As parents, coaches, volunteers and board members, Milton Girls Softball is committed to providing all girls with an experience that fosters positive self-esteem, team spirit and individual growth. It is our goal for each player to have fun while improving her knowledge and skill of the game. We measure success in terms of your daughter being excited to play softball year after year. Learn More >>
IMPORTANT SOFTBALL INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SOFTBALL INFORMATION
Last Update: 7/5/2020
We are excited to finally be playing some softball this week as our seasons for the house league and travel league officially get started.
Safety will be a major theme this season and we want you to know that a lot of thinking has gone into how to play softball in a safe and fun way.
We understand you may have questions so we are holding a Softball Q&A to answer any questions you have about the upcoming season. The Q&A will be held on Tuesday, July 7th at 8pm on Zoom. Information for the meeting is below:
Dial by your location
1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
Meeting ID: 820 8080 7399
Some other important news and notes:
SAFETY RULE
Protective (plastic/metal) face masks required for all infield positions for Sophomore and Summer Travel (recommended for Freshwomen).
SOPHOMORE PITCHING
If a player cannot pitch with the full windmill, we encourage pitching from the 't.' Pitchers need to start with one foot on the rubber (or for the first week or so near the rubber). The key point is that they are safely away from home plate.
SOPHOMORE CLINICS
We have hired professional instructors to run clinics for the sophomores. We are excited to provide these sessions for our 4th - 6th graders.
SAFETY COORDINATORS
Each game will have at least one Safety Coordinator. The Safety Coordinator will be making sure that we are following our required safety protocols including wearing a mask when we cannot be further than six feet and wiping down game balls, benches and bats in between innings. Please help our safety coordinators by supporting the rules we have put in place.
BENCH AREA
We have marked designated player/coach areas at each field with spray paint. These areas are ONLY ACCESSIBLE to players and coaches with the intent to keep all spectators socially distanced from the dugouts and backstops so the kids can spread out as much as needed themselves. Please remind parents/siblings that they cannot visit or sit in these areas.
IN THE EVENT OF A POSITIVE COVID-19 TEST
We are taking precautions to keep players and coaches safe. In the event that a player or coach tests positive for COVID-19, the affected team will be shut down from all softball activities for 48 hours from when we learned of the positive test. More specific actions will be shared at that time.
REMINDER: TOWN WAIVER
If you haven't submitted your TOWN COVID WAIVER, please do so ASAP.
FIELD IMPROVEMENTS
There have been some signifiant improvements to our softball fields. In June, the Town of Milton redid the infields at Gile and Kelly. We have new infields that were levels and graded to optimize water runoff. We also installed new "slide away" bases on both fields.
Also, at Gile we made the investment to add a bench seating area along the ramp as well as a bullpen along the first base side.
Have fun and let us know if there is anything that we can do to make the season more enjoyable.
DRAGON AND MURTAGH
RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS
FROM MILTON GIRLS SOFTBALL
We are pleased to announce Milton High School seniors Nicole Dragon and Molly Murtagh are this year’s scholarship recipients. Milton Girls Softball (MGS) started a scholarship program in 2013 to be awarded annually to two seniors that have participated in MGS for a minimum of four years and are planning to continue their education. This scholarship is a one-time award to assist with finances of college, vocational school or any enlisted branch of the US Armed Forces.
Nicole Dragon wrote about how softball is a big part of her life. "Softball was a constant in my life for years that formed a competitive spirit around athletics that I have carried through to today...Not only did I gain a competitive spirit from my many years of Milton Girls Softball, but I also learned how to love the game no matter what the outcome of a game was."
Molly Murtagh shared "how Milton Girls Softball has been a part of me for as long as I can remember. Whether it be as a player, coach, ump, or clinic helper, this program has taught me to speak up to help myself and others. She also wrote about her experience as an assistant coach. "Alongside Coach Sally and Coach Lovett, I was able to help the girls learn to love the sport and to not be scared of the ball or striking out...This program is the reason I love to help others, especially by coaching them. Softball sparked my love for volunteering and I will continue to volunteer in the future."
Applications for next year’s scholarship will be posted online at the start of the 2021 softball spring season. Milton Girls Softball is an independent, non-profit organization committed to providing all girls with an experience that fosters positive self-esteem, team spirit and individual growth through personal achievement and team play.
Our goal is for each player to have fun while gaining knowledge of the game. We endeavor to create and maintain an environment of teamwork, honesty, and fair play with a secondary importance place on winning.
The safety and well-being of our players, families, partners and volunteers is our top priority. Because of the ongoing COVID-19 situation, Milton Girls Softball is taking the following immediate actions:
Freshwomen clinics this Friday March 13th at Milton Academy are cancelled
Pitching clinics this Sunday, March 15th at Milton Academy are cancelled
Clinics at Dirt Dawgs on Sunday, March 15th are cancelled
Monarchs practices through March are cancelled
Capital Fundraising event on March 21st has been postponed - stay tuned for more information.
Coaches meetings starting next week will be rescheduled or be virtual. Guidance will be given out to coaches directly.
No decision to change Opening Day or the start of the season has been made at this time.
To be clear, at this time we do not know of any Milton Girls Softball player, volunteer or family who have been infected, but we must do our part to ensure the safety of all and reduce the risk of this spreading. We will be re-evaluating the situation after this weekend to provide additional guidance. Please let us know if you have any specific concerns or questions.
Thanks to all the players who tried out over the past two weeks. We will have roster announcements by the 2nd week of September at the latest. Thank you.
The Milton Monarchs are Milton Girls Softball's 12U and 14U Tournament Teams dedicated to fielding competitive, fundamentally sound, and exciting girls’ softball teams. The primary goal for our tournament teams is to prepare our players to become strong softball players through hard work, commitment and stronger competition.
Milton Girls Softball will be holding tryouts for the 2020 Monarch Season:
Summary
The Milton Monarchs is both a Tournament team and an Elite summer travel team. This Elite summer travel team plays in the South Shore Summer Softball League's Elite or "A" division.
Schedule
Through March - 1x/week
April through August. up to 4-5x/week
Fall - possible fall tournament
Overall approximately 6 tournaments during the year and 5 week summer season
Cost
Approximately $1,000
Commitment
Commitment beginning in January. The expectation is girls on the Monarchs will make 90%+ of the practices, games, and tournaments. Learn more about our Monarchs program and the commitment required.
Eligibility
12U: Birth year 2007 and 2008
14U: Birth year 2005 and 2006
Playing in the 2020 Milton Girls Softball Spring Program is recommended but not a requirement.
Tryouts Dates
Wednesday, August 7th Monday, August 12th
Gile Field
12U 5:30pm - 7pm (12u pitchers at the end)
14U 7pm - 8:30pm (14U pitchers at the end)
We understand some folks will be off for vacation so please contact wecare@miltonsoftball.com to make other arrangements. All players regardless of tryout date must register and submit payment by August 12th to be considered.
$20 fee for tryouts.
Register for Tryouts
You must register online for tryouts. Walk-up registrations are not accepted. Click here to register.
What is Needed
Girls should wear their summer softball or Monarchs jersey with name/number, glove, cleats, bat, and water.
The Tryout Process
Players are scored and evaluated in general categories: infield and outfield skills, throwing and catching, and hitting and bunting. Also, pitchers and catchers will have an opportunity to demonstrate their skills at the end of the tryout. Each player will participate in 4 tryout stations.
Outfield Station: Players will be given the opportunity to field fly balls that may ask them to move to their left, right, center, forward, and behind them. Players will be evaluated on their ability to track the ball, catches with two hands, footwork, and their arm strength to make strong throws with minimal bounce to both their cut and home plate.
Infield Station: Balls will be split up into two rounds. The first set will be fielded at shortstop. They may be asked to move from side to side in order to field cleanly and make an accurate strong throw to first base. The second round of balls will be fielded in a similar manner from the 2nd base position, again throwing balls accurately to 1st base. Girls will be evaluated on their:
Form: Evaluated on ready position, charges, positioned with head up and butt down, hands out front with throwing hand above glove, secures the ball.
Fielding Range: Evaluated on the player's ability to get to balls and secure with two hands
Arm Strength: Evaluated on ability to make strong throws to 1st base with no bounce, line drive throws
Throwing Accuracy: Evaluated on ability to throw accurately
Hitting Station: Player will receive 10 balls from the pitching machine and she will be asked to put as many of these ball into play as possible. Players will be evaluated on the following: hitting mechanics, contact, and power.
Bunting Station: Player will receive 5 balls that they will be asked to bunt as many as possible. Players will be evaluated on their bunting mechanics and ability to keep the ball in fair territory.
Pitching/Catching Station (Optional): Because not all girls pitch or play catcher, this portion of the tryout is not scored. However, coaches will be evaluating pitchers and catchers to understand their abilities. Pitchers will be evaluated on their form and mechanics, control, velocity, accuracy, and command. Catchers will be evaluated on their form and mechanics, arm strength, throw from home, receiving, blocking, and footwork.
During the tryouts it is important to note that coaches and evaluators will also be taking into account the attitudes, hustle, and softball IQs displayed by each of the players as well. These intangibles will also be factored into team formations.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE MILTON MONARCH 14U CHAMPIONS
14U CHAMPIONS
CONGRATULATIONS TO
MILTON MONARCHS 14U
FOR WINNING THE 2019 SOUTH SHORE
SUMMER SOFTBALL LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP
Milton Monarchs 14u tops Holbrook 4-1 to win the 2019 South Shore Summer Softball League Championship. Milton finishes the season with an overall record of 22-10-5.
Milton Monarchs 14u - 2019 South Shore Summer Softball League Champions
CONGRATULATIONS TO
MILTON 10U
FOR WINNING THE 2019 SOUTH SHORE
SUMMER SOFTBALL LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP
Milton 10u beats South Braintree 9-0 and wins the 2019 South Shore Summer Softball League Championship. Milton finishes the season undefeated in league play (12-0) and an amazing overall record of 22-1.
Milton 10u - 2019 South Shore Summer Softball League Champions
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE
SOPHOMORE TIGERS,
JUNIOR WHITE SOX, AND THE
LENNON SENIOR DIAMONDBACKS
FOR WINNING THEIR
2019 CHAMPIONSHIPS!
Championship Saturday crowned champions on Saturday with three amazing games. In the Sophomore Division, the Tigers came back in the 6th inning and hung on for the 11-10 win over the Nationals. The Junior Division championship between the White Sox and the Angels was filled with great defense and solid pitching with the White Sox taking home the championship by a score of 5-2. The nightcap between the Rays and the Diamondbacks was a tight game throughout with the Dbacks winning 10-9. The Diamondbacks are your 2019 Lennon Senior Division Champions.
FIONA ZIMON RECOGNIZED FOR HER DONATION TO SOFTBALL
Milton Girls Softball recognized Fiona Zimon for her donation to Milton Girls Softball. Fiona, who plays Spring and Summer softball for our program, hosted a bake sale in which all profits were donated to Milton Girls Softball. She raised over $100.
We are truly amazed and thankful for her generosity. We asked her how she would like the money spent and she requested it be put into field maintenance. With her donation, we purchased a grid to help us line the batter's box.
As a token of gratitude, Milton Girls Softball recognized Fiona during one of our Championship Saturday Games.
Milton Girls Softball sponsor Dairy Freeze invited the Freshwomen Phillies to a behind the scenes look of the Dairy Freeze operation. As part of the tour, the girls were able to make their own ice cream sundaes with all the fixins! Thank you Dairy Freeze!
New Scorecard Installed Thanks to The Friends of Donny Higgins
New Scorecard Installed Thanks to The Friends of Donny Higgins
Milton Girls Softball is excited to share that we have a new scoreboard at Cunningham Park. Due in large part to the donation of the Friends of Donny Higgins, we have installed a new scoreboard at Cunningham Park. The scoreboard will be ready for opening day and will be dedicated during our Opening Day festivities.
The Friends of Donny Higgins is a special charity that promotes local youth sports program and we are grateful for the contribution the organization has made to our program. Donny Higgins was a very special young man whose life was too short. He was a loving husband and father as well as a great son and friend to many. His wife and four children presently live in Milton.
If you would like to show your appreciation for the donation Milton Girls Softball received from the Friends of Donny Higgins, please think about attending the Friends of Donny Higgins Winter Gala on Saturday Feb. 23rd, 7PM at the Westin Boston Waterfront. This is a wonderful event filled with food, drinks, laughs and conversation. Many of us on the board will be attending and we ask that you help support a great cause. The tickets include a buffet dinner and open bar. Many Milton residents attend to support this organization. Even if you cannot attend, please consider purchasing a ticket. Thanks for your continued support.
To purchase tickets, please feel free to reach out to:
Calece Johnson and Tommy Walsh named to Executive Board
Milton Girls Softball would like to welcome two new members to our Executive Board: Calece Johnson and Tommy Walsh.
Calece has been coaching for the last 6 years and a member of the Milton Girls Softball board for over 4 years. She has contributed greatly to our program working on the scholarship program, equipment inventory, by-laws, capital planning, equipment pickup/ drop-off days and many other contributions behind the scenes.
Tommy has been coaching since 2001 and has been a member of the board for the last 3 years. Tommy is willing to do anything people ask of him. He has coached multiple teams during the same season, helped out with our clinics, summer and Monarchs tryouts and is the point person for our Summer Travel Program.
As part of the Executive Board with Brian Mullaney and Kevin Olivieri, this group leads the board by inviting participation of board members to determine and establish the leagues and programs to be offered by MGS as well as league rules, registration fees, and age requirements.
The Milton Girls Softball board as a whole is responsible for governance:
Mission
Vision
Strategic planning
Acting as the fiduciary responsible agent
Setting policy
Raising funds and support development efforts
Maintaining visibility in the community
Facilitating communication between board, coaches and parents
We are excited to have Calece and Tommy join the Executive Board as we kick off the 2019 year.
Registration for Milton Fall Travel is now open. The Milton Fall Travel program is for girls who are interested in continuing to play softball after the Spring and Summer seasons.
This fall we will have a team at 10U and 12U. Games are held on Sundays and typically there are not practices during the week.
10U and 12U will play in a round robin league with local surrounding towns (such as Quincy, Braintree and Hingham). There will be a game on Sunday mornings at 9am. Games will be played through September and early October. No playoffs.
The goal of this season is to get a few more throws and swings before the winter. All girls are eligible for the same age group as the summer.
Cost for the 2018 Fall Travel Season is $20.
Space is limited to 15 players per age level. If you register but do not submit payment, your spot is not held. Your registration is deemed complete when payment has been made.
Milton Girls Softball sponsor Dairy Freeze invited the Freshwomen Phillies to a behind the scenes look of the Dairy Freeze operation. As part of the tour, the girls were able to make their own ice cream sundaes with all the fixins! Thank you Dairy Freeze!
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE
SOPHOMORE BLUE JAYS,
JUNIOR WHITE SOX,
AND THE SENIOR PHILLIES
FOR WINNING THEIR
2018 CHAMPIONSHIPS!
Championship Saturday crowned champions on Saturday with three amazing games. In the Sophomore Division, the game between the Blue Jays and Tigers was a back and forth affair with four lead changes before the Blue Jays scored late and hung on for the 9-8 win. The Junior Division championship between the White Sox and the Cardinals was filled with great defense, solid pitching and clutch hitting. The White Sox had a four run lead heading into the last inning but the Cardinals rallied to tie the game at 8 and send it into extra innings. The White Sox scored a run in the 7th and hung on for the 9-8 win. The nightcap between the Phillies and the Pirates was a rematch of the 2007 championship game and this became an Instant Classic. The Phllies rallied to tie the game in the 5th, scored in the 6th to take the lead and hung on for the 8-7 win. The Phillies are your 2018 Lennon Senior Division Champions.
JENSEN AND CONROY
RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS
FROM MILTON GIRLS SOFTBALL
We are pleased to announce Milton High School seniors Samantha Jensen and Jenna Conroy are this year’s scholarship recipients. Milton Girls Softball (MGS) started a scholarship program in 2013 to be awarded annually to two seniors that have participated in MGS for a minimum of four years and are planning to continue their education. This scholarship is a one-time award to assist with finances of college, vocational school or any enlisted branch of the US Armed Forces.
Both girls were presented the award and were honored to be chosen out of many candidates.
Samatha Jensen wrote working hard and always tryin
g to do her best. “Sometimes I was not always the best on the team, but instead of getting down on myself, I worked harder than ever. I would spend more time on my own improving my skills to hopefully get more playing time on my team. This has stayed with me for my entire life. In school, work, and sports I always try to be my best. ”
Jenna Conroy wrote about how Milton Girls Softball prepared her for her future. “People achieve good jobs and happy lives through the result of hard work. I would have never thought I would realize all of this by a small compliment at a softball practice.. Milton Girls Softball has been a huge part of my life allowing me to play a sport I love throughout high school and has prepared me to continue to play in college. I will always have an appreciation of my time in Milton Girls Softball."
Applications for next year’s scholarship will be posted online at the start of the 2019 softball spring season. Milton Girls Softball is an independent, non-profit organization committed to providing all girls with an experience that fosters positive self-esteem, team spirit and individual growth through personal achievement and team play.
Our goal is for each player to have fun while gaining knowledge of the game. We endeavor to create and maintain an environment of teamwork, honesty, and fair play with a secondary importance place on winning.
On May 20, 2018 Elliot Physical Therapy conducted injury screen assessments for senior division players of Milton Girls Softball. Each participant will receive an individual summary of their assessment. Thank you to Elliott Physical Therapy.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE
SOPHOMORE TIGERS, JUNIOR ASTROS,
AND THE SENIOR ATHLETICS FOR WINNING THEIR 2017 CHAMPIONSHIPS!
Championship Saturday crowned three champions on Saturday. In the Sophomore Division, the game between the Dodgers and Tigers was a tight game for the early innings until the Tigers opened it up and went onto the 9-3 win. The Junior Division championship between the White Sox and the Astros was filled with great defense, solid pitching and clutch hitting. The White Sox took the lead in the bottom of the 5th inning until the Astros responded with three runs in the last inning and held on for the 7-5 victory. The nightcap between the Athletics and the Diamondbacks was a rematch of the 2016 Instant Classic. The A's beat the Dbacks by a score of 13-5 to win the 2017 Lennon Senior Division Championship.
Milton Girls Softball sponsor Dairy Freeze invited the Freshwomen Phillies to a behind the scenes look of the Dairy Freeze operation. As part of the tour, the girls were able to make their own ice cream sundaes with all the fixins! Thank you Dairy Freeze!
On Saturday, June 3rd, Milton Girls Softball recognized two of our sponsors for their support of our new scoreboard. Mike Morgan, VP Branch Manager from Blue Hills Bank and Patti & Daryl Elliot from Elliot Physical Therapy were thanked for their support of our program and our new scoreboard at Gile Field.
The purchase and installation of a new scoreboard at Gile has been one of our major initiatives over the last several years. Through the hard work of our Board of Directors we are excited to see our vision come to fruition. The scoreboard is one of the several projects we have taken on over the last few years including improvements to our infield and lights.
The scoreboard is available for all teams to use as well as programs outside of Milton Girls Softball including the high school softball teams.
Patti & Daryl Elliot from Elliot Physical Therapy and Mike Morgan, VP Branch Manager from Blue Hills Bank
standing in front of the new scoreboard. Photo: Bob Marotta.
Mike Morgan, VP Branch Manager from Blue Hills Bank and Patti & Daryl Elliot from Elliot Physical Therapy
with Milton Girls Softball Board President Kevin Olivieri. Photo credit: Bob Marotta.
Scoreboard installation day. Photo credit: Gary Kelly.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE
SOPHOMORE RAYS, JUNIOR CUBS,
AND THE SENIOR ATHLETICS FOR WINNING THEIR 2016 CHAMPIONSHIPS!
Championship Saturday lived up to it's billing as all three championship games were nail biters. In the Sophomore Division, the game between the Dodgers and Rays was a close game until the Rays rallied for a 7-6 walk-off win. The Junior Division championship between the Cubs and the Astros was a pitcher's duel with the Dodgers hanging on for the 10-8 victory. The nightcap between the Athletics and the Diamondbacks featured a back and forth game that required extra innings until the Athletics walked off with the 11-10 win and the 2016 Lennon Senior Division Championship.
CONNELLY AND VAUGHN
RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS
FROM MILTON GIRLS SOFTBALL
We are pleased to announce Fontbonne Academy senior Jordan Connelly and Milton High School senior Ashley Vaughn are this year’s scholarship recipients. Milton Girls Softball (MGS) started a scholarship program in 2013 to be awarded annually to two seniors that have participated in MGS for a minimum of four years and are planning to continue their education. This scholarship is a one-time award to assist with finances of college, vocational school or any enlisted branch of the US Armed Forces.
Both girls were presented the award and were honored to be chosen out of many candidates.
Jordan Connelly wrote about the confidence she gained from playing Milton Girls Softball. “Confidence was probably my biggest take away from MGS. Even though I was not one of the best players in MGS, I still felt like I contributed. There was always something to work on and improve on, which made me strive to be a better player. If I did make an error or strike out, both my teammates and the coaches would boost my confidence by telling me it was okay, teaching me and encouraging me.”
Ashley Vaughn wrote about what she learned from Milton Girls Softball. “I have learned what it means to be motivated and push oneself to the limits. I now know the dedication is necessary in order to be successful. I have learned what it means to be on a team and trust those around you … Milton Girls Softball has been an integral part to my growth and success as a person.”
Applications for next year’s scholarship will be posted online at the start of the 2017 softball spring season. Milton Girls Softball is an independent, non-profit organization committed to providing all girls with an experience that fosters positive self-esteem, team spirit and individual growth through personal achievement and team play.
Our goal is for each player to have fun while gaining knowledge of the game. We endeavor to create and maintain an environment of teamwork, honesty, and fair play with a secondary importance place on winning.
Jordan Connelly is awarded the 2016 Milton Girls Softball Scholarship. She is accompanied by her parents.
Ashley Vaughn is awarded the 2016 Milton Girls Softball Scholarship. Board Member Shawn Ward presented the award.
Milton Girls Softball sponsor Dairy Freeze invited the Freshwomen Athletics to a behind the scenes look of the Dairy Freeze operation. As part of the tour, the girls were able to make their own ice cream sundaes with all the fixins! Thank you Dairy Freeze!
U10 MULLANEY WINS THE U10 SOUTH SHORE CHAMPIONSHIP
MILTON U10 MULLANEY
WINS THE U10 SOUTH SHORE
SUMMER LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP
Milton entered the playoffs as the #2 seed with a record of 7-3. After winning a dramatic game on Tuesday, Milton traveled to Welcome Young Field in Quincy to take on undefeated and #1 seed Quincy. Milton U10 Mullaney put a perfect game together with strong defense, timely hitting and clutch pitching to beat Quincy 7-2 and bring home the 2015 U10 South Shore Summer League Championship. Congratulations girls! Your hard work paid off. Milton previously won a U10 championship back in 2008.
MILTON WINS THE 2015 U18 SOUTH SHORE SUMMER CHAMPIONSHIP
MILTON WINS THE
2015 U18 SOUTH SHORE
SUMMER LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP
On Wednesday, July 29th, Milton U18 hosted Bridgwater at Gile Field in the championship game of the U18 South Shore Summer League Playoffs. Milton had previously beat Bridgewater a week earlier by a score of 6-2. Milton knew Bridgewater would come to play and they would have to play their best to take home the championship.
Bridgewater struck first and jumped out to a 1-0 in the 2nd inning on a blooper to left field that fell in for a hit.
Milton responded in the bottom of the 2nd. With two outs, Jill R. hit a hard single to right. Madeline C. followed with a clutch triple to right center to tie the game at 1.
In the bottom of the third, Milton exploded for 6 runs. Jess B. started off the inning with a base hit (sound familiar?). With one out, Meghara M. singled and Caitlin L. was hit by a pitch. Jess O. followed with a 2-RBI single to center. The rally continued with singles by Jenna C., Eva H. and Shannon F. giving Milton a 7-1 lead.
Milton responded by shutting down Bridgewater with great defense and solid pitching. Olivia F. caught a mile-high fly ball in center field and Caitlin L. made a great outfield catch shutting down a rally. Jess O., Jenna C., and Meghara M. were solid on the left side of the infield making several strong defensive plays.
Pitcher Shannon F. was incredible. For 7 innings she kept Bridgwater off balance (7IP, 1R, 8K).
Milton U18 wins the 2015 U18 South Shore Summer League Championship by beating Bridgewater by a score of 10-1. Milton U18 finishes the season with a record of 11-0-1. Congratulations girls on a great season.
K Program Instructors lead a very attentive group of Kindergarteners
KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM
WRAPS UP SUCCESSFUL SEASON
Milton Girls Softball's Kindergarten Program (K-Program) recently wrapped up a successful spring program. The K Program is an 8-week session designed to introduce kindergarteners to the sport of softball as well as provide an opportunity for them to play and interact in a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment.
The K-Program was run by two experienced directors and instructors for the program. Mike Kinsella is a Milton resident and a 15+ year coach in the Milton Girls Softball program. He is also a professional instructor for Dirt Dawg Sports in Canton. Gary Kelly has been involved with Milton Girls Softball for over 20 years as a coach, league president and board member. Both are tremendous assets to the K Program.
Mike and Gary's philosophy focuses on teaching the developmental aspect more so than the instructional aspect of the sport. However, none of this will matter if it’s not done by having FUN. The K Program is about keeping the girls engaged. This will be done with positive reinforcement, smiling a lot, giving lots of high-fives and keeping the players moving and involved.
The structure of the K Program was about breaking down the actual practice into stations. Stations are efficient, effective, and FUN. This will be done by having a staff of trained instructors and high school players to ensure the direct developmental instruction is consistent and delivered the correct way fundamentally.
Parents were encouraged to be involved if desired. We want parents to learn by observing and/or participating with the goal that parents may coach when their daughters move up to the Freshwomen Division the following year.
The Kindergarten Program is about progression and awareness without the player realizing how much they have learned.
FITZGERALD AND CONCANNON
RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS
FROM MILTON GIRLS SOFTBALL
We are pleased to announce Milton High School seniors Olivia FitzGerald and Molly Concannon are this year’s scholarship recipients. Milton Girls Softball (MGS) started a scholarship program in 2013 to be awarded annually to two seniors that have participated in MGS for a minimum of four years and are planning to continue their education. This scholarship is a one-time award to assist with finances of college, vocational school or any enlisted branch of the US Armed Forces.
Both girls were presented the award at the Milton High award banquet and were honored to be chosen out of many candidates.
Olivia Fitzgerald wrote about how Milton Girls Softball help her become the leader she is today. "Milton Girls Softball has prepared me to become a leader because throughout the years I have participated, my confidence has grown and I have gone from one of the little girls learning the sport to a mentor for young players."
Molly Concannon wrote about how the experience of playing in our town program meant a lot to her: "Being a member of Milton Girls Softball for as long as I have has been the most rewarding and special experience a girl could ask for. Milton Girls Softball has prepared me for my future endeavors and I hope to make my coaches and teammates proud."
Applications for next year’s scholarship will be posted online at the start of the 2015 softball spring season. Milton Girls Softball is an independent, non-profit organization committed to providing all girls with an experience that fosters positive self-esteem, team spirit and individual growth through personal achievement and team play.
Our goal is for each player to have fun while gaining knowledge of the game. We endeavor to create and maintain an environment of teamwork, honesty, and fair play with a secondary importance place on winning.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE
SOPHOMORE DODGERS, JUNIOR ANGELS,
AND THE SENIOR ATHLETICS FOR WINNING THEIR 2015 CHAMPIONSHIPS!
Championship Saturday lived up to it's billing as all three championship games were nail biters. In the Sophomore Division, the game between the Dodgers and Blue Jays saw five lead changes before the Dodgers held on for the 12-11 win. The Junior Division championship between the Angels and the Cubs was a pitcher's duel with the Angels hanging on for the 4-3 win. The nightcap between the Athletics and the Phillies featured a back and forth game with the Athletics pulling away for the 11-8 win and the 2015 Lennon Senior Division Championship.
Milton Girls Softball sponsor Dairy Freeze invited the Freshwomen Cardinals to a behind the scenes look of the Dairy Freeze operation. As part of the tour, the girls were able to make their own ice cream sundaes with all the fixins! Thank you Dairy Freeze!
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COSETTA AND MOORE RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS
FROM MILTON GIRLS SOFTBALL
We are pleased to announce Milton High School seniors Juliann Cosetta and Julia Moore are this year’s scholarship recipients. Milton Girls Softball (MGS) started a scholarship program in 2013 to be awarded annually to two seniors that have participated in MGS for a minimum of four years and are planning to continue their education. This scholarship is a one-time award to assist with finances of college, vocational school or any enlisted branch of the US Armed Forces.
Both girls were presented the award at the Milton High award banquet and were honored to be chosen out of many candidates. Juliann Cosetta wrote about the skills she has learned playing softball such as confidence, teamwork, sportsmanship, perseverance, working hard, and what it means to never give up. “Not only have I learned skills that I will use in my future softball career, but I have learned valuable life lessons that I will carry with me on this new and exciting journey.”
Julia Moore wrote about lessons learned while playing softball such as building long lasting friendships, how to work well with others, how to handle challenges, how to keep a positive attitude, and having a commitment to your team. “I believe Milton Girls Softball has prepared me for the future…I do not think I would have developed so many useful skills without softball…and the softball field was and still is my home away from home.”
Applications for next year’s scholarship will be posted online at the start of the 2015 softball season. Milton Girls Softball is an independent, non-profit organization committed to providing all girls with an experience that fosters positive self-esteem, team spirit and individual growth through personal achievement and team play.
Our goal is for each player to have fun while gaining knowledge of the game. We endeavor to create and maintain an environment of teamwork, honesty, and fair play with a secondary importance place on winning.
Would you like to purchase a batting helmet for your daughter? This helmet with be red and white (Milton colors) and include a cage. The cost per helmet is $45. The purchase of a helmet is completely optional and is not required. Teams helmets are available during practices and games. If you are interested in purchasing a helmet, please email
Milton U18 - 2013 South Shore Conference Summer Champions
MILTON WINS THE 2013
U18 SOUTH SHORE CHAMPIONSHIP
Milton U18 hosted Scituate in the U18 Championship on Wednesday night at Gile Road. Milton (10-1) was hoping to avenge it's only loss of the season and take the 2013 Championship crown.
The game was tight throughout and both teams were tied at the end of seven innings. In the top of the 8th, Scituate rallied to load the bases with 1 out. Third basemen Julia Moore made a great play at third going to her left and firing home to get the force out. The next batter to grounded out to Pitcher Shannon FitzGerald to end the rally. In the bottom of the 8th, Milton had a runner on third with two outs when Victoria Hansbury lined a hit to left center field for the walk-off win.
FITZGERALD AND KINSELLA
RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS FROM
MILTON GIRLS SOFTBALL
We are pleased to announce that Milton residents and Seniors Sydney FitzGerald and Lauren Kinsella are this year’s scholarship recipients. We started a scholarship program to be awarded annually to two seniors that have participated in the Milton Girls Softball program for a minimum of four years and are planning to continue their education. This scholarship is a one-time award to assist with finances of college, vocational school or any enlisted branch of the US Armed Forces.
Both girls were presented the award at their respective high school award banquet and were honored to be chosen out of so many candidates. When asked what Milton Girls Softball meant to them, Syndey was quick to reply “many of my memories were made on a softball field. Whether playing for a spring or summer team or practicing with my dad in the backyard, these were moments that I was proud for working my absolute hardest. From the start, accomplishing small goals such as getting a hit or striking out 10 batters over the course of a game gave me a kind of personal contentment that I can't explain. The Milton Girls Softball Association helped me develop the confidence that I have needed to survive as I've grown up."
Fontbonne senior Lauren Kinsella had this to say about MGS “the words that first come to my mind regarding Milton Girls Softball are commitment, confidence, team work and compassion. These words are qualities I gained through playing softball since I was a child. All that I am and all I've become have an enormous softball influence. ... My self esteem, individual growth and personal achievements have without doubt been increased because of my softball activities.”
Applications for next year’s scholarship will be posted online at the start of the 2014 softball season. Milton Girls Softball is an independent, non-profit organization committed to providing all girls with an experience that fosters positive self-esteem, team spirit and individual growth through personal achievement and team play.
Our goal is for each player to have fun while gaining knowledge of the game. We endeavor to create and maintain an environment of teamwork, honesty, and fair play with a secondary importance place on winning.
Check out the Milton Girls Softball Equipment Exchange! Milton Girls Softball has set up an exchange where families can trade and sell used softball equipment. Maybe you have an old glove you would like to sell? Or maybe a bat that your daughter has outgrown?
Check your basement. Dig through your garage. You will be helping other players and you may even make a few bucks for yourself.
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