"For the U12 (squirt) age group previous softball or baseball experience is preferred but it is not necessarily a priority. We are looking for girls with strong athletic abilities and a desire to learn and play the game of softball. We are focused on player development and there is ample time for natural athletes to improve on their existing softball or baseball skills prior to the start of the season. We understand that some players also play other sports such as lacrosse and soccer and we are prepared to accommodate when conflicts arise. Our objective is to ensure that young women remain active in sport activities such as softball well into their teens and adult years".

- Thunder 02B head coach, Tracy Bell

South Surrey White Rock Minor Softball Association strives to teach young athletes the fundamentals of the game of softball and to foster the growth of honesty, integrity, self‑esteem and teamwork. Our Thunder Rep ‘B’ program is designed to provide players with the opportunity to develop their softball skills beyond the House ‘C’ level. The Thunder Rep ‘B’ program provides a more competitive environment for those athletes who enjoy that aspect of the game.

Thunder teams are certainly a step up the competitive ladder from our house level, however our Rep B program is not a win at any cost kind of competitive program. The program has a strong focus on long term player development and players are encouraged to challenge their abilities. Players who fully participate in games and practices can reasonable expect equal playing time.

To achieve this higher level of competitiveness, players are expected to commit more time and effort to the softball team. Typically this means that the team will practice regularly starting in October, usually once a week. Pitchers and catchers can expect to attend weekly pitching clinics throughout the fall and winter. This practice schedule allows players to continue to participate in other fall and winter sports which we strongly encourage. During the  season, more practice time is expected, teams will play weekday games throughout the lower mainland and have more weekend tournaments. Thunder teams are expected to be available to play into mid July. The Thunder team is a select team so players do need to try out. Our try out process is designed to be as unbiased as possible so that athletes are selected based on their athletic and softball skills.

South Surrey White Rock Thunder 2002 is looking for a few additional female players. Players born in both 2002 and 2003 are welcome. Please contact Thunder coach Tracy at tracy@labellefleur.com or at 778-999-6803 for more information.