San Diego North County Senior Softball (NCSS)

COVID-19 Update: Senior Softball Returns!

The county case rate has declined enough for the state to allow outdoor athletics, including softball. The city of Carlsbad has also confirmed that the fields are available for use, provided we document our safety procedures. As a result, we are pleased to announce that NCSS league practices have resumed.

Over the past few weeks, the practices have work so well that we expanded our practices from 2 fields to 3 fields, and we added another day for practicing.

First, our traditional Monday practice and pickup game has resumed. This will be held at Pine and is open to all players. This will be the only field for Mondays. And this practice will continue even after our seasonal games start on May 4th.

We will continue using 3 fields on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Pine and Alga for batting practice and pick up games until the start of our next season on May 4th. The Pine field will continue to be for 'vaccinated only' players until the season starts. The practices at the two Alga fields are open to all players.

So, to review:

Mondays: Practice / Pickup game at Pine open to all players

Tuesdays: Practice / Pickup game at Pine for 'vaccinated only' players

Practice / Pickup games at both Alga fields open to all players

Thursdays: Practice / Pickup game at Pine for 'vaccinated only' players
Practice / Pickup games at both Alga fields open to all players

Again, the last practices on Tuesday and Thursday will be on April 29th.

The practices at Alga Norte and Pine starting at 9am. Click on the links for a map of the field locations. The practices have a round of batting practice and then have a pickup game. You can come just for the batting practice or just the pickup game or both. It is up to each player to determine their comfort level and fitness.

In order to comply with Carlsbad, county, and state COVID guidelines, we are also making the following recommendations on all practices and games:

Players are encouraged to practice social distancing whenever possible. Avoid the dugout. Instead, use the stands.
Players are encouraged to wear masks when off the field and social distancing is not possible.
Players are encouraged to bring hand sanitizer and/or wipes to be periodically applied.
It is recommended that bats not be shared. If they are shared, wipes should be used.
The state guidelines suggest no spectators.

In order to play on the 'vaccinated only' field, we ask you to bring your vaccination card to your first practice. For the Pfizer and the Moderna, you will need to show 2 shots and 1 shot for the J&J. We will record that on the league’s master roster, so you won't need to present your card at each practice.

If you are new to our league, you are welcome to join us!

About Us

What is NCSS all about?

Welcome to North County Senior Softball: a Recreational League for Men & Women ages 55 & Up!

Seniors in North County (San Diego) have a great, fun way to stay active and meet a great bunch of people. Join us in playing softball!

So who is a "Senior"? We say that men and women as young as 55 qualify. That's it! Everyone is welcome!

The North County Senior Softball League is recreational, so all skill levels are welcome! Do not worry that you haven't played in decades. It was the same for most of us. Besides, safety is our first concern. After all, we want to continue for a long time. We have several players in their 80's, still going strong!
League games are played on Tuesday & Thursday mornings on fields in various locations in Carlsbad.

NEW PLAYERS!

JOIN US FOR PICKUP GAMES AT PINE PARK IN CARLSBAD EVERY MONDAY MORNING STARTING AT 9 AM FOR EVALUATION AND LEAGUE INFORMATION.

Recreational with team competition.

Our league has two 6-month seasons per year, and a post season tournament where all the teams will compete for bragging rights.

Click here to check out our latest game schedule.

Social Gatherings.

After our games, many will gather at one of our sponsor locations to have lunch and brag about the game highlights.

Click here to check out our excellent sponsors!