Welcome to Womens Softball Association of Greater Willimantic, Inc.

 

News: 2024
Posted by J. M., Last Updated: Sun Feb 18, 2024

The 2024 Season is upon us!!

2024 will be our 50th year!!!

Team Rep meetings are the second Thursday of each month from February thru September at 7 PM at the French Club in WIllimantic.

Any woman over the age of 18 who would like to play and is in need of a team, please contact Jen at this link Playing interest

We are looking to have a full season with many new members (and no rain!) so join today!

 


News: Hall of Fame Announced
Posted by J. M., Last Updated: 7 days ago

WSAGW proudly announces the induction of the 9th class to the WSAGW Hall of Fame!!!
Members of the Hall of Fame are not selected on playing skill but an overall contribution and/or dedication to the league.

The new inductees are: Cindi Paradis, Kathy McCoy, Christine Alson, Michelle (Mickey) Lussier and Jen McNeal

The new Associate member inductees are: Marion (Grandma) Stearns, Jeanette Davis and Paulette Chandler

The new sponsor recognitions are: Team Extreme (Donna and Ron Trahan), Sports Bar and Raymond's Auto

Inductees will be celebrated at players night Saturday, August 10th 2024

Congrats to all!


News: Approved Bat info
Posted by J. M., Last Updated: 7 days ago

Bat info

All bats used in WSAGW must contain the NEW USSSA stamp and not be on the USSSA banned list or be on the approved bat list from USA Softball list, clearly show the approved symbols, be in solid condition with no dents or alterations, pass a compression test and bear the appropriate years certificate sticker.  
Reminder: 2024 is the last year ASA/USA bats will be allowed. Moving forward in 2025 only USSSA bats will be permitted.
Compression testing is ongoing. 

Here is the link for the approved bat list as of 3/15/2024 - USASoftball Certified Equipment - bats

Here is the link for the non-approved bats as of 01/2/2024 -  Banned Bat List This list is for reference only.  Bats wishing to have WSAGW approval need to be on the approved bat list.

Here is the link for USSSA banned bats USSSA banned bats

 These are the approved marks for bats 2024:

USSSA Slow Pitch Softball Stamp Update | JustBatsUSSSA Slow Pitch Softball Stamp Update | JustBats


News: All Stars 2023
Posted by J. M., Last Updated: 11 days ago

All Stars 2023 was fantastic!!

Giant thank you to all who participated, spectated and volunteered!
Group picture soon!

Here are your 2023 All Stars!
American League

                        

National League

                       

 It is a 2 pitch game.
That means they get two pitches to hit (unless the umpire rules it illegal) - no walking, you're an All Star after all!

Events for all players on WSAGW rosters with proper footwear start after the 4th inning.
(Only the All stars must wear their jerseys,)

fastest runner around the bases
hardest throw by radar
longest throw

After the conclusion of the game, the night will end with the home run derby!  Our fence will be set at 200'
Not only will there be a contest for the number of home runs within a set time frame but also the longest home run.
This contest requires registration (submitting your name) by Friday July 21.  Submission can be via the link below or thru your team rep.

Home Run Derby 2023 sign up