7/28/10
Let's try it again!
All indications are that it looks like Saylorville is truly decreasing in lake level so we are going to unload the trailer, bring down everything from upstairs in the concession stand, and also from the rafters of the garages.
If you can come out this Sunday August 1 at 1:00PM it would be great!
We have been touch with Polk County and provided them an assessment of our condition which all in all is actually very good!
We took up the new tile from the floor of the concession stand that we installed in 2008 but felt if we didn't it would cause us problems down the road.  The other main area of loss is the grass in the parking lot and the area north of the fields.  The outfields on five of six fields is rebounding nicely and we will need to over seed in the fall with one outfield needing more of a reseeding but will be playable for the upcoming fall ball season.
The County is coming through with our request for some sand to handle some areas of the parking lot and later gravel for the roads and other areas as needed.

Closing ceremonies are on for tomorrow evening at 6:30PM

CANCELLED
In light of the current weather pattern we are going to hold off on unloading the trailer until we have a good read on how the Corp is going to manage Saylorville Lake and the out flow into Des Moines.  We are still very much at risk with low level flooding that it makes sense to wait to put things back together.

7/22/10
Thank you to those that know I messed up on the date to come out to the park and help us unload the trailer.  
IT IS SUNDAY JULY 25!
Ask any Board Member at the last meeting and I couldn't get the date right while we were discussing it!
Anyway those that have time please come on out on Sunday July 25 at 1PM and give us a hand.
North Des Moines will not be stopped by a flood, we are getting way too much experience in how to rebuild!

7/15/10
We have set Thursday night July 29 at 6:30PM for closing ceremonies.  We would ask for any and all that can come out to the park on July 24 and help us unload the trailer and put things away.

7/7/10
The water has receded and the power is back on at the park and we look to the rebuilding project that is ahead.  For now we are taking it slowly and assessing the things that need done and the order to do them in.  When we need more volunteers to help unload and put things back together we will put out the request for help!  We appear to be very fortunate with all of the earlier efforts spent in getting everything safe that it will be more labor than materials this time!!!
Thanks again for all that have helped out.

7/3/10
Well here we are going through a flood all over again.
These pictures were taken Thursday evening.  Friday morning the level of water flowing through the complex was a bit higher (it had reached the shoes of the player figure on the north side of the garage).  For the time being closing ceremonies are on hold pending how soon we can get back in.  I want to thank EVERYONE that took the time to come out to the park on Wednesday and help take everything out of the concession stand and the garages and pack it in a 50' trailer.  It is being stored on high ground.
When we are ready to unload the trailer I'm hopeful we can get the same help.
Thank you so much for caring about the program to be there when you were needed the most.

6/27/10
I don't want to alarm or mislead anyone but we are making every preparation to get anything not nailed down out of the ball park on Wednesday June 30.  The latest forecast from the Army Corp of Engineers looks to have the crest to be ABOVE 890 feet at the emergency spillway at Saylorville Lake.  884 feet is the level that the lake can manage at the spillway but they can raise the baffles and gain another 6 feet to control the flow before it goes over the emergency spillway.  However, once the lake level reaches 890 they have to drop the emergency baffles and let that 6 feet of water out to come downstream.
We are going to have the last few games that need to be made up on Monday and Tuesday and then use Wednesday to load everything up and get things to a safe place.
Please contact me on my cell 480-0157 on Wednesday if you can come out and help.
The silver lining in this dark cloud is the weather forecast for the coming week is supposed to be beautiful!

6/18/10

Added the rescheduled games from the rain outs to the Master Schedule on the calendar page.

6/13/10
Updated the tournament page with the schedule for the upcoming 10U Flower Power Classic June 19 - 20.

6/6/10
We are very disappointed but we have to cancel the 14 & Under Flower Power Classic Tournament!  There appear to be many other conflicts with High School competition as well as other events causing a problem with participation in this annual event.  Those that have paid will get their entry fee back.  We will take the opportunity to review the date this event is held and look to schedule it on a better weekend, most likely earlier in the season.

6/6/10
Bam Bam update!!!
Since we got rained out yesterday we are rescheduling the games for next Saturday 6/12/10 at 11AM

5/2/10
People really do pay attention to details!
The Bam Bam schedule is corrected to show the game on 6/5 is really on Saturday like a normal calendar says and not Monday like I tried to say.
The awards for the Bam Bammer's is right after the games on Monday 6/14/10.

4/12/10
Added the concession stand schedule to the calendar page

4/5/10
Posted the remainder of the division game schedules on the Calendar page as well as some updates to the Tournament Page with more teams coming to the tournaments!

3/21/10
Posted the Intermediate teams schedule on the calendar page.
We will be playing some inter-league games with Beaverdale Softball.
Calendar Page

3/18/10 Update 3/21/10
It looks like Saylorville Reservoir is going to crest below the emergency spillway which is excellent news for us!
The fact that we have had the best combination of weather conditions is the biggest reason..  Our plans continue to be on stand-by and will be called into action if conditions warrant.  Plans are now shifting gears towards getting the complex in ready shape for an exciting 2010 softball season, complete with a High School tournament as well as our other traditional tournaments.  We look forward to meeting all the new visitors to the park as well as welcoming back those that have visited us in the past!!

 
North Des Moines is making all necessary preparations for the potential of flooding our complex should the 
emergency spillway be breached.  
We will put out the call to action if or when the need arises.  
Stay vigilant - stay prepared

3-11-10
Big update announced today.

The 14U Flower Power Classic is now an USSSA sanctioned tournament.  For more information go to our Tournament page or the USSSA website.

We are getting excited about the upcoming season and are very optimistic about the weather conditions in Central Iowa.
There seems to be a broader sense of involvement this time around and many, many people are at the ready in case the weather turns bad.
Be vigilant Be prepared

Now that the try-outs are over and the snow is finally disappearing it is beginning to look a lot like SPRING!!  Keep the faith.
There are some openings on some teams so no it isn't too late to sign up just yet.

2/22/10
Try-outs are this coming Saturday February 27 at Highland Park Presbyterian Church 321 Euclid, upstairs in the Gym.
Juniors (11 - 12 year olds) sign in at 8:30AM with try-outs starting at 9AM
Intermediates (13 - 18) sign in at 10:30AM with try-outs starting at 11AM
Players need to bring their ball glove and have tennis shoes.
See you then!

Update  1/23/10
You asked us to bring back the apparel so 
here is a 2010 apparel form available here 
or on the apparel page.
We will be submitting the order for apparel right after try-outs this week end so if you want any apparel get the form printed and bring it to try-outs this Saturday!

Updated 2/10/10
12/22/09

Softball sign ups were held at Park Fair Mall near Fareway on Saturday January 30 and Saturday February 6 from 10aM to 4PM each day.
It isn't too late to sign up just open the registration form , fill it out, print it then open the emergency form, fill it out, print it and determine the division your daughter (or son if he is 3-4 and wants to play Bam Bam ball) is in to determine the Registration Fees.
Then make the check payable to
North Des Moines Girls Softball or NDMGS
Mail to 3109 Vine St, W. Des Moines, IA 50265
If you have any questions send a note to the Chief Player Agent or
leave a message on voicemail at 515 280-8620 and we will get back to you as quick as we can.

We look forward to an exciting new season.

Now you can click on our registration form and emergency form and fill them out, save them to your computer and then print them.
Isn't technology great!
2010 NDMGS Registration Form
2010 NDMGS Emergency Form

Here are the registration fees for 2010

The buy-out plan is a way for players and families to “buy-out” of the fundraising program.  The fundraiser is a revenue source for our program that helps keep our registration fees as low as possible.  Participation in the buy-out is $25 which is what we earn for each box of candy bars sold.  So this is a way for you to help the park and not worry about having to sell the candy bars.  A win-win.

*must be five (5) by April 1^st

^{BAM BAM BALL}

Here are the registration fees for 2010
Bam Bam Registration Form

12/22/09

Nancy says it is time to get the entry forms for the 2010 tournaments on the web site, so here they are.

New for 2010!
We have teamed up with USSSA and will be hosting the 1st Annual NDM Spring Blast Conference USSSA Event April 23 - 25.
This will be a 6 Game Guarantee tournament with 4 pool games into single elimination bracket play with consolation placement game.
Registration with USSSA required for this event.
More information available at the USSSA web site
www.usssa.com
2010 18U Spring Blast Entry Form (word doc)
2010 18U Spring Blast Entry Form (PDF)

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2010 12 & Under Memorial Day Match Up
May 28 - 30, 2010
12U Memorial Day Match Up Entry Form (word doc)
12U Memorial Day Match Up Entry Form (PDF)

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14 & Under Flower Power Tournament
June 11 - 13, 2010
14U Flower Power Entry Form (word doc)
14U Flower Power Entry Form (PDF)

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10 & Under Flower Power Tournament
June 19 - 20, 2010
10U Flower Power Entry Form (word doc)
10U Flower Power Entry Form (PDF)

1/05/09
It is extremely nice to hear from a player that has played at our complex since she was very young and to have her send a note about her experiences at North Des Moines.  It made me feel like we are doing things right and with her permission I wanted to post it here.
A note from Betsy

2/19/06
Don't forget players and parents, North Des Moines Girls Softball requires the batting helmets to have facemasks as well as chin straps.  There a number of choices so if you are adding a facemask to your helmet you will want to take it to the store with you to make sure you get one that fits properly.  Players will not be able to play if they don't have one.  Rules are rules.

Mid Iowa Girls Softball

As one of the Host Leagues, NDMGS provides our six fields and opens the concession stand for the teams that are formed from across the metro and Central Iowa and some a bit further to have a quality complex to play some softball and be able to get a snack.  Thanks for participating in our program.  
Mid Iowa Girls Softball was formed seven years ago and has continued a tradition of providing an opportunity for teams interested in some softball in the fall!  A loose confederation of seven host leagues, NDMGS, South Des Moines Girls Softball, Raccoon Valley Girls Softball, West Des Moines Girls Softball, Urbandale Girls Recreation Association, Indianola Girls Softball and Ankeny Girls Softball work to provide a schedule of games for those interested in more softball!  A big thank you goes out to each league for the efforts they go through getting their complexes ready each and every playing date.
Each Host League goes about forming teams that are made up of players from their Spring programs a little bit different as there are no set guidelines that M.I.G.S. has regarding this as the entry into Fall Ball is by Team entry.
North Des Moines Girls Softball does not go through a formal registration and sign up process rather, individuals make a decision to coach a team and go about finding players from the program to play on their team themselves.

  See the MIGSoftball.org site for the Fall Ball entry forms and information concerning the 2010 fall season.

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