The GetTeamGear Bat Buying Rundown

Many people buy softball bats everyday, Some frequently asked questions are, "What weight is right for me?" along others like, "What length should I use, and what is the drop?" Well there are alot of aspects to consider before buying "just any 'ol bat" this is to help you make the right decision. Length is something to consider when buying a bat the right length usually can be determined by placing the bat on the ground and if the end of the bat comes up to your waist or upper thigh your doing alright so far. Next you might want to get the right weight for you, using one arm hold the bat straight out away from you for ten seconds. If you can't do this, the bat is to heavy! Always remember that the weight of the bat should vary depending on who is at the plate. "What is the drop of a bat?" The drop of a bat is the difference between the length and the weight, so if a 32" bat has a -10 drop its a 22oz bat. The thing to consider above all when buying a bat is comfort! Swing the bat and if something doesn't feel right, try another. If your buying online, (www.GetTeamGear.com) you might try going to a sporting store and trying a similar bat to get the feel. Choice is going to be up to you, but perfect feel means perfect swing.

GetTeamGear Places First in Anaconda!

GetTeamGear commands softball tournament in Anaconda, Montana this weekend with first place in the Men's C Division. Tournament MVP went to Trent Charles and All-Tournament Team included Steve Ward, Prentiss (PK) Knight and Jake Stock. Striking through teams ranging from Washington, Montana, Idaho and Utah, GetTeamGear came out ahead with 6 wins and only 1 defeat, outscoring opponents 166 to 90.

The Men's C Division softball championship featured a storybook ending between GetTeamGear and Wall to Wall of Idaho. In the bottom of the final inning, GetTeamGear was down by two runs. With two outs and bases loaded, Charles was at bat. A teammate of Charles yelled that he had a chance for an MVP shirt. At bat, Charles took the pitches to a full count. On the final pitch, Charles hit the ball into a gap in the outfield to score three runs and take home the championship trophy.

Congratulations on your win this weekend!

Next up: USSSA C/D N.I.T. Pioneer Day Tournament, South Jordan, Utah - July 24-26

GetTeamGear Plays ASA 36th Annual Goosetown Tournament

If you are following the GetTeamGear softball team, they will be in Anaconda, Montana this weekend - July 10-12, at the ASA 36th Annual Goosetown tournament.

www.leaguelineup.com/goosetown/

According to the tournament web site, "Goosetown is recognized as the best and funnest softball tournament in the West. Goosetown has appeared on National TV, Fox Sports Net and Softball 360 Series. If your team wants to have a different softball experience, come to Goosetown. Goosetown is the woodstock of softball."

Do you need more of a reason to head to Anaconda, Montana this weekend?

GetTeamGear Takes First At Provo Firecracker

GetTeamGear took first place (D) at the Provo Firecracker Softball Tournament this past weekend, June 26-27, 2009. As part of the America's Freedom Festival in Provo, Utah, the USSSA sanctioned event drew many teams from around the area. The tournament used a sliding self-classifying bracket format to provide quality competition for all team classifications.

Awards were sponsored by MVP Sports.

You can follow GetTeamGear to cheer them on in their upcoming softball tournaments:

July 10-12 - ASA 36th Annual Goosetown Tournament, Anaconda, Montana
July 24-25 - USSSA C/D N.I.T. Pioneer Day Tournament, South Jordan, Utah
July 26 - USSSA C/D N.I.T. The Rewind Tournament, South Jordan, Utah
August 14-15 - USSSA Mens D State Tournament, South Jordan, Utah
August 28-29 - USSSA Mens D Far West National, Taylorsville, Utah
September 24-27 - USSSA Mens World Tournament, Sterling Height (Detroit), Michigan

5 New Products per Day in June

GetTeamGear plans to expand its product offering by adding 5 new products per day during the month of June.

We have been in contact with a number of vendors over the last several weeks and are ready to begin loading new product. So, with over 150 new products to add, we will be adding a minimum of 5 new products per day. Be sure to check the site during the month of June to see all the new products.

We will be adding softball and baseball apparel, fielding gloves, sunglasses and other accessories, and footwear including cleats and trainers.

Miracle on diamond for GetTeamGear pitcher

The 2009 softball season for GetTeamGear.com had been going well. A third place win in their first outing was a great start to the season. The team followed that tournament with a first place win on March 14 including a birth to Worlds in Detroit, September 24-27.

However, tragedy struck last week at the team's most recent tournament in Salt Lake City. Team member and pitcher, Steve Ward took a line drive shot to the forehead knocking him unconscious for several minutes. Steve was immediately taken to the hospital with severe fractures to the face. Reconstructive surgery was very successful and was released just 4 days later. The team is very thankful for the thoughts and prayers from those close to the team and in the softball community.

We are happy to report that Steve is doing well and is expected to make a full recovery. Steve also plans to accompany the team to their next tournament in Delta, Utah.

GetTeamGear lands 3rd baseman

After dropping GetTeamGear with a Grand Slam in the 7th inning in Boise 2 weeks ago, James Marcotte begins a new inning playing for GetTeamGear. Marcotte will play 3rd base full time for GetTeamGear. Catch Marcotte and the rest of the GetTeamGear team in their next tournament April 18 in Delta, Utah for the Delta Icebreaker USSSA Class D tournament.

Web site re-launches with new functionality

GetTeamGear.com's web site was re-launched last week after a 12 month pilot program. The site will be officially announced on Monday, April 6. Come check out everything the new site has to offer at www.GetTeamGear.com.

Visit us this week and get 10% off your order through April 11, 2009.

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