WHY GRANITE STATE ?
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LOGISTICS AND COSTS
an elite place to train
Elite Sports Academy is an indoor sports facility that provides a multi-sport turf field, with the ability to convert our space into two full size basketball courts over the summer months. We have 7 dedicated batting cages, the HitTrax Program, Golf Simulator and the ESA Fitness Center/Weight Room, where Elite level athletes can train year round. GSE Members have free access to cages and the gym.
full-time strength & conditioning coach
Onyx Athletics will provide softball-specific baseline programming for the GSE organization. The program is designed to teach athletes how to safely develop strength, speed, and power, and minimize the risk of injury. Discounts for additional OA services will be provided to GSE athletes & families.
sports recovery
Dr. Vincent Salafia will be operating his practice, Sports Recovery and Family Chiropractic, right inside of Elite Sports Academy. Athletes and families will have access to Dr. Salafia during practice hours for injury care and prevention as part of their tuition. Additional services available to athletes and families for a fee.
recruiting coordinator
GSE Staff who are dedicated to assisting families through the college recruiting process. Office Hours, Workshops & Webinars, Recruiting Guideline, GSE Recruiting Portal, Discounted OM Highlight + Assessment Video Services, & Additional Recruiting Resources.
Sports Vision Training
GSE will be providing high performance vision training for the GSE organization. This training is designed to improve the athlete's eye-hand and eye-foot coordination, reaction time, peripheral awareness, decision making, concentration, and visual processing to gain a competitive edge.
LOCATION
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Granite State Elite Softball serves New England. While many of our players live in and around central NH, we also have players from as far as Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts and Northern NH.
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Our indoor practice facility, Elite Sports Academy is located in Epsom, NH at 27 Gauthier Drive and our outdoor practice facilities are located in Allenstown and Epsom, NH.
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As a USA Softball & PGF organization, our tournaments can be all over the Northeast or United States.
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While many tournaments are in NH, we also travel nationally depending on the team and age group.
COMMITMENT
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Practices generally are twice a week for 2-3 hours with one during the week and one on the weekend.
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The fall season runs from August to November. The winter season runs from November to end of March. The spring/summer season runs from April to July.
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We generally play 8-10 tournaments with 2-3 fall ball events and 6-7 summer tournaments, although every coach is in control of their own tournament schedule.
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You get what you put in, committing to the time it takes to get better is important! However, in-season sports always come first and school ball takes precedence over Granite State Elite activities. It takes time to be Elite, be ready to bring it!
COST
*The tuition costs listed are subject to change before tryouts. Tution costs are broken up with a deposit and then 3-6 monthly payments.
The total cost for this Elite program will be $2,500 for the year for 12U to 16U.
Tuition for 16U and 18U showcase teams will be $3,000 for the year due to a significantly increased tournament budget and inflation.
10U teams will have a discounted tuition at $1,850 and may play in less tournaments.
We will no longer have a mandatory fundraiser, meaning players will not need to sell 15 tickets like they have in the past. However, we will still run the fuel raffle as in years past to allow families to raise funds to help cover their tuition.
Included in the cost: •Practice time (Generally 4 hrs/week) and professional training year round •Position Specific Practices & Training including Pitcher/Catcher days •Unlimited Access to Cages at Elite Sports Academy – If it is free, you can use it at no cost •Full-Time Strength & Conditioning Coach & Baseline Programming •Discounts for additional Onyx Athletics services. •Sports Vision Training •Recruiting Coordination + Resource Guides + Recruiting Portal & Player Profile •Generally 8-10 Tournaments - Usually 1-3 Fall & 5-9 Summer •Significant discounts on softball gear including Easton, Demarini, Under Armour, Wilson ,and many others •ACH Payments Available – paying online you can now avoid CC fees. GSE covers any expenses for paying online. Not Included in the cost: •Uniforms will not be included in the tuition, they will be purchased separately directly from the manufacturer. There will be different packages available to players such as a baseline package, a new player package, etc. This will make sure that the costs are in alignment with the athlete and their needs and preferences. New players will purchase a helmet from GSE directly, existing players do not need to buy a new helmet unless they want one. Bags will be purchased on your own and can be any brand, but must be black. A GSE player tag will be given to each player with their name and number.
BE YOUR BEST – IT’S ALWAYS ENOUGH
Granite State Elite and our coaching staff strive to attract players & parents with these common interests:
· Love for the game of fast-pitch softball.
· Creating an environment in which players can reach their full potential and achieve the self-confidence and positive self-esteem necessary to be successful both on and off the field.
· Developing individual skills and team tactics to enable players and/or teams to compete at the highest level.
· Being a part of a family. ASA Softball is important and getting better is a main focus along with winning, but even more important is having fun and feeling a part of something special.
The Granite State Elite Softball organization exists for the specific purpose of developing a competitive youth fast-pitch travel softball program focused on developing players capable of competing at the highest levels with the demonstrated skills necessary to play at the collegiate level. Our dedicated coaches and volunteer staff facilitate our athletes’ growth by conducting challenging practices and scheduling the highest level of competitive activity available. Reaching these goals must be accomplished within the proper framework, instilling character, self-esteem, confidence and sportsmanship.
Achievement of these lofty and worthwhile goals within the appropriate environment can only be reached through the mature behavior and exemplary conduct of the coaches, players and parents of the organization. The coaches relationship with the players must be of the highest ethical and moral standards and be based upon concern and just principles that ensure equitable treatment will prevail in all circumstances.
An aggressive desire for victory combined with the procedural and graduated development of softball skills through exceptional coaching and advanced training techniques is of paramount importance. Additionally, everyone should realize that fast-pitch softball is only a game and is the forum we use to help our athletes mature into responsible and confident adults.
This is the Granite State Elite way.
President - James Christie