BSUK Newshttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/bsuknews.phpNews about baseball and softball in the UKen-ukCopyright 2003-2010, BaseballSoftballUK.bob.fromer@baseballsoftballuk.com (Bob Fromer)webmaster@baseballsoftballuk.com (Webmaster)BSUK Newshttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/images/cutlogo_144x67.gifhttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/bsuknews.php14467News about baseball and softball in the UK National Baseball Championships to get double-dose of Sunday's BBC Radio 5 Live BBC Radio 5 Live will enjoy a double-dose of British baseball on Sunday. First, during the Weekend Breakfast programme (6am - 8.30am) will interview BaseballGB editor Matt Smith, then Sports Extra (7pm) will provide regular NBC updates during their coverage of the Rangers-Twins game in Minnesota. Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=4015&this_page=bsuknewshttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=4015&this_page=bsuknewsBSUK News GB Slowpitch trials set for October 24 at Upper Heyford Open trials for the GB Co-ed Slowpitch Team will be held on Sunday, October 24 at the National Training Centre at Upper Heyford. The fact that European Slowpitch Championships will be played again in 2011 should provide an extra incentive for triallists. Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=4014&this_page=bsuknewshttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=4014&this_page=bsuknewsBSUK News British baseball prepares for climactic weekend Championships British baseball fans are on the edge of their seats in anticipation of the National Baseball Championships (NBC) this weekend. Year after year the NBC never seems to disappoint. By Sunday evening we will know the 2010 champions in the four British baseball leagues. But before that we will be taking an emotional and exciting ride through 14 do-or-die baseball games. Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=4013&this_page=bsuknewshttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=4013&this_page=bsuknewsBSUK News Finsbury Dazzlers looking for a Coach and Manager The Finsbury Dazzlers from the Greater London Softball Mixed League Minors Division 1 are looking for a coach to help them improve their game.Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=4012&this_page=bsuknewshttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=4012&this_page=bsuknewsBSUK News Close games feature at fourth London Fastpitch League day The competition is getting tighter and tighter in the London Fastpitch Softball League (LFSL), as shown by the close and exciting games played at the league's fourth mini-tournament on Saturday, August 28 at Old Deer Park in Richmond. The Finals Day on September 18 should be a hard-fought affair! Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=4009&this_page=bsuknewshttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=4009&this_page=bsuknewsBSUK News AUDIO: BBC Radio 5 Live features upcoming NBC and welcomes special BBF guest Jonny Gould and Josh Chetwynd previewed the 2010 National Baseball Championships during Sunday's coverage on BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra. Bracknell Blazers' manager (and reigning National Champion) Rob Rance made a special appearance. Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=4004&this_page=bsuknewshttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=4004&this_page=bsuknewsBSUK News Pre-register your team for London Indoor Softball at Canary Wharf The BSUK London Indoor Softball League will begin on Saturday 16 October and continue every Saturday for 10 weeks into December. This exciting alternate form of slowpitch softball is an ideal way to stay in shape and enjoy quick-footed fun through the autumn months. Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=4001&this_page=bsuknewshttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=4001&this_page=bsuknewsBSUK News Mark Saunders to step down as GB Slowpitch Head Coach GB Slowpitch Team Head Coach Mark Saunders has informed the BSF of his decision to stand down from the position. But Mark will be happy to stay on until a new Head Coach is appointed and the handover is satisfactorily completed. Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=3998&this_page=bsuknewshttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=3998&this_page=bsuknewsBSUK News Coventry Softball lands Sport Unlimited grants The Coventry Rocks Team and Coventry Zoo Leagues are celebrating the news that they have been awarded a total of £3,705 in Sport Unlimited grants from the region's County Sport Partnership for three programmes that will begin in late September. Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=3999&this_page=bsuknewshttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=3999&this_page=bsuknewsBSUK News BSUK Youth Panel launches logo competition The BSUK Youth Panel is looking for a logo to help promote the group and create a recognisable brand. The logo will be used on clothing for young volunteers, displayed at events run by the youth panel and will feature on the BSUK website.Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=3997&this_page=bsuknewshttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=3997&this_page=bsuknewsBSUK News Fastpitch umpire course set for September The BSF, BSUK, BASU and the fastpitch community are combining to run a fastpitch umpire training course in September to create a larger pool of umpires for the increasing amount of fastpitch play in the UK. The course is open to anyone interested. Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=3994&this_page=bsuknewshttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=3994&this_page=bsuknewsBSUK News Sefton Stingers venture into the real softball world BSUK created the Sefton Softball League in Greater Manchester this summer as part of its efforts to expand participation, and BSUK National Development Manager John Mills decided to attend the sessions. Things have gone well, and on August 15, the league sent a representative team, the Sefton Stingers, to the Manchester Softball League's Rookie Tournament. Click through to read John's account of the big day. Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=3989&this_page=bsuknewshttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=3989&this_page=bsuknewsBSUK News Softball again rejects joint Olympic approach with baseball The International Softball Federation (ISF) has again turned down a suggestion from the International Baseball Federation (IBAF) that the two sports should unite in trying to regain Olympic status. Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=3986&this_page=bsuknewshttp://www.baseballsoftballuk.com/gen_insert.php?from_level3=Articles&db_story=3986&this_page=bsuknewsBSUK News