travel baseball bylaws

SLP Traveling Baseball Bylaws

Bylaws of the st. louis park baseball association.

These Bylaws are hereby established by the St. Louis Park Baseball Association through its Board of Directors. Any and all prior agreements, resolutions, practices, policies, rules or regulations relating to this organization, to the extent inconsistent with these Bylaws, are hereby superseded.

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

ARTICLE I             NAME, STANDING AND MISSION STATEMENT

ARTICLE II             PURPOSE, ELIGIBILITY AND SCOPE OF PLAY

ARTICLE III             LOCATION

ARTICLE IV             MEMBERSHIP

ARTICLE V             MEETING OF MEMBERS

ARTICLE VI             BOARD OF DIRECTORS

ARTICLE VII             COMMITTEES

ARTICLE VIII            FISCAL MANAGEMENT

ARTICLE IX            AMENDMENT

ARTICLE I Name of Organization .  The name of this organization is St. Louis Park Baseball Association, d/b/a St. Louis Park Traveling Baseball Association, hereinafter described as SLPBA or SLP Traveling Baseball.

STANDING .  SLPBA is and will at all times be a nonprofit, community service organization under the bylaws and policies of the SLPBA until such time SLPBA terminates, or in any way ceases to function as SLPBA.

MISSION STATEMENT :  SLPBA exists to teach and promote the game of baseball in an environment that fosters competition and individual development, instills the importance of being part of a team, readies players for Legion and High School baseball, and enhances the enjoyment of youth baseball players in the St. Louis Park community consistent with the goals below.

PURPOSE, ELIGIBILITY AND SCOPE OF PLAY

SLP Traveling Baseball organizes baseball teams for baseball players living in St. Louis Park, MN or attending school in the St. Louis Park School District. Our goal is to create a comprehensive, community-based program to support the development of players across a wide range of participation levels. Our ultimate vision is to foster consistent teams at the youth level to support our High School and Legion teams. 

The SLP Traveling Baseball program goals are to do the following:

• Provide effective, high quality training for players and coaches at all levels.
• Provide programs that are cooperative with and respected by other community programs.
• Seek to maximize the potential of every player in the program.
• Encourage and foster player participation for the full length of a player’s youth sports career by putting each player in a position to be successful.
• Emphasize the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship.

TEAMS AND LEVELS

SLP Traveling Baseball teams play in the Metro Baseball league ( www.mbl.bz ).  

The final number and level of traveling teams (i.e., AAA, AA, A) offered will be decided by the St. Louis Park Baseball Board on an annual basis and will be determined by registration numbers and talent level.  Traveling teams will play 16 league games (8 home and 8 away) vs. surrounding communities in the metro area. 

SLP Traveling Baseball teams typically play Minneapolis, Eden Prairie, Edina, Wayzata and other surrounding communities based on the assigned region.  SLP Traveling teams also typically play in 3 regular season weekend tournaments with the opportunity of up to 3 state tournaments held in July. The SLP Traveling Baseball Season typically runs from Mid-April to end of July.

ARTICLE III

The principal office of SLPBA, at which the general business of the organization will be transacted and where the records of the organization will be kept, shall be at such location in St. Louis Park, MN as may be fixed from time to time by the Board of Directors of SLPBA.

The general membership of SLPBA shall consist of parents/guardians of the registered eligible players.  Rules may be established by the Board to determine who will be recognized to vote, upon what matters, and how voting rights are determined.

MEETING OF MEMBERS

Section 1. Place of Meetings.   Meetings of the general membership shall be held at the principal office of SLPBA or at such other suitable places as may be designated by the Board of Directors from time to time.

Section 2. Regular Meetings.   Regular meetings of SLPBA shall be held at least once per year as determined by the Board of Directors which shall set the specific date and time for each regular meeting. The members shall transact such business of SLPBA as may properly come before them.

Section 3. Special Meetings. Special meetings of the membership may be called by the President of the Board of Directors or shall be called by the President as directed by a resolution adopted by a majority of the Board of Directors or upon a written request signed by at least thirty percent (30%) of the voting members.  The notice of any special meeting shall state the time, the place, and the purpose of such meeting.  No business shall be transacted at the special meeting except as stipulated in the notice.

Section 4. Presiding Officer. The President of the Board of Directors of SLPBA shall be the presiding officer of all meetings of the membership.  In the absence of the President, the Vice President shall preside. In the absence of both persons, the members may elect a President Pro Tem for that one meeting.

Section 5. Notice of Meetings. It shall be the duty of either the Secretary or the President to mail, email or personally give a notice of each regular or special meeting stating the purpose thereof, as well as the time and place where the meeting is to be held.  The notice if mailed or emailed shall be sent to each member at the latest address appearing on the records at SLPBA offices.  The notices of regular meetings shall be sent so as to be received at least seven (7) calendar days prior to such meeting. Notice of special meetings shall be sent at least two (2) working days prior to such meeting.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Section 1. Number and Eligibility. The Board of Directors of SLPBA shall consistent of five (5) voting Officers and such additional non-voting members as the Board shall determine from time to time. The voting positions of the Board shall be the following Officer positions:  (1) President,

(2) Vice President, (3) Secretary, (4) Treasurer, and (5) Director of Player Development. 

To be eligible to serve as a member of the Board (whether as a voting Officer or whether as a non-voting Board member), the individual must be a member of SLPBA (per Article IV) or a resident of St Louis Park. 

Each Board of Directors position shall be an annually elected position as determined by an anonymous ballot among current Board Officers and those in the membership eligible to vote (per Article IV) who appear at the regularly scheduled annual Board meeting for the purpose of electing Board members. The presiding voting members of the current Board (or such subcommittee of two or more Board members designated by the presiding Board President) shall tally the votes at the Board election and promptly announce the results.

Section 2. Governing Powers. The Board of Directors shall have all the powers and duties necessary or appropriate for the overall direction of SLPBA.  They may engage in such acts and do such things as are not prohibited by a law or these bylaws.

Section 3. Election and Term of Office .  Board members shall hold office until the completion of their annual term at which time the Board member may choose to run for another one-year term at his or election.  There shall be no limit on the number of terms a Board member can serve.

Section 4. Vacancies. Vacancies in the Board of Directors caused by any reason other than the removal of a Director under Section 5 below shall be filled by a vote of the majority of the remaining voting members of the Board of Directors.

Section 5. Removal of Board Members.  At any regular or duly called special meeting of the general membership, any one or more of the Board Members may be removed by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the membership or by a majority vote of the Officers on the Board.  A successive Board Member may then be elected by a majority of the Officers on the Board to fill the vacancy.  Any Board Member whose removal has been proposed shall be given at least thirty (30) days’ notice of the intent to take such action and an opportunity to be heard at this meeting.

Section 6. Compensation. No compensation shall be paid to directors for their services to SLPBA. Directors may be reimbursed for actual expenses incurred by them in the performance of special duties provided such expenses were authorized by the Board for the benefit of SLPBA.

Section 7. Regular Meetings. Regular meetings of the Board of Directors may be held at such time and place as shall be determined from time to time by the Board President.  The Board of Directors shall meet at least eight (8) times each year, approximately monthly.

Section 8. Special Meetings. Special meetings of the Board of Directors may be called by the President of the Board upon at least two (2) working days’ notice to each Director.  This notice shall be given personally or by mail, by e-mail or telephone. The notice shall state the place, time and the purpose of the meeting.

ARTICLE VII

Section 1. Establishing Committees . The President of the Board of Directors may establish committees having authority of the Board in the management of the business of SLPBA.  Committees are subject at all times to the direction and control of the Board.

Section 2. Membership . The committee must consist of one or more persons.  The committee members need not be a member of the Board of Directors.

Section 3. Term of Office.   Each member of a committee shall continue as such until his or her successor is appointed, unless the committee shall be sooner terminated, or unless such member is removed from such committee, or unless such member shall cease to qualify as a member thereof or resign.

ARTICLE VIII

FISCAL MANAGEMENT

Books and Accounts. Books and accounts of SLPBA shall be kept under the direction of the Treasurer of SLPBA.

Section 2. Execution of the SLPBA Documents. The Board of Directors may authorize any Officer or Officer's agent or agents to enter into any contract or to execute and deliver any instrument in the name of and on behalf of SLPBA.  Such authority may be general or confined to specific instances. These authorizations are in addition to those authorized by these bylaws.

Section 3. Loans. No loans shall be contracted on behalf of SLPBA nor evidence of indebtedness shall be issued in its name unless authorized by resolution of the Board of Directors.  Such authority shall be confined to specific instances.

Section 4. Deposits. All funds of SLPBA not otherwise employed shall be deposited from time to time to the credit of SLPBA in such bank or banks or other depositories as the Board of Directors may elect.

Section 5. Conflict of Interest. The Board shall not enter into any contract or transaction with (a) one or more of its directors, (b) a director of a related organization or (c) an organization in or of which a director of SLPBA is a director, officer or legal representative, or in some other way has a material financial interest unless:

1) That interest is disclosed or known to the Board of Directors,

2) The Board approves, authorizes or ratifies the action in good faith,

3) The approval is by a majority of directors (not counting the interested director),

4) At a meeting where a quorum is present (not counting the interested director).

The interested director may be present for discussion to answer questions, but may not advocate for the action to be taken and must leave the room while a vote is taken. The minutes of all actions taken on such matters shall clearly reflect that these requirements have been met.

Section 6. Checks, Drafts, Etc. All checks, drafts and other orders for payment of funds will be signed by such Officers or such other persons as the Board of Directors shall designate in its approved financial policies.

Section 7. Indemnity. SLPBA shall indemnify and hold harmless any Director from any suit, damage, claim, judgment or liability arising out of, or asserted to arise out of conduct of such person in his or her capacity as a Director except in cases involving willful misconduct.  Indemnification provided under this section shall comply with and follow the requirements as provided by statute.  The Association shall have the power to purchase or procure insurance for such purposes.

Section 8. Examination by Directors. Every director of SLPBA shall have a right to examine, in person or by agent or attorney, at any reasonable time or times, and at the place or places where usually kept, all books and records of SLPBA and make extracts or copies thereof.

Both the Board of Directors and the members shall have the power to amend the Articles of Incorporation and these bylaws. Subject to restrictions imposed by statute, the Board may amend the articles and bylaws by adopting a resolution setting forth the amendment, providing written notice of the proposed amendments at least 15 calendar days prior to a duly called meeting.  Such amendment shall require an affirmative vote of a majority of the Officers of the Board at a duly constituted meeting.

The foregoing Bylaws of the St. Louis Park Baseball Association were adopted on the ___ day of October, 2016, by action of the Board of Directors.

Royalton Youth Travel Baseball

                                                                          ROYALTON YOUTH TRAVEL BASEBALL

                                                                                      TRAVELING BASEBALL

                                                                                                 BY-LAWS

                                                                                                 ARTICLE I

                                                                                          PURPOSE/MISSION

SECTION 1           The purpose of the Royalton Youth Travel Baseball (RYTB) Board (hereafter known as "Board") shall be to promote and operate traveling baseball programs for youth residing within the boundary area of Independent School District 485, focusing on youth residing in the City of Royalton and those in other communities within the Royalton High School Attendance Area. Deviation from the eligibility area will require approval by the Board.  This Board may waiver in on equal basis individuals from other school districts that don’t have organized youth baseball travel program.

SECTION 2           The mission of Royalton Youth Travel Baseball is to promote an enjoyable, safe, positive learning  and fair environment for the development of Royalton student athletes’ baseball skills in manners which foster respect for others, self-confidence, leadership and teamwork.  RYTB shall include the instruction and training of Royalton student athletes in manners which produce the highest level of baseball competition at elementary and secondary grade levels while maintaining the highest degrees of participation, sportsmanship and methods of physical conditioning so as to improve and develop Royalton student athletes’ baseball achievements and capabilities, and directing and conducting baseball events.

                                                                                                ARTICLE II

                                                                                              MEMBERSHIP

SECTION 1           Membership is granted to each individual with payment of complete traveling baseball fees. Board members must live in the Royalton High School attendance area or have a child participating in Royalton Youth Travel Baseball.

                                                                                                ARTICLE III

                                                                                     BOARD OF DIRECTORS

SECTION 1           The Board shall consist of seven (7) members, of which three (3) members will be officers in the positions of President, Secretary, and Treasurer.

SECTION 2           Meetings will be scheduled as necessary. Meetings shall be held at a designated location determined by the President. Notice of meetings shall be communicated to each Board member as applicable.

SECTION 3           Special meetings of the Board may be called at any time by the President or any three directors, provided adequate notice is given to each officer and director.

SECTION 4           The Board of Directors shall:

Perform all duties specifically delegated to it in these by-laws.

Approve all contracts necessary for the transaction of all business.

Fill vacancies among the officers and directors by a vote of a majority of the Board members in office.

Make rules for the conduct of the members of the organization and for the use of its property.

Prescribe and publish rules regulating the use of the organization’s equipment and conduct of both members and participants.  Approve any changes to these rules and regulations.

Make, alter and amend rules for its own procedures and fix and enforce penalties for the violation of such rules.

Have complete jurisdiction over the organization’s finances and have exclusive power to make or authorize appropriations and approve operating budgets.

Have the general power to manage all the affairs of the organization.

Sanction all fundraisers.

SECTION 5           A majority (4) of the directors in office shall constitute a quorum for the conduct of business

SECTION 6           All Board members will be nominated and voted on by the Board. Each Board member shall be elected to serve for a term of five (5) years. A Board member shall hold office for the term for which he/she was elected and until the end of the meeting at which his/her successor has been elected, or until the member's death, resignation or removal. All Board elections will be elected by the current Board, one vote per Board member.

SECTION 7           A Board member may be removed for failing to carry out expected duties or conduct detrimental to Royalton Youth Travel Baseball. In order to remove a Board member, a written complaint must be presented to the Board. The complaint will be reviewed and investigated by members of the Board. If sufficient justification, a hearing before the full voting Board will be held. The simple majority vote of the Board is required for the dismissal of a Board member. This removal process applies to any/all Board members as deemed necessary by the Board. 

SECTION 8           Any vacancy in an non-officer board position because of death, resignation, removal, disqualification or otherwise shall be filled by a candidate approved by the Board.

SECTION 9           No officer/Board Member of the Association shall receive any compensation for his or her service as an officer of the Association.

                                                                                         ARTICLE IV

                                                                               DUTIES OF OFFICERS

SECTION 1           Duties of the President:

Be the chief executive officer of the organization and preside over all regular and special meetings of the Board of Directors.

Enforce all rules, laws and regulations of the organization and have general active management of the business of the organization.

Be ex officio a member of all standing committees and have the general powers and duties of supervision and management duly vested in the office of president of an association.

Appoint the chairperson of standing committees of the organization subject to approval of the Board.

In advance of each regular monthly meeting provide to the Secretary an agenda of items to be acted on or discussed at the meeting.

Serve on the Rules Committee.

Perform such other duties as are specifically provided in the by-laws and as shall be imposed by the Board.

SECTION 2           Duties of the Treasurer:

Perform all duties of the President in the absence of the President.

Serve on the Fundraising Committee.

Keep account of all Monies received and deposit same in the name of the organization in such depository as shall be designated by the Board.

Keep account of money disbursed upon checks and vouchers by approved budget or special Board action.

Submit a detailed financial statement for the year to date at each meeting of the Board for their approval.

Prepare an annual report of receipts and expenditures at completion of the fiscal year. 

Perform duties necessary for Association and League registrations.

SECTION 3           Duties of the Secretary:

Perform all duties of the President in the absence of the President, Vice-President and Treasurer.

Keep the minutes of the meetings of the Board.

Conduct the official correspondence of the organization.

Keep all records, books, documents and papers relating to the organization in such place and form as shall be designated by the Board.

Circulate the agenda for each regular monthly meeting in advance of the meeting.

                                                                                          ARTICLE V

                                                                                            VOTING

SECTION 1.          Only directors of RYTB may make motions and vote at meetings. Each director shall be

entitled to only one vote on any matter brought before any meeting of the Board of Directors. A majority vote of the directors present at any meeting, if there be a quorum, shall be sufficient to transact any business, unless a greater number of votes are required by law, or these Bylaws. The Board of Directors may invite, admit and recognize guests for presentations or comments during Board meetings. All motions must be approved by a majority of board members present at a meeting in which there is a quorum.  A tie vote on a motion will cause the motion to fail.

SECTION 2           Proxy voting is not allowed.

SECTION 3           During meetings, voting will be held using parliamentary procedure. Each board member in attendance may case a single vote for the topic on which the board is voting. A board member may abstain from voting, and is encouraged to do so if he/she has a conflict of interest. A simple majority will carry the vote.

                                                                                             ARTICLE VI

                                                                                           FISCAL YEAR

SECTION 1.          The fiscal year of RYTB shall begin on September 1 and end on the next following August 31.

ARTICLE VII

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

SECTION 1           Board shall create and maintain a set of Policies, Procedures and Rules to help guide the RYTB purpose and mission.

                                                                                           ARTICLE VIII

                                                                                          COMMITTEES

SECTION 1           The Board shall determine the standing committees deemed proper and necessary to fulfill the purpose of this association.

SECTION 2           The President shall appoint all chairs and coordinators.

                                                                                            ARTICLE IX

                                                                                    BY-LAW CHANGES

SECTION 1           Any Article may be changed upon approval of the Board at a meeting provided the status of the Association is not altered. Two (2) weeks minimum advance notice to all Board members is required before any changes can be made to the By-laws. A two-thirds (2/3) majority vote of all board members not just the board members present at a meeting is needed to change a By-law.

                                                                                          ARTICLE X

                                                                                   INDEMNIFICATION

SECTION 1           Any person who at any time shall serve or shall have served as a Director, officer of the Association shall be indemnified by the Association in accordance with, and to the fullest extent permitted by, Minnesota Statutes SECTION 317A.521 as it may be amended from time to time.

                                                                                          ARTICLE XI

                                                                                    MISCELLANEOUS

SECTION 1.          Corporate Seal. The Association shall not have a corporate seal.

SECTION 2.          Authority to Borrow or Encumber Assets. No Director, officer, agent, member or employee of the Association shall have any power or authority to borrow money on its behalf, to pledge its credit or to mortgage or pledge its real or personal property except within the scope and to the extent of the authority delegated by resolutions adopted from time to time by the Voting Directors. Authority may be given by the Voting Directors for any of the above purposes and may be general or limited to specific instances.

SECTION 3.          Deposit of Funds. All funds of the Association shall be deposited from time to time to the credit of the Association in such banks, trust companies or other depositories as the Voting Directors may approve or designate, and all such funds shall be withdrawn only in the manner or manners authorized by the Voting Directors from time to time.  The President, Secretary and Treasurer are authorized signers on all bank accounts.

SECTION 4           No member, director, or officer of this association shall have any right, title, or interest in or any property of any kind owned by this association, nor any income or other funds received or held by this association, except in return for services rendered to the association.

SECTION 5           No substantial part of the activities of this association shall be to carrying on of propaganda, or otherwise attempt to influence legislation, nor participate in or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of any candidate for public office, including the publishing or distributing of statements.

SECTION 6           No part of the net earnings shall inure to the benefit of any individual.

                                                                                            ARTICLE XI.

                                                                                           DISSOLUTION

SECTION 1           Upon dissolution of this association, any remaining assets are to be given to organizations organized exclusively for the promotion of baseball or any other charitable, education, or scientific purpose as shall at the time qualify as an exempt organization under SECTION 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

ROYALTON YOUTH  TRAVEL BASEBALL

Traveling Baseball

Travel baseball season events.

Below are the key events and general timelines of the travel baseball season

*Denotes optional participation for offseason activities

Note: 15 year old teams are formed in the spring and occasionally 14s as well, due to mixed rosters at that age level

2024 Home Tournament Weekends and Travel Tryouts for 2024

May 3-5 -  Travel Baseball Warrior Classic (10AA/11AAA)

May 31 - June 2 - In House Mid Season

June 14-16 - Travel Baseball Two Rivers Throwdown (12AAA/13A)

June 21-23 -  Travel Baseball Mayhem at Mendy (9AAA/12AA)

July 12-14 - In House End of Season

August 17-18 - 2025 Travel Season Tryouts 

MHAA Baseball Bylaws

Our Baseball program hires in-house and travel umpires through an umpire assigner, for in-house and 9-15 year old travel ball. You must be at least 12 to umpire and preference is given to kids that have played within association sports.

A registration window runs from late March through April.  A registration form, W-9 tax form, a contract and payment for the rules book are returned during that time. 

After registering, the umpire needs to attend a clinic, complete a short written test and obtain his / her own protective equipment and uniform.  The clinic is usually held in late April or early May.  

Games begin roughly the 2nd week in May.

Please contact [email protected] for more information.

Link to umpire page.

Traa baseball mission, vision and values.

The Two Rivers Athletic Association Baseball Program provides access to baseball activities dedicated to creating a fun, fair, competitive and safe baseball environment which increases participation and provides the opportunity to improve personal skills, while developing respect for others, self confidence and teamwork in our youth athletes.

Vision: Develop athletes who have the skills to contribute at next level programs and a life-long love of baseball.

Two Rivers Baseball Core Values: 1. Respect: Treat others better than you expect to be treated. 2. Sportsmanship: Foster a sense of fair play, humility in victory and graciousness in defeat, as well as friendship with teammates and opponents alike. 3. Integrity: Demonstrate honest and fair play, beyond simple adherence to the rules and regulations of the game. 4. Excellence: Pursue the highest level of personal achievement as a player, and collective achievement as a team and an organization. 5. Teamwork: Learn the value of working together. Baseball is a team sport. Success on the field, as in many aspects of life, is best achieved working as a team, towards a shared goal. 6. Loyalty: Develop a loyalty to the ideals of the sport and the fellow members of the baseball community. 7. Enjoyment: Have fun teaching and learning the game of baseball, and have satisfying and rewarding experiences that benefit all participants.

Travel Baseball: The Ultimate Guide for Parents and Players

Table of Contents

What is travel baseball, what to look for in a travel baseball team, travel baseball vs. little league, travel baseball pros and cons , criticisms and controversy, is travel baseball worth it.

For many families, the transition from Little League to travel baseball comes with stress, anxiety and questions about what to look for in a team and what to expect from the experience — not to mention the question of whether making the switch from a more laid-back rec ball program to a more competitive (and expensive) travel club is the right decision in the first place.

In this post, we’re going to go over everything you need to know about getting started with youth travel baseball. We’ll help you answer the questions above and determine whether travel baseball is a good fit for your son or daughter. 

If you have a softball player in the family, you may also want to check out our article “ What to Look For in a Travel Softball Team ,” which covers some of the same information from a softball perspective and dives deep into my personal experience as an elite-level amateur player and college recruiting prospect.

Table of Contents :

• How to Choose a Travel Baseball Team
• Travel Baseball Pros and Cons
• Is Travel Baseball Worth It?  

First, it’s important to understand what a travel baseball team is and how travel baseball is organized. 

There are tens of thousands of travel baseball teams around the country, and their popularity has exploded over the past two decades. As recently as the 1990s, travel baseball was a niche experience limited mostly to elite players in baseball-rich areas like Texas and California. Today, participation is seen by many as a near necessity for talented players to develop their skills and hone their game against the best competition they can find. 

Whereas Little League is the dominant organization when it comes to recreational youth baseball, there are multiple organizations throughout the country that host hundreds of travel tournaments each year. Some of the biggest and most popular are USSSA (United States Speciality Sports Association), AAU (Amateur Athletic Union), Triple Crown Sports , and Perfect Game . Travel baseball teams often participate in tournaments organized by more than one of those organizations. 

A team can be started by anyone. Many are formed by parents, but many others are formed by high school and former college coaches. Depending on their organizational goals, some programs have just one team that participates in one age bracket (such as 10 and under), while some are run like businesses and have teams that compete in every age group. 

Some huge organizations, such as California Baseball Academy (CBA), even have multiple teams within the same age group, located in multiple cities. CBA has teams not only in California, but also in Nevada, Texas, Utah and the southeast. High-level programs like that are often known for attracting top talent, for training recruits into elite players, and for feeding those players into nearby colleges and universities. 

Travel Baseball Competition Structure

Virtually all travel baseball games are played on weekends in a tournament format. Those tournaments can theoretically be held anywhere, but are frequently held at multi-field facilities in easily-accessible travel hubs. For example, many Florida tournaments are held in Orlando because it’s in the relative center of the state, it has plenty of hotel rooms, and it’s home to many great baseball facilities. The farther you live away from such a hub, the more you should expect to travel. 

Most tournaments begin with pool play, meaning that teams are guaranteed a number of games before heading into single elimination. A team can expect to play anywhere from three to eight games over the course of a two-day or three-day tournament, depending on how they perform.

There is no set number of tournaments a team must participate in. Each team decides which tournaments to enter on a case-by-case basis, taking into consideration factors such as age level, skill level, and cost. In general, two tournaments per month can be seen as about average, although higher-level teams may play more frequently. 

Most organizations run regional and national championships, which are invite-only. For example, USSSA hosts “qualifier” tournaments, where the winner of the championship game (and sometimes the runner up) can earn a bid to the USSSA national tournament.

Additionally, beginning at age 14, some teams start participating in “college exposure tournaments,” where college scouts come from across the country to watch and evaluate prospects. These tournaments are typically more expensive than regular tournaments, and are often farther away.

How to Join a Travel Baseball Team

If you’ve decided to join a travel baseball team and aren’t sure where to find one, there are a number of resources available. 

It may go without saying, but word-of-mouth can be a valuable first reference point. If you’re thinking about switching to travel baseball, chances are that you already know someone in your area who has made the jump. If so, don’t be afraid to ask them questions about the team and their experience. It’s a big commitment — both in terms of time and finances — so it’s important to make sure you find the right club for your son or daughter.

In addition to word of mouth, many organizations offer a list of active teams on their website. For example, USSSA has a tool that lets you filter teams by age level, skill level, and location . There are also many state-based forums and Facebook groups where coaches post their team’s tryouts (and positions needed). As an example, here are Facebook groups for travel baseball teams in Florida and Michigan ⁠— you can find similar groups for every state. 

Another good option is FieldLevel.com , which (like the USSSA site) allows you to filter teams by state and level. While not every team is listed on that website, it does include over 4,000 clubs.

Here are eight things to think about when evaluating teams. These factors will make a big difference when it comes to your overall experience, so take the time to think about them, and don’t be afraid to ask questions of parents and coaches.

1. Coaching  

A coaching staff can make or break a team. How coaches manage players, keep the game fun, instill the fundamentals, and focus on development — not only as athletes, but as young men and women — is extremely important. 

Some travel baseball teams have parents or grandparents serving as the head coach. While that can be fine, it’s important to make sure those coaches don’t make keeping their own child on the field a priority. Before committing to a team, spend some time researching it by watching a practice and talking to current and/or former players and parents. 

What’s the coaching style? Do they have high expectations but still encourage and love their players? Or, on the other hand, are they screaming at players when they make a mistake? 

Additionally, are players treated equitably, or do some get preferential treatment based on their relationship to the coach or their financial contribution to the team?

Ideally, your child will be a part of that team and organization for consecutive years, rather than bouncing from team to team. As such, determining whether the coaching staff is a good fit is a crucial first step.

2. Cost  

For many parents, this is the most terrifying aspect of travel baseball.

Just how much of a toll is this going to take on your bank account? The specific answer varies, but the typical range of cost for participating in travel baseball is between $500 and $2,500 per year. 

That said, you can end up spending a lot more than that. Back in 2011, CBS News reported that one Georgia family paid $4,000 per year for their 9-year-old son’s travel team. You can imagine that older players in elite programs that travel all over the country can spend even more over the course of a season.

Typically, the more intensely focused a program is on developing its players for college baseball, the more money the program is going to cost. On the other hand, teams that are playing more for the fun of it — those looking for just a little more structure and competition than offered by Little League — won’t put as much of a dent in your wallet.

There are a number of specific factors that go into how much it costs to be on a team:

• Where you live . If you live in a baseball hub, like Texas or California, you won’t have to travel as far to get to tournaments. Many teams from rural areas regularly drive across multiple states (or sometimes even fly) to tournaments. As such, where you live will likely be the single biggest variable in your overall travel baseball cost.
• Whether you have to buy your own equipment . Some teams are sponsored by equipment companies like Easton and Rawlings and have their bats, gloves and cleats provided either for free or at a reduced cost. Obviously, this can be a huge savings. Also, keep in mind that (unfortunately) equipment is often viewed as a status symbol in travel baseball. If your child joins a team where every other player has multiple bats and position-specific gloves, he or she is going to press you for similar gear.
• Whether you have to rent facilities . Some teams practice exclusively at public fields. Others have little or no access to such facilities and have to rent fields and/or indoor space (especially for winter workouts). This can have a huge impact on the overall cost of participation.
• Whether or not coaches are paid . Some teams — typically the more competitive ones — pay their coaches small stipends and/or cover their cost of travel. On one hand, this tends to lead to better coaching. On the other hand, families are the ones who will ultimately foot that bill.
• How competitive the team is . Higher-level tournaments typically have higher fees. Lower-level tournaments, operated on a more sub-regional basis, are usually much less expensive to enter. If cost is a concern, make sure you know what types of tournaments the team usually enters over the course of the season. 

3. Location  

As stated earlier, location is a key factor in deciding which travel team to play for. If you’re fortunate enough to live in California, Florida or Texas, you’re going to have a lot of opportunities to play with and against high-level competition right in your backyard. 

But outside of those states, it’s a little bit tougher, and you have to decide how committed you are to playing at the highest possible level. 

For example, if you live in a medium-sized town outside of a major baseball hub, chances are you have at least a couple of travel ball options. However, the odds are that those options are not the absolute cream of the crop when it comes to coaching and competitiveness. In order to play for the absolute “best” team possible, you might have to commute from your mid-sized town to the nearest major city. 

So you’ll be faced with the following choice: play on a lower level team that’s closer to home, or drive a hundred miles or more for twice-weekly practices? It may sound crazy, but many families do just that. 

Why would they commit so much time and money to their son or daughter’s athletic pursuits? It comes down to goals. Better teams often provide better coaching and more opportunities for exposure to college and professional scouts. 

What’s the team’s mission? Is the focus on fun, player development, college exposure, or a mix of all there? Teams can have many different goals and missions, and there’s no right or wrong approach.

However, it is possible that a team’s mission does not align with your values and goals, and you need to think about this before committing, as a compatibility mismatch can lead to coach-parent and coach-player tension. 

5. Organization

Consider the reputation of the organization you’re evaluating. When you join a team, you and your son or daughter will essentially be endorsing everything the program stands for. If they’re known for dirty play or being disrespectful to the game, you’ll be associated with that. 

And believe it or not, the baseball world is a small and surprisingly tight-knit community. College coaches tend to know which programs produce bad apples — and they avoid them. In fact, many college coaches will completely write off an entire organization that has a reputation for not playing the game the right way or for having disrespectful players.

6. Playing Time

There’s an important balance between getting enough playing time and being challenged. Before committing, ask the coaching staff what kind of playing time your child can expect — including at what position. 

If there are two returning shortstops, he or she most likely won’t be playing there and might have to learn another position. That’s not a bad thing: college coaches want players that are versatile, and many players change positions as they get older and their bodies develop. 

Still, it’s helpful to know what to expect ahead of time. Getting game reps is important from a development perspective, but also just from a fun perspective: no kid wants to consistently travel to a tournament only to sit on the bench for most of the weekend. 

7. Skill Level

Be realistic about your child’s skill level, and pay attention to the level of competition around him or her at tryouts (i.e., the skill levels of the other players). If your kid has the fight and desire to compete for a spot (like they’ll have to do if they make it to college ball), then putting them on a team where they’ll be challenged is the best option. 

But if he or she is there to have fun and make friends, with no burning desire to be constantly improving, then choosing a travel team that’s more low-key will be the better call.

8. What You’re Giving Up

Travel baseball tournaments are on weekends, and players often have to sacrifice certain things that are part of a normal childhood. 

Is your son or daughter willing to miss out on things like birthdays, sleepovers and school dances, because most of their time is spent doing homework, traveling to and from games and practices, practicing on their own (possibly including private lessons), and spending nearly every summer weekend at the ballpark?

And are they willing to sacrifice the material things that matter to kids — things like clothes, video games, new smartphones, etc. — because so much money is being spent on baseball? 

As I wrote in THV’s guide to travel softball , my family made major sacrifices to support my athletic pursuits. 

For some, their love of the game is so great that giving up these things is a no-brainer. For others, they may regret missing out on these social activities. And that’s perfectly fine! Just be honest with each other and talk about the true costs of travel baseball — because it’s not just the sticker price.

There are some important similarities and differences between competitive travel baseball and recreational baseball. Both can teach many valuable life skills, such as work ethic, good sportsmanship, teamwork and bouncing back from failure. But they are very different when it comes to time commitment and competitiveness.

The Little League schedule usually runs from the late spring through early summer, with teams practicing twice per week and playing two games per week. The total number of games per season varies, but it usually ranges from 10 to 20. It’s a local program, which means travel is either limited or non-existent. In general, Little League coaches are parents.

Little League can be a great place for kids as young as 4-years-old to start playing the game. They’ll learn the rules and the absolute basics of hitting, pitching and fielding in a fun an easy-going environment (except for the occasional parent that takes their coaching position overboard). 

Overall, Little League fits the classic stereotype of youth baseball: kids having fun playing the greatest game in the world, without much pressure or focus on player development. 

Back in the day, Little League would feed into middle school and high school programs, which carried the bulk of the weight when it came to getting payers ready for college and the pros. But today, the reality is that it’s almost impossible to get the coaching and skill development you need by participating only Little league or other rec ball programs. 

That’s especially true when it comes to the gap between “Majors” Little League (12-and-under) and high school. Few middle schools still have baseball programs, and those programs that do exist tend not to be very good. Likewise, while Little League offers both a Junior division (12-14) and a Senior division (14-16), those leagues tend to pale in comparison to the coaching and competition offered by travel ball. 

So, if your son or daughter is serious about playing baseball at a high level, it’s especially important to focus on the transition to travel ball at around the age of 11 or 12.

There are positives and negatives when it comes to travel baseball. Here are a few of each.

• Better competition : Players are more serious about the game and more driven to improve. This higher level of competition will help push your son or daughter to improve their own skills.
• Better coaching : Travel baseball coaches tend to be better qualified, more knowledgeable, and better-connected. At the highest levels of travel ball, teams often employ former professional coaches.
• More exposure : Aside from high school baseball, travel ball is the primary means of exposure to college coaches and pro scouts. Plus, travel teams often attend showcase tournaments and camps.
• More games played : Travel teams play significantly more games per year than rec ball teams.
• Facilitates travel : Sometimes seen as an ancillary benefit, the travel itself can be a valuable and eye-opening experience for players. Many kids don’t have an opportunity to travel out of their own area or state, and travel baseball can provide that. 
• Encourages character development : Because travel teams are more serious, there’s a greater emphasis put on things like being on time, demonstrating maximum effort, and having a good attitude.  
• Cost : Travel baseball is expensive — sometimes absurdly so. Families often spend around $2,500 per year, but the costs can be even higher. 
• Time commitment : Even a moderately competitive travel team can consume an entire summer’s worth of weekends. 
• Ultra-competitive : On most travel teams, there’s a balance between player development and winning. What you won’t often find is an “everybody plays” approach. For the most part, the best players will play the most, which makes for a highly-competitive environment. 
• Tougher workouts : This can be a pro or a con, depending on the player’s perspective and goals. Tougher workouts can lead to better outcomes, but they can also be mentally and physically taxing if the player isn’t fully invested.
• Lack of diversity : Because travel baseball is expensive, it has often been criticized for a lack of socioeconomic and racial diversity. 

Travel baseball provides many benefits and can be a valuable opportunity for players who are serious about the game and committed to playing at the highest possible level. However, it’s not without its share of criticism and controversy. 

In an essay titled “ Left Out ,” MLB superstar Andrew McCutchen wrote about how kids like him, who grow up in low-income families, are often excluded from travel baseball and thus systematically disadvantaged when it comes to development and exposure: 

“When you’re a kid from a low-income family who has talent, how do you get recognized? Now, you have to pay thousands of dollars for the chance to be noticed in showcase tournaments in big cities. My parents loved me, but they had to work hard to put food on the table, and there wasn’t much left over. They didn’t have the option of skipping a shift to take me to a tournament over the weekend. […] That’s the challenge for families today. It’s not about the $100 bat. It’s about the $100-a-night motel room and the $30 gas money and the $300 tournament fee. 

[…] If you’re a poor kid with raw ability, it’s not enough.”

McCutchen was lucky: an AAU coach “discovered” him at the age of 13 and covered his travel ball expenses. But most kids from similar situations aren’t so fortunate. 

Why is this important for you, the parent of a child thinking about joining a travel team? 

On one hand, it’s important to be aware of how the systems we participate in affect our society. But on a much more specific level, you should know that your child will be entering a largely homogenous environment.

On top of that, kids from lower-income families can often feel out of place in travel ball — especially if they don’t come to the ballpark with the latest, top-quality gear like their teammates. This social dynamic can have a powerful impact on your child’s experience. 

Additionally, travel baseball means that both your family and your child will be spending less time within your own community.

There’s been a lot written in recent years about how travel baseball may be contributing to the erosion of communities , because it pulls families out of local baseball programs that once served as important civic institutions.

This is evidenced by the sharply declining participation in Little League. In the organization’s Southeast Region (a hotbed for a travel baseball), the number of Little League players has plunged by nearly 50% since 2007 . 

So we’ve come to the biggest question: Is travel ball worth it?

If you want to improve your skills and have the best chance to play in college or the pros, travel baseball is the way to go. But remember: there is a range of cost and time commitment within travel baseball. Your son or daughter doesn’t necessarily have to opt for the most expensive travel team in order to be sufficiently challenged (and later on, to get noticed by college coaches). 

Your goal in evaluating teams should be to find the right balance of: 

• Financial commitment 
• Time commitment
• Intangible sacrifices (school events, community involvement, etc.) 
• Baseball goals

After reading this article, you should have a very solid understanding of what Little League and travel baseball have in common, their differences, and what you should be looking for in a club. 

Remember, this is your child’s choice to. Help them see the pros and cons of each option. And although we stated it earlier, we cannot stress this enough: you cannot dictate your son or daughter’s commitment to the game of baseball. It’s up to them. So, support them in whatever capacity they want to participate. If you do, they’ll never regret or forget the amazing experiences, friends, and lessons learned playing this great game.

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ATB's History

September and October, 2011 – Arlington Travel Baseball (ATB) is officially formed in September in Arlington, Virginia, with a mission to provide Arlington County youth baseball players an opportunity to acquire superior skills through higher levels of competition. Bylaws are adopted and a board of directors is elected. ATB applies to the IRS to be recognized as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization. ATB launches www.ArlingtonTravelBaseball.org .

Early December, 2011 – ATB and Arlington Youth Baseball Authority (AYBA) begin discussions about Arlington Travel Baseball and its spring season.

December 15, 2011 – ATB board president, Mary Ann Klimas; vice president, Richie Pacheco; and secretary Steve Finn present an overview of ATB to Arlington Little League during an ALL board meeting. In addition to making the presentation, questions posed by ALL are answered by ATB.

January 1, 2012 - ATB reaches out to CRBR requesting the opportunity to make a presentation to their board.

January 7, 2012 – ATB board members (Klimas, Pacheco and Finn) attend AYBA’s January meeting, presenting an overview of ATB and answering questions posed by AYBA board. ATB requests AYBA's endorsement to Arlington County to become a County affiliated group so that open tryouts -- with the goal of fielding one team per age group -- may be held in early March with practices starting shortly thereafter. ATB expresses the urgency of a decision since at least 3-4 weeks are needed to effectively promote tryouts. In addition to requesting space for tryouts for four teams, ATB requests space for one weekday and one Sunday practice per team as well as space for a limited number of scrimmages. ATB makes special note that practices will be reduced/suspended during ALL/CRBR district tournaments to minimize any potential player conflicts.

January 11, 2012 – ATB receives follow up questions from AYBA. ATB provides AYBA with written responses to each question on January 18.

January 19, 2012 – ATB board members (Klimas, Pacheco and Finn) present an overview of ATB to Cal Ripken Babe Ruth during CRBR’s board meeting. In addition to making the presentation, questions posed by CRBR are answered by ATB.

February 13, 2012 – AYBA holds its February board meeting and Arlington Travel Baseball is on the agenda. ATB board president attends the meeting to answer questions posed by the AYBA board. ATB board president expresses the urgency of a decision since 3-4 weeks are needed to effectively promote tryouts to ensure that all interested players and families are made aware of them. Toward the end of the meeting, two motions are put forth for a vote. In a nutshell, one would allow for ATB to obtain field space for the spring season; another would allow for field space beginning with the fall season. The vote is postponed due to the late hour. A vote by email or at the next board meeting is expected.

March, 2012 - AYBA unanimously approves ATB for affiliation through Fall 2012.

April/May, 2012 - ATB obtains approval by the Arlington Sports Commission . As a result, the Sports Commission recognizes ATB as an affiliated group. Further, Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation (PRCR) places ATB on its priority list for athletic field and facility allocation.

Summer, 2012 - ATB conducts tryouts with players selected for 9U, 10U, 11U and two 12U teams. Practices are underway in August as teams ready for play in the Future State Prospects Baseball League (FSPBL).

September 9, 2012 - ATB's fall 2012 season is in full swing with 5 teams participating in the FSPBL this fall. The season wrapped in early November with 3 of our 5 teams participating in the FSPBL Championship tournament. The 12U Assault took their division title! Congrats to all of our teams!!

November, 2012 - ATB holds tryouts for the 2013 season. We would like to thank everyone who participated in the sessions. For 2013, Arlington Travel Baseball will field two 9U teams, one 10U team, one 11U team and two 12U teams.

December, 2012 - The AYBA passes a motion approving ATB's plans for the spring and summer seasons. ATB is excited to be able to provide a year-round experience for our players.

2013, 2014 and beyond - ATB's year round program is underway. In fall 2013 and 2014 ATB teams played in the Northern Virginia Travel Baseball League (NVTBL).

2018 - ATB expands its offerings and fields its first 13U program.  The 13U program focus is to transition youth athletes to playing on the big field and prepare them to play on Middle and High School teams.

2020 - ATB's 13U and forthcoming 14U program are recognized by Arlington County as county programs. 

Arlington Travel Baseball

PO Box 7088

Arlington, VA 22207

(703)679-7756

[email protected]

Other than to adhere to specific program requirements or residency standards, Arlington County sports activities and programs shall not discriminate against or exclude any individual for participation for reasons of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identification, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Arlington County sports providers and participants pledge to contribute to a safe and supportive environment that is free of bias and discrimination and will not condone or engage in discriminatory speech or behavior.

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Ripon youth baseball & softball bylaws.

Ripon Youth Baseball & Softball By-Laws                                               Article I Name The name of the organization shall be “Ripon Youth Baseball & Softball”. For the purpose of these by-laws, Ripon Youth Baseball & Softball shall be called “Organization”.                                               Article II Objective The objective of this Organization shall be to implant firmly in the youth of the community the ideals of good sportsmanship, honesty, loyalty, courage and respect for authority, so that they may be well-adjusted, stronger, happier children, and will grow to be decent, healthy, and trustworthy adults. To achieve this objective, this Organization will provide a supervised program. All directors, officers, and members shall bear in mind that the attainment of exceptional athletic skill or the winning of games is secondary, and the molding of future citizens is of prime importance. The Organization plan for providing this objective shall be framed by the officers and directors of this Organization at their annual meeting to determine the number of leagues and teams as well as the player age limits for participation.                                            Article III Membership Any person sincerely interested in active participation to further the objectives of this Organization may become a member upon completion of the registration.  Player Members – Any player candidate meeting the requirements shall be eligible to compete for participation. Regular Members – Any adult person actively interested in furthering the objectives of the Organization may become a member and is entitled to vote at the annual meeting. Membership may be terminated by resignation or action of the Board as follows: a) The Board, by a 2/3 vote of those present at any duly constituted Board meeting, shall have the authority to discipline or suspend or terminate the membership of any Member when the conduct is considered detrimental to the best interests of the Organization. The Member involved shall be notified of such meeting, informed of the general nature of the charges and given an opportunity to appear at the meeting to answer such charges. b) The Board shall, in case of a Player Member, give notice to the coach of the team for which the player is a Player Member. Coach shall appear with the Player Member in the capacity of advisor, before the Board. The player’s parent(s) may also be present. The Board shall have full power to suspend or revoke player’s right to future participation by 2/3 vote of those present at any duly constituted meeting (quorum required).                                            Article IV Meetings Board of Directors Meeting The Board of Directors shall meet as determined by the President. Date, time, location, and purpose of the meeting shall be delivered personally, electronically, or by mail to each member no less than five days in advance. Special meetings of the Board may be called by the President, or in his/her absence, inability or refusal to act, by the Vice-President of the Organization, or by request of three members of the Board. Proper notice must be given at least one week prior to date and time of said meeting. Annual Meeting There shall be an annual meeting a minimum of once per year. Notice of the meeting, including date, time, location and purpose, will be conveyed via the Ripon Commonwealth Press and electronic methods at least one week prior to the date and time of said meeting. It shall be the duty of the Secretary to arrange for the paper publication, and the Information/Communication/PR Officer to update other electronic sites. Special meetings may be called by the Board of Directors provided the proper notice is given as indicated below. At the annual meeting members shall be informed of and/or act upon: a) The condition of the Organization, to be presented by the President or his/her designate b) A general summary of funds received and expended by the Organization for the previous year, the amount of funds currently in possession of the Organization c) The whole amount of real and personal property owned by the Organization, what was purchased, what may need to be purchased for the upcoming year d) Determine the number of Directors to be elected for the ensuing year, nominate candidates, and vote for Director positions a. Current Board members are not eligible to nominate themselves for positions. b. Newly elected Board members shall assume the performance of their duties on the next regularly scheduled Board Meeting, and continue until its successors are elected. Quorum Board of Directors Meetings – A quorum shall constitute one-half (1/2) of the members of the Board of Directors. A majority of the quorum shall be sufficient for the purpose of passing any items to be voted on at a Board of Directors meeting.                                            Article V Board of Directors There shall be a Board of Directors of no fewer than 9 and no more than 13 persons including the five officers. If any vacancy occurs, it may be filled by a majority vote of the remaining Directors at any regular Board meeting or at any Special Board meeting called for that purpose. The Board may appoint such other officers or agents as it may deem necessary or desirable, and may prescribe the powers and duties of each. Appointed officers/agents shall have no vote on actions taken by the Board unless such individuals have been elected to the Board by the membership or have been elected to fill a vacancy on the Board. Examples may include, but are not limited to: a) Concession Manager b) Information/Communication/PR Officer c) Field Maintenance d) Fundraiser/Sponsorship Manager The duties of the Board of Directors shall be as follows: 1. The management of the property and affairs of the Organization 2. The management of the Organization in accordance with these by-laws 3. Creating such committees as it may deem necessary to promote the programs of the Organization 4. Setting the time and place for its own meetings 5. Reviewing for approval any appointments by the President                                            Article VI Committees The President, with the approval of the Board of Directors, shall have the authority to create committees deemed necessary for the proper operation of the Organization.                                             Article VII Elections The election of officers shall be held at the annual meeting when vacancies exist or terms expire. The new officers shall take office at the next regularly scheduled Board Meeting, and shall hold until their term expires. Article VIII Officers There shall be five officers duly elected for the purpose of administering the affairs of the Organization. These officers shall be: President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Equipment Manager/Safety Officer. In addition to the five officers listed above, the Organization will also consist of seven to eight League Heads. All Officers and League Heads must be over the age of 18, are required to fill out an volunteer application, and must pass a criminal background check. The duties and terms of these officers shall be as follows: President 1. Preside at all Board and Annual meetings 2. Serve as managing agent of the Organization 3. Maintain communications with league organizations 4. Ex-officio member of all committees 5. Assist Treasurer in preparation and submission of an annual budget to the Board 6. Term: 2 years, not to exceed a total of 6 consecutive years, with the ability to return after a 2 year absence from the President position Vice-President 1. Presides in the absence of the President 2. Carries on such duties and assignments as may be delegated by the President 3. Assists in the organization of Opening Day ceremony and any other capacity needed 4. Assist Secretary in preparation of all forms to aid coaches and teams in the field 5. Term: 2 years Secretary 1. Maintain register of members and directors 2. Record minutes of all board and annual meetings 3. Responsible for sending out notices of meetings 4. Maintains all records of organizational activities 5. Prepare all forms to aid coaches and teams in the field 6. This is a paid position, $1,000 a year to be paid at the end of each year’s term 7. Term: 2 years Treasurer 1. Safeguards all assets of the Organization 2. Properly disburses funds of the Organization in accordance with the authorities, restrictions and budgetary requirements authorized by the Board 3. Prepare an annual financial report for the Board and membership at the Annual Meeting 4. Maintains the Organizations books and financial records. 5. Assist President in preparation and submission of an annual budget to the Board 6. Ensure any funds contributed to the Organization are used in an equal manner among all leagues/levels/genders 7. Ensure all checks are signed by the Treasurer and another of the five officers as determined by the Board 8. Ensure an audit is conducted annually on the Organization and Concession accounts, to be signed off by the Treasurer and at least one other of the five Officers. 9. Term: 2 years Equipment Manager/Safety Officer 1. In charge of all league equipment and first aid kits 2. Secure bids on needed supplies and equipment and make recommendations for their purchase to the Board 3. Find/create opportunities to provide a safer environment/equipment for participants and spectators 4. Develop and implement a plan for increasing safety of activities, equipment and facilities through education, compliance and reporting 5. Term: 2 years League Heads 1. Will consist of 2 league heads for each league, preferably one for each gender 2. Record all player transactions and maintain an accurate and up-to-date record thereof 3. Receive and review applications for player candidates and assist Secretary in verifying eligibility 4. Conduct evaluations, player drafts, and all other player transaction or selection meetings 5. Prepare the Player’s Agent’s list 6. Coordinate players and umpire clinics 7. Recruit coaches 8. Term: 1 year *********************************************************************************** The following positions are considered appointed officers/agents as stated earlier and shall have no vote on actions taken by the Board unless such individuals have been elected to the Board by the membership or have been elected to fill a vacancy on the Board. All must be over the age of 18, are required to fill out a volunteer application, and must pass a criminal background check. Concession Manager 1. Maintain operation of concession facilities 2. Organize the purchase of concession products 3. Collects and reviews concession related offers including coupons, discounts and bulk-purchasing opportunities 4. Organizes, tallies and keeps records of concession sales and purchases 5. Prepare an annual financial report for the Board and membership at the Annual Meeting 6. Assist President in preparation and submission of an annual budget to the Board 7. This is a paid position, $2,000 a year to be paid at the end of each year’s term Information/Communication/PR Officer 1. Set up and maintain official website and social media such as Facebook 2. Collect, post, and distribute important information on activities 3. Assist Secretary with communications for consistency Field Maintenance 1. Responsible for the care and maintenance of the playing fields 2. Shall operate within the approved budget 3. Coordinate with the City regarding supplies and equipment used to perform required tasks to prepare fields Fundraiser/Sponsorship Manager 1. Solicits and secures local sponsorship to support league operations 2. Collects and reviews sponsorship and fundraising opportunities 3. Organizes and implements approved league fundraising activities 4. Coordinates participation in fundraising activities 5. Maintains records of monies secured through sponsorship and fundraising initiatives 6. Prepare an annual financial report for the Board and membership at the Annual Meeting                                          Article IX Coaches All coaches must be over the age of 18, are required to fill out a volunteer application, and must pass a criminal background check. Notification of coaching vacancies will be included with sign-up information in the Ripon Commonwealth Press and electronic mediums, listing all possible vacancies. Coaches shall be selected by the league heads and approved by the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors shall be the grievance committee to review action inconsistent with the objectives of the Organization. The Board will have the authority to reprimand, suspend, or remove of any coach. In the event the Board is recommending such an action against a coach, the coach must be notified in writing, of the meeting place, date, and time. The coach will be allowed to respond on his/her own behalf. The Board shall then consider the response of the coach in making its decision.                                         Article X Amendments to the By-laws These by-laws may be amended at an annual membership meeting by a majority vote of those members present, provided the annual meeting notice states the intention to amend and specifies the proposed amendments. Approved and adopted on January 15, 2012

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Paul Moskau

Inducted Class of 1998

A former professional baseball player with the Cincinnati Reds, Paul Moskau has worked tirelessly with numerous Little Leagues in Tucson. As a player, Paul was an all-star in Little League, Pony League and the Colt League. At Rincon High School (1968-71) he was all-city and All-State. While attending Arizona State University (1971-73), Paul was Azusa Pacific 75 All-Conference and first team All-American.

He played pro baseball with the Cincinnati Reds (1977-81), Pittsburgh Pirates (1982) and Chicago Cubs (1983). His coaching experience includes a three-year stint as assistant baseball coach for Sabino High School.

As general manager of the Tucson Toros (1985-88), Paul sponsored Tucson Toros Youth Winter Baseball. He was active on the March of Dimes board of directors and for seven years hosted celebrity golf tournaments for charity.