Kickoff meeting

EHS Softball Kickoff Meeting


Welcome! We are excited about the upcoming EHS Softball season and hope you are, too. The Edina Softball program gives student athletes the opportunity to represent their school and community, while competing on an athletic team. The coaching staff is committed to providing a positive atmosphere emphasizing hard work and dedication where all players can grow and improve their skills with a firm belief that academics always come first to reach their full potential as student athletes. 


Your athlete must be registered and have an updated physical on file. Athletes will NOT be allowed to participate until completed.  



Kickoff Meeting




Team Rules


See Team Rules



Season Start and Duration


Our season begins Monday, March 11, 2024 and lasts until the third week of May, followed by the postseason.



Dugout Dues


In order to support our teams with miscellaneous costs (snacks, domeball, facility rental, banquet, buses, etc.) throughout the season we will maintain the tradition of asking each family for a $100 payment to the EHS Dugout Club.  While costs have continued to increase the amount due will remain the same as in the prior year.


Please feel free to use our Venmo option at @EHS-Fastpitch (if the app asks you for the last 4 phone digits you can skip).  Please indicate in the "What's it for?" section your player's "Full Name - Dugout Dues."  Alternatively you could make a check out for $100 to the EHS Dugout Club and have your daughter give it to one of the Captains.   


Thank you for your support of EHS Fastpitch Softball! Go Hornets!



Tryouts Dates and Times





Will there be Cuts


TBD - Depending on Numbers



Apparel


The captains have finalized the 2024 EHS Softball Apparel.  Please note that the last day to place an order is March 12, 2024!


The captains require and recommend players to purchase certain items to wear during practices and on game days at school.  These will be communicated to you.


Order link: Apparel Link (click here)



Practice Dates, Times, and Location


Practices are Monday - Friday.  Indoor practices take place at the EHS Fieldhouse.   Times may vary.  Outdoor practices take place at Pamela Park 4:00 - 6:30 PM


For practices, players need to dress weather appropriate in softball attire.  No shorts are allowed. Players should wear gym shoes for indoor practice and have cleats for outdoor practices.


Athletes should keep their bats in their lockers or check their bag in with Equipment Manager/Athletic Trainer Steve Tschida during school hours.  



Team Pictures


Team pictures will be scheduled after teams have been determined.



Senior Night


We will honor our Senior EHS players who have dedicated themselves over the course of their High School career.  Special recognition for all our seniors with a ceremony and post game treats.



EGFA Day


In partnership with EGFA we will be having our annual EGFA day typically held the week after the annual EGFA Mayfly tournament at an EHS home game.  EGFA will sponsor food to be served to all Edina players in attendance after the game. Edina Hornets Varsity Team will also recognize a couple of EGFA Honorary Captains.



Lettering Policy


See Team Rules



Hornet Softball Banquet  


EHS Softball has an annual Hornet Softball Banquet to celebrate the year and all of the players hardwork and accomplishments. This event will include dinner, dessert, awards and recognition.  This is open to all coaches, parents, players and managers of the Edina High School Softball Team.  Expect an evite towards the end of the season.  If you have any Game Action Photos or Videos, please send them to Captains parents that you would like to see as part of the end of season banquest.  The cost is $25 for parents and family members that will be attending.  



Helpful Links


Registration link

https://1922a.cf.wordwareinc.com


Sports information for Families: driver release form, EHS policies, etc

Update


Activities Home Page

https://hornets.edinaschools.org/athletics/spring-sports/softball


MSHSL

https://www.mshsl.org/sports-and-activities/softball-girls


Edina Hornet Softball Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/Edinahornetsb


Edina Hornet Softball Twitter

https://twitter.com/EdinaHornetSB