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ASA announces umpires for the 2009 Border Battle

 

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. --- The Amateur Softball Association of America announced today the five umpires selected to the inaugural Border Battle men’s Slow Pitch game on July 18 at ASA Hall of Fame Complex.  The four U.S. umpires were selected by the National Umpire Staff while Softball Canada nominated one Canadian umpire that will represent Canada in the game.

 

“We have selected four of our premier slow pitch umpires from our four territories of ASA,” said ASA Supervisor of Umpires Kevin Ryan.  “We also have the pleasure of inviting one of Softball Canada’s premier slow pitch umpires. This will provide these two very talented teams the best umpiring available from both countries.”

 

The following are the U.S. umpires:

Darryl Brunson, Harker Heights, Texas

Paul Drake III, Oregon, Ohio

Mike Maisner, Okemos, Michigan

John Personius, Marysville, Washington from the Seattle Metro Softball Umpires Assn

2009 ASA National Slow Pitch Umpire Camp

Cincinnati, Ohio - June 16 – 21, 2009

The ASA National Slow Pitch Umpire Camp is the only advanced school in the country offered to slow pitch umpires.  In 2009 the camp returns to Cincinnati for a second consecutive year.  Visit our website at:  HYPERLINK "http://www.metrocincinnati-asa.com/Umpire/NationalCamp/Photos.htm" www.metrocincinnati-asa.com/Umpire/NationalCamp/Photos.htm to view photo highlights of last year’s camp.  The Slow Pitch Camp is an opportunity for you to:

Improve your umpiring skills

Prepare you for higher level competition

Work on your “Elite Umpire” qualifications

This brochure includes all school details and information – plan now to attend the Slow Pitch Umpire Camp.

Information, Registration and Housing Coordinator –

Dee Fick 513-563-2755 or  HYPERLINK "mailto:asauic@fuse.net" asauic@fuse.net

ASA National Office seeking Marketing and Communications Coordinator

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK---The Amateur Softball Association, the National Governing Body of Softball in the United States, seeks applicants for the position of Marketing and Communications Coordinator. This individual’s primary responsibility will be the marketing, promotion, and execution of marketing and communication initiatives from the National Office.

Interested applicants should include a resume and a cover letter explaining why they wish to fill the position. Applicants will be screened and a select number will be invited to interview in Oklahoma City in April. The successful candidate will be brought on board as soon as possible, but no later than mid-May.

Applications for the Marketing and Communications Coordinator position will be accepted until April 14, 2009.

Applications should be mailed or emailed to the following address:

ASA National Office
c/o Julie Bartel, Marketing and Communications Coordinator Position
(jbartel@softball.org)

2801 NE 50th Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73111

Primary Responsibility: Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist all Marketing and Communications functions for the ASA and USA Softball brands, including, websites, Balls and Strikes Magazine, public relations, design, advertising, sponsorship and social media.

2. Assist in sponsor development at both the local and national level.

3. Assist in development of USA Softball National team promotions and events.

4. Execute sponsor fulfillments and marketing programs.

5. Assist in maximizing revenue via advertising, sponsorship and online/retail merchandise sales.

 

 

6. Write press releases and other meaningful stories associated with the business of ASA Softball and USA Softball.

7. Perform other related duties as assigned and ability to travel and work weekends.

 

Required or Desired Skills:

1. Computer skills and knowledge required.

2. College degree desired.

3. Marketing and Communications experience is desired.

4. Ability to be self-starter as well as work in team environment to assist the Marketing and Communications Department in providing quality customer service.

The pay range for this position is $28,000 – $36,000.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION REGARDING ASA AND THE NATIONAL SOFTBALL SCENE, VISIT THE WEBSITE FOR THE NATIONAL GOVERNING BODY OF SOFTBALL, THE AMATEUR SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION AT :

http://www.softball.org/