Hi everyone

We hope this message finds you well and staying warm during this time of year. We’re excited to share a few important updates and announcements with you. In this edition of our newsletter, you’ll find a range of news, highlights, and helpful information that we think you’ll find valuable.

  1. Congratulations to our NZ representatives
  2. U13 and U15 player expressions of interest for Brad Rona Tournament. 
  3. Final call for Committee Key Role/Committee members.
  4. NHSA Junior and Senior Prizegiving
  5. NHSA School Holiday Program for July
  6. ECB Junior Coaching Staff Expression Interest 
  7. Important Information and Dates

CONGRATULATIONS ARE IN ORDER

We’re incredibly proud to celebrate the achievements of several ECB players whose hard work and dedication has been acknowledged with top honors in their respective age grades. 

👏 Neve Cadness-Aspinall - Selected to represent the New Zealand U15 D-Sox team, Neve will travel to Queensland next month. Best of luck, Neve — we’ll be cheering you on!

👏 Denise Swanepoel - Chosen for the wider New Zealand Junior White Sox training squad, Denise will attend her first national camp during the July school holidays. A fantastic step forward — well done, Denise!

👏 Andrew “Charnz” Charnley & Chris ‘Mud’ Murdoch - Both have been invited to travel with the ANZAC team to compete at the Over-35 Open State Championships in Sydney

Your hard work and commitment continue to make the ECB community proud. Go well, team!

BRAD RONA FAST45 TOURNAMENT - PLAYER EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

📥 Click here to register your interest in playing for an ECB team at the Brad Rona Fast45 Tournament on Sunday, 7 December 2025.
Eligible grades: Under 13 Girls & Boys and Under 15 Girls & Boys.

NOMINATIONS CLOSING SOON - CLUB LEADERSHIP ROLES 

Nominations for key leadership positions — Club President, Club Captain, and Junior Club Captain — close this Saturday, 14 June 2025. (TODAY! so get in quick)

These roles are vital to leading our club into the next two seasons, helping to shape the direction and culture of ECB Softball both on and off the field. We're also encouraging expressions of interest from those keen to join the committee or assist in one of the many support roles that help keep the club running smoothly.

📅 Don’t miss your chance to be part of the leadership team, complete the nomination form below. 📌 AGM Details – [CLICK HERE]

CLICK HERE FOR NOMINATION FORM

Congratulations to our ECB nominees: 

  • Top Junior Male Coach:  Jesse Harris and Flynn Ridley 
  • James Connelly Cup - Jack Baker
  • Gurney Trophy Girls - Denise Swanepoel

🎉 Head along to the NHSA Senior Prizegiving to celebrate a fantastic season and see who takes home top honours across the clubs. Come and support your fellow players!

🥎 EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - JUNIOR COACHING STAFF 2025/26
Be part of shaping the future of ECB Softball Club!

As we gear up for an exciting 2025/26 season, ECB Softball Club is now welcoming Expressions of Interest for coaching and support roles across our Junior Teams — from Under 5s through to Under 19s.

Teaching our juniors isn't just about the game – it's about laying the foundation for future success. We’re looking for committed, passionate individuals to help build these foundations and be part of our coaching staff either as a Coach, Manager or Scorer. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the development of our players – both on and off the diamond – and play a key role in the club’s performance pathway leading into our senior programs.

📧 Register your interest today

FORM - EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST JUNIOR COACHES

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 

END OF FINANCIAL YEAR - 30JUN2025
As we approach the end of our financial year on 30 June 2025, we kindly ask that any outstanding invoices be paid promptly.  If you have any questions or need to discuss payment options, please contact Suzette at 📧 treasurer@ecbsoftball.org.nz.  Thank you for helping us close out the year smoothly.

THANK YOU - VIKKI MILLAR
A huge thank you to Vikki Millar for her generous donation of two gear bags full of softball equipment! Many will remember Vikki from her time as Junior Club Captain, and she continues to support the club by collecting nd gifting gear whenever she can.   Thank you, Vikki, for your ongoing support!  If anyone else has gear they'd like to donate, please contact us at secretary@ecbsoftball.org.nz.

OFF SEASON - ECB CLINICS/TRAINING/PRACTICES 
We are currently working on dates for our ECB off season clinics, if you would like to be kept up to date with dates and times please join Team Reach ECBWINTER

MISSED AN EMAIL? Catch up at www.ecbsoftball.org.nz/news 

IMPORTANT DATES 
Sat 14 Jun 2025: Nominations and AGM agenda items due
Sun 20 Jul 2025: Annual General Meeting save the date
Sun 07 Dec 2025: Brad Rona Fast45 Tournament U13 and U15

If you have any questions at all please contact secretary@ecbsoftball.org.nz

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