The Fastpitch Softball
League ACT, in conjunction with the Australian Softball Federation and Softball
ACT, is again conducting Australia's most challenging Skins Tournament: the
Canberra Skins, at the Hawker International Softball Complex in Canberra
commencing Friday 5th December through Sunday afternoon 7th
December 2008.
Skins Format
The 2008 Skins will cater for (7) x A Grade teams and
(7) x B Grade teams. Each team will play six games in the Round Robin
competition. The Finals will be contested as follows:
A Grade: The two highest money-earning teams will
contest the Grand Final. Should the moneys be even, then the team with the
least number of runs against will finish higher on the ladder.
B Grade: The two teams with the most points will
contest the finals. Should the points be even, then the team with the least
number of runs against will finish higher on the ladder.
Admission
Prices
Day
Pass – Adult $10.00
3
Day Pass – Adult $20.00
1
Day Family Pass $20.00
3
Day Family Pass $35.00
U16
No Adult – Day Pass $ 5.00
U16
No Adult – 3 Day Pass $10.00
Evening Pass –
Adult $ 5.00
Concession
– Daily $ 5.00
Concession
– Weekend $ 5.00
President Fastpitch Softball
League
The ‘Canberra Skins Tournament’ in one form or another has been running for 20 consecutive years.
Thanks to the Volunteers of Men’s Fastpitch Softball league, with the support from Softball Australia & Softball ACT this prestigious Tournament continues to bring together the Elite Softball players from all around Australia.
I wish all players vying for selection in the Australian Mens Team the best of luck. The skins not only feature our own local talent but some of the best softballers from around Australia. The skins will showcase some of the best softball in Australia.
It is also very pleasing to watch the progression of so many young players from the grass roots level of the sport participating in the ‘B’ Grade division of our Tournament.
I welcome many of the best interstate ‘Umpires’ coming to Canberra teamed up with our own ‘ACT Umpires’ which adds to the highest standards at this unique event.
I personally welcome all players, selectors, officials, volunteers and softball fans who have come to watch the only event of this kind in Australia which is a result of the dedication and pride of many.
This Tournament would not exist if was not for our Sponsors. They are noted throughout this Official Program. Please feel free to support those that support us.
Yours in Softball
Geoff Tutt
President Fastpitch Softball League
For Your Information
For the latest news on the Skins – check the FPSL
website
Softball ACT Presidents Welcome
On behalf of the Board of Softball ACT, I would like to extend a very warm welcome to all participants, players, officials and spectators, to the 2008 ActewAGL Canberra Skins. It is a pleasure to welcome you to Canberra and in particular to the Hawker International Softball Centre.
I hope that the tournament will be conducted in a competitive but friendly spirit and that at the end of the week you will have enjoyed our hospitality, your stay in Canberra and have many happy memories to take home.
The ActewAGL Canberra Skins not only features our own local talent but some of the best male softball players from around the country and overseas. A special welcome is extended to all players and officials vying for selection in the Australian Open Men’s Team. With positions in the Australian team up for grabs during the ActewAGL Canberra Skins there is no doubt we will be entertained by some high quality softball over the weekend.
A special thanks to Geoff Tutt, President of the Fastpitch Softball League ACT and Bob Harrow, Australian Open Men’s Coach for their efforts in organising this tournament.
A vote of thanks must also be made to the many volunteers who make this busy weekend happen and ensure the tournament is run smoothly. Without the help of our scorers, umpires, grounds people and volunteers we would not be able to host such events.
Good luck to all teams participating in the ActewAGL Canberra Skins as we look forward to seeing some great softball from some of the best softball players in the world.
Frank Curcio
President
Softball ACT
President Men’s League Geoff
Tutt
Tournament Chief Umpire Andrew Rindfleish
Registrar Men’s League Darren
Hebditch
Secretary Men’s League Bob
Harrow
Treasurer Men’s League Jill
Stevens
Head Statistician Brenda
Hebditch / Tracey Hebditch
Softball ACT Rep Jon
Wells
Tournament Convenor
Lawrence Berry
Tournament Umpires
Kevin Broomhall VIC Leigh Evans VIC
Warren Duff WA Greg Baker NSW
Damien McCauley SA Jason Carter VIC
Andrew Rindfleish NSW David
Casey QLD
Col Davis NSW
Tim Windsor ACT
Brett Atkinson ACT Mark Dehlsen ACT
Debbie Grove VIC Sarah Houston ACT
Tricia Sibraa QLD Kevin Tannerbring SA
Jesse Smith NSW
2008 Canberra Skins A Grade
Draw
NOTES:
1st
named Team is on 3rd base and will field first. If a team plays back
to back games on same diamond do not change dug-outs but home/visiting team
will be as per the draw.
Hurry
up rule will apply. If the batter is not in the batters
box within 1 minute, a strike will be called on the batter every 20 seconds. If
the defensive team (all 9 players) is not on the field ready to go within 1
minute, a ball shall be called on the batter every 20 seconds.
In
A Grade an OFFICIAL SCORER will be provided for all games. The score and
individual results as indicated by the Official Scorer will be final. The
OFFICIAL SCORER will also be responsible for STARTING and FINISHING TIMES.
FRIDAY
5th DECEMBER 2008
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TIME |
DIAMOND |
GAME |
WON BY |
SCORE |
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11.00am |
1 |
Northern Country v Upstarts |
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12.45pm |
1 |
Comets Vs Monarchs |
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2.30pm |
1 |
South Eastern Rangers Vs Combat Hitmen |
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2 |
The Leading Edge Gators Vs Northern Country |
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4.15pm |
1 |
Upstarts Vs Comets |
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2 |
Monarchs Vs Northern Country |
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6.00pm |
1 |
Combat Hitmen Vs Upstarts |
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8.15pm |
1 |
South Eastern Rangers Vs The Leading Edge Gators |
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SATURDAY
6th DECEMBER 2008
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TIME |
DIAMOND |
GAME |
WON BY |
SCORE |
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9.30am |
1 |
Monarchs Vs South Eastern Rangers |
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2 |
The Leading Edge Gators Vs Combat Hitmen |
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11.15am |
1 |
Upstarts Vs Monarchs |
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2 |
The Leading Edge Gators Vs Comets |
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1.00pm |
1 |
Northern Country Vs Combat Hitmen |
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2 |
Comets Vs South Eastern Rangers |
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2.45pm |
1 |
Upstarts Vs The Leading Edge Gators |
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4.30pm |
1 |
Comets Vs Northern Country |
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6.30pm |
1 |
Combat Hitmen Vs Monarchs |
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SUNDAY
7th DECEMBER 2008
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TIME |
DIAMOND |
GAME |
WON BY |
SCORE |
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9.30am |
1 |
South Eastern Rangers Vs Upstarts |
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2 |
Combat Hitmen Vs Comets |
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11.15am |
1 |
Northern Country Vs South Eastern Rangers |
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2 |
Monarchs Vs The Leading Edge Gators |
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2.00pm |
1 |
Final |
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Team 1 Vs Team 2 |
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A GRADE TEAMS
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COMETS (VIC) |
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COACH: Bryan Edwards |
Manager: Helen Edwards |
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PLAYERS: Kris
Kiefel David
Edwards Ricky
Wheeler Chris
Barker Lewis
Weldon Ben
Shay Paul
Maisey Daniel
Leopold Nathan
Gill Bryce
Pilcher |
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NORTHEN COUNTRY (NSW) |
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COACH: Kayleen Shailes |
Manager: Bev Hudson |
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PLAYERS: Jon
Hudson Michael
Munro Jarrod
Pickup Brendan
Shailes Nick Shailes Reece
Smith Graham
Snape Dave
Metakinge Luke
Van De Grandt Craig
Gibson |
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THE LEADING EDGE GATORS (ACT) |
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COACH: Laing Harrow Asst Coach: Darrin Hebditch/Phil Powell |
Manager: Mike Harrow |
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PLAYERS: Mike
Harrow Laing
Harrow Phil
Powell Tim
Crome Richard
Sullivan Matt
Stafford Adam
Folkard Jason
Tutt Andrew
Kefford Josh
Jones Terry
Downes Mick
Tanner Russell
Denkel Michael
Pohl Heath
Wells |
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UPSTARTS (ACT) |
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COACH: Lindsay Carroll |
Manager: Kate Dixon |
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PLAYERS: Jeff
Goolagong Andrew
Kirkpatrick Evan
Byrne Matt
Norton Nick
Norton Zenon
Winters Scott
Sunley Tom
Edwards Will
Ashley Lee
Williams Sean
Williams Scott
Watson |
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COMBAT HITMEN (VIC) |
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COACH: Frank Grego |
Manager: James Grego |
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PLAYERS: James
Grego Todd
Grego Jamie
Hurinui Gary
Hurinui Danny
Mullet Craig
Wallace Brandon
Chase Paul
Humphries Steve Anderson Guy Covacin Andy Blackshaw Ty Preist Chris Nash Ashton Edwards Brad Kruskie Rohan Mullins |
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SOUTH EASTERN RANGERS (VIC) |
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COACH: Corey Dimitrijevic Asst Coach: Bruce
Faulkner |
Manager: Chris Jones (Snr) |
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PLAYERS: Chris
Jones Brad
Jones Glen
Rigg Mark
Rigg Luke
Lee Tet Corey
Dimitrijevic Drew
Faulkner Chris
O’Shea Justin
Ross Corey
Jong Shane
Winstone |
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MONARCHS (WA) |
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COACH: Gary Butler |
Manager: Gary Butler |
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PLAYERS: Adam
Humble Nathan
Jones Mike
Gibson Aaron
Cockman Rahim Rohizat Neal
Delpero Andrew
Havercroft Mark
Harris Jay
Rakich Jason
Garner Jason
Nathan Hamish
Monkman |
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2008 Canberra Skins B Grade Draw
NOTES:
1st
named Team is on 3rd base and will field first. If a team plays back
to back games on same diamond do not change dug-outs but home/visiting team
will be as per the draw.
Hurry
up rule will apply. If the batter is not in the batters
box within 1 minute, a strike will be called on the batter every 20 seconds. If
the defensive team (all 9 players) is not on the field ready to go within 1
minute, a ball shall be called on the batter every 20 seconds.
FRIDAY
5th DECEMBER 2008
|
TIME |
DIAMOND |
GAME |
WON BY |
SCORE |
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12.45pm |
2 |
Raptors Vs ACT Giants |
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1.15pm |
3 |
Blue Sox Vs Mounties |
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3.00pm |
3 |
Mounties Vs ACT Giants |
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4.45pm |
3 |
Jet Construction Giants Vs Raptors |
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6.30pm |
2 |
Storm Vs Mounties |
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3 |
Raptors Vs South Coast Scorpions |
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8.15pm |
2 |
Storm Vs South Coast Scorpions |
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3 |
Blue Sox Vs Jet Construction Giants |
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SATURDAY 6th DECEMBER 2008
|
TIME |
DIAMOND |
GAME |
WON BY |
SCORE |
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9.00am |
3 |
ACT Giants Vs Jet Construction Giants |
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10.45am |
3 |
Blue Sox Vs Raptors |
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12.30pm |
3 |
Jet Construction Giants Vs Mounties |
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2.15pm |
3 |
South Coast Scorpions Vs Blue Sox |
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2.45pm |
2 |
Jet Construction Giants Vs Storm |
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4.30pm |
2 |
Mounties Vs Raptors |
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3 |
South Coast Scorpions Vs ACT Giants |
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6.15pm |
3 |
ACT Giants Vs Storm |
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8.00pm |
2 |
Mounties Vs South Coast Scorpions |
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3 |
Storm Vs Blue Sox |
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SUNDAY 7th DECEMBER 2008
|
TIME |
DIAMOND |
GAME |
WON BY |
SCORE |
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9.00am |
3 |
South Coast Scorpions Vs Jet Construction Giants |
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10.45am |
3 |
Raptors Vs Storm |
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12.30pm |
2 |
ACT Giants Vs Blue Sox |
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2.00pm |
2 |
FINALS |
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Team 1 Vs Team 2 |
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B GRADE TEAMS
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GIANTS (ACT) |
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COACH: Wayne Duroux |
Manager: Graeme Matthew |
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PLAYERS: Matt
Cuthbert Stephen
Dasilva-Wilson Brodie
Farrell Steven
Houghton Matt
Jones Andrew
Kefford Matt
Kreah Michael
Moore Matt
Riley Brendan
Robertson Michael
Smith Matt Svatos |
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Raptors (NSW) |
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COACH John Neilsen Asst Coach: Tony Jackson Asst Coach: Adam Rindfleish Asst Coach: Scott Rindfleish |
Manager: Karen Dinapoli Battery Coach: Chris
Brown |
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PLAYERS: Grant
Clark Jason
Cronan Leigh
Halpin Daniel
Johnson Kayne Kajan Taylor
Martin Christopher
McLure Tom
Noble Liam
O’Leary Alex
O’Daly Samuel
Passmore Michael
Reihana Jackson
Reynolds Mason
Rossi Jordan
Savage Patrick
Schipp |
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MOUNTIES (NSW) |
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COACH: Greg Green Asst Coach: Craig
Richardson |
Manager: Dennis Dyer |
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PLAYERS: Dale
Teasale Ben
Kelly Joel
Toogood Steve
Popko Sam
Like Sam
Brown James
Wilson Steve
Evic Aaron
Chapman Flint Adam
Phompson Ben
Green Mitch
Brownlow Steve
Baker Matthew
McGrath |
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SOUTH COAST SCORPIANS (NSW) |
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COACH: Mark Irvin |
Manager: Steve Canby |
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PLAYERS: Mark
Irvin Clinton
Towill John
Stannard Alan
Tutt Izzy
Mendoza Peter
Chamberlain Brad
Cotton Brandon
Hardwicke Stephen
Gallagher Angus
Johnston Graham
Coyle |
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STORM (ACT) |
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COACH: Simon Visser |
Manager: Simon Visser |
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PLAYERS: Simon
Visser James
Brandon Richard
Hart Wayne
Hannock Johnathon
Watt Adam
Dixon Chris
Karchinsky Travis
Duroux Nick
Titcume Joshua
Campbell Kerry
Newsome Ryan
Farrell Grant
Dimitrijevic Michael
Firman |
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JET CONSTRUCTION GIANTS (VIC) |
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COACH: Willy Tangarao |
Manager: Kerryn Bell |
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PLAYERS: Anthony
Batrich Kieran
Batty Richard
Byrnes Joel
Goodall Shane
Goodall Ryan
Harrison Joshua
Hardwood Callum
Holmes Daniel
Ingram Nathan
Mackey Corey
O’Shea Corrie
Robinson Matt
Taylor Sam
Trevetham |
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