Organization

The Sun Cities Senior Softball Association (SCSSA) was formed to allow the Sun City Softball Club and Sun City West Softball Club to comingle and enjoy the experience of senior softball within the two Del Webb communities. Two Leagues play as part of the SCSSA; the American League and the National League. Other organized play, also known as Leagues, play with the approval of the Softball Club that governs the field on which they play. We also share inter community sports with other senior communities.

INTRODUCTION

The Sun Cities Senior Softball Association (SCSSA) is made up of men & women players from the Sun City Senior Softball Club and the Sun City West Softball Club members . We play year round, and from October thru April we have 26+ teams and 300+ players. During the summer there are about 12 teams playing over the three summer sessions. We play every Tuesday and Thursday at the Sun Bowl Field in Sun City and Liberty Field in Sun City West. The SCSSA board of directors is made up board members from the two clubs, Sun City and Sun City West, and are responsible for the day to day operation of the league.

If you live in Sun City you must belong to the Sun City Senior Softball Club, or If you live in Sun City West you must belong to the Sun City West Softball Club to belong to the Sun Cities Senior Softball Association. If you belong to either club, and play in the American League or the National League you are automatically a member of the Sun Cities Senior Softball Association. The American League and the National League each have their own Committee that coordinate the teams, managers, rules, guidelines and their league play. The American League Committee reports to the SCSSA and recommends any changes in the American League operation. Similarly, the National League Committee reports to the SCSSA on and recommends any changes for the National League operation. Both the American and National Leagues are sanctioned by the Sun Cities Senior Softball Association (SCSSA).

We have provided Contact Information for ALL of the various aspects of Club, Association, Leagues and our fields as a reference.

You must sign a waiver of liability to play on either field. Open practice (for club members) at both the Sun Bowl and Liberty Field are: Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday - 8 am - 10 am. On Mondays at 9 am at the Sun Bowl there is the "Green Team" which is organized for new players. They play a low level exertion type game. The perfect way to play and to get in shape. On Fridays at 8:30 am at the Sun City West Field (Liberty Field) there is usually a "Pick-Up" game you can participate in; just show up and they will choose sides and enjoy each others company with a fun version of "sandlot softball."

The Sun City West Softball Club hosts a number of benefit events throughout the year. The Bill Bromley Cardiac Kids Tournament and the Women's Bosom Buddies Tournament were created to benefit the Heart Association and the fight against Breast Cancer. The SCSSA has an Angels in the Outfield auxiliary that keeps us informed about our fellow players, and their spouses, who have health issues. The SCSSA also has a great food drive that lasts for months. The SCSSA also recognizes players who have gone above and beyond the norm when it come to the club, by electing them to the SCSSA Hall of Fame.

As a current REC Card and Softball Club member (Sun City or Sun City West) you are also eligible to play in other organized games as well. These organized games are NOT sanctioned by the SCSSA, but play with the approval of the Softball Club governing the field they are playing on. There is a Friday Co-Ed League that plays on Fridays at Liberty Field starting at 10 AM. There is a Women's League and a 70's League that play on Saturdays. During the summer we usually have a Saturday League that participates with Sun City Grand which is a Co-Ed type game that allows you to get to know our neighbors across Grand Ave. The West Valley League has two levels of play for those who want to experience playing with other senior communities in the area, such as Pebble Creek, Sun City Festival, Sun City Grand, Pueblo El Mirage and Traditions. Vintage softball has come to our area and you can choose to participate in 1890 style ball games. And, if you are an advanced player who is eager to participate on a traveling tournament team, you can try out for the Sidewinders (a Del Webb founded tournament group who pay 60, 65, 70 and 75 divisions in tournaments around the country).

Warm up, Warm up, Stretch, Stretch.
So you haven't played since college or even high school. You had that nice comfortable job behind a desk for all those years. Now you have retired and want to get involved in all those activities you did as a youngster. Well bucko let me tell you, you are probably out of shape. You need to get into some sort of exercise program; walking, stretching and running short distances, like say 65 feet. You are welcome to come out and practice. Take your time. No need to show all of your good stuff yet. Get out and do a lot of throwing of thee ole softball around. We have all you need at the field; balls & players to throw with. All you need to do is go out and buy all that new stuff. A bat, a glove and shoes with rubber or molded cleats. We don't want you slipping out there on the field. Uniforms will be provided with your club fee. You get a lot for your buck here. When your out at practice ask if you might try some of the bats the other players have. Check them out and find one that feels good to you. They can be expensive so take your time. The most popular bat is the "DeMarini Classic or Distance". They run around $150 or cheaper if you check out the online venders. Before you purchase your new bat check the ASA Approve list to be sure the model is listed. Shoes and gloves can be purchased at any major sports store or online. All you need at the field is players to throw with. You may want to go out and buy all that new stuff. A bat, a glove and shoes with rubber or molded cleats. We don't want you slipping out there on the field. Uniforms will be provided with your club fees. You get a lot for your buck here. When your out at practice ask if you might try some of the bats the other players have. Check them out and find one that feels good to you. They can be expensive so take your time. The most popular bat is the "DeMarini Classic or Distance". They run around $150 or cheaper if you check out the online vendors. Composite bats are becoming increasingly popular. Before you purchase your new bat check the ASA Approve list to be sure the model is listed and that the bat you purchase will have an ASA stamp. Shoes and gloves can be purchased at any major sports store or online.

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