My name is Marv Ruddell.
Many of you know me. I have been doing this going on the 16th year now. Yes, I'm a Senior like many of you. This business is my livelihood. I depend on it to pay bills and try to enjoy life like you. Over the past 15 years, I have been committed to delivering the best in regional senior softball. We have had ups and downs. I have never once been afraid of being robbed. I trust people, maybe too much at times. Especially the people who play softball at our tournaments. But on December 14th 2025, that trust was broken. Near the end of the Toys 4 Kids charity tournament, a cowardly thief removed an envelope with $5,692 in cash from my briefcase. That cash was intended to cover the field rental for that weekend. I really need some help as this was an important portion of the cost that has to be paid. Valley-wide wants that money. I want to pay them. However, I live from tournament to tournament to stay ahead of financial responsibilities. This one is bad. I do not have an extra $5,700 laying around. My savings took a hit in 2025 due to four rainouts. So, I'm asking you to help where you can. I will include a link to two fundraisers. If you can donate, that would be great. But if you can’t, please copy the link and post it to your social media account if you have one. If not, share it with someone who has one. Please pray for us as an organization. I know many of you rely on us to provide the service we offer. Think what it would be like if we couldn't do that for you?
Please help my people and me. We are myself, Tom, Rodney and all the umpires.
In closing, if you were at the Toys 4 Kids tournament, the thief took a standard white letter-sized envelope with Valley-Wide written on it. This one was about 1.5" thick. It was full mostly of 20-dollar bills.
If you saw something you consider suspicious or somebody lurking in the tent while we were not there, pass it on to me.
I have filed a police report, and if I find the person responsible, I WILL FILE CHARGES.
Thank you
Go Fund me https://gofund.me/5cccd31d5 SpotFund http://spot.fund/nvzsgj7sp
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The Southern California Senior Softball Association, based in Murrieta, California, is the leading name in competitive senior softball. With 15 years of experience organizing top-tier tournaments, we provide an unmatched playing experience for men and women aged 40 and older. Our events take place at some of the finest venues in Southern California, including San Clemente, Lake Forest and the Diamond Valley Sports Complex in Hemet. Players from across the western United States join us for events like the prestigious TOYS 4 KIDS in Dec and the fan-favorite Bash at the Beach, where competitive play meets the perfect coastal getaway. Whether you’re looking for high-level competition or simply the camaraderie of the game, our tournaments deliver an unforgettable experience.
From the first pitch to the final out, we ensure that every tournament is well-organized and played on fields designed for quality competition. With 11 events scheduled throughout the year, players have plenty of opportunities to test their skills, challenge themselves against other top teams, and enjoy a professionally managed softball environment. Our venues feature enclosed, lighted fields, well-maintained playing surfaces, and even free RV parking At Diamond Valley Sports Park for teams traveling to compete.
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16th ANNUAL WINTER CLASSIC
The One Day'r
Teams 65 and up 3GG
Wed. Only January 14th
Tournament Fee $450
Big Leage Dreams - Perris CA
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Wongs 65AAA - Jokers 65 AAA
Samurai 70M - Wongs 70M - Strike Force 70M - OTE 75M
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16th ANNUAL WINTER CLASSIC
Group #2
Teams 40 to 60 4GG
(40s & 50s Play One Day 3GG - $450)
All Others - Tournament Fee $525
January 17-18
Diamond Valley Sports-Plex - Hemet, CA
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G-Force/Epic Athletics 50AAA
So Cal Guys 55AAA - Riptide 55AAA - Top Gun Storm 55AAA
Jus da Fellas 55AAA - Fossil Fuel 60AAA - Top Gun Fury / Written in Red 60AAA - Harper Boys 60AAA
Toys 4 Kids
Dec 13-14 Hemet CA
Red 50M
First Place: Asylum Ballers 50M
2nd Place: Kings 50M
Purple 65AAA
First Place: Top Gun Stars 65AAA
2nd Place: Riptide 65AAA
Yellow 60M
First Place: Samurai 60M
2nd Place: Top Gun Warriors
Blue 50AAA
First Place: Rancid 50AAA
2nd Place: So Ca Viejos 50AAA
Pink 55AAA
First Place: Jus da Fellas 55AAA
2nd Place: So Ca Bears 55AAA
Green 55M
First Place: Redeemed 55M
2nd Place: L.A.F. 55M+
Orange 60AAA
First Place: Fossil Fuel 60AAA
2nd Place: Weakend Warriors 60AAA
Lt Blue 70AAA - 70AA
First Place: Weakend Warriors 70AAA
2nd Place: Lights Out 70AA

Refund Policy: NO REFUNDS are given to teams withdrawing within 10 days of any event. Teams pulling out are also liable for full amount of fees depending on the circumstances. Reason... We have to secure fields and pay for them two weeks in advance. "If you tell us you're going to be there we expect you to be there" If you need help with players call us. We always have a pool of players wanting to play.
Rain-outs: No refund will be given if at least 50% of the scheduled games have been completed.
Refunds: No refunds will be given for any event cancellation. ie Rain. A credit will however be issued to that team's next entered tournament CANCELLATION: Our deadline for a team to drop out of the tournament is 8 to 10 days before the tournament which is usually a Friday. If a team drops out after the deadline they are required to pay the $100 deposit as a late cancellation fee. That fee must be paid by the next tournament.
Teams Dropping Out: A team Leaving a tournament or withdrawing after the entry deadline date and not fulfilling their obligation to finish has an adverse effect on the rest of the teams. Therefore, that team will be penalized $100 and given to the opposing team. This will be assessed on the next tournament they enter.
Ratings Policy: We use team and players ratings put out by SSUSA. If a team does not have a rating with SSUSA we will explore other options to get the team properly rated.
Rules: SCSSA Official Rules: Refer to official SSUSA Rule Book with the following additions or exceptions.
🔹Pitch Height: 6'-12' Batter Count: 1-1 count one to waste.
🔹HOME RUN LIMITS: AA – 3, AAA – 5, MAJOR – 7, MAJOR PLUS – 9
🔹Retouch rule: Retouch rule is in effect. Runners at first or third can stay just off the bag when the ball is hit. On a ground ball, they can continue to the next bag without re-touching. On a caught fly ball, runner must re-touch.
🔹 Pitcher's: It is mandatory all pitchers to have head gear.
🔹 Balls: We use only legal stamped 375/44 balls only. As of 2025 season the ISA ROCKS are no longer to be used.
🔹Bats: If an umpire has any suspicions that a bat is illegal, he/ she has the right to remove the bat from play.
🔹Game Length: All games go 60 mins then open inning throughout the tournament.
🔹Flip-flop rule: SSUSA Flip-flop rule. Visiting team must be up by 10 runs going into the open inning.
🔹Mercy Rule: 20 runs after 4 innings, 15 runs after 5 or 6 innings.
🔹 Start of games: The clock starts 2 mins after the plate meeting whether the home team is on the field or not.
🔹 Extra Innings: Games can end in a tie during pool play. If a game is tied up at the end of regulation play in playoffs, we would resort to last player out in the previous inning starts at 2nd base. The new inning will start with no outs.
🔹 Equalizer: Our equalizers are inning's 1-5. 65's double equalizer: they get 7 runs 1 per inning and must reach the inning to obtain the run.
🔹 Home runs If A Equalizer Is At Play: If there is an equalizer the team receiving the equalizer would play the homeruns of the opposing team. If they do not take the equalizer, then the home runs would be of the team with the lesser rating.
🔹 Home Team: Coin flip in seeding. Higher seed throughout playoffs
🔹 Base Runner Safety Rule: Runners on first and or third will be allowed to lead off the respective bag. The runner at third can not move closer to home and must maintain a perpendicular angle. The runner must reattach when advancing on a fly out. Otherwise, it is not necessary once the ball is put in play

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This is a painting of our brother in Christ, Charlie Kirk. I did not paint a man who is dead; no, I painted a man who is more alive than he has ever been before. Before the Throne of the Living God, our dear Charlie is whole, complete, and given a crown for the sacrifice he made. And I know he is watching down on all of us, still cheerin
This is a painting of our brother in Christ, Charlie Kirk. I did not paint a man who is dead; no, I painted a man who is more alive than he has ever been before. Before the Throne of the Living God, our dear Charlie is whole, complete, and given a crown for the sacrifice he made. And I know he is watching down on all of us, still cheering us on. By the young age of 31, he pushed himself past the limits of what most believe is even possible for one man to accomplish. And he did so with passion, conviction, and purpose. His faith in God was what gave him strength each day to get up and run the race set before him. He lived a bold and courageous life of love and honor before the Lord, leading many into the light. His shoes walked a path of intense and divine destiny. All the while, he encouraged the people of God to do the same. Many have said, “He has big shoes to fill.” But men like Charlie…they do not teach us how to fill their shoes, instead, they teach us the power of what can happen when we fill our own shoes. What is God calling you to do in this life? Whatever it is, may you walk it out with the same passion and wholehearted commitment as Charlie did. I pray that his legacy will echo through the ages, reaching the hardest of hearts, drawing people back to their Father, and inspiring us to live as Christ did, in total surrender to the One who gives us life. “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.” -Colossians 3:23-24.
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