Committees

The Zelienople Harmony Athletic Association is always looking for help in planning, promoting and executing various activities throughout the year. During the season, volunteers are essential for a successful year. But, equally important, volunteers are needed in the off-season to ensure that everything is in place for a smooth-running season.

Volunteers are the life-blood of our organization. ZHAA has a long history of dedicated and caring volunteers. The success of our organization is directly tied to the generosity of parents who kindly give their time and skills.

Remember, ZHAA is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization, not affiliated with -- or funded by -- any other public or private organization. We always welcome the input and assistance of any interested party.

The following is a list of ZHAA committees and the work they perform throughout the year to help ensure a enjoyable and successful baseball and softball environment for our children. Please become involved where you feel you may be able to best help.

Building and Grounds

Coordinate, organize, schedule any construction projects; assure sufficient personnel on hand for any projects; keep tractor shed organized with sufficient supply of field marker, field dry and paint; assure gas for tractor; help keep fields clean; empty trash cans; pull weeds if needed; assign keys.

2011-12 Head: Chris Enders

Capital Improvement

Plan future strategies for the improvement of ZHAA facilities and equipment. Seek out suggestions on needed improvements. Prioritize projects for ensuing years based on budgetary considerations and manpower availability.

2011-12 Head: Adam Stickle

Clothing Sales

Coordinate clothing sales throughout the year. Obtain product and market to members.

2011-12 Head: Sara Beneigh

Concession Stand

Keep concession stands fully stocked; deliver product to stands and organize; assure each stand is manned for all games; clean stands.

2011-12 Head: Jennifer Yock

End-of-Season Pool Party

Organize, schedule and promote pool party at Zelienople Community Park. Determine food and entertainment needs and pricing, if any. Distribute flyers to league commissioners or coaches well in advance of event to assure membership knows date and details.

2011-12 Head: Greg Cowell

Field Day

Work with each league commissioner to determine exact needs for each field; coordinate with board of directors and outside vendors for any supplies, if needed; coordinate tool availability, if needed, (rakes, shovels, power tools, etc); coordinate any prep work, if needed, prior to field day; organize job list for each field and determine number of volunteers needed for each field; perform all reasonable work to get fields in playable condition (rake leaves, paint dugouts, repair fences, etc).

2011-12 Head: Mickey Flood

Fourth of July Concession Stand

Unload pop and ice at tent; collect tickets and hand out pop (one hour slot; two person for each slot).

2011-12 Head: Mindy Pasquale

Golf Outing/Steak Feed Fundraiser

Organize, promote and run annual golf outing; coordinate all activities with golf course. Publicize event (e-mails to ZHAA members, street signs, local advertising, etc); order all food and promotional prizes; secure donations; sell raffle tickets; obtain all equipment needed for cooking, serving and entertaining; assure that sufficient personnel is on hand to register and organize golfers and to cook and serve food.

2012 Golf Outing: June 2, 2012

2011-12 Head: Mark Marquardt

Night at the Races Fundraiser

Book hall (American Legion) and coordinate with race caller; publicize event (e-mails to ZHAA members, etc); coordinate ticket sales and horse sponsorships; solicit donations (gift baskets, door prizes, etc) from local business; organize 50/50 and Chinese auction ticket sales; arrange and coordinate admission, banker, and all other betting personnel; arrange for setup and cleanup with hall; coordinate any food/beverage ordering, if necessary.

2012 Night at the Races Date: TBA

2011-12 Head: Craig Carney/Eric DiTullio

Photo Day

Arrange for photographer and secure date(s) and location; coordinate photo needs with venue, if necessary; schedule time slots for all teams; distribute photo forms to coaches for handout to parents; distribute finished photo packages to coaches for delivery to parents; arrange for complimentary team photo for each sponsor.

2012 Photo Day: April 15, 2012

2011-12 Head: Lisa Campbell

Pirate ZHAA Day at PNC Park

Organize, schedule and promote ZHAA day at PNC Park. Work with Pirates on pricing, seating, ticket purchase details, etc. Distribute flyers to league commissioners or coaches well in advance of ticket purchase deadline to assure membership knows deadline date and specifics of ticket purchase requirements.

2012 ZHAA Day at PNC Park: June 10.

2011-12 Head: Adam Stickle

Player Development

Organize, schedule and promote clinics and other player development training sessions (Hitters, Hackers & Hoops, CVE/Evans City gym availability, etc); work with coaches on training ideas, tools, etc.; organize and coordinate Tryout Day.

2011-12 Head: Jeff Patton

Registration

Publicize dates, times and location of open registration dates (e-mails, street signs, school flyers, local advertising, etc); register players and families at open registration dates in spring and fall; assure forms are completed accurately and all payment is correct; assure all families are aware of volunteer requirements and have signed-up where necessary; distribute fundraiser tools (Coupon books, raffle tickets, etc.)

2011-12 Head: Jennifer Lightcap

Sponsorship

Contact local businesses for shirt sponsorship; coordinate shirt assignments for all teams including sponsor assignments, color assignments and size distribution; coordinate with shirt vendor to assure best pricing, accurate order and timely delivery.

2011-12 Head: Ed Lightcap/Adam Stickle

Steak Fry

Book shelter in Zelienople Community Park (allowing sufficient time to acquire largest shelter); print flyers and distribute to all coaches for handout to parents; determine good estimate of attendees; sell tickets; arrange for beverages, ice and grills (if necessary); contact and invite sponsors; order steaks from Herb Brittner; arrange for personnel to cook steaks for approximately 100; clean shelter; put table clothes on tables; clean-up.

2012 Steak Fry Date: TBA

2011-12 Head: Jennifer Phillips