The following information explains what the All-Star program and commitment entails.

All-Stars is designed to be a competitive program with the best team put forth to win tournaments. It can be a 5-7 day a week commitment that will last from mid-May through mid-July. 

Teams that qualify for states and nationals will continue further. See the proposed tournament schedule that is included with this information.

All-Star tryouts are by invitation only and will be held on April 29, 2024. A sign up link will be included with the invitation information.

FINANCIAL COMMITMENT

Players must pay standard league fees (covering field rentals, uniforms, etc.) and additional costs for each tournament the coach registers the team for.

ALL STAR OBLIGATIONS

• Parents must submit dates at tryouts of the dates their players may not be available to attend practice or games. This information will be taken into consideration during team selection.

• Players must be able to play all the Districts, States, and Nationals Tournaments as well as 75% of all tournaments. See the schedule of tournaments included with this information.

• Players must play on the team they have been selected for.

• Practices for All Star teams can be 3-5 days a week and are scheduled at the coach's discretion based on field availability. Players are expected to attend all practices. School or religious events, or documented medical excuses are the exceptions for attendance.

• Once a player tries out, if they choose not to participate for any reason, they will not be able to participate in the next All-Star season.

• Players must be available to participate through the month of July or until the national tournaments have ended.
  Failure to abide by these guidelines could impact the player's eligibility to participate in all-stars the following

PLAYER EXPECTATIONS

• Attend all practices and games on time

• Accept whatever role the Coach gives you

• Be willing to play positions that are unfamiliar

• Demonstrate a positive attitude and support your teammates

• Uphold our League's reputation by demonstrating good sportsmanship before, during and after games and support the overall team goals.

Follow the MGSA Code of Conduct

PARENT EXPECTATIONS

The coach will be making decisions about playing time to best benefit the overall team. It is possible that a player may play in tournament pool play but not as much in the tournament championship bracket. All-Stars can be a very fun, exciting time for the girls. They will grow a lot from the hard work they put forth.

Team lists and announcements will be posted on the MGSA website, (at specified date). Players that make the teams are expected to attend the Registration/Celebration event on (specified date).

IF A PLAYER DECIDES TO QUIT/NOT PLAY ALL STARS AFTER TRYOUTS, OR DOESN'T FULFILL THE ALL-STAR REQUIREMENTS, SHE WILL INELIGIBLE FOR ALL STARS DURING THE FOLLOWING YEAR.

A PLAYER OR PARENT MAY BE REMOVED FROM THE ALL-STAR PROGRAM FOR THE CURRENT SEASON AND POSSIBLY FUTURE SEASONS FOR FAILURE TO ABIDE BY THE RULES LISTED ABOVE.

PLEASE REACH OUT TO YOUR DIVISION DIRECTOR IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS REGARDING THE ALL STAR PROGRAM.