• President's Message
• Board Member Profile
• New Board Position
• GET WELL SOON
• 2007 CSA BOARD

President's Message

It is my pleasure to be assuming the role of CSA President for 2006-2007, and I'm genuinely excited about the year ahead.  I wouldn't be doing my duty if I first didn't recognize the spirit, enthusiasm and dedication provided by the Board members that have recently retired.  The league owes a debt of gratitude to Leland Peneku who served as President for two years: Thank you for your warmth, your leadership and your enduring heartfelt efforts on behalf of the girls of Carlsbad Softball.  Your spirit will live on in CSA for a long, long time.  Special thanks also go out to Michelle Pahl (Secretary and Vice President), Craig Pahl (Field Maintenance and Equipment Coordinator), Rob Mekjian (Treasurer and creator of the "Rob Dog Special"), Michelle Nirschl (League Coordinator) and Karen Batchelder (Snack Bar Manager).  These persons volunteered countless hours to Carlsbad Softball so that the softball playing girls would have an awesome experience.  The current Board will miss you all!

I am honored to be assuming the Presidency with a complement of returning Board "veterans" and a great group of Board "Rookies".  I feel this new group will blend together well and bring many exciting new changes and events to CSA in the coming year.  Some of the goals of the Board for 2006/2007 include construction of a batting cage at Calavera Park, Online registration, and some new, fun league activities.  I thank the Board for voting me into office and I will continue in my efforts to make Carlsbad Softball the best girl's fastpitch program in North County (if not all of San Diego!).

Board Member Profile: Melissa Rivera

I'd like to take this opportunity to introduce a new member of the Carlsbad Softball Association Board...Melissa Rivera.

Melissa has graciously agreed to volunteer as CSA Publicity Director for the coming year.  She has extensive experience in public relations and event coordination and will be a welcome addition to the CSA Board.  Her responsibilities will include submitting articles, photos and announcements regarding CSA events and accomplishments to our local newspapers.  She will work with the Sponsor Coordinator and Events Coordinator (Lizan Arzola) to assure that CSA gets as much local publicity as possible.

In addition, Melissa will be taking over the monthly newsletters that I've been sending out over the past couple of years.  She will provide a fresh and fun approach, and don't hesitate to contact her with information and ideas.

New Board Position:  Volunteer Coordinator

Congratulations to Adrianne Gardner, who is the new CSA Volunteer Coordinator.  This newly created position will help organize and coordinate volunteers for CSA activities and fundraising events.  We know many of you are unable to spare significant time to be on the Board, but are willing to contribute a few hours a month in volunteer work to help the league.  Adrianne will be a point of contact by which you can do that.  Feel free to email Adrianne with your contact info if you are willing to be a volunteer on her list.

Adrianne can be contacted at adenault@adelphia.net.

GET WELL SOON!

CSA would like to send heartfelt well wishes to 10U player Stevie Simpson, who was diagnosed with thyroid cancer a while back and recently had to have her thyroid gland removed.  I'm happy to report that I saw Stevie yesterday (riding her bike down my street!) and she is doing wonderfully.  Mom Stacie says that Stevie is recovering well, and appreciates all the kindness that the family has received from CSA friends and neighbors. Judging by the sparkle I saw in Stevie's smile, it is obvious she is feeling good.

The families of CSA will keep Stevie and the Simpson family in our thoughts and prayers.

Another CSA family member on the mend is Buzz Keville, proud owner of a brand new Titanium hip.  Coach Buzz led the 12U all-stars to 7^th place in this year's State Tournament and is now recovering nicely from his recent surgery.  Get well soon Coach Buzz...I know some 12-year old girls that want to see you up and around soon because they have a little surprise for you when you are feeling better.  Can you say... "determinations"?  J

2007 CSA BOARD

If you are interested in finding out when the next Board meeting is or want information about how you can get involved, email Traci Bojorquez at traci@principleescrow.com or call her at 720-3434.  CSA depends on the involvement and volunteer efforts of league parents to keep our organization functioning successfully.  Your volunteer efforts are needed.

CSA Newsletters will be sent monthly during the off-season.  If you have something you would like to contribute or if you would like to be removed from our mailing list please respond by email to Jeff Schneider at josdc@email.uophx.edu

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