WE ARE ALL ABOUT "THE SPIRIT OF THE LEAGUE"
For more than 25 years the NOTSO Amazon Softball League has been a league of our own. The NOTSOs bring together lesbians, queer positive women and trans people of all abilities to play recreational softball.
There are no try-outs in this league. We try to bring players of a variety of skill levels together so teams are evenly balanced at the beginning of the season. More importantly, we aim to provide a positive and fun environment in which to play ball and make friends. We do this by supporting new players and helping you develop softball skills. We provide more experienced players with an opportunity to mentor and play in an organized league at a recreational level. We call this "The Spirit of the League".
Kris K
President
Kris has been playing Notso for 6 years. During the off season Kris trains for Notso by practicing her karaoki, dressing in silly costumes, and competitive boat racing.
Nathalie B
Vice President
This is Nath's 3rd season playing ball with Notso's and first year as Vice President on the Collective. You can find her just about anywhere, on the field or on the streets of cabbagetown. She love meeting new people or get lost somewhere with a good book. She looks forward to meeting you all sometime this season.
Kate G
Website
Kate - a 'Boobie Champion' - joined the NOTSOs in 2005. In 2010, bribed with promise of eternal glory and more importantly beer, she agreed to join the collective lead the Trasurer position.
Teisha B
Secretary
Teisha has played in the Notso league for two season and is eagerly awaiting her third! As Secretary for the 2010 Notso season, it is her job to ensure that the league stays organized and runs smoothly. You can find her either at 1st base, 2nd base or behind the plate. When not playing baseball, she can be found in the classroom studying to become a future Chartered Accountant, on the rugby pitch or lost in a good book.
Dayna E
Communications
Dayna can't help but think that 2010 is going to be her year to shine. The third time's a charm right? Barely out of rookie status, 2010 marks Dayna's third season playing ball with NOTSO (or at all for that matter) and her second year as a member of the NOTSO Board of Directors. If you've not been formally introduced, she's the one hollering flirtatious insanities from behind the plate or competing with Cheryl for the karaoke mic.
Kristy O
Social
Kristy had never played softball before becoming a Notso in '03 and is thankful that doesn't matter here. She held the Collective social seat for 3 seasons before undertaking different areas for the past 2 years. Kristy is super excited be back in social and share the role with Cheryl to bring you a fun-filled summer, 'Notso-style'!
Cheryl
Social
Cheryl loves some Superman and some NOTSO's. After three years in the league, she's excited to contribute to the collective and YOUR social season. So look for the Superman ball cap and be sure to let her know how she can make your 2010 season the most social ever!
Paula D
Team Reps
This is Paula's third year playing with the league and second time running as the Team Rep Director and loving every moment of it. When not on the field getting hit by fastballs, you'll find her behind a camera or enjoying time with great friends and family.
Ali S
Mentor Coordinator
This is Ali's third year with the Notsos, but she's been playing softball in one form or another for about a decade. Ali loves playing with the Notsos because *everybody* can play, and really enjoys helping new players gain confidence on the field. If she's not on the field, you might find Ali in the library or the boxing gym, playing video games or hanging out with fun people!
Tara C
Equipment, Prizes & Merchandise Manager
2010 marks Tara's second year playing in the Notso's and her first year on the Board of directors.
Mindy P
Head Umpire
2010 will be Mindy's 4th season with the Notsos and her first as part of the collective. She's been playing softball since tee-ball and umpiring since she was 13, so she knows the game well. She's always excited to get questions about softball rules or strategy, so feel free to ask!
Yaz
Website
Yaz is a not-so fresh of the boat Venezuelan. This will be her first year in the collective and second year playing softball -ever. She loves snowboarding, wakeboarding, xboxing, reading, etc, etc, etc. During the season she'll be the one with the colourful hat smooching her gf, and missing all the pop-flys going her way.