Homer Tsunami Softball is a Competitive Summer Softball program for fast pitch, female players, 8-18 under the auspices of USA/Softball-Alaska. The national organization supports all levels of play from 8U to the National and the Olympic Team. There are Summer tournaments in Alaska as well as around the Nation. It is a prime way to develop softball skills in preparation for High School ball or playing on into college (or even higher).
Our Mission
At Tsunami Softball, our mission is to develop confident, courageous and resilient young women athletes through the sport of softball. We believe in creating a culture that encourages personal evaluation and self-correction: One that encourages transparent communication and teamwork resulting in lifelong skills.
By becoming a member of Tsunami Softball you are committing yourself to our values and goals:
Respect: We pledge to treat all participants with positive, constructive support. We show respect to those who differ in beliefs, perspectives and abilities.
Teamwork: We expect that all will work as one towards the same goal, while wholeheartedly embracing their role.
Commitment: We expect that all participants will be focused and present at practices and games and will always work to support the vision and values of their teammates and the program.
Trust: We expect that all participants will be open, honest and fair, knowing their teammates and coaches are trying their best.
Our Commitment
To respect and encourage you in your personal and team goals while pushing you to see your potential. To listen and to build you physically and mentally so you can:
- face challenges head on
- gain confidence
- have positive self-criticism
- work through failures
- learn to work with/as a team
- play at a higher level
Your Commitment
Personal growth and excellence begins with respect for yourself and others. As a member of the team you are expected to:
- Show respect to yourself, your teammates, coaches, umpires, other players and anyone else you come into contact with throughout our travels.
- Maximize your attention and effort
- Encourage your teammates whenever there is an opportunity to do so, both on and off the field
- Be honest with your emotions, recognize them and do your best to maintain a good attitude.
- Challenge yourself by stepping out of your comfort zone
- Learn to accept constructive criticism
- Be honest with your coaches and captains about what changes you want to see and how we can encourage you further.
Practice and Games
We expect you to be ready to practice on time, which means arriving at the field at least ten minutes beforehand, and being on the field ready to start practice promptly. Practice times will be sent out by your coach but the general times will be published on TeamSnap. (Regular times/locations may need to be adjusted occasionally due to weather or field use conflicts. Practices are usually held outdoors at Jack Gist Park. Some indoor practices may be held at our softball dome or a local gym.)
As coaches, we strive to get everyone game time but because we are growing our program to have competitive teams game time is not guaranteed. If you want to grow your skills and have guaranteed game time then Homer Little League is a great option, alongside Tsunami Softball.
We do understand that this is part of the high summer season, and we understand that you want to travel, go camping, and enjoy your summer. (Coaches do, too!) Commitment is key in making a competitive team so please plan accordingly. If you do have other trips planned please communicate with your coach as soon as possible AHEAD OF TIME. If you are a player that works it is your responsibility to let your employer know when you need time off. We understand of course that sometimes employers can’t make changes, but often with advance notice they are able to make adjustments. A little courtesy can go a long way! (If you are on the Homer High School softball team, we understand your focus is with your current Mariner team; we look forward to seeing you Wednesdays and having you full time once your season is finished!)
Finally, if you do have to miss a game or practice for work, please let your coach know or mark your availability as soon as possible. If it’s on short notice—please contact at least 2 coaches via your team’s communication ASAP. If you are sick, please stay home. Use common courtesy for your fellow players. Coaches will do the same!
Teams & Seasons
The softball Summer Season runs from May through July. Teams will be decided mid-May for the June Tournament.
This is the official breakdown for ages/ divisions by birth month and year.
USA Teams can be split into 18u, 16u, 14u, 12u, 10u, 8u based on 9/1/25-8/31/26 age and skill. (Teams/divisions for June Tournament will be decided in mid- May by the coaches/ board. We plan to have a 14u and 12u or 10u this year for tournaments/games against Kenai.) We plan to re-evaluate interest/ teams mid-June for the July Tournaments (Birchwood and Peninsula, possibly State).
What does "12u" mean?
12u Stands for 12 and under. Players can play up but you cannot have a 15yr old playing down onto a 12u team. With this being said we also don’t always want an 8u playing on a 12u team because they need to be able to protect themselves from a hard hit ball. This is why we are doing evaluations in May and June for the tournaments so we are able to make competitive teams that are safe.
Coaches will communicate with their team/ parents on what tournaments they want to attend. We encourage teams to attend the Kenai Tournament and 2-3 Eagle River/ Chugiak area tournaments as well as some games against Ken.
End of Regular Season: Dependent on Team- either Mid July or Early August.
Cost
USA Tsunami Softball:
Early Registration (January) $80
Regular Registration (February-May) $130
Late Registration $230
Volunteer and Uniform Reimbursable Deposit: $100 (See Handbook for explanation)
If you need financial assistance please reach out to us.
For away tournaments: Car pooling is encouraged and tournament fees are split amongst those attending. You will need to cover the costs of your own transportation to and from practices, games, and tournaments, and lodging for any away games and tournaments. Housing options are typically available if requested ahead of time (church with female chaperone) and one meal is typically provided by the host team or a team meal is arranged.
At the beginning of the season you will need to pay your player fee and give us a deposit for your uniform and volunteer hours. Your deposit will be returned at the end of the season as long as you have returned the full uniform as well as completed your volunteer hours.
Volunteer Information
Parent Volunteers
For our players to have a successful season, we need a solid team backing them up and cheering them on! All parents are expected to help out in some way. Each family will be asked to donate 100 hours of time through the season. We always need coaches/helpers as well as scorekeepers, umpires, a field maintenance crew, and fundraising minded parents. Donated hours may be actual hours, or may be fulfilled in other ways, such as food donations. For example, donating a case of water for a game may equal 20 hours of time donated. More opportunities may be made available throughout the season as well. Please let us know how you would like to be involved!
Expectation for parents- 100 hours or $100
Volunteer Opportunities
First off, if you or someone you know is interested in coaching or umpiring please reach out!
Tsunami Softball can only thrive with your involvement, here are some other volunteer opportunities to help our team, reach the required hours, and make the season a success!
- Coach: 100 hours
- Umpire: 100 hours
- Team Manager: 100 hours
- Fundraising Organizer: 100 hours
- Field Manager: 100 hours
- Official Uniform Manager: 100 hours
- Official Team Mom or Dugout Manager: 100 hours
- Facebook Manager: 100 hours
- Volunteer Hour Manager: 50 hours
- BBQ King/ Queen: 50 hours
- Scorekeeper x1 game: 20 hours
- Concession/ fundraiser x1 timeslot: 20 hours
- Working on field 1hr: 20 hours
- Bringing x1 bulk item for concessions/ fundraiser or game: 20 hours
- Sign-up Genius maker: 20 hours
- If you have other opportunities that you would like to discuss for hours please let us know: Hours TBD
- If volunteering is not an option at this time: $100
Camps and additional opportunities
Lauren Frost Clinic SOLD OUT- Waitlist Available- July 23,24&25 for grad classes 2026-2030 and 2031-2034 in Chugiak. https://www.laurenfrostsoftball.com
Great Alaska Showcase in Chugiak August 5-6-7. https://www.triplecrownfastpitch.com/events/great-alaska-showcase
Termination Dust Tournament in Anchorage September 5th and 6th (must form a Tsunami team for 2026 or join Kenai/ Anc Team- discuss with coach if interested in attending).
Join another team: Anyone that would wish to join another team if we do not attend a tournament or to travel across or outside Alaska with another team should contact us.
Dome Time: You also have the option in the off-season to participate in what we call “dome time”. This is an optional indoor practice we hold once a week, usually on Sunday (November-May), where you can come and grow in skills and confidence. Dome time is also available on a drop-in basis. Contact a coach for details.
Additional Softball Opportunities in Homer
Little League Softball
Little League is a program based on having fun, teaching fundamentals and allowing lots of game time for everyone!
Practices Times:
Coach Pitch: T/Th 5:30-7pm
Kid Pitch: T/Th 5:30-7:30pm
Juniors: M/F 6-8pm
Game Schedule TBD (Early May)
Practice Start- week of May 11th
Opening Day May 30th
End of Regular Season June 30th
Player Fees:
Homer Little League Registration Fee: $70 Homer Little League (AK) > Home (this year stays the same no matter what month)
How to sign up for Homer Little League:
Please register through Homer Little League Softball! Homer Little League (AK) > Home. https://homerlittleleague.org
Once registered you will be on the email list for more information and all upcoming events.
Follow HLL on Facebook of on their Instagram page Homer_little_league
Any Questions please text Ashley @ 269-0953-6366 or email [email protected] with any questions.