Back Row: Coach Mike Connolly, Asst Coach Sean Levasseur, Head Coach Kevin Shaughnessy, Asst Coach Mike Keogh, Coach Mark Howden
Middle Row: Erin Finnerty, Caelan MacDonald, Emily Keeler, Khalyn Levasseur, Michaela Keogh, Riley Durbano
Front Row: Kaylyn Shaughnessy, Bananas, Madison Keogh, Korina Almonte, Courtney Howden, Celeste Connolly

The Barrie Storm Squirt Rep Fast Pitch Team traveled to Mississauga on the weekend of May 31st and captured Gold at the 4th Annual Mississauga Partners Tournament. This tournament is the largest fast pitch tournament in Canada and the Storm went a perfect 6 – 0, securing a berth in the United States Fast Pitch Association World Series in Florida. Once again the Storm completely dominated the competition by a combined score of 67 – 2. The Storm started off strong by defeating the Pickering Heat in the first tournament game by a 4 – 0 score. Pitching dominated this game lead by the Storm’s Kaylyn Shaughnessy with a 19 strikeout effort. Picture perfect defense and timely hitting secured the victory. The Storm went on to defeat the Mississauga Hurricanes 10 – 1 and the Oak Ridges Diamonds 8 – 0 before reaching the playoff round. The Storm mercied all three teams in the playoff round by soundly defeating the Halton Hills Hawks, beating Pickering again, this time 8 – 0 and winning the Championship against Mississauga by the same 8 – 0 score. Emily Keeler hit a home run for Barrie and Michaela Keogh was stellar behind the plate nailing several base runners attempting to steal second over the course of the weekend. The Storm has now run their record to a perfect 17 – 0 and will put that record on the line at the upcoming Guelph Gator Classic.

"Congratulations to The Barrie Storm Squirt Rep team for qualifying for the 2007 Provincial Championships"

History of the Barrie & District Girls Softball Association

The Barrie & District Girls Softball Association has been serving Barrie and area for 30 years. Founded by Doris LaRoche in 1977, the league has grown to be the premier organization for female fast pitch softball in Barrie and the surrounding areas.

About the B.D.G.S.A.

Player Levels

As always we will be fielding teams at three levels; House league, Select and Rep.

Select (All Star) teams consist of players from our House League division, players who are looking for a little more challenge and have the desire to play extra games during the season. All Star teams generally play one day tournaments scheduled on weekends throughout the season and will travel to locations in and around Ontario Please see the All Star page for information.

Rep is an extremely competitive level and requires total commitment from everyone involved. Rep players do not play in the House League division but instead travel throughout the area playing equally skilled and competitive teams from other towns. If you've ever dreamed of playing on an Olympic or National team this is where it all starts. It is the stepping stone for the best players in the country. Girls have the opportunity to travel the U.S. and possibly earn scholarships. Please see the Rep page for coach and tryout information.

Divisions

We hope to have all divisions in operation this year. If you have a friend who might be interested in playing this year please bring them along for registration. This season will see Six divisions playing one game per week.

Community Service Opportunities

Do you play for B.D.G.S.A. and are in need of community service hours? We will be looking for general help throughout the year. If you are dependable and would like to help out with your sport please e-mail us.

Clinics

BDGSA will be offering pitching and catching clinics again this year for all players who want to master the proper techniques for 'windmill' pitching and back-catching. Emphasis will be placed on developing style approved by Softball Ontario that promotes power and control. The program focuses on strengthening specific muscle groups thereby reducing the chance of injury. Please see the Clinics page for a complete schedule.

Calling All Coaches

We would like to talk to anyone interested in coaching. This a very gratifying experience, allowing you to touch the lives of a number of children and give back to your community. Coaches are considered to be among the best mentors our children will meet in their lifetimes. The values of sportsmanship and fair play that you help foster in them will stay with them forever. You are also showing your own children that you are not just Mom or Dad, but someone that other children can look up to. For more information on coaching House League please contact our VP of House League.