SBR Softball - Community Girl's Softball Association in Calgary, Alberta HOME OF THE ROCK IES CMSA FALL BALL REGISTRATION PROGRAMS Learn to Play U9 Modified U11-U19 About SBR South Bow River Rockies is a softball club located in southeast Calgary that provides an opportunity for girls from ages 5 to 19 to learn about and play the game of softball. Rockies Softball offers programming that supports athlete growth both physically and mentally in an inclusive, respectful, and positive social environment. SBR Rockies Softball is committed to providing opportunities for our athletes to compete at all levels from A to D classifications in all age categories from Learn to Play (U7) to High School (U19). LEARN MORE

Discover expert softball clinics tailored for girls of all skill levels! Join our dynamic sessions to refine your techniques, boost confidence, and dominate the diamond. Elevate your game with top-notch coaching and a supportive community. Don't miss out – register now! CLINICS The off-season is a great time for players to improve their skills and game without having to compete in game situations. SBR's clinic offerings are a great opportunity for players to progress their skills in hitting, pitching, catching, and foundational skills while working with some of the best coaches and facilitators Calgary has to offer! Check out what SBR has to offer below for our athletes! STAY TUNED FOR CLINIC INFORMATION.

Explore our lineup of thrilling events, featuring teams from across the region vying for victory on the diamond. Discover tournament schedules, registration details, and more as you prepare to showcase your skills and sportsmanship. Join us for an unforgettable season of softball action and camaraderie. SBR ROCKIES SHOWDOWN May 22 - 24, 2026 What an incredible weekend of softball! A huge THANK YOU to all the teams who travelled from near and far to be part of our tournament. Your energy, sportsmanship, and love for the game made this weekend so special. To the coaches, thank you for your leadership and dedication. To the families, friends, and spectators, thank you for cheering on every player and creating such a fun atmosphere. And to our amazing volunteers — we truly could not do this without you. Your time and hard work behind the scenes made everything possible. We’re grateful to everyone who helped make this tournament such a success and can’t wait to see you all again next season! The SBR Rockies are honoured to be working with its sponsors to put on a first class tournament in support of minor softball and supporting women in trades. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! SBR Softball is excited to invite teams to one of the largest softball tournaments in Western Canada—the SBR Rockies Showdown! Join us next year as over 75 teams come together for an unforgettable weekend of softball. At the high school level, we will proudly present the Jason Schmidt Memorial Award to one player on each gold medal-winning team. This award honours players who demonstrate heart, hustle, sportsmanship, and leadership throughout the tournament. See below for more details. We extend a special thank you to our sponsors, whose support helps promote women in skilled trades through our tournament initiatives. Tournament Info The tournament highlights will include Heart & Hustle awards, medals, a 50/50 raffle and more! Diamond Locations - subject to change* Vista Heights Diamonds - 1419 25th Ave. NE, Calgary, Ab Vista Heights School - 2411 Vermillion St. NE, Calgary, Ab Deerfoot Athletic Park - 1506 16th St. NE, Calgary, Ab Calgary Industrial Softball - 1741 39th Ave. NE, Calgary, Ab Optimist Athletic Park - 5020 26 Ave SW, Calgary, Ab Iron Horse Fields - 300 Mowat St., Langdon, Ab Note: The Tournament Committee reserves the right to refund or reorganize team registrations to ensure reasonably consistent skill levels within divisions. Questions about the tournament or sponsorship information? Reach out to tournament@sbrsoftball.com Jason Schmidt Memorial A ward What is the Jason Schmidt Award? It is an award that will be presented to one High School player of each division at the Rockies Tournament for their passion, grit, and love of the game… kind of like the mega heart & hustle of the tournament. We are honored to call this award the Jason Schmidt Award after our very good friend, Jason Schmidt. He was a huge supporter of SBR, passionate about the game of softball and every team that his daughters have played on, notably the Red Hots (2018), The Heat (2019), the Devils (2021 and 2022) and the Rapids (2023). Having Jason come out to as many games as he could throughout the season was an inspiration to the team and all who knew him! Every year at the Rockies Tournament, we will present this award to 3 very deserving High School (U17/19) athletes who exemplify these qualities. Additionally, we will make a donation to the ALS Society in Jason’s name. 1/3

Discover how volunteers fuel the spirit of girls softball! Explore our page to learn about opportunities, benefits, and how you can make a difference in shaping young athletes' futures. Join our passionate community today! VOLUNTEERS SBR Softball Association is run exclusively by VOLUNTEERS. As our club continues to grow, a continued commitment from our members is necessary for our club to be able to operate effectively. The purpose of the Volunteer Bond is to encourage more of our membership to become actively involved in making our association the best it can be. Every registered player will be required to provide SBR with a Volunteer Bond. Each player must fulfill one (1) role or shift from the approved list. This bond is a commitment to provide service or money towards the operation and continued success of the organization. A Volunteer Bond Agreement must be signed, electronically at time of registration, and a post-dated cheque made out to SBR Softball for July 31 of the current season year in the amount of $450 per player will be required at the player's evaluation or uniform pick-up. Players without a signed agreement and cheque will be unable to pick-up uniforms. It is important that the cheque includes the first and last name of the player. Your cheque will be destroyed at the end of the season once you have fulfilled your volunteer commitment. If a family does not fulfill their volunteer commitment by Aug. 31 of the current season, their bond will be cashed. This volunteer commitment is manditory and will be enforced. Those who have not complied will not be able to register for the following season until their volunteer bond commitment is met through service or payment. Volunteer Role or Shift Required Each player bond must be fulfilled by working an approved Role or Shift. Below is a list of approved volunteer roles, shifts and opportunities. All approved "shifts" are one shift per player bond. Some approved "roles" are per player, ie Team Umpire. Other approved "roles" are per family (2+ players per household), ie Committees. Roles and Shifts cannot be carried over to the following season as we need continued help from year to year. Opting Out Families may choose to opt out of the Volunteer Bond Agreement during registration or opt out of the Volunteer Bond by indicating this choice on the Agreement Form at Evaluations or Uniform Pick-up. They must include a $350 cheque dated for the current date, not post-dated. This cheque will be cashed within 30 days. This will exempt them from performing volunteer activities at the association level, but not team volunteering. If a family volunteers after they have opted out of the Volunteer Bond, they will not be refunded. Note: There will be a $25 administration fee for NSF cheques. It is the sole responsibility of the family to seek out approved opportunities to ensure they fulfill their bond commitment. Opportunities can be found below, as well opportunities may be emailed to the SBR membership. Volunteers will be taken on a first come, first served basis. For more information on the volunteer policy and approved roles and shifts please download them here: Approved Roles and Shifts Volunteer Bond Policies Volunteer Bond FAQ Team Bond Positions *These positions must be approved/appointed by the team's Head Coach* Coach & Assistant Coaches MORE INFORMATION Team Scorekeeper 3 MONTHS - COVERS ONE PLAYER Team Manager MORE INFORMATION Team Diamond Maintenance 3 MONTHS - COVERS ONE PLAYER Team Umpire MORE INFORMATION General Volunteer Opportunities Uniform Pick-up Volunteers REGISTRATION CLOSED Coach Equipment & Uniform Return COMING SOON Picture Day Volunteers REGISTRATION CLOSED Casino COMING SOON FOR 2027 BONDS SBR Showdown Tournament Volunteers REGISTER HERE Evaluation Volunteers Admin REGISTRATION CLOSED Station Attendant REGISTRATION CLOSED Evaluator REGISTRATION CLOSED OTHER SBR ASSOCIATION APPROVED ROLES & SHIFTS FOR VOLUNTEER BONDS SBR BOARD ROLES: (These roles have a time commitment of 1+ years. Covers one (1) family. Executive Roles President Vice-President Treasurer Registrar Director of Operations Coordinator Roles Coach Coordinator Communication Coordinator Development Coordinator Diamonds Coordinator Equipment Coordinator Evaluations Coordinator Learn to Play Coordinator Tournament Coordinator Umpire Coordinator Uniform and Picture Day Coordinator Volunteer and Casino Coordinator Bond Manual Bond Roles F.A.Q

South Bow River Rockies is a softball/fastpitch association located in southeast Calgary that provides an opportunity for girls from ages 5 to 19 to learn about and play the game of softball. Rockies Softball offers programming that supports athlete growth both physically and mentally in an inclusive, respectful, and positive social environment. PLAYER DEVELOPMENT GUIDELINES Rockies Softball offers programming that supports athlete growth both physically and mentally in an inclusive, respectful, and positive social environment. The SBR Rockies Softball club is committed to providing opportunities for our athletes to compete at all levels from A to D classifications in all age divisions from Timbits to U19. Rockies’ athlete development is guided by Softball Canada’s Long Term Player Development guide (LTPD) , Softball Canada’s Athlete Development Matrix (ADM) and Softball Canada’s Gold Medal Profile resources. Roadmap Our strategic plan for SBR Rockies Softball is a comprehensive roadmap designed to systematically enhance performance, foster a cohesive team environment, and achieve excellence in team development, guided by a commitment to consistency and sustained success. Explore the full plan and see how we're fostering sustained success HERE . Athlete Development Matrix Resources Softball Canada's Athlete Development Matrix outlines the skills and attributes of athletes as they progress through each stage of development. It provides coaches and parents with a directory of skills that are developmentally appropriate and to maximize player's enjoyment of the sport. Active Start (Ages 0-6) Fundamentals (Ages 5-8) Learn to Train (Ages 8-11) Train to Train (Ages 11-15) Train to Compete (Ages 15-21) Learn & Train to Win (Ages 19+) Living to Win (Ages 19+) Active for Life (All Ages) Softball Canada Gold Medal Profiles The Gold Medal Profile defines the required skills and abilities to achieve podium performance and recognition at the highest level of play (Olympics, PanAm Games, World Championships, etc). It focuses on technical and tactical skills, as well as life, mental and physical skills. Train to Train Train to Compete Learn & Train to Win Living to Win

Discover tournament details, schedules, and registration information as you prepare to showcase your skills and sportsmanship at this prestigious event. Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with thrilling matchups, fierce competition, and lasting memories. Gear up for the ultimate test of talent and teamwork. Explore now and get ready to leave it all on the field at provincials! PROVINCIALS AP Provincials Application Process Teams planning to attend any Softball Alberta Provincial Category must first receive approval from SBR's Executive. Provincial registration fees will not be covered by SBR without this approval. Softball Alberta Provincial registration deadline is June 1st. Requests must be sent to the SBR Coordinator no later than May 25th for approval. Complete the Provincial Registration Approval Form and submit to coordinator@sbrsoftball.com Once approval is granted, find instructions to register here . For more information please see the links below: Softball Alberta Coaching Info Calgary Minor Softball Coaching Info CR Provincials Coach Requirements SBR Coach Requirements Community Softball Coach Clinic Making Ethical Decisions Note: Every team must have at least ONE female coach on the bench that meets these requirements SBR will pay for the Community Softball, Competition Introduction and Respect in Sport for Activity Leader courses for those who coach with SBR. Submit your receipts to treasurer@sbrsoftball.com and include your full name, SBR player's name and the head coach's name of the team you are coaching with.

Discover expert guidance and leadership on our girls softball coaches page. Elevate your skills with personalized training and invaluable insights. COACH FAQ Below you will find a frequently asked questions document that we hope answers everything you need to know. If we have missed anything, please let us know at coordinator@sbrsoftball.com EVALUATIONS Q. When are evaluations? A. CMSA Division 1 (levels A/B) ID camps are hosted in September. Divisions 2 + 3 (C/D) are hosted in January of the season year. Q. Why so early? A. For several reasons: 1. That is when the facilities are available. 2. We need time to train in the winter for the A/B levels. 3. We need time to analyze the evaluation data. 4. We need time to complete the rosters and submit them to CMSA. Q. Am I allowed to attend evaluations as a coach? A. Yes. We require coaches with softball knowledge to assist as subjective evaluators. You are free to take notes as well about players you would like to consider. TEAM SELECTION Q. How are teams selected? A. The Division 1 teams (levels A/B) are selected by the coaches. The rest of the teams are selected after the January evaluations. Q. Can I be at evaluations? A. Yes, we require coaches to assist at the evaluations to provide subjective evaluations. You are free to take notes as well about players you would like to consider. SCHEDULE Q. When does the season start and where is my schedule? A. The season usually starts the last week of April but may change slightly each year. The schedule is set by CMSA, they are usually ready mid to late April and they will post them on their website. Go to Schedules/Standings, scroll to your age group, click schedule, find your team name, and click on it and it will take you to your team page. DIAMONDS Q. Do I have an assigned diamond? A. Yes. You will share a diamond with another team in an age group that is opposite nights to yours. For example, if you play Monday and Wednesday, you will share a diamond with a team that plays Tuesday and Thursday. Q. Can I use my diamond at any time? A. Not really. You can’t use it if you're sharing team has a home game. However, if they have an away game you can use it. If you want to practice, check with your sharing team to make sure they are not using the diamond, then you can use it. Q. Do I have a permit to be on the diamond? A. During the week, yes. You will get an email with your diamond permit and you should print it out and keep it with you. On weekends, diamonds are first come, first served but you should check with your sharing team to make sure they don’t have plans. Q. Can I request a diamond? A. Yes but there is no guarantee you will get your preferred diamond. Some are in high demand. The diamond coordinator will make best efforts to accommodate you or find the next closest diamond. Send your request to diamonds@sbrsoftball.com. EQUIPMENT Q. I have a question about equipment: I don't have a piece of equipment I need, or I need another size of something, or I got a net with a hole in it, or my base broke, or I need different bats, etc. A. Email the following with your request or need: president@sbrsoftball.com and equipment@sbrsoftball.com Q. I heard there is a diamond drag and do I need a truck to pull it? A. We have diamond drags for every diamond this year. They are meant to be pulled by a person. One adult or a couple of players should be able to do it. We encourage you to drag your diamond before every game. The key is in the equipment box. Q. Where do I get a key to the equipment boxes? A. They are handed out with the equipment, usually at the SBR coach orientation. BEING A COACH Q. Do I need to do all these orientations? A. Yes. The CMSA Coach Orientation needs to be taken once by every coach unless you have completed the Community Sport Ongoing (CSOG) training (This used to be called the NCCP Level 1). If you don’t have the CSOG you HAVE to attend the CMSA coach orientation. You should attend the SBR coach orientation as well. We discuss our expectations of you, appropriate conduct and numerous other topics. This is mandatory every year. You will receive your scorebook package and equipment as well. If you cannot attend, you must advise us and send someone in your place. PLAYERS Q. My player has a bunch of friends she absolutely MUST play with. How do I arrange this? A. Above U9 there are no friend requests. All teams are selected by the coach (for Division 1 teams) and by way of evaluation data for other teams. Siblings will be selected together but otherwise, we will only grant friend requests in extreme circumstances as determined by the SBR Board. Q. Do all players have to play every game? A. Yes. As part of CMSA, we need to follow their rules. This includes universal substitution. That means all players bat and no player can sit a second inning until all players have sat an inning. Q. I have a player that did not attend a pitching clinic. Is she allowed to pitch? A. Yes. All players that desire to try a position should be given proper coaching and the chance to try that position. If a player wants to pitch, you need to coach them to the best of your abilities. Q. I have some players that are not at the same level as the other girls on the team. Do I still have to play them? A. Yes. All players must have fair playing time throughout a season, including playoffs and provincials. Q. I see in the rules I can sit a player for disciplinary reasons. Can I do that whenever I like? A. The rules allow for this but SBR is very cautious about it being used and would be considered a last resort. You must discuss the situation with the parents and the player and explain why you are doing it. You must also have very good reasons why you are doing it as it is very likely to result in a parent complaint. It would be wise to send the Player/Coach Coordinator an email if you do plan to do this. vicepresident@sbrsoftball.com. They are always available to discuss this, or other player concerns, as well. SBR ROCKIES TOURNAMENT Q. Do I have to attend this tournament? A. Yes. This tournament is part of your coaching obligations. It is a great opportunity for extra games and to introduce kids to what a tournament is all about. It is also a great chance to watch some higher-level ball with your team to show them older players playing the game. Q. Do I have to register for the tournament? A. No. It has been taken care of for you. Q. Can I affiliate players for the tournament? A. No, as all SBR players are participating. If you have a situation where you may not have enough players please contact the Player/Coach Coordinator as soon as possible at vicepresident@sbrsoftball.com or the Tournament Coordinator during the tournament. Q. Do I as a coach have to volunteer at the tournament? A. No. Your coaching counts as your volunteer commitment. VOLUNTEERING Q. Does coaching count towards my volunteer commitment? What about other roles? A. The volunteering policy is at this link. One head coach two assistant coaches and one manager are allowed to count their volunteering towards their volunteer commitment as well as a dedicated scorekeeper, diamond maintenance person and team umpire. If you have a compelling reason another parent should have their bond covered you can send an email to volunteer@sbrsoftball.com who will consider your submission. However, it is rare to have these requests approved as the purpose of having mandatory volunteering is that we need volunteers to run all of the activities associated with running a league. All parents are expected to assist the team to the best of their abilities. Parents do have the option of paying to not have to volunteer. This allows us to hire for the roles we do not have volunteers for. RAIN OUTS/SCHEDULING MAKE UP GAMES Q. Are games ever rained out? A. Unless you are new to Calgary, you know that the weather in May and June is unpredictable, at best. It is almost certain games will be cancelled during the season. It can be for rain, snow, wind, extremely low temperatures, air quality or darkness. Be familiar with the CMSA weather policy located on the CMSA website. CMSA also has an air quality policy. Q. Who can cancel games? A. If the fields are not playable, or the temperatures are too low, then CMSA will cancel games by 4:00 pm. They rely on the Weather Network as the "official" weather resource: (www.theweathernetwork.com). If you have an umpire, they can decide that the conditions are not safe and cancel the games. You may not play after the umpire has left after cancelling a game. Q. Who is responsible to re-schedule missed games? A. The head coaches for the two teams need to communicate as soon as possible to find a date and a field that will work for both teams. SBR and CMSA do not re- schedule cancelled games, other than the opening weekend games. Q. What is opening weekend and why does CMSA re-schedule those games? A. At the start of each year, CMSA schedules a weekend of play so that all the teams can get four games in quickly. It is usually the last weekend of April or the first weekend of May. If CMSA can, they will re-schedule the weekend. OPENING WEEKEND Q. What is opening weekend? A. At the start of each year, CMSA schedules a weekend of play so that all the teams can get four games in quickly. It is usually the last weekend of April or the first weekend of May and games may be at different diamonds than what you normally play on. UMPIRE Q. Do all teams have an umpire supplied? A. No teams are guaranteed umpires however depending on how many umpires there are SBR will do there best to support. Q. What do I do if I don’t have umpires supplied? A. You can request umpires by sending an email to umpirerequest@calgaryminorsoftball.com. If they are able, they will schedule an umpire and you are responsible to pay them at the plate conference before the game. Q. What if I can’t get an umpire? A. If you are the home team, then you must get one of your parents to be the umpire. It is best to explain this to your parents at the start of the year. We suggest making a list and assigning the task to each family on a rotating basis. Then, if they cannot do it, they must find someone to do it. Parents, siblings, aunts, uncles, grandparents, friends are all acceptable to be the umpire. If no one else will do it, you are going behind the plate. PROVINCIALS Q. What do I need to know? A. Lots of things! For most SBR teams the deadline is June 1 to submit your application with the deadline to submit your roster being June 15. These are strict deadlines. Some of the information you require is on the Softball Alberta website under “Championships” and then “Provincials”. The Provincials entry form is located under the “Forms” tab and then “Provincials”. The form asks you to justify why you selected the division you did. You need to explain why you selected a, b or c for example. The Provincial Roster form is on the same page. Select the age and division you intend to attend. The rules and draw will be there at the top of the page, as well as information about the weekend. Review the provincial rules, the rules don't change much from division to division but do be sure to read the specific rules to your age and division when they are provided.  You need to make sure all of your players are attending. If not, you need to fill out a Calgary Minor Softball Provincial Non-Attendance Form (Link)  If you are picking up players you need to fill out a CMSA Provincial Player Affiliation Form (Link) You also need to know the affiliate rules.  The roster rules are different. Only 9 players can play at a time and the substitutions are more complicated. The rules are at 4-7 of the 2019-2020 Softball Canada Rulebook.  Most provincials play on a Friday. Make sure your parents are aware!  Coaches must attend coach meeting before the tournament. Often 8:00 am on a Friday. You need to be there.  ALL bats are to be inspected at the coach meeting. If it does not have a sticker the bat can be tossed from the game.  IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ASK president@sbrsoftball.com and vicepresident@sbrsoftball.com. CITY CHAMPIONSHIPS Q. What are City Championships? A. At the end of each season, CMSA hosts City Championships for each age division at U9 and above. Make sure your parents know that it can involve weekend play. Q. Where can I find our schedule and rules? A. They are on the CMSA website. Q. What are the rules for City Championships? A. Each division has rules for City Championships. Ensure you review your rules

SBR Softball Codes of Conduct for players, parents, coaches and spectators. SBR ROCKIES CODES OF CONDUCT Our mission is to develop athletes within a nurturing, inclusive environment where softball serves as a catalyst for growth. We are dedicated to the personal development of players and coaches, recognizing that growth requires a foundation of respect and positive communication. The SBR Rockies are committed to fostering a safe community where every participant can thrive. To maintain this culture, all players, coaches, parents, and spectators are expected to uphold the highest standards of sportsmanship, honesty, and integrity. We expect all members of our SBR Rockies community to respect the decisions of officials, support the efforts of volunteer coaches, and resolve conflicts without spreading vitriol, resorting to hostility, or verbal abuse. By strictly adhering to the Softball Alberta Codes of Conduct (Coach, Player, Parent & Spectator) our organization ensures that the focus remains on the players' enjoyment and development. We encourage all members of our community to lead by example—applauding good performances from both teams and showing gratitiude for officials, coaches, players, facilities, and equipment. Together, we strive to develop not only skilled athletes but also accountable individuals who make a positive impact both on and off the softball field. Please take a moment to review the codes of conduct for players, coaches, parents, and spectators at the links below. PLAYER CODE OF CONDUCT COACH CODE OF CONDUCT PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT SPECTATOR CODE OF CONDUCT

Meet the passionate leaders driving success both on and off the diamond. From coaches to coordinators, discover the expertise and commitment shaping our girls' softball program. Get to know our team, their roles, and how they're dedicated to fostering skill development, teamwork, and a love for the game. Explore our board members' profiles and see how they're leading the charge towards victory. Join us as we build a community of champions, one inning at a time! SBR ROCKIES BOARD CLICK TO VIEW VACANT BOARD POSITIONS Rockies Executive STEVE SMYTH President Tournament Coordinator president@sbrsoftball.com tournament@sbrsoftball.com SONJA ZAGORSKY Vice President vicepresident@sbrsoftball.com TJAY THOMPSON, CPA Treasurer treasurer@sbrsoftball.com PEPPER CHOMIAK Registrar Secretary registration@sbrsoftball.com ANDREW ROACH Director Operations Rockies Board AMANDA FISHER Coach Coordinator coach@sbrsoftball.com AUDRA SCHNEIDER Development Coordinator development@sbrsoftball.com CHRIS KEMP Advisor to the board ERIN BURNS Social Media Coordinator JENNIFER PRICE Evaluations Coordinator Team Manager Coordinator evaluations@sbrsoftball.com JESSICA RAINBOW Member at Large JODIE KALK Volunteer & Casino Coordinator Uniform & Apparel Coordinator volunteer@sbrsoftball.com JONATHAN MILLS Equipment Coordinator equipment@sbrsoftball.com KIRSTEN LEE Member at Large RYAN SCOVILLE Facility & Diamond Coordinator diamonds@sbrsoftball.com STEVE FISETTE Equipment Manager equipment@sbrsoftball.com THANK YOU TO OUR PAST MEMBERS We would like to acknowledge the efforts of those that came before us to pave the way to where we are now. Leona Wowniar Leanne Trevis Kristin Ruddock Kristine Trudel Kristy Stagman Tania Scott Matt Fell Todd Fralic Aaron Setter Dallas Longshore Darren Gross Cora-Lee Finnimore Dave Dansereau Bill Eckhart Troy Elvey Todd Neuman

Discover the ultimate opportunity for girls to showcase their softball skills! Join our upcoming softball evaluations where young athletes can shine and earn their spot on the team. Expert coaches will assess abilities, foster growth, and provide a supportive environment for players to thrive. Don't miss out on this exciting chance to take your softball journey to the next level. Register now! EVALUATIONS 2026 SEASON EVALUATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED. Players MUST attend at least one evaluation session. If they feel they did not perform to their expectations, they can attend a second evaluation for an additional $30 fee, if space allows. Only register for 1 spot first, to allow room for all players. Be advised that the evaluation signup closes at 9:00 am on the day prior to the evaluations so that we can prepare the player lists. Pitching Evaluations are held on a separate day for all pitchers U13 - U19. While not mandatory, they are strongly encouraged to support the coaches in selecting teams. There will be no pitching evaluations for U9 or U11 as all players are encouraged to try pitching at this age. ** Please note - Division 1 ID camps took place in September and those teams have been formed. January evaluations for the 2026 season are for Divison 2 and 3 teams. ** All players in U11, U13, U15, U17 & U19 MUST attend an evaluation session. Registration fees include ONE evaluation session. If your player wants to evaluate a 2nd time, there will be an additional $30 fee (space permitted). Location: All evaluations will be held at the Cavalry FC Regional Fieldhouse - 125 Field House Drive East, Aldersyde, AB (Okotoks) *If your player is unable to evaluate, please review the Missing Evaluations process to understand how your player will be assessed and placed. Email coordinator@sbrsoftball.com to advise. Player Evaluations U9 SENIOR March 12, 2026 6:00 - 8:00pm - REGISTRATION CLOSED U11 January 31, 2026 or February 7, 2026 - REGISTRATION CLOSED U13 January 31, 2026 or February 7, 2026 - REGISTRATION CLOSED U15 January 31, 2026 or February 7, 2026 - REGISTRATION CLOSED U17/19 January 31, 2026 or February 7, 2026 - REGISTRATION CLOSED U13 - U19 pitchers have the option to evaluate. While not required, pitchers are encouraged to evaluate to assist with team draft determinations. When: February 8, 2026 *There are no pitching evaluations for U9 or U11. All players are encouraged to try pitching at this level. Pitching Evaluations U13 - U19 FEB. 8, 2026 - REGISTRATION CLOSED Player Information About Evaluations Evaluation Volunteers

Learn to Play aims to introduce all young children to the joy of softball in a fun, active and positive way. Our Learn to Play program helps little athletes to develop the foundational skills and build player confidence by providing many opportunities to touch the ball. We welcome all players born in 2017 & 2018 to participate in the 2024 softball season. LEARN TO PLAY Learn to Play aims to introduce all young children to the joy of softball in a fun, active and positive way. Our Learn to Play program helps little athletes to develop the foundational skills and build player confidence by providing many opportunities to touch the ball. We welcome all players born in 2019 & 2020 to participate in the 2026 softball season. What You Can Expect Players will work on skill development for the first 45 minutes followed by a 45 minute coach-pitch mini-game to introduce them to the concept of game play. This modified game introduction will set them up for league games when they enter the U9 division. Players will learn to: - Throw a softball - Catch a softball - Swing a bat - Hit a ball - Run the bases - Be part of a team - Have FUN! REGISTER FOR 2025 SEASON Try Before You Commit Each year, SBR hosts a ‘Come Try Softball’ event prior to the season kick off, where children are immersed in the fundamental skills of the game in a fun and interactive way. Watch for more information about how to register for this event on the website as well as on social media. COME TRY SOFTBALL Equipment Each player will receive a Rockies branded t-shirt and ball cap included in their registration fee. At the end of the season, they will also receive a sport medal. Players will provide their own: - Softball glove - Batting helmet with cage - Running shoes or baseball cleats - Fielder’s mask (optional at this age, but recommended to reduce fear of catching while building confidence in the skill) - Water bottle SBR provides bats for the players to use if they don’t have their own. A complete list of required and optional equipment can be found on the Equipment page. MORE ABOUT EQUIPMENT F.A.Q What is the cost? The cost is $150. When does registration close? Learn to Play (LTP) registration will close on April 15. When does the season start? The 2024 season will kick off on Tuesday, May 7 and finish by Thursday, June 27. How often do they play? LTP will play 2 days per week on Tuesdays and Thursdays. What times do they play? Players should arrive and be ready to participate at 6:00PM. They will practice foundational skills for the first 45 minutes and then play a mini-game against another Rockies LTP team for the second half of the evening program. Which diamonds do we play at? The LTP program takes place at the Riverbend Diamonds near 180 Riverbend Dr SE. What happens to cancelled sessions (due to weather)? Cancelled games will not be rescheduled. On average, 1-2 evenings are cancelled due to weather. Where do I buy equipment? You can purchase most softball equipment at any major sporting goods store. What kind of glove should I look for? Make sure to purchase a softball glove (rather than a baseball glove) as they have a larger pocket to accommodate the larger softballs. Reminder: your child will wear their glove on the non-dominant hand! Eg. if your child writes (and throws) with their right hand, they'll wear the softball glove on their left hand. Look for a softer leather that your player can squeeze. Look for a glove that stays firmly on and easy to grip and release. If uncertain ask for assistance at the store. Make sure that the glove can fit an 10" softball. What size softball do they play with? LTP uses an 10” training softball, which has a bit more ‘squish’ compared to a regular softball and helps to build confidence while developing skills. Look for the Rawlings Reduced Injury Factor or 10” (NC10S) softballs. REGISTER FOR 2025 SEASON Need more help? Feel free to email the Learn to Play Coordinator at learntoplay@sbrsoftball.com

SBR ROCKIES U17 TEAMS All 2026 teams will be posted once announced.