Board Meeting Minutes
April 2026 Board Meeting Summary
SSSA Board Meeting Minutes — April 2026
Called to Order: 1:00 PM
Lakewood Ranch, FL
Board Members Present
Approval of Minutes
March 2026 minutes were approved with the following changes:
- No permanent replacements for A League as a trial.
- New no-walk rule for Summer — A League only.
Financial Report
The bank account is growing due to sign-ups, including 17 new full-timers signed up from Facebook ads. Upcoming expenses include summer field rental costs and new shirts for the summer league. A motion to approve the financial report was made and approved.
Board Member Opening
There are three potential nominees. Larry Feigenbaum was nominated. Motion passed.
Coordinator Updates
No new issues reported by coordinators.
Member Reports
- Two summer sponsors are needed. Marc Galloway and George Wacaser may each have a sponsor.
- George Wacaser reported that there are too many player leads for him to handle. There may be a need for a “New Player” coordinator.
Old Business
Championship Shirt Sizes
League coordinators need to send in shirt sizes for team members on each league championship team.
April 6 Drafts
George Wacaser will send out the preliminary player list and reviewed rating updates.
New Business
Additional Monday A League
A motion was made to have an additional A League on Mondays. The motion passed.
Rabbit Rule
George Wacaser made a motion to approve the “Rabbit Rule,” allowing another runner to run from home plate for the batter. A medical note would be required, and each case must be approved by the Board. The motion passed. Sly Sylvester and Dave Stoll were approved for the Rabbit Rule.
Playoff Format Idea
Marc Galloway offered the idea of a new playoff format, but no motion was made.
Fall Golf Outing
A potential fall golf outing for league members is being planned by Todd Schwartz for September.
Board Member Duties
All Board Members are to review duties and list preferred duties for their position. This will be discussed at the May Board meeting.
Tax Reporting Issue
Scott recommended a solution to the tax reporting issue. The President and Treasurer need to schedule a call with the accountant to discuss and report back to the Board.
Possible New D League
A new “D” League is possible if the league gets enough qualified players.
Player Exception — Mark Hawkins
Mark McCool proposed that new player Mark Hawkins, age 53 and turning 54 on May 2, be allowed to join the A League. He is a pitcher rated a 2. A motion was made and passed to allow Mark to join the league as an exception.
Summer Field Reservations
Todd Schwartz will handle field reservations for the Summer Season as follows:
Next Board Meeting
Osteria 500, Lakewood Ranch, FL
May 6, 2026
Motion to Adjourn
Motion made and approved to adjourn the meeting at 2:42 PM.
Organized leadership, clear communication, and strong community keep SSSA moving forward.
