Let's Play Softball! - June 17th - Queens 10k - Happy Father's Day Weekend!

Last week was all about the offense with 2 of the highest scoring games of the year. Game 1 ended 8-7 and game 2 being a 17-8 barn burner. I do have to give myself props for having my swing in the best form it's been this year as I went 7-8 across the 2 games with multiple triples. Note to others: people always love it when you point out how awesome you are.

What's a better way to kick off Father's Day weekend than by running the Queens 10k in the morning and then playing softball in the afternoon? Anyone who brings their running bib or shirt gets to play for free!

Remember, late canceling, no showing, or showing up late has a negative impact on the game. Please don't RSVP unless you are 100% positive you'll be able to play in the game. If you are on the RSVP or Waitlist and aren't sure you will be able to play, please remove yourself to give others the chance to play. You can always re-RSVP later in the week if it turns out you can play after all. Following these simple rules helps protect the integrity of the game and helps ensure fun for all. I appreciate your cooperation.

General rules of the game:

This is a competitive but friendly game. There is no arguing calls and if there is debate on a play I'll make the final ruling. Be supportive of your teammates. We are here to play softball, have fun, and make new friends.

If there's enough people, each team supplies an ump to call balls/strikes when they are up. Hitters start with a 0-0 count. If the pitcher is throwing modified, you do NOT strike out on a foul ball. If the pitcher is throwing arc, then a foul on strike 3 is an out.

If umpires are not being used then there are no called balls/strikes. You get three swings to put the ball into play.

No taking leads.

There's a fence behind 3b so the ball is in play if it hits the fence. If the ball goes over the fence or rolls behind the backstop behind home plate it is a "dead" ball and runners get one base from where they are. A long overthrow of 1b results in a "dead" ball and runners get one base from where they are. A ball hit into the trees deep in the OF is "live" and runners get as many bases as they can.

Sliding is allowed but be careful. Be mindful of who is covering the base if you choose to slide.

Game is capped at 24 to ensure those that sign up will get a lot of playing time and at-bats.

Bringing guests is NOT allowed. If you'd like to bring a friend make sure they join the league and sign up.

Unless someone wants to play catcher the entire game, the position will be rotated amongst all team members equally.

Unless someone wants to pitch the entire game, the position will be rotated amongst all team members equally.

If 24 people sign up, the defense will be rotated so that each team member plays 4 innings in the field for each 1 they sit.

If the field is available, warm ups will begin as early as possible (ideally 15-20mins before game-time).

The game will begin promptly at 4pm so we can get two complete 7-inning games in.

Weather Hotline:

I'll email/post in the event of inclement weather potentially impacting the game. Alternatively you can call the hotline at 212-628-1036 x111

Fee structure:

$5 per person per week

Your first week comes with a money back guarantee - if you don't have fun, you don't pay.

How to Pay:

• Cash at game
• PayPal: RichCohen57@gmail.com
• Venmo: Richard-Cohen-26
• Zelle: DM for details

Penalty for late cancellation/no-show:

If you cancel your reservation after 4pm on Friday or no-show to a game you will be assigned a "strike". If you accumulate three "strikes" you will be removed from the league.

NOTE:

The map on the app sometimes shows the incorrect location (it sometimes shows a small park downtown). Our games take place on the Great Lawn which is almost the exact center of Central Park. The nearest entrances are on 85th street on either side. The website shows the correct location of the field.