They paid their dues time after time. They did their sentence, but committed no crime. And bad mistakes - they've made a few. They've had their share of Copeley kicked in their face, but they've come through (and they mean to go on and on and on and on). They are the champions my friends. And they kept on fightin' till the end. They are the champions, they are the champions - no time for other teams 'cause they are the champions of the law school.
Congratulations to the Expendables II for their 26 - 20 win over GUS for the CoRec Championship and the Hooligans for their 12 - 11 win over the Swingers for the Regular Divison Championship. Also a fond farewell to these mostly 3L teams - Copeley won't be the same without you.
- 7 May -
The Founding Fathers: They Came, They Played, They Didn't Break Anything
A big ole thanks to everyone who came out on Saturday to help us dedicate Copeley's newest addition as well as play a few innings of softball. We had a blast hearing stories, sharing beer, and hitting the ball around with the Godfathers of NGSL.
Thanks for playing, Founding Fathers -- let's do it again soon.
- 4 May -
They're Baaaack: The Founding Fathers Game
If the plush bar set-up outside the library didn't tip you off, it's alumni weekend here in Charlottesville. Turns out this weekend marks the 35 year reunion for some pretty important gents: the Founding Fathers of NGSL.
As such, you might notice some fun happenings around Copeley Field. First, tomorrow (May 5) at 2pm we'll be bringing back a delightful little tradition known as the Founding Fathers Game. Come see if these salt-and-pepper softballers still got it as they take on current students in a game umped by UVA Law's own Prof. G.E. White (sweatsuit not guaranteed, but hoped for... longingly...). Take a break from the cold depths of the library and enjoy some sunshine and softball.
Second, there's a new addition to Copeley! No, not that confused goose that keeps hanging out, although we hope he sticks around for the game. Thanks to the generosity of the Founding Fathers, we've got ourselves a brand new bench:
A huge thanks to the Classes of '77 and '78. Other alums take note... we're now accepting donations for the Katie Beye Memorial Copeley Porta Potty.
- 23 apr -
NICE WIN, PITCHEZZZZZ!
A great big MAZEL TOV to this spring's D-League champions, Where My Pitches At. Yeah, yeah, the 3Ls win every year... but they've never looked this good doing it.
- 16 apr -
Post-Season Begins on Copeley Field
Playoffs are upon us! Feel free to strategize your team's road to victory and take a peak at this speason's playoff brackets here. For those of you who haven't yet gotten your fill of softball this semester, win all your games and enjoy another 5 or 6 more hours of glory on Copeley Field. To the non-winners among us... it's still the perfect opportunity to spend some time outside and enjoy the sunshine.
Speaking of which, it's currently 80 and sunny outside. We're out.
- 2 apr -
Double UVA Wins!
... make that a triple. For the first time since 2006, UVA teams brought home the coveted Schulte Roth & Zabel trophy in both the Regular and Co-Rec Divisions. Congratulations to both UVA Gold squads on their wins.
But the real MVPs of the tournament were the men of UVA Gray.
A ragtag bunch of UVA Law grads from across the country, Gray's squad consisted of members of the classes of '98 and '99, including one ex-SCOTUS clerk and current member of the UVA faculty. These men spent all of Friday at the Wild Wing party and were later spotted kicking it at Bilt AND tearing it up at No. 3. We heard six of them broke, sprained, or herniated something whilst wobbling. And they STILL dominated six teams of young whippersnappers - going 3-0 in pod play and beating another 3 teams on Sunday. Lawyering. Wobbling. Partying. Softball. These men excel at everything. We can only hope to be so freaking awesome when we're old and Gray.
Last but not least, a huge thank you to all of the teams that participated, all of our sponsors, and all of the staff and volunteers who made this year's invitational such a huge success. Without your help, none of this would be possible.
- 1 apr -
Tournament Brackets
We have posted copies of today's brackets, which will be updated periodically throughout the day with scores. Both the regular and co-rec brackets are accessible from ourtournament scores page.
Today marks the first day of the weekend we've all been waiting for. You can access a pdf of the master game schedule here. We will do our best to keep you updated with results throughout the weekend. (Results of pod play and Sunday bracket games will be made available here: TOURNAMENT SCORES.) Time to start our stretching routine.
Let the 29th Annual UVA Law Softball Invitational games begin!
- 18 mar -
Tourney Logo Unveiled
We thought we'd be nice and share:
T-shirts go on sale the week of the tournament, so you'll be able to get you hands on the sweet new design just one week from now! We personally can't wait to add to the heaping pile of tourney shirts already taking over our closets.
- 9 mar -
Spring Break < Invitational Tourney
We may be on spring break, but we haven't stopped working to bring you the awesomest most kick-assingest tourney ever! With classes out of the way for the week, we were able to take care of some really important stuff.
First, a huge thank you to our supporting sponsors - without their support, the tournament weekend would not be possible. Check out the list of benevolent benefactors to see if your firm is a supporter, and if they are, be sure to thank them!
Also updated is the list of this year's teams. Captains, don't forget to send us your team's profile. We really don't want to have to upload all 120+ at the last minute, so we might not. Turn it in now.
- 8 feb -
Tournament Update
Co-Rec Division is FULL. We can't wait to see the 72 teams that have signed up!
There are still spots open in the Regular Division. The registration deadline is March 2nd, but space is limited so we encourage interested teams to submit their materials sooner than later.
- 23 jan -
SPRING SEMESTER IS TOURNEY TIME!
With the spring semester come classes (boo) and the INVITATIONAL TOURNEY! HOORAY!
For our friends who are traveling here for the festivities in March, we've updated the accommodations page with a list of some hotels in the area. We'd host you all ourselves, but it got really awkward last time when we had to kick you out on Sunday.
Registration is still open, so if you haven't sent in your stuff yet, do it.
- 20 nov -
NGSL Fall Champs
The fall season is over - womp, womp. BUT four happy teams have been immortalized as NGSL champions and legends. Go ahead, click it. Now you can ogle the ugly mugs beautiful faces of this season's champs whenever you want!
- 14 nov -
2012 UVA Law Softball Invitational - REGISTRATION OPEN
We've updated the Invitational page, which now includes the registration form for this spring's tournament. Be sure to read the letter from the Tournament Directors and the FAQs, but most importantly, download the registration form and get to it!
- 10 nov -
... aaaand we're back.
After a nearly week-long suspension of our website with little to no explanation of why, we're back. We didn't pay a ton of attention during class 1L year, but we're pretty sure we were denied our right to a speedy trial... habeas corpus... juris secundum... oh whatever, we're back. Here's what you missed during our week in the cyber-slammer:
1L All-Star Games a Success!
Continuing the MLB-established tradition of completely inconsequential all-star games. As far as the talent... we've got a bone to pick with Trujillo's replacement, who apparently removed the "prior softball experience" section from the applications for this class.
Where My Pitches At? D-League Champs!
Still looking for those pitches, but finally won what is rightfully theirs this past weekend. Where beer and softball are concerned, the 3Ls always win.
Swingers and Hooligans Mash Like Woah - Final Game TONIGHT
Based on the merciless slugfest that a crew of Expendable-Hoolibros laid on the Chicks last week, they certainly don't have a problem pummeling weaker opponents into submission. But how will they fare against a more studly opponent? The Regular Division championship series is all tied up after two games... the champion will be decided TONIGHT at 6 p.m. on Park 6.
- 1 nov -
1L All-Star Games -- THIS Thursday on Park 6
Co-Rec @ 6:00 p.m. (1 dude and 1 chick from each section)
Men's @ 7:00 p.m. (2 dudes from each section)
Supposedly they're UVA Law's most qualified class... Let's see how they stack up in softball talent. Come check out the Class of 2014's finest in this year's 1L All-Star Games. Whether you're a 1L cheering on your section's MVP or a 3L scouting the fresh "talent," good times are just about guaranteed. Get your game on. Go play.
- 31 oct -
Playoff Brackets and Results
Follow playoff game results here at ngsl.com as we update the Co-Rec and Regular brackets on our rankings page daily.
Happy Halloween!
- 24 oct -
Week 4/5 Power Rankings Are Up!
We can't all be winners, but at least we (mostly) look good doing it! Check out the State of the League as we head into the final days of the regular season, with the updated rankings.
Speaking of the end of the season, be sure to get in as many games as you can this week - this Thurday is the last day of the regular season. As H-Ump already told your captains, we've secured additional field time during the evening at the Park in an effort to make sure everyone has a chance to schedule their make-up games.
Playoffs start Friday, so keep your muscles warm as the weather cools down and the competition gets hot! We're big fans of this routine if you're in need of some limbering-up. Short shorts optional.
- 10 oct -
MACHO Tourney Champions
Congrats, ladies!
A bunch of them won the HRSP Golf Tournament, too. Congrats to Ryan Taggett, Ikenna Adams and Terrell Ussing on the double win with teammate Dave Merritt.
- 2 oct -
And the Winner Is...
To see the full results from this year's Patton Boggs 1L Tournament, click here.
- 2 oct -
1L TOURNAMENT TODAY!
Despite Mother Nature's lack of cooperation, the annual 1L Tournament sponsored by Patton Boggs is underway! Check out the TOURNAMENT BRACKET for matchups. ((UPDATE: BRACKET REFLECTS (almost) LIVE RESULTS)) Games have already started this morning and are ongoing until the Championship at 3:30 p.m. on Copeley. Stop for some food and refreshments - and what was certainly one of our most memorable softball experiences!
- 28 sept -
Get Tee'd Off for a Good Cause
What: NGSL GOLF TOURNAMENT to benefit the Human Rights Study Project When: Saturday, October 8 Where: Meadowcreek Golf Course
The tournament will be a four person scramble, at a cost of $65 per person, with all proceeds over green and cart fees going directly to HRSP.
Prizes will be awarded for the winning and second place teams, as well as for closest to the pin on par 3s, longest drive, and a raffle winner.
Contact Jason McManis at jsmcmanis@gmail.com with any questions.
- 26 sept -
Women's Softball Clinic - This Weekend!
Join us SATURDAY at 11 a.m. on Copeley Field for a fun and instructional day of softball with your fellow female law students. We will be going over basic rules, giving instruction, answering any questions and ending the day with an all-girls scrimmage. It's also a great opportunity for 1Ls to brush up on their skills before the 1L tournament! Fear not if you're not quite a Rockland Peach - all skill levels are welcome. So channel your inner Kit or Dottie and get your softball on!
Unlike the guys, at least we look good doing it.
Contact Kendall Howes (kh3ef@virginia.edu) with any questions.
- 21 sept -
Who Says Law Profs Never Serve Up Softballs?
Come down to Copeley Field TOMORROW (Thursday) at 5 p.m. to watch the annual Student/Faculty Game. We can't promise you'll get an A in Torts, but you will get watch your Profs as they test their mettle at our game for a change. Talk about a "level playing field." (Parden our pun - sorry we're not sorry.)
As you can see, we value chutzpah and hustle and reward teams for fitting in games. With a decent number of "Did Not Plays" (DNPs), some teams managed to move UP in the rankings this week despite recording a loss in week 1.
In other news, NGSL is teaming up with Virginia Law Women to host a softball clinic for women this Saturday at 11 a.m. Heads up for updates and e-mails announcing the details. Ha - we made a rhyme.
In addition to being webmistress and poet, I'm going to play meteorologist and let you all know the forecast is calling for rain late in the week, so do what you can to get your games in early!
- 11 sept -
BATTER UP! Regular Season Play Starts Monday
This means a few things:
1) The law school halls will once again be covered with orange Copeley dirt
2) 1L sections will finally learn what makes UVA Law great
3) And... PRESEASON POWER RANKINGS ARE UP! Sure, they're mostly gibberish, but we like to feel funny and/or relevant sometimes. And SOME of us live and die by the rankings.
Now run along kiddies, and PLAY NICE!
- 23 aug -
Registration Open for Fall Season
HOORAY! Click here for a copy of the registration form.
All rosters and entry fees are due no later than 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 7.
Please note that there will be a mandatory captain's meeting at 6:00 p.m. that day in WB 105. All teams must have at least one representative present in order to participate in the season.
- 14 aug -
Welcome Back, Hoos!
Oh hey there - NGSL Web Mistress, here.
I'll bet you thought we'd forgotten about you. Fear not, we're on our way back to campus and ready for some softball! And classes and stuff, too. Since we're already counting down the days to Dandelion and the beginning of the season, we figured we ought to give you all a heads up so you can pencil Sharpie that into your super-duper color-coded, tabbed, awesomely organized calendar.
DANDELION PARADE
Friday, September 2
Caplin Auditorium Steps
1Ls: you will get more information about this from your Peer Advisors, but Dandelion is a UVA Law tradition that marks the opening day of the softball season.
REGISTRATION
COMING SOON! Start thinking about your rosters and be on the lookout for an update from us. Questions in the meantime, email us at uvalawsoftball@gmail.com.
What: NGSL GOLF TOURNAMENT to benefit the Human Rights Study Project
