CASL, gave me a community in my adult life. They have been patient with me teaching new sports, that I did not have the opportunity to learn in my childhood. I have made plenty of friends, and gained so much confidence

I moved to Cape Cod after I graduated from college in 2022. I didn’t grow up on the Cape, so I didn’t know anyone in the area. I did extensive research to determine how I could meet people, make friends, & become involved in the community. I utilized social media, local bulletin boards, & asked around. I discovered there were very few options. Luckily, I found CASL. I signed up for the winter dodgeball league as a free agent. I remember showing up my first day to the gym & thought “wow I’ve never seen so many young people in one place on the Cape this time of year!” Everyone in the league was so friendly and welcoming. I met so many kind & interesting people from different backgrounds that I never would have met had I not joined CASL. My dodgeball teammates & I immediately became great friends & I really looked forward to playing with them every week and then going to the bar for social hour afterwards with everyone in the league. We had so much fun that we signed up for kickball in the spring/summer! I’m forever grateful for the positive impact that CASL has had on my life & I’m so thankful I found the league. It’s the best way to meet people on the Cape! As an ex-collegiate athlete, it was not only an awesome way for me to stay active & in shape, but also to socialize & make new friends. I cannot say enough great things about CASL. Shawn does an amazing job of running the league. I can’t wait for the next season of CASL with all of my friends!

I haven’t found a better way personally how to be more social and make friends than sports games. That’s why when I got first time to US on Cape Cod in 2018 I started looking into sports groups where I can enjoy the game I love the most - soccer. And the CASL was the only place I found which has amateur soccer nights. They’re affordable, organized, planned and have everything, all I need to do is to show up. People are friendly and accepting any level of skill, gender and age. Moving forward to 2023 CASL is still the only sports group/community which have easy access, multifunctionality (physical activity, social, competitive and so on..) and perfect organization. The only and the best one on Cape Cod!

CASL gives me a reason to stay active and keep up with a social life. Some of my best friends were met through this league. It's something I look forward to after a long work week. My family owns a small construction business and have gotten multiple jobs by word of mouth from CASL. The world needs more of adults from all skill levels coming together to make lasting memories!

Cape Cod suffers from a labor shortage. CASL is one of the few community resources that plays a big role in shaping our community and encouraging professionals to stay on Cape. Both as a CASL participant and a Human Resources professional, I have seen first hand the impact to the community that CASL brings, providing a welcoming community to it's members and anyone interested in their events.

CASL played an important role in helping me connect with my community and while I haven't been active with CASL in the past couple of years, they continue to hold a special place in my heart and I regularly check in on their events and am still in touch with friends I made through their activities.

I continue to be impressed with the commitment and support that CASL provides and inspires.

Without CASL I feel I would have met people with my own interests.. nor would have I met my girlfriend of six years and counting. It is particularly hard to meet friends and people on this island and without a doubt if I haven’t joined CASL I would have had as many friends as I do now. Cape Cod needs young adult sports leagues and social events to help keep this island going

Meeting other people the same age with similar hobbies when in the adult world is much more difficult than I thought. Add in the pandemic and moving to a new state, it was very lonely. Luckily through work I heard about CASL and landed on a team that got along well. Even at first without the social outings because of Covid, CASL provided a weekly release from the stress of work. Add in the social aspect in 2022 and our team became the adult friends I needed to make cape a place I could continue to live and work. It provided the social balance that was missing. We have since traveled as a group to concerts, ski trips, weekend getaways and a vacation out of the country. We often have dinners out and participate in activities around cape cod.
I haven’t even reviewed the romantic relationship aspect of CASL. Our team has had two romantic relationships come from it and the league itself has more than I am aware. While my focus of joining was to find friends, a boyfriend was an unexpected plus.
When new young adults join my work team I immediately encourage them to join a CASL event so they can meet people.
The winter is a time of decreased activity and worsening depression and anxiety. Even on a well established team we have already got swept back up into adulthood and bailed on several outing ideas since our Wednesday commitment to dodgeball is no longer. Having a weekly CASL commitment helps young adults make time for fun, exercise and a break from work.

I’ve met all my best friends through CASL sports. It’s my outlet from every day stresses/ my therapy.
I’ve made plenty of business for my family business I run.
CASL is responsible for a ton of marriages! There are literally plenty of babies on this earth because of the league.
The other day my friend was so hurt over a breakup and I suggested joining the league to 1. Get out more and 2. See that there are plenty of other men out there and it’s an easy way to get to know people! And she hopes to join.
I believe there is genuinely only positives to CASL and it’s VERY important that we keep it going for the community!

I used to summer on the Cape when I was younger and I remember them being some of the best times of my life, because of this I decided to move to the Cape year round after college. What I found out shortly was that winters and summers on the Cape were totally different. The first couple of winters I had trouble meeting people my age and I didn’t have much of a social life. That immediately changed when I joined CASL. Through CASL I have made lifelong friendships and I can tell you that numerous people on Cape feel the same. I can even name multiple couples, who because of CASL, are now married.

The importance of CASL cannot be understated for young adults on the Cape, especially during the winter months where there are a lack of healthy activities. With the importance and emphasis of mental health in society I believe CASL has helped the mental health of my young adults, because of this, I believe the Wixon gym should be available for CASL.

Nick Philpott

I moved to Cape Cod not knowing anyone, and took a leap signing up for dodgeball. It was one of the best, most fun things I have ever done. I met the most amazing people, which also led me to sign up for kickball. Thanks to CASL for providing the best times with the best people!

Distinguished Selectmen, I write this testimonial not as a sports fanatic, but as a concerned citizen and proud participant in the Cape Cod Adult Sports League (CASL). This remarkable organization isn't simply about dodgeballs and kickballs; it's about community, well-being, and the very fabric of our town.CASL offers more than just athletic activities. It's a vibrant network where diverse individuals – from teachers to firefighters, business owners to lobstermen – connect, collaborate, and forge lasting friendships. The shared pursuit of fitness and friendly competition becomes a bridge across professions, ages, and backgrounds. Witnessing this camaraderie firsthand, I can confidently say CASL fosters a stronger, more cohesive Cape Cod.Beyond fostering social connections, CASL demonstrably promotes physical and mental well-being. Our active roster boasts improved fitness levels, stress reduction, and a renewed sense of joy. These benefits go beyond individual participants; a healthier, happier community leads to less healthcare costs and increased productivity – tangible returns on investment for our town.Currently, CASL operates in facilities that don't fully accommodate its thriving membership. Providing dedicated gym space would be a strategic investment in Cape Cod's present and future. It would empower CASL to expand its impact, welcoming more residents, fostering greater community engagement, and enhancing the overall well-being of our town.Investing in CASL isn't just

I have never been an athlete, but have always loved social activities. Social activities are much harder to come by as an adult. CASL has allowed me to continue this aspect of life that I think it essential. I have meet so many amazing people from all over the Cape through CASL. It brings our Cape Cod community together. I find that when we miss a season, we miss opportunities for community involvement, social networking, and overall wellness.

Not to mention, it is so much fun, and not only for the players, but the spectators too.