2024 Chaska Youth Softball Association News
CYSA Winter Apparel Store
We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with Carver Junk Company to launch the CYSA Winter Apparel Store!
Now is the perfect time to update your wardrobe with stylish new designs, stock up on holiday gifts, and support a great organization - all at once!
Carver Junk Company is generously donating 15% of all sales back to CYSA, so every purchase helps support our organization.
The store is open NOW, so don’t wait - check out the collection today!
Chaska Online Apparel Store
Register Now For CYSA's 14u winter training Clinics
Don't let the off-season slow you down, stay sharp and elevate your game this winter with CYSA’s 14U training clinics! Led by Chaska High School Varsity standouts Bailey Ellison and Ellie Scott, these sessions are designed to help you refine your hitting, throwing, and fielding mechanics. Whether you're looking to perfect your swing, tighten your throws, or sharpen your defensive skills, Bailey and Ellie will provide hands on coaching to help you grow as an athlete. Get ready to take your game to the next level. Sign up today and prepare for a successful season ahead!
Session Details below:
Thursday November 14th, 2024 - Dome Cages - 7:00-9:00 PM
Tuesday November 19th, 2024 - Dome Field C - 7:00-9:00 PM
Tuesday December 3rd, 2024 - Dome Field C - 7:00-9:00 PM
Thursday December 12th, 2024 - Dome Cages - 7:00-9:00 PM
Tuesday December 17th, 2024 - Dome Field C - 7:00-9:00 PM
Cost: $25/session
Location: Chaska Dome
Refund Policy: Please note that all registrations are final, and no refunds will be provided once payment is submitted.
Hitting and Fielding with Justin Newman
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Stay sharp and grow your game with the help of Justin Newman of the Chaska High School Coaching staff along with Varsity players. These sessions will focus on proper hitting, throwing and fielding mechanics. Session Details (Please note locations for each session):
Sunday, November 10th, 2024 - Chaska High School Back Gym Sunday, November 17th, 2024 - Chaska High School Back Gym Sunday, November 24th, 2024 - Chaska High School Back Gym Sunday, December 8th, 2024 - Chaska High School Back Gym Sunday, December 22nd, 2024 - Chaska High School Back Gym Sunday, January 5th, 2025 - Chaska High School Back Gym Sunday, January 12th, 2025 - Chaska High School Back Gym Sunday, January 26th, 2025 - Chaska High School Back Gym Sunday, February 2nd, 2025 - Chaska High School Back Gym Sunday, February 16th, 2025 - Chaska High School Back Gym Sunday, February 23rd, 2025 - Chaska High School Back Gym
November and December: Sessions are available in 1 hour increments: 5:00pm - 6:00pm 8U Only 6:00pm - 7:00pm 10U Only 7:00pm - 8:00pm 12U/14U Only
January and February: Sessions are available in 1 hour increments: 4:00pm - 5:00pm 8U Only 5:00pm - 6:00pm 10U Only 6:00pm - 7:00pm 12U/14U Only
Please only register for one session per day. Cost: $15/session |
MASH Winter Softball Camp
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We are offering our players an incredible opportunity: a four-day winter camp spread out over the four winter months of November, December, January and February! This is a first come first serve opportunity. Each session will be limited to the first 20 players registered.
Join us for our Winter Softball Camp, where athletes will spend four days dedicated to enhancing their skills in every aspect of the game under the guidance of MASH’s professional coaches. From defensive techniques to refining hitting mechanics and strategic approaches, alongside structured scrimmages, this camp offers the ideal blend of skill development and competitive practice.
Who: 8U, 10U, 12U, and 14U CYSA Players Dates & Times: 8U and 10U players: 7:00 - 8:00 pm on November 11th and December 9th 6:00 - 7:30 pm on January 6th and February 3rd
12U and 14U players: 8:00 - 9:00 pm on November 11th and December 9th 7:30 - 9:00 pm on January 6th and February 3rd
Where: Chaska Athletic Dome
Cost: November 11th and December 9th: $30 each session and January 6th and February 3rd: $40 each session
Please make sure your player brings their softball equipment (bat, glove, fielding mask, helmet, tennis shoes) and a water bottle. The dome can get pretty chilly, so it might be a good idea to bring a sweatshirt too! |
Pitching with Coach Cass of Powerhouse Mechanics
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We are thrilled to welcome back Cass Kreitlow of Powerhouse Mechanics. Cass grew up in Chanhassen, MN and attended St. Huberts. Life took him to San Diego, where he became affiliated with Powerhouse Mechanics, and now he's back in MN. His main experience is playing/coaching baseball, but has been trained by Powerhouse to coach fastpitch.
Session Details (Please note locations for each session):
Sunday, November 10th, 2024 - Chaska High School Back Gym Sunday, November 17th, 2024 - Chaska High School Back Gym Sunday, December 8th, 2024 - Chaska High School Back Gym Sunday, December 15th, 2024 - Chaska High School Multipurpose Room Sunday, December 22nd, 2024 - Chaska High School Back Gym Sunday, January 12th, 2025 - Chaska High School Back Gym Sunday, January 26th, 2025 - Chaska High School Back Gym Sunday, February 2nd, 2025 - Chaska High School Back Gym Sunday, February 23rd, 2025 - Chaska High School Back Gym
November and December: Sessions are available in 1 hour increments at 5:00pm, 6:00pm, and 7:00pm. Sessions are limited to 6 players per hour.
January and February: Sessions are available in 1 hour increments at 4:00pm, 5:00pm, and 6:00pm. Sessions are limited to 6 players per hour.
Please only register for one session per day.
Cost: $25/session
To maximize the benefit of each session, it is required that your player attends one of the first two sessions in order to attend any of the other seven remaining sessions. This will allow Coach Cass to explain Powerhouse Mechanics foundations in these initial sessions and not have to repeatedly go through those at the start of each session.
** Lessons are open to CYSA pitchers 8U - 14U. Pitchers must supply a catcher and their own age appropriate ball. ** |
Open Board Positions with CYSA
As CYSA continues to expand, we are in need of volunteers to fill open positions on our Board. We ask for a two-year commitment (with the option to continue beyond that), which includes attending monthly board meetings and contributing outside of meetings to fulfill your role.
In appreciation of your service, volunteer hours will be waived and you will receive a refund for one player's registration fee.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a lasting impact on youth softball in our community!
Open Board Roles & Descriptions:
Site Coordinator for Tournaments
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Publish tournament details on the MN Softball website.
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Create brackets and organize team pools for the 8U Tournament.
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Communicate with teams leading up to the tournament.
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Assist in coordinating field crew, umpires, and EMTs.
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Collaborate with the Equipment Manager to ensure pitching machines are properly set up and functioning for the 8U Tournament.
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Be knowledgeable of 8U rules to help resolve any in-game disputes.
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Assist NAFA Director(s) during the 18U Tournament.
Specific needs:
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Sliding Into Summer 8U Chaska Classic Tournament - May 31st, 2025 and June 1st, 2025
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NAFA 18U Tournament - Tentative Date of July 24th, 2025 - July 26th, 2025
Player and Coach Development:
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Develop Training Programs: Design, implement, and oversee skill development programs for players at all levels.
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Organize Clinics and Camps: Coordinate player clinics and camps (hitting, pitching, fielding, etc.), utilizing expert coaches and resources.
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Facilitate Player Feedback: Coordinate with the Travel Committee to Organize regular feedback evaluations with coaches.
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Coach Education and Training: Develop a comprehensive coaching education program, providing training sessions, workshops, and certification opportunities for all coaches.
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Provide Resources and Tools: Create and maintain a library of drills, practice plans, and resources that coaches can use to improve team and individual player performance.
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Monitor Coaching Performance: Gather constructive feedback and guidance to coaches on their coaching techniques, game strategies, and player management.
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Assist with the Pre Season Coaches Meeting.
Age Eligibility
Here's a helpful chart to determine your softball age and what level you should be playing for the 2024-2025 season (including fall ball).
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Tournament Round Up
Sponsors
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Donate Via Venmo
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Donate Via PayPal
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Publicity Opportunity!
Want a special shoutout for your player's team? We’d love to celebrate their achievements! Simply email a team photo and details to sponsorships@cysafastpitch.com, and we’ll feature them on our social media and website. Let’s showcase the hard work and dedication of our amazing players!
Important Dates
Make Up Date for Evaluations:
- Thursday, November 7th, 2024
WINTER TRAINING:
- Hitting and Fielding with Justin Newman of Chaska High School Softball Coaching Staff begins Sunday, November 10th, 2024
- Pitching with Cass Kreitlow of Powerhouse Mechanics begins Sunday, November 10th, 2024
- MASH Winter Camp
- Monday, November 11th, 2024
- Monday, December 9th, 2024
- 14U Winter Training begins Thursday, November 14th, 2024
Playing Up
All players interested in playing up an age level must submit a request to CYSA prior to registration.
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Join Our FlipGive Team!
This season, fundraising for Chaska Youth Softball Association is going to be so much easier with FlipGive, a free team funding app. CYSA will earn cash back on every purchase made all year long! All you have to do is shop anytime with the brands you already love, like Home Depot, Under Armour, Walmart, Scheels, Old Navy, Apple, Mobil, Dick's Sporting Goods and CVS. No more going door-to-door selling - it’s completely virtual and contactless. FlipGive has an app and a website browser extension! Join our team now and you’ll get a $5 bonus the first time you shop