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ATTENTION ALL WESTONKA YOUTH BASEBALL PLAYERS
Welcome to the Whitehawk Youth Baseball Association (WYBA). The information below is for
prospective baseball players in a competitive summer, “traveling” league.
Enclosed with this letter is the 2011 WYBA Registration form for youth ages 13- 16 (age as of April
30, 2011) or grades 7-10 to play on traveling teams this summer. This program is separate from the 7th, 8th,
9th and 10th grade school teams although players on the WYBA teams typically play school baseball if they
are not involved in a different spring sport. Likewise, one of the goals of WYBA baseball is to help develop
players for the high school varsity program. WYBA will sponsor a 16-year old team if a sufficient number of
players register at that level.
The number of teams at each age level and the team roster will be determined by the number of
players registered. If we have enough players for 2 or more teams at one level, try-outs will be held to
determine the best placement for each player on a team. Our goal is to place every player at a level which is
fun, positive and competitive for them and consistent with their abilities. Every player who has a positive
attitude and desire to play baseball will be placed on a team provided that coaches can be found for that
team. “Try-outs” will not be used to eliminate any player as long as there are coaches available.
WYBA sponsored six teams last year and our goal is to sponsor at least six teams again this year.
Each WYBA team will be registered to compete in either the Metro Baseball League, the Crow River
League, or, possibly, a third league. WYBA tries to place each of its teams in leagues in which they can be
competitive while still playing teams from geographically convenient cities and suburbs.
WYBA coaches are volunteers and are essential to the success of our program. Volunteers are
currently needed to serve as head and assistant coaches at all age levels. Interested parents are encouraged to
volunteer.
The teams will play an 11-16 game regular season schedule. In addition, WYBA teams often
compete in weekend tournaments. Teams can qualify for state championship tournaments in July by
performing well in tournaments, by doing well in their leagues, or by applying for and receiving an at large
bid.
It is up to the players, coaches and parents of each team to decide if they want to play in tournaments.
WYBA will pay the registration fees (but not the spectator admission, travel, lodging, meals, etc.) for each
team to play in up to two tournaments and, if they qualify, the state championship tournament.
The 2011 Registration Fee for WYBA play is $290.00 per player, which is non-refundable and is
intended to cover the following expenses for:
* League Registration fees and umpires * Field Maintenance fees
* Administrative/Publicity * Tournament Fees
* League Insurance * Umpire fees
* Equipment- balls, team bats, batting helmets
Uniforms for all 13 yr old players, new players and those who out-grew their uniform will be
additional costs of approximately $95.00 which includes jersey, pants and belt. Last year’s vest style uniform
will be used again this year. Detailed cost and an order form are attached will also be available on our
website soon. www.westonkabaseball.org
In Person registrations will be taken at MWHS on March 6 from 6:30pm-8:30pm and again on
March 8 from 6:30 pm-8:30pm in conjunction with our pre-season clinics. After March 8, a $50.00 late
fee will be added to the registration fee and the player will only be added if room allows. Uniforms orders
will also be taken at this time and will require payment directly to our vendor, Howling Wolf Embroidery. If
you are unable to attend the In-Person registration, please mail your forms with payment to Jill Schmidt,
4671 Bedford Rd, Mound, MN 55364 before March 8.
The WYBA board welcomes your input and encourages parent involvement. WYBA relies largely
on parents to serve as head coaches, assistant coaches, team managers, administrative board members,
umpires, and to assist with field preparation. If you are willing to assist in any of these roles or if you have
any questions regarding anything about WYBA matters please feel free to contact the board members as
listed below.
President Vicenta Hoffman
Past President Bill Sjoquist
Secretary and Registration / Uniform Coordinator Jill Schmidt
Treasurer and Scholarship Coordinator Kathy Erickson
Treasurer Elect Lori Anderson
Field Coordinator Pam Robinett
Umpire Coordinator Celeste Skaar
Fundraising Coordinator Lynn Brady
To contact a board member, please email westonkabaseball@gmail.com.
Fundraising Activities – In the past WYBA has funded equipment, field enhancements,
scholarships etc through registration fees. As costs increase we are finding it more difficult to
continue funding these activities. Again this year we have decided to embark upon
fundraising activities that will enable us to continue supporting the activities that enhance the
player’s baseball experience. We appreciate your support in making these activities a success.
Following the success of last year’s Twins tickets fundraiser, WYBA is again purchasing a
block of tickets for a single Twins game. Each player is asked to purchase 4 tickets at
$27.00 per ticket. It may be possible to sell tickets you are unable to use / purchase more
tickets at our parent meeting on April 11.
We are also planning to host an omelet breakfast, details to be announced. Thank you for
your support.
2011 WYBA Registration Form (Please Print this Page)
Player’s Name_____________________________________________________
Player’s Age as of 4/30/2011______ D.O.B.________ 2010/11 grade level_________
Player’s Home Phone_________Address_____________________________________
Email address (most often used, player’s or parent’s)_____________________________
Father’s Name_______________________ Mother’s Name________________________
Home Phone________________________ Home Phone_________________________
Work Phone________________________ Work Phone_________________________
Cell Phone _________________________ Cell Phone _________________________
Medical Insurance Provider_________________________________________________
Policy number ___________________________________________________________
(Parents assume all medical responsibility for their child/player)
Parent Signature____________________________________ Date _________________
Fee $290.00 Please make checks payable to WYBA. Due In-Person 3/6 or 3/8 or mail by 3/8
If cost is an issue which would prevent your child from playing, please contact Kathy Erickson about
possible scholarships- ph. 612-990-3331. To keep costs down for everyone, WYBA has budgeted for only a
limited number of scholarships. Scholarships cover only player registration fees. No scholarship money is
available for uniform costs or other expenses associated with participation. All scholarship information will
be kept confidential.
WAIVER and CONSENT (please print this page)
I, the parent or legal guardian of the above named player, herby gives my approval for this player to
participate in any and all baseball activities.
I know that baseball may result in serious injuries, and that protective equipment does not prevent all
injuries to a player, and I do hereby waive, release, absolve, indemnify, and agree to hold harmless the
Whitehawk Youth Baseball Association and its board members, the coaches and assistant coaches, umpires,
other players and their guardians and relatives, the organizer, the league, sponsors, supervisors, field owners
and operators, and participants for any claim arising out of any injury to my child whether the result of
negligence or for any other cause.
I understand that no refunds of registration fees will be given after the clinics commence, except that
a player who moves away from the area or sustains a season-ending injury before the beginning of the
regular season may receive a partial refund at the discretion of the WYBA board and except that any player
who is unable to play because a coach could not be recruited for a team will be given a full refund of the
registration fee.
I have read and understand the Code of Conduct found on the WYBA website
(www.westonkabaseball.org) and agree with its contents in its entirety.
Parent or guardian Signature____________________________________________
Player Signature_____________________________________________________
Uniforms
Sample uniforms will be available at the in-person registrations on 3/6 and 3/8.
___My child will use his uniform from last season, which is uniform number ______
___My child will need to order a uniform for this season.
Please use the uniform order form for ordering. Items can be ordered ala carte.
These uniforms are well-made and should last your player a minimum of 2 years so allow for growth.
Admin use:
Amount Paid ________ check number______ Copy of Birth Cert rec’d _____on file____
Sch req _________ plan_________________
Twins Tickets amount paid _______check number_________
Uniform ordered _________ number given ________________
Pre –Season player clinics are available to all registered players free of charge
Sunday, March 6 6:30-8:30pm
Tuesday, March 8 6:30 -8:30pm
Registrations Deadline: THE WYBA REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 8, 2011.
Registrations will be taken in person on March 6, 6:30pm-8:30pm and March 8, 6:30pm-8:30pm at MWHS.
Please bring registration form, waiver and consent page, check for registration fee made payable to WYBA,
and a photocopy of birth certificate (returning players already have a copy on file).
Registrations not received in-person will need to be mailed to WYBA Secretary, Jill Schmidt, 4671
Bedford Rd, Mound by March 8th.
To ensure all players can be placed on teams, registrations received after March 8th will be taken
only as room allows and a $50.00 late fee will be applied.
Player / Parent / Team Breakout Meeting: A pre-season meeting for all WYBA parents, players
and coaches followed by a break-out meeting for each team has been set for Monday, April 11 7:00 – 9:00
pm at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Navarre. A confirmation of this date will follow.
Try-outs: Weather permitting, player try-outs/evaluations will take place at the WRA fields in
Minnetrista on April 2 or April 9. If necessary due to weather constraints, try-outs will be conducted at
MWHS. Players will also be evaluated at player clinics. Players will be evaluated on fielding, throwing,
hitting, base running, pitching/catching (if applicable) and player hustle and attitude.
Spring School Baseball: Mound Westonka offers baseball for grades 7 – 12. The fee for spring
baseball is the activity fee:$95.00 (7th /8th grade) $125.00 (9th-12th) payable to ISD 277. See the Westonka
school website for more info.
Summer Traveling Baseball: Practices begin mid-April. The number of practices per week and
times will be determined by coaches. Tournament play usually goes into mid-July. Home games and
practices will take place at WRA, MWHS or St. Boni fields.
There is some unavoidable overlap of games at the end of the spring school season and the
beginning of the summer season. We work very closely with the high school and do
everything we can to avoid conflict between the two schedules although sometimes Mother
Nature does not cooperate and forces us to change our plans. We hope you consider both
spring baseball and summer baseball.
A note about bats from varsity baseball coach, Jeff Peterson:
As most of you may know we have new baseball bat standards for this year and again for
next year. I was just in Iowa at the coaches clinic down there and heard from a person who is
with the NFHS. I want everyone to be aware that some of the old bats are illegal.
The link listed here is the link from WSU where the bats have been tested and made legal or
illegal. The NFHS has a link to newly approved bats at www.nfhs.org and they will keep that
one updated with pics of only the composite that are legal.
Pants
• Color: WHITE
• Pro-weight double-knit polyester
• Extra large double knee
• Wide anti-roll waistband
• Inseam from 28.5” – 30”
• Sizes 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44
Price: $28.00
Vest
• Color: RED
• Embroidered with 2-color M in tackle twill on
left chest
• 8” player number in tackle twill embroidered on
back
• Sizes S-3XL
Price: $39.00
White Hawks Youth Baseball
2011 APPAREL
Compression T-shirt
• 79% polyester/21% spandex
• White or black
• Moisture control for comfort
• Full cut length/body, reinforced construction
• Long or short sleeve
• Sizes Adult XS-4XL
Price: $17.00 – long sleeve
$16.00 – short sleeve
Add $2.00 for 2XL
Basic T-shirt
• 100% cotton, white or black
• Long or short sleeve
• Sizes Adult S-3XL
Price: $6.00 – long sleeve
$4.75 – short sleeve
Name ______________________________________________________________
Phone ___________________________ E-mail ___________________________
Vest: Size __________ Number on back _______________________
Pant: Size __________ Black Belt ($5.00) ________
T-shirt: Size ____ Color _______ Short Long Compression T Basic T
T-shirt: Size ____ Color _______ Short Long Compression T Basic T
Red vest total $ _________________
Pant total $ __________________
Belt total $ __________________
Shirt total $ __________________
TOTAL $ __________________
Please return order forms and payment (cash or checks made out to
Howling Wolf Embroidery) to Jill Schmidt by March 8th. THANK YOU!
WYBA Spirit Wear
Summer 2011
1. Sweatshirt, Hooded - $46 w/name, $38 w/o name; adult sizes S-2XL; youth S-XL.
2. Sweatshirt, Crew - $43 w/name, $35 w/o name; sizes S-2XL; youth S-XL.
Oxford grey, red or white hooded sweatshirt, 60% cotton/40% polyester, 10 oz. fleece; 2-color tackle twill (TT) design on
front; optional 2-color TT name embroidered on back (11 letters/spaces maximum).
3. Basic T-shirt – $14.50 youth XS-XL and adult S-XL; $16.00 adult 2XL-5XL
100% cotton; black or grey; front screen printed with baseball design in two colors.
4. Baseball T-shirt – $16.50 youth S-L; $17.50 adult S-XL; $19.50 adult 2XL
100% cotton, white w/ ¾ length red sleeves or black sleeves; screen printed w/ baseball design in two colors.
5. Mesh shorts – $21.00 youth S-L (6” inseam); $21.00 unisex adult S-5XL (9” inseam)
100% polyester mesh; black or red, embroidered w/ block M and ball; name &/or # optional.
6. Pullover windshirt – $32.00 youth S-L; $34.00 unisex adult S-2XL
100% micro-polyester w/ polyester mesh lining; black with white accents or red with white accents; embroidered with block
M and ball; name and/or # optional.
7. Mid-length full-zip jacket – $33.00 unisex adult S-4XL
Brushed micro-polyester with a polyurethane coating; windproof & water resistant; black w/ charcoal trim or red w/ black
trim; embroidered with block M; name and/or # optional.
8. ¼ Zip Sweatshirt with collar - $32.00 unisex adult XS-2XL
Black or red; 80% cotton/20% polyester 9 oz. fleece; baseball logo emb. on left chest; name emb.on upper back below collar.
9. “MW” Swarovski crystal pin in RED stones – $20.00; or “I Love (heart)” pin – $12.00
10. Charms to hang on “MW” or “I Love” pin – Sterling silver - $6.00; crystal baseball - $15.00
Charms include baseball; glove w/ ball inside; bat and ball; baseball player; player number; crystal baseball (specify below).
Add $4.00 for name and/or number embroidered on shorts, wind shirt or jacket.
Add $4.00 for name and $6.00 for number screened on back of t-shirt.
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WYBA Spirit Wear – Spring/Summer 2010
Name _____________________ E-mail ___________________Phone ____________
Team manager _______________ Phone __________ Coach ___________________
• Attach cash or check to this form, made payable to Howling Wolf Embroidery (Kristin Davis, 952-472-1262).
• Submit order at registration, give to your team manager, or mail to Kristin Davis, Howling Wolf Embroidery,
2631 Setter Circle, Mound, 55364 by April 30, 2010.
• Be sure to specify adult or youth size, where necessary. If not indicated, adult sizes will be assumed.
• Specify personalization below.
Item # & Brief Description Qty Size Color Price Each Total
Merchandise
total
Personalization (specify item): ____________________________________________________
Personalization (specify item): ____________________________________________________
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