Only 50 days ... July 12 - 22, 2013

Scotiabank Canadian Open Fastpitch Looking For Volunteers!


The Scotiabank Canadian Open Fastpitch International Championship, one of the top three Fastpitch tournaments in the world, is looking for committed volunteers to help support this exciting community event. From June 30 – July 9, 2012 over 80 teams from around the world will compete in Surrey at Softball City, Cloverdale Athletic Park, and Sunnyside Park providing a unique opportunity to volunteer with a high-profile sporting event within the community.


“Last year’s tournament would have been impossible without the 400 plus dedicated volunteers who helped make the event a success,” says Greg Timm, Chairman, Canadian Open Fastpitch Society. “Volunteering at the tournament is a perfect opportunity for teens looking to log community service hours, retirees or the family who likes to get involved.”

Volunteers of any age or background can take part in this event in areas such as: scorekeeping, security & parking, transportation, tickets & gates, field crew, and more!


Any youth born between 1998 and 2001 who is a member of Softball BC will have the opportunity to volunteer as an official Scotiabank Canadian Open Fastpitch Batgirl and work closely with an elite fastpitch team throughout the tournament.


More details will be available at the next Volunteer Information meeting on Tuesday, May 1 at 7 pm at the Sandman Signature Hotel in Langley at 8828 201 Street. Interested volunteers can also complete a volunteer application form located online at http://canadianopenfastpitch.com/volunteers/new.

Each volunteer must commit to working a minimum of 20 hours during the event. In exchange for their time, each volunteer will receive free admission to all playing venues, one complimentary item of event apparel, and one complimentary meal per volunteer shift worked!


Please contact the Scotiabank Canadian Open Fastpitch Office by phone at 604-536-9287 or by e-mail at info@canadianopenfastpitch.com for more details!

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The girls watched some exciting international ball and also competed against some great teams from all over Canada and the U.S. The girls have experienced some memories they will never forget. On behalf of the girls, their parents and our coaching staff, we would like to thank the entire organizing committee and volunteers for a fantastic and memorable event!
Coach, Chinguacousy Cougars 18U
My athletes also went back and watched a lot of the international games and just hung out at the park. I can’t think of a better place for the young athletes to hang out but at the Ball Park!! Thank you so much for providing our team with this experience! See you next year!!! Thank you Greg and volunteers!!
Coach, Fleetwood Force 96
Thank you for the opportunity to participate in your event; it was a tremendous experience for all our girls and their families. Your event was the finest and most well organized tournament we’ve had the privilege to attend in all of the Pacific Northwest. Again, thank you for the opportunity to participate in your outstanding tournament!
Coach, Calgary Rockies
I want to thank you for the efficiency and professionalism shown by all people making your event successful. From the parking lot people to the info desk to the accreditation booth, and then the experience for our daughter to see the international players close up was really amazing. Thank you again for your commitment in promoting the Canadian softball culture.
Coach
I just wanted to congratulate the organizing committee on a fantastic tournament once again. This is our second year in a row participating in the event and we hope to be back again next year. The competition is excellent. The facilities are fantastic. We had great umpiring all week and it is by far the best organized tournament we have ever participated in. Thank you.
Coach, Chinguacousy Cougars 18U
At the coaches meeting you stated that all teams would be treated the same and your word was held by all. My athletes were treated with the utmost respect and loved every minute of this tournament. They rubbed elbows with Team Canada, USA, Australia, etc. and those athletes took pictures, high fived and just made it a wonderful experience for my girls. Thank you!
Coach, Fleetwood Force 96
As always the event was fantastic. Congratulations to the Organizing Committee. I also want to advise how much the Showcase 16U means to the players. It was amazing how many parents (from all teams) said how excited their daughters were to participate as players in the event having spent so many years as spectators, volunteers, or bat girls. Thanks again!
Coach
I attended your tournament with my daughter and her team, and I just wanted to let you know that this was one of the best experiences she has had playing softball . What a great tournament! It was so exciting seeing the other countries play, as well as playing against them!! Wow!! This is about as close to the Olympics as we'll get! Thanks!!
Parent, Schutt Hurricanes
Our team and I would like to thank you for the week in Surrey, our players and fans alike enjoyed themselves. We found the teams and towns people very friendly and accommodating. We leave your town very proud of the effort from our players and good memories of the tournament.
Coach, Georgia Challengers
I just wanted to say thank you for the hospitality you and your staff showed to me and my assistant coach from Whitworth College in Spokane! Your staff was friendly and respectful. Also, your recruiting booklet was absolutely wonderful for us! This was my first time at your event and I believe it won't be the last.
Recruiting Coach, Whitworth College, Spokane
We would like to thank the organizing committee for putting on THE GREATEST MIDGET GIRLS FASTPITCH TOURNAMENT IN THE WORLD. It has been our honor to compete in this tournament! It is awesome and has raised the quality of competition for our players in this country. Thank you very much for allowing the ICE to be part of this event, and we look forward to next year.
Manager, Manitoba ICE Softball
We sincerely appreciated the opportunity to participate in your event. What a fantastic experience for our team. You and your workers do a great job, a great job indeed. The organization of everything about the tournament is terrific. You go above and byond the call of duty. We want you to know we recognize that and we appreciate it very much.
Coach, Bloomington Lady Hearts
As many other volunteers, I had a great good time at the Fastpitch tournament while helping it be the success it was. Thank you all in all for the opportunity to help and I have fun doing it!
Volunteer
It was my pleasure to assist in a small way with the tournament again this year. Congratulations to you and your team for conducting a great tournament!
Volunteer
I wish to thank everyone again, for the tremendous support before and during this year’s event. You are all truly professional and I am honoured to have the opportunity to work with all of you.
Volunteer
My wife and I were able to attend the last few days of the event. We were very impressed by the way that the tournament was run and the courteousness of the staff and the volunteers. Our experience was a very positive one. We hope to be able to attend the event for many years to come. Thank you for all of your hard work.
Spectator
Just wanted to thank you for another great experience; the kids and parents loved it as I knew they would. Hopefully we can bring another team back next year!
Coach, St. Louis Extreme Elite