Who are we?
Built for the Community
Amherst Athletic Association, Incorporated is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote, develop, supervise, and voluntarily assist in all lawful ways, the interest of those who will participate in the Amherst Athletic Association program(s). Through proper guidance and exemplary leadership, the Amherst Athletic Association program assists children and coaches alike in developing the qualities of citizenship, discipline, teamwork and physical well-being. By espousing the virtues of character, courage, integrity, and teamwork the Amherst Athletic Association shall be designed to develop superior sportsmanship, athletic ability, and citizenship. Our Core Values will be present with every aspect of our governance and will stand as the Primary Pillars for success of the Association, our children and the enjoyment of Baseball/Softball.
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What do we have?
OUR summer / fall recreational PROGRAMS
Our sports programs are the heart of the community—bringing athletes together to learn, compete, and grow. From introductory baseball to competitive, there’s a program for every age, skill level, and goal.
Tee Ball/Farm Ball Rookie
Softball & Baseball
Fun, instructional leagues designed to help players of all skill levels learn fundamentals and enjoy team play in a supportive environment.
T-Ball - hitting WITH a tee
Farm Ball - introduces coach pitch, but a tee is available to use in games
Rookie - Strictly coach pitch
Baseball -
Minors & Majors
Encompassing both the Minor and Majors Baseball Leagues
Minors - 3rd and 4th graders
Majors - 5th & 6th graders
Regular season and playoff games could be played in communities outside of Amherst
Baseball - Junior High
Encompassing the Juior High and High School age groups
Junior Thurman - 7 & 8 grades
Senior Thurman - 9th grade /+
Regular season and playoff games could be played in communities outside of Amherst
Softball - Minors thru High School
Covers girls softball leagues from Minors, Majors, High School age Softball Leagues
Minors - 3rd - 9+ grade
Regular season and playoff games could be played in communities outside of Amherst
COMET TRAVEL
Covers girls softball leagues from Minors, Majors, High School age Softball Leagues
Minors - 3rd - 9+ grade
Regular season and playoff games could be played in communities outside of Amherst
addtional trainings and registrations
Our baseball programs are the heart of the community—bringing athletes together to learn, compete, and grow. From introductory baseball to competitive, there’s a program for every age, skill level, and goal.
COACH REGISTRATION
If you register to coach your childs summer league team, you wont regret it. While it is a time commitment, spending that time with your young athlete is time you will not get back so make some memories that you both will talk about for years after. No experience needed and there are people who can answer any question and help guide your early decision making. Once your a young atheletes coach, you will always be "Coach" to that player.
MANDATORY COACH TRAINING
If you register to coach your childs summer league team, you wont regret it. While it is a time commitment, spending that time with your young athlete is time you will not get back so make some memories that you both will talk about for years after. No experience needed and there are people who can answer any question and help guide your early decision making. Once your a young atheletes coach, you will always be "Coach" to that player.
VOLUNTEER TEAM
The league doesnt go without volunteers. Its amazing the amount of work it takes to put on a program for 1000 kids. The phrase "many hands make light work" has never rung truer. Please consider helping out as there is definitely a spot for everyone. Help lighten the load for us all. Click on the graphic above to see what kind of help is needed.
If you are unsure where to jump in at, please consider attending one of our monthly Board Meetings.
*for ages 13 and up*
Register your child for a part-time summer job umpiring some of our summer league games. This is a paid position where we are trying to provide opportunities for kids to practice leadership, responsibility, accountability and the importance of being on time. Pay is based on experience with returning umpires getting yearly pay raises. Starting wages are $30/25. $30 for homeplate and $25 for field.
... a few other important things
KNOW THE RULES - find a PDF copy of the rules to your league
FOUR PILLARS - these four traits are what we try to exemplify
FAQ - find answers to some frequently asked questions instead of waiting for an email response
RAINOUT LINE - click here to go to find out how to receive field closure information on those rainy days
Latest Game info
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Years of Legacy
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