July, 2011: 42 sold = $1,050
Berlin Bobcat Softball Program
The mission of
the Berlin Bobcats is to develop young female softball players from the
greater Berlin Area. Started more than a decade ago, the organization
is made up of local volunteers and is a non-profit; totally self-funded
organization. Over the years, the Bobcats have seen action in both ASA
and the Babe Ruth Softball. To cover expenses, the Bobcats depend on
user fees and fund raising efforts.
Currently
there are four age groups within the organization. The brackets within
these age groups are: 10 & under, 12 & under, 14 & under,
and 16 & under. Normally each team is made up of 12 to 16 girls. In a
typical season, the teams will play between 15 and 25 games. Each team
also usually competes in two tournaments during the spring and summer.
As the girls
progress through the Bobcats organization, the life lessons that they
learn along the way extend way beyond the foul lines and the fences.