MSA FAQ

Q:  Is my child guaranteed a spot on a team if he/she is signed up by the registration deadline?

A:  Yes.  The only exception is if we don't have enough players to make up one team for a specific division.  However, we will do everything we can to get them on a team; it just might not be entirely made up of Monroe kids.

Q:  We do not live in Monroe city limits, nor does my child attend Monroe Schools.  Can my child still sign up?

A:  For Softball, T-Ball, & Select - Yes.  MSA fastpitch softball is a recreational league and is not boundary based, nor ran by the city or school system.  However, if your daughter is within the boundaries of another softball organization that MSA is affiliated with, then a Letter of Release (LOR) is required to play in Monroe. Please ask a board member for further details.

A:  For Baseball - NO.  MSA baseball is a part of Little League and we have specific boundaries in which our players may live in.  If you do not attend a school in Monroe, nor do you live within our LL boundaries, then unfortunately you may not play Monroe baseball.  

Q:  When will I know what team my child is on?

A:  We encourage our coaches to text/email their players within a few days following the coaches' meeting.  The meeting is usually the first or second weekend of March.  If you haven't heard anything from a coach by the middle of March, please let us know.

Q:  I missed the registration deadline.  Can I still sign my child up?

A: NO. Late registrations will not be accepted.

Q:  Is my child old enough to play?

A:  Please see our "Registration Information" page for specific age guidelines for t-ball baseball & softball.

Q:  Can my child play "up" in a league?

A:  We discourage playing up due to either danger factors, or it not being fair to other kids on the team.  However, we do take it on a case by case issue.

Q:  When do practices start?

A:  Based on the coaches' meeting usually being one of the first weekends in March, practices usually start the first week of April (depending on coach and when spring break falls that year).

Q:  When does the season start and how long is it?

A:  The season usually runs from the last Saturday in April through the end of June.  A lot depends on the age/division, the league they're associated with, and if the child opts to participate in any team tournaments that occur after the regular season is compete.

Q:  Does spring soccer conflict with baseball/softball?

A:  MSA does not guarantee that baseball/softball will not conflict with spring soccer. Coaches determine when the team you are drafted to will practice.  Both boys and girls teams have games both during the week and on Saturdays.  Times are determined by the home teams league.

Q: Can siblings play on the same team? 

A: Yes, we try our best to place siblings playing in the same division on the same team. It does help us if in the comments you add that you want the siblings on the same team especially if they have different last names. We have NO way to run a report for siblings in our system. 

Q:  Can I request a specific coach?

A:  Yes.  We DO NOT guarantee placement with a specific coach. 

Q:  If my child had a bad experience with a specific coach; can I request not to have this coach again?

A:  Yes.  However, we would like to know the reason why.  Please submit your reason in writing to the board, you can do this in the comments on the registration page.

Q:  Can I request my child play with specific friends?

A:  Yes.  We DO NOT guarantee placement with a player.  The only way to guarantee your child plays with a specific person is for the parents to coach the same team together.  

Q:  Can I withdrawal my child?

A:  Yes.  You can always withdraw your child. All Registrations are non-refundable. However, there may be special circumstances that permit MSA to approve a refund. Please contact MSAboardmembers@gmail.com for the exact refund policy.

Q:  My child is new to playing baseball/softball what equipment do they need?

• Shoes - Either tennis shoes or cleats.  Cleats would benefit them. 
• Glove - Any type will do.  Ensure that it is not too big or small for your child to handle the appropriate ball they will be playing with.
• Helmet - It is not required that your child has a helmet. MSA does provide coaches with a couple helmets, however, the ones provided by MSA are one size fits all so they might not fit well. ***NOTE: Softball players are required to have a face guard on the helmet.
• Bat - It is not required that your child has a bat.  However, if you are planning on buying a bat for your child, it is suggested that you wait until after practices have started.  That way your child can try bats his teammates use and decide which size/weight is best for him/her.  The bat MUST have the USA Baseball stamp on it.  Bats without this stamp will be considered illegal and not allowed in a practice/game. For softball, the bat MUST have the USSSA stamp on it.
• Ball - It is not required that your child have a ball, however it is recommended so your child can practice at home.  However, if you do purchase a ball; please make sure it is the correct size for their division.
• Clothing - MSA provides a uniform, size chart in Registration Information
  • Baseball & T-Ball - MSA provides a jersey top and matching hat. Pants are NOT provided.  Please wait until after the team knows what their uniform jersey color is to purchase pants.  Usually the team decides as a whole what color of pants to wear.
  • Softball - MSA provides a jersey top and matching visor. Pants are NOT provided.  Please wait until after the team knows what their uniform jersey color is to purchase pants.  Usually the team decides as a whole what color of pants to wear.

Q: How much time is required?