There are 15 players on our team's roster. Depending upon the game or tournament, only 12 or 13 players will be activated (i.e., eligible to play) in a particular event. Some of our players hold part-time roster spots--which by definition means that they will not play in all of the events. Full-time roster players will also be deactivated for certain events.
The active rosters will be published on this site at least two days prior to a game or tournament. Our first two "games" will be played on the 19th and 20th of April. Since those two games are back-to-back (a night game followed by a morning game)--three players will probably be deactivated for Saturday night with another three players deactivated for Sunday morning. An inactive player is welcome to attend the games (in uniform) and sit in the dugout is he wishes--however, this is completely optional.
If you are unable to participate in one of these games, please let me know as early as possible. This just makes the task of setting the active rosters that much easier.
A number of factors enter into the decison to deactivate a player. First, all players can be subject to a normal rotation (that is, taking a game off in turn to allow other players the opportunity to play on a Sunday). Second, players who are having trouble grasping the concepts covered in practice will sit more until their understanding grows. Third, players who hustle increase their chances of being activated for an event. Finally, an unexcused absence from a team practice will generally result in limited playing time.
Please do not hesitate to call me at 708-349-1467 with any questions or comments.
Glenn Nagel
2011 Chicagoland Tournament Champions & 2011 Lombard Tournament Champions!
