Crystal Lake Girls Fastpitch Softball

Division Rep. Contact Page

Any family member or player from our league, or any opposing team, who has an issue they are unable to, or not comfortable resolving with the Crystal Lake Head Coach can contact the board representative for the specific age group (listed below):

All matters will remain confidential.

6U
Jen Warfel
jen [email protected]

8U
Mike Walters
mikew [email protected]

10U
Eden Sinitean
[email protected]

12U
Linda Furlano
[email protected]

14U
Dave Cosatino
[email protected]

About Us

Our Goal

Our goal is to provide a softball program that offers advanced instruction in softball fundamentals and team play concept.

Comets Mission

The mission of the Crystal Lake Comets Softball program is to provide an opportunity for players to improve their softball skills, develop strong character, and increase self-confidence.

Expectations of a Crystal Lake Comets All Star Player

Crystal Lake Comets softball believes that discipline, mental toughness, respect for coaches/teammates, and the development of a team attitude are important. Becoming a great softball player requires dedication and sacrifice.

Board Meetings

Board meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of every month at 7:30pm (6:30pm in the offseason).

Location:
Lake Chamber of Commerce
427 W Virginia St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
(Google Maps Link)

The meetings are open to all Organization Members.

Please contact Mike Walters in advance if you would like a specific topic to be addressed, so she can add it to the agenda.

Meeting Minutes can be found here.

Divisions by Age

The division a player is placed in is determined by their age on January 1st. Players slotted to move up a division in the spring due to age will move up in the fall. For example, if a player is 8 and turning 9 in November, then the player will play 10U in the fall.

Players must be in their correct age group for the spring season in accordance with NISA rules. Should a player want to move up a division early, the Player must meet the following parameters:

Player must have been part of Comets in their current division (exception: 6U to 8U)
Parent must meet with the CLGFS Board in person
Have a coach recommendation from the previous season

Note: Players cannot move up multiple levels and will only be considered for one level up.

Comet Travel Division & Comets Care History

The CLGFS (formerly CLGSL) has a long history in the Crystal Lake community, providing young girls the opportunity to learn the game of softball as well as make new friends that last beyond the game.

The Comets have a unique mission statement which is strongly supported by the Board of Directors, the mission statement's main emphasis is to use Softball as a tool to build well rounded young women that excel in academics, community service, and athletics.

Starting with one 16U in 2009, The Comets expanded to include 10U, 12U, and 14U teams in 2010.

During the time frame of 2010 - 2013 there was an exponential growth of near-by travel team that competed against CLGFS, causing The Comets and all the local travel teams to became very competitive on recruitment of players.

The 14U division survived the downsize and with support of the Board of Directors and coaches continued to implement the vision; an "All-Academic" team was formed, the teams participated in charity and community service efforts...and as the team grew together - they experienced much success on the field.

In 2014 the Comets travel division was discontinued due to lack of commitment.
In 2015 the Comets were reinstated as In house "All Star Teams". Comets tournament teams participate in local (Illinois) based tournaments, and continue to excel placing in many of these tournaments.
In 2016 8U and 10U teams competed in two local tournaments
2017, again Comets remained in the 8U and 10U divisions competing and placing in Cary and Woodstock tournaments
2018, our program expanded to three teams, 8u, 10u, 12u.
2019 Comets Fielded Teams at 8U, 10U, 12U & 14U Levels. The teams had success placing in tournaments at Woodstock & Cary.
2020 Comets were hi-jacked by the COVID Pandemic.
2021 We fielded 3 teams at the 8U, 12U and 14U Level.
2022 We have all 4 levels of Comets teams this year! Good luck to all once the season gets rolling!