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    5. 5 Fastest growing segment of the sport The ASA’s Junior Olympic (JO) program (youth) was instituted in 1974 Growth of the program is the result of strong local ASA leagues, the ASA tournament structure and overall growth in female athletics The ASA Girl’s Fast Pitch National Championships are among the hottest properties in amateur youth sports The ASA currently has over 100 JO commissioners (local administrators) implementing local youth programming According to documented research, 80% of all collegiate players were recruited from ASA programs Over 30 cities bid to host ASA JO National Championships each year

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    8. 8 The ASA annually registers over 230,000 softball teams comprising over 3.5 million players The ASA annually registers over 85,000 Junior Olympic (youth) softball teams comprising over 1.2 million players The ASA annually registers over 35,000 certified umpires Every season the ASA conducts over 100 National Championships in which 30,000 players compete Membership publications are produced on yearly basis and are distributed to 300,000 softball players and coaches The ASA has 84 local associations across America capable of implementing any event or promotion at the local and regional level The ASA’s website, www.asasoftball.com, averages over 7,000 “visitors” per day focusing on ASA tournament information, updated softball player and team information and trivia contests

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    10. 10 A very structured national grassroots organization involved in all facets of softball including youth fast/slow pitch, adult fast/slow pitch, modified pitch, coed, seniors and umpiring ASA softball related publications 5% player and team discount at bsnsports.com/asa (ID: ID# 997142) Individual registration product ASA ACE Coaching Certification Program Championship Play competitions in every state and major metropolitan area ASA Insurance Program ASA Equipment Certification Program ASA family of websites USA Softball National Team program National Softball Hall of Fame & Stadium

    11. 11 Each ASA registered team and umpire receives the following: Copy of the Official Rules of Softball Balls & Strikes Softball Magazine ASA Scorebook Team ID card featuring additional membership benefits including rental car airline discounts, ASA merchandise and much more Opportunity to receive the best insurance coverage available in the softball marketplace

    12. 12 As the largest softball organization in the Unites States, the ASA prides itself on providing quality local service In every state and major metropolitan area in the United States, the ASA maintains a local association serviced by an ASA commissioner, youth coordinator, athlete representative and umpire-in-chief All ASA state offices use district commissioners to ensure direct local contact at every level, while ASA metropolitan areas often communicate directly with leagues and park/rec departments The ASA is governed by a board of directors and a voting Council Membership of 270 members including all 84 local ASA Commissioners, regional umpires, Junior Olympic Commissioners and player representatives, and ASA past presidents among others The ASA voting council ensures that a democratic process is followed when the ASA Code and Playing Rules are acted upon and the best interests of the sport of softball are met in all matters

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    14. 14 ASA National Coaching Certification Program; a.k.a., ACE Program (see following slide for program details) 5% player and team discount at bsnsports.com/asa (ID: ID# 997142) ASA National Coaching Schools ASA Youth Clinics and Camps Complete ASA insurance coverage for league teams, players and league administrators if all players are individually registered Tournament opportunities for each recognized classification of play Structured and enforced classification system allowing for fair competition among local leagues and travel teams Collegiate scholarship opportunities for ASA players (over 80% of all collegiate softball players played in ASA league and tournament programs) Opportunity to host events that generate millions of dollars for the local community

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    16. 16 Structured and enforced classification system allowing for fair competition among local leagues and tournament teams The finest umpiring organization in softball 5% player and team discount at bsnsports.com/asa (ID: ID# 997142) Opportunities for local tournaments to have berths to the National Championships Series and other National Championship competitions Opportunity to host ASA National Championship Events that generate millions of dollars for the local community National Championship Play structure The crown jewel for Men’s and Women’s Adult Slow Pitch is the Hooters Championship Series in which the East meets the West to vie for the title of ASA National Champion Exciting and progressive tournament competitions featuring cash prizes, vacation packages and equipment donations

    17. 17 All ASA umpires receive additional accident and liability insurance National Umpire Schools and Clinics: The ASA conducts multiple training schools across every region of the country Advanced Umpire Schools: Held on an annual basis, this school is designed for umpires who aspire to work at the highest level of competition Every other year, the ASA conducts a National UIC workshop at ASA’s Headquarters in Oklahoma City Medals and National Indicator Fraternity awards program Opportunity to gain ISF (International) Certification Educational resources including umpire training manuals, instructional videos and CD-Roms ASA Properties Catalog, website and 800# for discounted umpire uniforms and equipment ASA provides every ASA registered umpire the opportunity to work in National Championship competitions

    18. 18 Every city in the United States has the opportunity to host an ASA National Championship event by presenting a tournament bid before the ASA National Council Democratic voting process (270 voting ASA Council Members) determines location of ASA National Championship events ASA National Championships are known for their outstanding organization and quality umpires; first class trophy packages, updated tournament results, and at certain adult tournaments, jackets, cash prizes, airline tickets and All-American recognition As the National Governing Body, the ASA holds the only truly recognized National Championship competitions Each local association is given a minimum number of qualifiers to ensure that every registered team has the opportunity to compete in ASA Championship Play The ASA maintains rigid classification guidelines and procedures ensuring fair competitions throughout all levels of Championship Play Competitions like the ASA Championship Series make ASA the leader in the softball industry The ASA conducts a National Championship in every recognized classification of play from girl’s 10-under fast pitch to men’s senior’s slow pitch

    19. 19 The ASA can provide insurance for every softball game through very affordable liability coverage for field owners Opportunity for member teams and individually registered players to purchase accident insurance at low group rates Comprehensive general liability coverage in the amount of $2 million for league officers if 100% of the teams are registered with ASA Comprehensive general liability coverage in the amount of $2 million for the local umpire association if 100% of the umpires are registered with the ASA

    20. 20 The ASA has established the strictest performance standards of any softball organization in the world for bats and balls The ASA has spent millions of dollars in research and development of a bat and ball testing program The program is designed to maintain the integrity of the game for current and future players The ASA performs random policing each year to make sure all licensed manufacturers are meeting current standards Local leagues and municipalities have the option to adopt the current ASA rules governing championship play, or make modifications based on local market conditions

    21. 21 Updated daily with the latest softball news, tournament information and other softball related items Direct links to all 84 local state/metro associations using a zip code search feature Historical database of tournaments featuring results and awards dating back to the 1950’s Online registration program designed for local ASA organizations to register their member teams, players and umpires with ASA Headquarters

    22. 22 The world’s most elite team, the USA Softball Women’s National Team, is selected, promoted and equipped for competition by the ASA As a member of the ASA, you have the opportunity to host events featuring the USA Softball Women’s National Team generating additional funds and awareness for your local softball program and community The USA Softball Women’s National Team has played on cable or network television over thirty times the last three years, highlighting the ASA’s effort to promote the sport of fast pitch softball The ASA conducts a grass roots tour with the USA Softball Women’s National Team, building a bridge between the youth of America and their Olympic dreams The 2004 USA Softball National Team was selected as the team of the year by the United States Olympic Committee and featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated after winning the gold medal at the Athens Olympic Games

    23. 23 As the recognized NGB for softball, it is the ASA’s responsibility to keep a historical record of softball and its team and individual achievements In 1986, the ASA built the world’s finest softball facility which currently hosts ASA National Championship competitions as well as the World Cup of Softball and NCAA Women’s College World Series Measuring well over 10,000 square feet, the ASA National Softball Hall of Fame & Museum features the greatest softball players, coaches and administrators in the world

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