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SYA Xplosion Travel Softball

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Program Overview

Welcome to SYA Xplosion Fastpitch: advanced softball training that prepares athletes for high school and college recruitment. We emphasize quality over quantity and skills over stats – we measure success by our athletes’ evolution – not merely wins.

Our Coaches are NFCA members and USA Softball ACE Certified Instructors who’ve all undergone national background checks. Fairfax County varsity coaches lead our high school teams while experienced softball parents coach middle school.

Our year-round program features local USSSA, USA Softball, and NSA tournaments in the Spring and Fall with two weekly practices and strength and agility training. Off-season training means top-tier professional instruction for pitching, batting, and fielding.

When does the season start?

August. The program operates year-round, with tournaments in the Spring and Fall, and winter training.

When does the season end?

June before school ends.

When do practices start?

August.

How many times per week are practices?

Typically 1-2 times per week during the season.

When do games start?

September with games and tournaments are scheduled throughout the Fall, Spring and seasons.

Where will the games be?

Games are mostly local, with competitions in USSSA, USA Softball, and NSA tournaments.

Are there tryouts/evaluations? When?

Yes, regular tryouts and private evaluations are held. Tryouts are announced seasonally.

Will all participants make the team?

No, Xplosion is a selective program for committed athletes.

Is there a picture day?

No.

What are the registration dates for all SYA sports?

SeasonRegistration opens with $15 discountRegular Registration FeeRegistration Late Fee $25Registration Wait ListSeason Registration Closes
FALLMayJuneJulyAugust 1-14August 15
WINTERSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember 1-14December 15
SPRINGDecemberJanuaryFebruaryMarch 1-14March 15
SUMMERMarchAprilMayJune 1-14June 15

Schedule/Calendar

Outdoor Practices:

  • Colin Powell ES
  • Patriot Park 
  • Westfield HS  
  • Centreville HS

When do I get my child’s schedule?

Approximately two weeks before the start of the season.


Age Limits & Groupings

Xplosion operates teams for 10U, 12U, 14U, and 18U age groups


Fees

Families will receive a $15 multi-child discount.

League Early Bird Regular Registration  Late Fee (One month after registration opens)
Travel Softball N/A (Sport Not in Season) $400-800 $25

Acceptable Payments Options

The system accepts Visa or MasterCard & online checks (your registration is not FINAL until your check payment is received). You may pay your registration fees, summer skills camp fees, and make donations during online registration. You may register multiple players online as well and receive a multiple player discount.



Scholarship/Financial Aid Info

SYA offers scholarships to all SYA participants of all recreational sports who qualify under the Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services program. To learn more about SYA scholarships click the button below.


Equipment Requirement

  • Softball glove
  • Softball cleats (non-metal)
  • Softball bat (must comply with USSSA, USA Softball, or NSA regulations)
  • Batting helmet (should meet league standards and may include face guards and chin straps)
  • Softball pants
  • Catcher’s gear (if the player is a catcher)
  • Water bottle

Are there equipment rentals?

No.

Where do I get equipment?

SYA recommends Dick’s Sporting Goods or Amazon.

Are uniforms/jerseys provided?

Jerseys are provided.


Contact/Communications

Position Name Email
Commissioner Bob Woodruff [email protected]

For other questions: [email protected]


Board PositionBoard Member
PresidentBob Woodruff
TreasurerLaurie Digges
SecretaryJessica Butler
RegistrarBob Woodruff
VP BaseballColleen Stegner
Player Agent – BaseballLarry Hopkins
Asst PA – Baseball & Director Rookie
Director Coach PitchMelissa Clegg
Director TeeBallRobin Bell
Vice President – Softball
Player Agent – SoftballSusan Jones
VP OutreachAlex Aliaskari
Chief Umpire
Schedule Coordinator – BaseballTodd Ruckert
Schedule Coordinator – SoftballSusan Jones
Safety OfficerMike Lee
Co-QuartermasterChad Gilman
QuartermasterJon Comottor
Information OfficerBill Bender
Travel Liaison – Mets & XplosionJonas Guarino
Field ChiefTristan Jonsson
Coach CoordinatorRoss Crigler
Concession DirectorPam Woodfield
Volunteer Coordinator & Special EventsAmanda Wright


Weather Policy

During inclement weather and winter, we practice indoors at local baseball/softball facilities.

Please check on field status if it has rained in the last 48 hours.

Decisions on field status are generally made by 3:30pm each day Monday-Friday and by 7am on Saturday and Sunday.


Field/Gym Status info can be obtained by:

  • Contacting your coach first and foremost
    [Coaches, check your email the night before game days, to determine whether the school fields and gyms have been closed because of inclement weather, etc. and to alert the members of your team.]
  • FCPS emergency website (for school fields/gyms)
  • Fairfax County Park Authority field status (for county fields only) or via phone: 703-324-5264
  • Contacting your Sports Commissioner


Consider signing up for Fairfax Alerts!
This Fairfax County free public service will alert coaches and parents to school closings due to weather or other emergency situations via e-mail or cell phone.


Rules and Policies

Refund Policy

  • Recreational Season/Camp/Clinic Refunds: Requests for refunds must be made in writing and received prior to the roster distribution meeting (coaches meeting) or the first regularly scheduled game that the registrant’s team plays, whichever occurs first. The registration fee will be refunded minus $35 administrative fees prior to that date. No fees will be returned after that time.

Attendance Policy:

[Info needed]


SYA Xplosion Softball Volunteer

Volunteers

SYA encourages parents and high school players to volunteer as referees or team staff.

Become a Volunteer


Sponsors

Community and business sponsors help support field maintenance, equipment upgrades, and overall league operations

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FAQs

When do schedules come out?

Approximately two weeks before the start of the season.

Where are the games/practices held?

Fairfax County issues permits to SYA to use facilities in the Centreville/Clifton area. Typically a team will practice at the same facility each week with varying locations for weekend games.

When do I get notified about my child’s coach/practices/games?

Notification of schedules/locations/times will be sent out 1-2 weeks prior to the start of the season (as determined by when we receive permits).

How will I be notified?

Mobile app, email, etc.

What scholarship/financial aid information is available?

SYA offers scholarships to all SYA participants of all recreational sports who qualify under the Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services program. To learn more about SYA scholarships, click here.

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