Competition

The Lake Norman Lightning is a competitive travel organization we are not a recreational fastpitch team. As such, we will travel to where the competition is; it is our intent to schedule 14 tournaments a year. Even though the competition in this area is strong there will be some tournaments where we travel and stay overnight.

 We are sanctioned with ASA, NSA, USSSA and TOP GUN. The coaching staff is committed to balancing competitiveness and maintaining a positive experience for all players. The statement “Playing time is earned not given” means the amount of playing time each player receives will depend on attitude, skill level, commitment, absences, injuries and game situations. “ALL PLAYERS WILL EARN THEIR POSITIONS!”

 Although we will always play to win, it is not a win at all cost mentality. All players and parents must understand that, unlike recreation softball, the coaches do not guarantee minimum playing time. You have to earn your time and compete for it every practice. The coaches will inform you of where you stand and what you need to improve on to earn more playing time or become a starter.