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	SportsBreak SEPTEMBER 2008 E-NEWSLETTER FROM ISSA

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SOFTBALL MAGAZINE COVERS ISSA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

MERRITT ISLAND, FLORIDA – Softball Magazine first went into production in the year 1996. In the years since, players, manufacturers, coaches and associations in the sport of softball have dubbed this award winning publication the “Sports Illustrated of Softball.” The next issue will feature the results of the 14th ISSA World Championships.The 80+ page publication delivers six times a year an information packed magazine that covers the pros, seniors, the grassroots players, a section dedicated to fast-pitch, along with contributing editors and health specialists on a national and international basis. Softball Magazine is dedicated to the positive growth and promotion of the entire sport of softball across the United States and Canada. For years they have provided coverage for the ISF Senior World Cup and the ISSA World Championships as well as many others.

Subscriptions to Softball Magazine can be made through their website at www.softballmag.com or calling the toll free 877-453-3711

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THE 2008 ISSA WINTER NATIONALS

VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA – Tournament officials have planned a great senior event for October at a great location. The world-class resort city of Virginia Beach recently completed a new 8-field state-of-the-art softball complex which will supplement other nearby quality fields to accommodate the Senior and Masters teams expected to participate come October 3-5. The ISSA has partnered with the local ASA Tidewater District to bring this event to the Fun City.Competition will be held for Senior women’s teams from 40 and Over to 65 and Over. All age classifications and skill level divisions will be included for the Senior men’s teams. Men’s Masters competition will be scheduled for 35 and Over, 40 and Over and 45 and Over. And a new division of play for ISSA will be a 35+ Coed Division.The Women, Coed and Masters divisions will begin on Saturday, seniors may start on Friday depending on the final number of entered teams. The Winter Nationals will permit players who are eligible for an age division in 2009 to compete in this October tournament. Teams can use this tournament to begin the process of putting their tournament team together for 2009, a concept that many senior teams find helpful.The Athletic Director for the Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation Department is the legendary Jay Smith. Jay was one of the all-time top rated slowpitch softball players in the Country and is pleased to invite his old friends and acquaintances to his “house,” the Princess Anne Athletic Complex. Plan now to attend this end of the year tournament at a great location. Additional tournament information is posted on the ISSA website at www.seniorsoftball.org. Entries must be received by September 25. Teams can fax their Entry Form to the ISSA Office at 703-361-0344. Any questions, contact Greg Thomas at 703-368-1188.

Experience the Fun at Virginia Beach, on and off the field in October.

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FROM THE DESK OF RB THOMAS, JR.

JUST A THOUGHT – As the 2008 senior Softball season is winding down, we will be assessing the year and planning our future direction. Our mission is clear....to provide the best possible softball experience for our senior population. Our strategic plan to accomplish our goals is a dynamic document designed to meet the needs of the greatest number of senior players. What we know is that seniors want a competitive experience wherever they play, they expect quality facilities and a safe playing environment. The ISSA is committed to these ends.

We have spent a great deal of time and energy this year developing the ISSA rating system so that teams playing in our tournaments have a level playing field. We have partnered with the communities at the Roanoke Valley and Virginia Beach to bring to seniors some first class venues. And we have began the development of local senior tournaments to provide teams a low cost alternative to play and prepare for Nationals. And most have noted, we have a succession plan in place to insure that an experienced staff is in place now and into the future. Thanks for supporting our events.