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Tag Day: Saturday May 17th
2008 Tag Day Schedule
Tag Day is this weekend, and WBA players will be collecting donations at various Weirton businesses. Team assignments can be found by clicking the black schedule link above. Manager names are listed, please contact your manager with any questions.
Dave Cowden has contacted the businesses, assigned teams, and currently working on distributing cans to 1st shift teams. Cowden will be making rounds during the day to collect and empty cans, and final drop point for teams will be the concession stand.
Player Agents: Though Cowden personally called and/or emailed every manager, it would not hurt for you to remind your managers of their locations , pick up and drop off instructions. Thanks Dave for all the effort on this years event.
Welcome OVYBL Teams
In 2008, the Weirton Baseball website will once again be the official Schedule and Standings location for the Ohio Valley Youth Baseball League (Mustang, Bronco, Pony).
All teams are urged to review the Game Score Posting procedures found to the left in the Printable Documents section. In order to maintain accurate standings, we need 100% participation from all coaches and managers.
Also, keep in mind, that if any changes are worked out between coaches, communicate them to us via e-mail, and we will update here. This includes rescheduled make up games. OVYBL Team manager contact lists (Pony, Bronco, and Mustang) can be found by clicking the Printable Documents link near the bottom of the menu to the left. Contacts were updated on 4/20, all team contacts are now listed.
Thanks and good luck in 2008!
Mandatory Managers Meeting Rescheduled
The annual managers meeting has been rescheduled for Sunday, April 13, 2008 at 6:00pm at the American Legion (previously scheduled for Sunday, April 6, 2008). Meeting was rescheduled do to conflicting schedules with many managers.
Further info will be provided soon, as managers will need to collect info and manager dues from all coaches planned to support them in the 2008 season.
The Monthly Board meeting will remain at 7:00pm on April 6th.
Rosters being formed
It has become clear that our 50th Season is sure to one of our biggest in years with 453 kids signed up to compete within our complex. During this week, coaches and league officials have been working hard assebling competitively balanced teams in all age groups. Many of you may have heard from your coaches already.
To date, most leagues have complete team selections. Currently, just Shetland (t-ball), Pinto (7-8) and Mustang (9-10) need completed. Pinto draft will be held on Monday 3/16, Mustang tryouts are scheduled for 3/16 and 3/17.
ATTENTION Shetland, please note that with 144 kids in the t-ball division we have decided to "redraft" taking the 10 teams of 14 kids to 12 teams of 12 kids. This will allow coaches a better opportunity to manage and teach. **For this reason, you may hear from a new coach in the next few days.**
All rosters will be finalized, no later that March 20th. Thank you.
League Rosters to be Capped
With the sharp rise in numbers in 2008, we have been forced to establish caps in all leagues. Late registrations will be taken up to individual league limits by a first come, first serve basis. Once limit is met, further registrations will be placed on a waiting list. Thank you for your support and understanding. As of Sunday, March 16th, here are the limits:
- Shetland: Currently 144, w/ max set at 144. (after 5:30pm 3/10 will be on waiting list)
- Pinto: Currently 96, w/ max set at 96. (after 4:30pm 3/24 will be on waiting list)
- Mustang: Currently 65, w/ max set at 65. (after 4:35pm 3/11 will be on waiting list)
- Bronco: Currently 47, w/ max set at 48. (1 accepted prior to waiting list)
- Pony: Currently 24, w/ max set at 24. (after 8:45pm 3/11 will be on waiting list)
- Softball 11U: Currently 39, w/ max set at 39. (after 9pm 3/10 will be on waiting list)
- Softball 14U: Currently 42, w/ max set at 42. (after 9pm 3/10 will be on waiting list)
On March 10th. we opened nearly 40 roster spots in an effort to accomodate those affected by the closing of the Weirton Termites, along with any late WBA sign ups. If you have any questions, contact President Bill Waugh. Thanks.
2008 Team Selection Schedule
While there is a foot of snow on many fields, division tryouts and drafts are heating up. Tryouts will all be held in the newly remodeled indoor batting cage on the 2nd level of the clubhouse building. Here are the days, and times will be communicated by your individual player agents.
- Sunday, March 09, 2008 Shetland (Selection only, No tryout)
- Monday, March 10, 2008 Softball (both 11U & 14U)
- Tuesday, March 11, 2008 Bronco
- Wednesday, March 12, 2008 Bronco
- Thursday, March 13, 2008 Pony
- Saturday, March 15, 2008 Pinto
- Monday, March 17, 2008 Mustang
- Tuesday, March 18, 2008 Mustang
Coaches will contact you within 3 days of selection date. Rosters will also be placed online.
Baseball Fever is Contagious in Weirton
Weirton Baseball is setting records in sign ups for 2008!
As we near the start of our 50th Anniversary Season, the WBA has an outstanding 414 players registered to play and compete in our organization. This 18% increase over last year represents the 1st time in many years that we have seen over 400 kids in a single season.
In 2008, we will see a record ten Shetland t-ball teams, eight Pinto coach pitch teams, five Mustang teams, four Bronco teams, two Pony teams, three 11U softball teams, and three 14U softball teams. That's 35 total WBA teams, up from 29 a year ago.
Thank you all for coming out in record numbers! Please tell your friends, as we are still actively seeking registrations for Pinto (7-8 yr old), Bronco (11-12 yr olds), and Pony (13-14 yr olds). Online Registration will remain active.
Join us and let's make 2008 the best season yet!
Team Shirts Available for Parents
One request common to many surveys was "Can parents get jerseys like the kids?" That day is here. Get your team jersey to match your favorite major league kid.
In the 2008 Spring season, team shirts are being offered to parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, siblings and friends. They are being sold for a "limited time only." They are being sold currently for $10 each at the registration tables each week.
Adult shirts will feature your teams name in script on the front, and our 50th Anniversary logo on the right sleeve.
These shirts will only be available during the registration process. Don't wait until you see parents wearing team jerseys to decide you want one. It will be too late, as the order will be submitted with the team uniform orders. Get yours today!
2008 Online Registration is Open
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Online Registration Online registration for the 2008 spring season is now open. Click on the link labeled Online Registration in the menu to the left. Credit or Debit Card payments can be made from the Credit/ Debit Cards link, for added convenience.
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In-person Registration In-person registration will take place beginning Saturday, Feb 2, 2008. In-person registrations will be held at Millsop Community Center. Other dates listed below.
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2008 Spring Registration Announced
Registration for the upcoming 2008 spring baseball and softball seasons is coming soon.
New for 2008- Online Registration and Payment will be available 24/7 on this website beginning in early January. Details will be released soon.
Registrations will be accepted, in person, on any of the following dates at the Millsop Community Center. Time will be announced as we get closer to the scheduled dates.
t Saturday, February 02, 2008 10a- 2p
t Saturday, February 09, 2008 10a- 2p
t Saturday, February 16, 2008 3p- 6p
t Saturday, February 23, 2008 3p- 6p
Registration cost for the 2008 season is $50 per player, wth a $100 max per family. Read the next article for details regarding our new "Play for FREE" raffle program to potentially defer your entire 2008 registration costs.
There will be a $10 late fee for all registrations received after March 17, 2008.
First time registrants require government issued Proof of Age. The age of your child on April 30, 2008 determines in which league he or she will participate for the 2008 season. For any questions, please refer to the Pony age chart found in the Printable Documents section to your left.
The Weirton Baseball Association is committed to providing a safe, enjoyable facility for area youths to play baseball and softball. We hope to see you at one of our sign up dates. Tell your friends, relatives, and neighbors to join in the fun and sign up to play ball at our Kings Creek Complex in 2008.
Equipment Returns
ATTENTION MANAGERS!
We have begun the process of planning for the 2008 season; and a key element of that preparation is determining equipment needs for the upcoming year. If you have not already done so, please return your equipment bag from last season.
Various Board Members will be available at the fields this Saturday, September 29th from 10 am - Noon. If these times do not fit your schedule, contact any board member to make alternative arrangements.
Thank you for your cooperation.
2008 Board Elected
During the annual meeting held September 23, 2007, sixteen volunteers were nominated, elected, and named to the 2008 WBA Board of Directors. Congratulations to the following individuals who will make up the 2008 Board:
* President- Bill Waugh
* Vice President- Mike Payne
* Treasurer- Jeff Silvestri
* Secretary- Mike D'Amico
* Ways & Means- Dave Cowden
* Grounds & Maintenance- Rod Rosnick
* Concessions Officer- Mark Heilman
* Equipment Manager- Ed Austin
* Safety & Security Officer- Gerard Spencer
* Vice President Softball- Nate Mazur
* Player Agent- Softball- Jen Luevano
* Player Agent- Pony/ Bronco- Scott Klar
* Player Agent- Bronco/ Mustang- Joe Tunno
* Player Agent- Pinto- Dave Brenneman
* Player Agent- Shetland- Chris Gillette
* Asst Player Agent- Shet/ Pinto- Garland Freeman
The board formally meets at the American Legion on the first Sunday of each month throughout the year. Our next meeting will be October 7, 2007, and we will begin to discuss plans and ideas for the 2008 season, which will be our 50th Anniversary Season.
We are always in need of your help. Each year board members spend many hours of their personal time ensuring everything is set for the season. During the season, members are drawn in many directions outside of their positions to offer the best overall experience for the youth and parents of our association. There is plenty to do in this all-volunteer league. The kids depend on all parents for a quality baseball experience, and the board (volunteer parents) can use your help. If interested, please contact any board member or e-mail us at weirtonbaseball@hotmail.com Thank you!
WBA Teams to be Recognized.
On Tuesday July 31, 2007, the Wheeling Intelligencer/ News Register daily newspaper will feature an insert recognizing Ohio Valley area youth baseball and softball champions for the summer of 2007.
The WBA will be well represented, as photos were sent for all of our regular season and tournament championships for both baseball and softball.
Congrats to all teams! Be sure to pick up your copy on Tuesday!
Join the WBA Email List
Stay up to date on all the WBA information, news, updates and events by clicking on the link below the Main Menu on the left and join our email distribution system. We assure you that we won't load your inbox with usless information. You have the ability to select the info that you will receive.
To date, we have accumulated 183 email addresses (less than 1/2 of the WBA families). As postage costs continue to rise, this list should develop into our premier communication tool, as we commit to greater leaguewide communication in 2007. It can't be totally effective without leaguewide participation. Please take a moment and sign up. Thank you.
Standings Update for All Leagues
Game Reporting Procedure
The WBA has agreed to host the "Official" Standings of the OVYBL Baseball leagues, as well as area Softball leagues. I believe this will provide a great understanding of where teams align in the standings during the season. This service is only as accurate as the information submitted.
If you are a manager from any team listed on this site, Weirton or any other community, take a look at the attached document (Game Reporting Procedure link above), and begin following the procedure for posting scores. It is a simple process, but again the standings will only be as accurate as the info you submit.
Each team should assign a coach to input scores following each game. Typically, it will be the responsibility of the Home team, but all teams should monitor as a proper back up. Thanks.
POST YOUR PICTURES ON WBA's WEB SITE
If you have digital pictures of WBA players and teams in action, we'd like to post them to our on-line photo album. Pictures must be in .JPG or .GIF format. Email the pictures, along with a brief description for a caption (if desired) to: weirtonbaseball@hotmail.com
For more information on Pony Baseball, click on the logo above.
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