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The Greater Sacramento Softball association is an affiliation of USA Softball (Formerly ASA), the National Governing Body of softball. We are one of 65 associations in the United States. USA Softball has many important responsibilities as the National Governing Body of softball in the United States, including regulating competition to insure fairness and equal opportunity
The USA Softball National School is run by a team of National Umpire staff members, who serve as the clinicians. With a ratio of at least one clinician per 25-30 students, each participant will receive hands-on personal instruction on both fast pitch and slow pitch umpiring including base and plate mechanics. Attendees at this USA Softball National Umpire School can expect discussions on rule changes for the upcoming 2022 season while developing and enhancing their skills with lectures and on-field drills.
USA Softball of Sacramento Seeks New Commissioner
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 19, 2021
SACRAMENTO — USA Softball of Sacramento, a volunteer driven, not-for-profit organization, is seeking applicants for the position of Commissioner/CEO. This position becomes available following the retirement of Commissioner Jeff Dubchansky after 25 years of service.
About the Position
The applicants for USA Softball of Sacramento Commissioner should be individuals interested in serving as the Chief Executive Officer of a multi-faceted softball organization which serves adults, youth, seniors and umpires. This position serves as the principal liaison between the local Sacramento association and the USA Softball National Office in Oklahoma City. In addition to the job duties listed in the attached job description, the Commissioner of USA Softball of Sacramento will perform the following within their role:
- Lead the local Board of Directors
- Manage Association’s finances and payroll
- Attend meetings / events
- Direct and work with employees / volunteers of the program.
While historically the Commissioner has been a volunteer position, the local association board has approved a monthly stipend to be allocated to the individual selected. While the stipend is not intended to be the individual’s sole source of income, the amount can justify some of the time spent working on the program. The stipend will be dependent on the individual selected.
Recruitment
Those interested in applying for the position of Commissioner for USA Softball of Sacramento should send a resume and cover letter to: info@usasoftballsacramento.org.
Resumes will be accepted until November 15, 2021 at 5 p.m.
Selection
A selection committee appointed by the USA Softball of Sacramento Board of Directors will review the documents submitted and select the most qualified applicants to attend an interview tentatively scheduled for the first week of December.
2021-2022 Scholarship Opportunities
As a part of USA Softball of Sacramento's Mission Statement, one of the goals of our organization is to provide scholarships to enable more persons an opportunity for advanced education.
We have two scholarships offered to athletes on an annual basis and the deadline is December 31st of the current year.
GSSA YOUTH & ADULT LEAGUES
USA Softball of Sacramento and the Greater Sacramento Softball Association has partnered with Sunrise Rec & Park District as well as City of Rocklin to offer league play during the Spring, Summer and Fall seasons. The league program is designed to provide both competitive and recreational league opportunities for softball teams in the area.
Val Arioto - USA Softball Camps
Come train with Team USA Olympic Athlete, Valerie Arioto and other instructors in this exclusive All-Player skills camp. This camp will provide athletes an opportunity to work through a series of offense and defensive drills as well as diving into the mental aspect of the sport. Sessions are limited to 40 athletes per session and are divided by age division. All campers receive a USA Softball shirt.
2022 Gold Qualifier
USA Softball of Sacramento is proud to have been selected to host the 2022 Gold Championship Northern California Qualifier. This tournament will be played on the weekend of January 8-9 (possible Friday night games) at Mather Sports Complex, an all-turf complex in Rancho Cordova, California.
The winning team from this event in each age group will be awarded a berth to attend the 2022 USA Softball Gold National Championship in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Space is limited in this event. Payment is not due at this time, but you must register in order to save your spot in the tournament. The tournament is first come, first serve.
