season Locations:
  • Games & practices occur in Ladera Ranch, Rancho Mission Viejo, and San Juan Capistrano. 
  • The fields are all approximately within 5 miles of each other.
 
Volunteering & Fundraising:
  • Families are required to volunteer at least 4 hours of time per player per season or "buyout" their volunteer obligation. There will be a limited number of buyouts available.
  • Families are required to fundraise. Fundraising information coming soon.
 
SPRING SELECT 2024
 
For girls who are looking for additional competitive play, consider CAPO's Spring Select program. A Spring Select Team is a collaboration of the most advanced and skilled CAPO players from all recreational teams who are interested in playing at a more competitive level against other Select teams from leagues all over Orange County and surrounding counties.
 
Select teams are formed after evaluations and will play double headers on Sundays in addition to their recreational practices and games. Select details and evaluation dates will be announced soon.
 
 
SPRING 2024 FAQs
 
If you do not see your question below please feel free to submit your question to our board at [email protected].
 
1) Where are games and practices located?
 
During the Spring Season, home games and practices may be held at the following fields:
 
·     COX Sports Park, Ladera Ranch
·     Esencia Sports Park, Rancho Mission Viejo
·     Sendero Field, Rancho Mission Viejo
·     Pavilion Park, Rancho Mission Viejo
·     Cooks Cordova Park, San Juan Capistrano
·     La Novia Park, San Juan Capistrano
·     Marco Forster, San Juan Capistrano
 
2) How often will the girls practice? How often are games?
 
The number of practice sessions each week depends on the age division and the head coach. 6U will typically practice one night a week with a weekly game on Saturday. Upper divisions typically practice twice a week until midweek games start (in mid-March 2023), then practice once a week from then on.  A practice schedule will become available in late January once teams are formed. Managers (head coaches) create their own practice schedules so we will not know when your practice is until your team is drafted.
 
3) Will there be any additional fees?
 
Each team usually collects a small amount of money at the start of the season to cover additional costs such as a team banner to display at games, team socks, hair bows, and the team party.
 
4) Can I request a friend or a particular coach?
 
The 6U division is grouped geographically, by coach and friend request. We try as much as possible to have girls play with their friends. We cannot honor requests for 8U-14U as team equality is our top priority. Coaches draft their own teams. With that said, please note your requests during registration and we will notify coaches of those requests during the draft. Please note that friend requests are not guaranteed.
 
5) How are teams formed?
 
8U through 14U will start the season with an on-field evaluation in early January. All girls go through the evaluation process which allows the league to rate the girls’ skill level. These evaluations allow for teams to be evenly drafted by our coaches. Every girl who registered will be placed on a team. The drafting of teams takes place in mid-January and the coaches will contact their teams shortly thereafter. See above for 6U.
 
6) What is provided in the league uniform?
 
The uniform that is provided by the league consists of a team jersey. Girls will be responsible for their own softball pants. Most teams typically purchase team specific or themed socks. Sample uniforms will be made available to be sure your player orders the right size. Team parents will provide more information after teams are formed.
 
7) What equipment is needed?
 
The basic items your player needs are:
·      cleats (soccer cleats are acceptable)
·      helmet with an USA Softball approved face cage
·      softball glove 
·      fielding face masks
·     softball pants
Most girls also prefer their own bat (although many girls share). The bat should come up to the child’s waist when placed on the ground next to the leg. To determine the weight of the bat, the child should be able to hold it parallel to the ground in one hand without much effort. The bat must be printed with the ASA or USA Softball approval. A glove should be able to close around the size of the ball used in the age division in which they play. The 6U and 8U Divisions use a 10” yellow ball. The 10U Division uses an 11” yellow ball. The 12U and 14U Divisions use a 12” yellow ball. CAPO typically holds an equipment swap at Opening Day for lightly used equipment.
 
8) Can my daughter “play up” or "play down"?
 
We do not allow play ups. Exceptions for 6U girls to play up in the 8U division will be made on an individual basis. A formal request must be made to the league in writing PRIOR to evaluation weekend. The CAPO Girls Softball Executive Board must approve any change in playing division and has the final decision. We recommend consulting [email protected] when deciding the best division for your player.
 
9) What if I can't afford the fees for my daughter to play?
 
CAPO offers a limited number of scholarships for financial hardships. Please contact [email protected] to inquire about financial hardship scholarships.
 
10) Will I have to fund raise?
 
Yes. Our registration fees do not cover our annual operating expenses. This makes fundraising crucial to our league's continued success. Every family is required to participate in CAPO’s fundraiser. 
 
11) What is the CAPO Refund Policy?
 
We understand that there are unforeseen circumstances which may lead you to decide to withdraw your player registration. Please keep in mind that this decision not only impacts the league financially, but it also affects team balancing and formation. If a player requests a refund prior to January 1, 2024 they will be refunded 50% of their registration fee. There are NO REFUNDS after teams have been formed.
 
12) What is the volunteer commitment?
 
We value our volunteers and depend on them to create and sustain our CAPO league. Whether you volunteer your time head coaching, prepping fields, or working the snack bar... YOU make a difference in our league. Each family must complete four volunteer hours per player.
 
13) How can I find out about all the latest and greatest CAPO news, events, and promotions?
 
Follow CAPO on social media! Instagram: @capogirlsoftball. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063452567616.

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