Hi people. We will be having our FIRST Kallang Open Competition in a week’s time. For those who are not sure where the competition is going to be held. It will be at KALLANG DIAMOND or KALLANG FIELD. It is where the B and C Division finals are held.

The field is located between STADIUM MRT and MOUNTBATTEN MRT.

If you decide to alight at STADIUM MRT, walk through the carpark beside Kallang Leisure Park. Cross one traffic light and you will reach the field.

If you decide to alight at MOUNTBATTEN MRT, exit the station and you will find Old Airport Road in front. Turn left and cross the traffic light. Cut through the Mcdonalds and KFC restaurant. Beware of the traffic because there is a huge carpark at Mcdonalds and KFC. Finally cross the road and you will find yourself near a cricket field. Cut across the field and you will reach the softball field.

It is much easier to reach the field if you alight at Stadium MRT. If you are afraid that you cannot find the place, please come early and explore.

There will be a total of three games to be played on 3rd March 2012.

The last game will be played on 4th Mar. Timing TBC pending on results for the 3th Mar games.

We are drafted to Group A alongside with SP and NTU

10.30am - NP against SP (Field A)

1pm - NP against NTU (Field B)

3.30pm - Qualifier 3th / 4th placing (Field B)


Players, please remember to bring your own water bottle to hydrate yourselves. Bring an umbrella as well in case of wet weather because there is really very little shade in the field. Also, we have to bring our own equipment so we will split up the load equally nearer to the date.

For those who are not playing, you are encouraged to come down be it supporting our team or watching other teams play.

Lastly, guys please do not be late. Neo will do what he has to do if you come late. If a match is scheduled at 10.30am, be there at 9.30am ready for warm-up and briefing.

Cheers,
Jasmine

This is the second lesson that I am going to impart to my fellow softballers. It is called the mentality of a softball player. Always remember these 3 words. WATCH. LEARN. ADAPT.

In softball, always observe how your teammates throw, field, bat and run. The best way to improve is to WATCH how others play the game. Like any other sports, softball cannot simply be taught by a coach or having someone to correct your mistake. You have to make that extra effort to improve. Remember to ask when in doubt.

LEARN the right things from the right person. Take the advice from players with years of experience as they have been through years of vigorous trainings. Open up your mind and learn to take criticism. Sometimes things are said to spur you to work harder. If you can learn to be humble, you will set to achieve greater heights.

Lastly ADAPT. Softball is a fast moving and unpredictable game. Being able to adapt to the game allows you to be flexible in your thinking. You will be able to make split second decisions without having to think twice. Always remember that the ball game is dead and the players are alive. The ball won’t fly straight into your glove. You are supposed to move for the ball and not the ball to move for you. For example in soccer, there is man-to-man marking and area marking. If you use area marking into softball, as long as the ball is within your boundary, make that effort to cover your area and make sure the ball doesn’t pass you.

Put these 3 words into good use and you will improve your game.

~Neo

Hey people, in case you missed out on the details that i have posted on facebook. Here it is.

Name: Kallang Open 2012 (Fastpitch)

Date: 3 & 4 Mar

Venue: Kallang Diamond

Division: Tertiary

Registration Fee: $250

Max No. of Players: 25

Closing Registration: 17 Feb

Who are involved: Guys Team

Members playing: Myself, Xavier, Wilson, Francis, Jesper, Brandon, Vincent, Jeremy, Leslie, Shawn, Leonard, Shuya.

Whoever is missing out from here, please let me know if you are participating in this.

A little bit of intro for Kallang Open. Its open for Tertiary ,B and C Division. In tertiary Division, possible teams taking part will be powerhouses such as ACJC, ACSI, RJC, NUS, NTU, SMU etc. Also it will be an eye opening experience watching secondary school teams pit against one another. SO EVERYONE! You are encouraged to come down to watch the game even if you are not playing to absorb the atmosphere and trace back your nostalgic training days.



Name: SBSA Slowpitch Carnival 2012 (Slowpitch)

Date: 17, 18, 24 & 25 Mar

Venue: Kallang Diamond

Division: Intermediate

Registration Fee: $400

Max No. of Players: 25

Closing Registration: 24 Feb

Who are involved: Mixed Team with NP Alumni

Members playing: Myself, Shuya, Brandon, Jeremy, Leslie, Jesper, Nizam, Catherine, Joey, Karen, Adeline, Jasmine, Hem and 3 very special guest.

Likewise whoever is missing out from here, please let me know if you are participating in this.

For those who had taken part in Usport Slowpitch Carnival 2011 or 2010, you should be quite familiar with this. A minimum of 3 ladies must be in the field, so girls you have plenty of chances to be in the game. Like in any other slowpitch game, you cannot steal bases, bunt and sliding. I think there are other restrictions but i cant remember. When the date draws nearer than i will brief everyone.

This is your President signing off.

Hey Axis!

My apologies for not updating earlier... For the benefit of those who don't know. Yesterday, 6 February 2012 was our last training for the schooling term as examinations are approaching. So for all those having examinations, good luck! Please study hard, okay!

Training will resume when school holidays start so hope to see all of you then! :D

Cheers,
Jasmine