Old News
Is old news, technically, news? Good question. Regardless, here you can find old news items removed from the Home page (most recent first).
2008-04-22
Outdoor Softball At Last!
Are you as excited as I am about the first outdoor softball at Preston Park of 2008?
Well kids, get yourselves a good night's sleep and see you at Preston Park, next to the speed camera, tomorrow Wednesday at 18:00. We'll play till the light dies and then head off to the pub!
We've got a tournament this very weekend, so if you're playing in that we need to make sure you're ready for it.
And if it's your first go at softball, welcome! See you there!
2008-04-19
Last Indoor IS Happening
Looking at the weather in Brighton today and the forecast for tomorrow, we have decided to head off to Henfield for a last burst of indoor softball.
So get over there for 1pm and make the most of it! If you need a lift, talk to Sarah.
And remember, this Wednesday 23rd is the first outoor session! 6pm start at Preston Park next to the speed camera. Sun, softball and pub afterwards!
2008-04-15
Indoor Is Coming To An End
I think the Beachcombers are ready for some outdoor softball!
At the indoor last Sunday we ended up out in a muddy field hitting balls into the bushes (maybe it had to do with the fact that there was a power cut in the indoor hall...).
The last indoor practice is scheduled for this coming Sunday, April 20th 13:00-16:00 at the Henfield Leisure Centre.
However: we've decided that if the weather is looking good for that day, we'll be playing outdoor in Brighton (probably Preston Park) instead.
So, if you fancy playing softball this Sunday, get in touch with Sarah on Saturday to check where we'll be!
(PS: weather forecast as of today is light rain.)
2008-04-11
Indoor Softball This Sunday, April 13th!
Indoor Practice - Sunday April 13th 12:00-15:00 Henfield Leisure Centre.
There are only a couple of indoor sessions left before the summer season starts, so get in there while it lasts!
If it's your first time or you need a ride just contact us and we'll sort you out.
See you there!
2008-03-25
Watch Out, We Know How To Score!
The scoring clinic on Tuesday was a great success, with 6 Beachcombers working hard to improve their scorebook skills.
The pizzas, wedges and beer certainly helped!
Of course there has to be a competitive element, so we split into two teams and set a challenge. And the winners were...
Amy, Sam and Warren.
And where there are winners, there have to be losers...
Becky, Phil and Sarah: better luck next time.
If you missed the clinic, we should be having a refresher at some point this season. And now you know the 6 people you can ask if you have any questions!
2008-03-19
Scoring Clinic Coming Up!
Hi guys and girls, we now have a definite date for our first Scoring Clinic of 2008:
Tuesday, March 25th starting at 7pm
So what is it?
It's an evening for us to get together at Martin and Sarah's house, eat some pizza, drink some beer (or whatever you fancy) and learn how to score a game of softball.
Why would I want to do that?
Well, learning how to score teaches you the rules of the game, and that's got to be a good thing! Also, if you've ever played a game with us you'll know that at some point someone is going to throw a score book in your lap and expect you to keep score while they go and hit the ball into the clubhouse. And some people even find a perverse satisfaction in the power and responsibility that the game scorer enjoys!
So what will I learn?
We'll start from the very basics, so we can get to the point where everyone can keep track of what's going on in a game, and then we'll go into the more obscure details of scoring, all the way to using the score book as a tool to win games! (I mean by identifying weak spots and making tactical decisions: I'm not going to teach you to fiddle the book).
The aim of the evening is to make sure we develop a consistent style of scoring for the mighty Beachcombers.
How can I get involved?
Let Martin know if you'd like to come, and we'll sort everything else out!
Anything else I should know?
Well, there will be audiovisual aids, props and prizes! Don't miss out!
2008-03-16
Scoring Clinic Rescheduled
Just a quick note: the Scoring Clinic originally planned for Tuesday March 18th has been moved to Wednesday March 26th, so put that in your diaries and let Martin know if you'd like to come.
2008-03-16
Welcome Sport Reliefers!
Our girls Sarah, Wendy, Becky and Emma did a great despite the bad weather to promote softball and the Beachcombers on Brighton seafront today. Well done!
As a result, hopefully there will be a few new faces reading this. If you are new to the site, welcome!
Have a look around the site, ignore the missing bits, and get ready to play some ball!
The next indoor session in Henfield is on Sunday April 13th (a bit of a wait, sorry). In the meantime, you can have a look at our indoor rules guide to get ready.
Do let us know you're coming and we'll sort out lifts etc nearer the time.
2008-03-15
Something Different This Sunday
Those of you who have checked the Calendar will be aware that indoor this Sunday (March 16th) has been CANCELLED. So don't turn up at Henfield because there'll be no one there!
This is because instead, we are going to be manning a stall at the Sport Relief event taking place on Madeira Drive on Brighton Seafront.
If you are thinking of trying softball out, come down and visit us and find out what it is we do. See you there!
2008-03-02
An Act Of Kindness
Not only did 3 of the Beachcombers run the Brighton Sussex Beacon Half Marathon a couple of weeks ago, but one of them was just using it as a warmup for the London Marathon!
Emma McGrath, our Welsh rookie of 2007, will be running the full 26 miles in 6 weeks' time. She ate up the Sussex Beacon in 1h51', so we have no doubt that she'll be teaching the streets of London a lesson.
And she's not just doing it to increase her speed round the bases, it's all for a good cause:
All money raised will go to Link Community Development, the charity that supported my work at a rural school in South Africa in 2006. The school had very little, with many 'classrooms' lacking roofs or furniture. Please, please, please sponsor me.
It's really easy - you can donate online by credit or debit card at the following address:
So come on Beachcombers, let's give our girl some support on this one.
If we donate enough cash, maybe she'll crab-walk across the finish line for us!
2008-02-27
Beachcombers Join Sport Relief 2008!
The UK’s gone sports mad for this Olympic year, and as part of the build up to London 2012 you can expect to see sports feature high on the agenda…which is good news for the Beachcombers.
For starters, we're going take part in the Sport Relief event weekend, from Friday 14th to Sunday 16th March.
On Sunday 16th March we will be promoting softball on Madeira Drive: if you are thinking of trying softball out, come down and visit us and find out what it is we do. See you there!
And if you're an existing Beachcomber, we want you to get involved by running in the Sport Relief Mile run on the same day! Please email Sarah to say you can take part.
2008-01-29
Beachcombers get sponsored!
It’s official – we've been given a generous £400.00 by Cactus Worldwide Ltd, a local language training company that is a world leader in all things language.
This money will be carefully spent on new kit, and generally to make your softball life better.
Treasurer John receiving the cheque from Cactus representative Sarah.
A representative of Cactus had the following kind words to say.
With an office full of sporty men and women, Cactus Worldwide Limited jumped at the chance to support local softball team the Brighton Beachcombers.
With the European Championships being held in Southampton this June, 2008 this is the year of softball for the UK.
Cactus wishes the Brighton Beachcombers and the GB softball team the very best of luck over the coming season!
2008-01-29
Thinking of buying a new bat this year?
Make sure you check the 2008 banned bats list before you part with your hard-earned cash.
Click here to view the list, courtesy of BSUK (that's Baseball Softball UK to you).
If you are planning to buy a bat, make sure you talk to our beloved Head Coach Martin first: you don't want to end up with an expensive burglar deterrent!
2008-02-28
Indoor Softball This Sunday, March 2nd!
Indoor Practice - Sunday March 2nd 12:00-15:00 Henfield Leisure Centre.
Like last time, we're starting at 12:00.
If it's your first time or you need a ride just contact us and we'll sort you out.
If you can't make it this time, why not check the Calendar for the rest of the dates?
There are no half-marathons this weekend, so no excuses, peeps!
2008-02-16
Admin Boring Stuff Ahead
Hello Beachcombers, you'll remember we held an AGM on January 22nd to steer our club towards a successful 2008.
If you fancy knowing what we talked about and decided, it's all here in black and white.
2008-02-15
Indoor Softball This Sunday, 17th! Come out (in?)!
Indoor Practice - Sunday 17th February 12:00-15:00 Henfield Leisure Centre.
Like last time, we're starting at 12:00.
If you need a ride please contact us and we'll sort you out.
If you can't make it this time, why not check the Calendar for the rest of the dates?
Oh and "I'm running a half-marathon that morning" is NO EXCUSE. I'm looking at you, Becky and Phil. (Best of luck, by the way.)
2008-01-29
Indoor This Weekend! Get In!
Indoor Practice - Sunday 3rd February 12:00-15:00 Henfield Leisure Centre.
Note the change from the normal time: Emma, if you're reading this, IT'S AT 12.
If you need a ride please contact us.
If you can't make it this time, why not check the Calendar for the rest of the dates?
2008-01-22
AGM In Progress
Just to highlight how up-to-date this website is, I'm posting this from our AGM!
For your information, it's going great and we have some fantastic plans brewing for 2008.
And the curry was nice.
2008-01-17
Indoor This Sunday
Are you ready for the first indoor of 2008?
We're playing at the Henfield Leisure Centre as usual, from 1pm until 4pm.
Let us know if you're coming and/or need a lift!
If you can't make it this time, why not check the Calendar for the rest of the dates.
2008-01-06
Beachcombers Come Oh So Close In Portsmouth
Ah, the first tournament of 2008, and also the only indoor tournament on our calendar.
8 slightly lethargic Beachcombers drove over to the Mountbatten Centre in Portsmouth to compete in the Tom Prince Indoor Softball Tournament, in aid of the Tom Prince Cancer Trust.
Find out how it went in the Results page.
2008-01-01
Annual General Meeting Announcement
Dear Beachcombers, it is once again time for our AGM, where our members are welcome to express their views about the direction the club will take in 2008.
We have picked the date for this AGM:
Tuesday January 22nd
We haven't set a time or a place as these will depend on the expected attendance. Let Sarah know if you would like to come!
If you are a member of the current Beachcombers committee, you are expected to attend.
If you are a member of the club you are welcome to join us as is your right, but it really isn't that exciting. If there is a specific issue you'd like to raise, we recommend that you contact your favourite committee member and they will raise it on your behalf at the AGM.
2007-11-23
Time For Our Christmas Meal!
Enough about softball, what about food? 2007 has been a great season for our club, so let's get together and give ourselves a collective pat on the back with some food and drink.
Get your calendars out, we have picked the date for the Brighton Beachcombers Christmas 2007 Meal:
December 11th, at 19:00 at the Thai Pavilion.
Let Sarah know to make sure you get a chair. And let us know if you want to meet for drinks beforehand.
Everyone's welcome, whether you are a regular, an occasional player, a newbie, or even someone who's never played but is planning to! And of course, bring a partner.
2007-11-11
The Indoor Calendar 2007-2008 Is Ready
Were you wondering about indoor dates?
Well, we've just finished updating the Calendar page with all the indoor dates from now until April. Go and check it out!
It consists of 3-hour indoor sessions (roughly) every couple of weeks, and one tournament in Portsmouth in January so far.
We'll be adding social events as they are organised, such as the AGM and Xmas meal.
If there any changes to the Calendar we'll post announcements on the front page.
2007-11-10
The Indoor Season Is ON!
The indoor season started last Sunday with a great turnout: 18 players!
Beachcomber veterans came out of the woodwork to join the regulars for some indoor fun. If you're wondering what indoor is like, come out and try it!
The next indoor session is on Sunday 18th at 2pm. Let Sam know if you're coming, and let us know if you need a lift.
See you all there!
2007-11-01
Not Long To Go Till Indoor!
Fancy a fun way to feel fit in the frosty fall?
Indoor softball starts this Sunday, 1pm till 4pm at the Henfield Leisure Centre.
Want to come? Let Sam know! Need a lift? Let Sam know!
See you all there!
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