When is the deadline for registering 5 to 8 year olds?
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It seems that that group has always registered later, but I think we should
have them registered by February 15 to allow time for the league and coaches
to get organized.
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Can
both girls and boys play in this league or do girls join a
softball program?
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Both
boys and girls can play in this baseball program for as long as
they want. Non - competitive league is the 5-8 year old
program Competitive league at different levels of ability is
the 9-14 year old program
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What
equipment will my child need to play baseball?
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Your
child will need a pair of cleats and a glove. It is also
recommended to purchase a heart guard. A heart guard protects your
child from hits to the chest. A bat is optional. The league
provides bats to each coach.
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Will
my child be provided a uniform?
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Each
player will receive a shirt, ball cap and a pair of baseball
pants. The uniform is to be used for game days.
This uniform is kept by the player at the end of the
season. The cost of the uniform is a portion of the registration
fee.
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Should we volunteer for being a coach and be a part of the coaches meetings at the 5 to 8 year old level?
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Anyone that is interested in coaching at any level should
put in an application.
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Who
will coach my child's team? Can I become a coach?
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All
parents are encouraged to apply for a coaching position if you
have knowledge of the game, can make a commitment to a team for
approximately 10 to 12 weeks and help children learn and succeed.
Please see the coaching section of this website for more details
and expectations.
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What
are the rules for my child's age group?
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This
website contains a link to specific rules for each age group.
5 year old T-Ball, 6-7 year old coach pitch, 8 year old machine
pitch.
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Can
my child play with his friends?
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Generally
yes, we do everything possible to place players with peers from
their home school area. West Jeff does accommodate requests to the
best of our ability.
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What
school areas make up the areas for teams?
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Bergen
Meadow Elementary
Wilmot
Elementary
Marshdale
Elementary
Indian
Hills Elementary
West
Jeff Elementary
Elk
Creek Elementary
King
Murphy Elementary
Ralston
Elementary
Any
player who is home schooled or attends a private school will
generally play with children from the nearest public school your
child would attend.
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Where
are practices and games held?
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Practices
are generally held at the school the team is affiliated with,
i.e.: a Marshdale team will practice at Marshdale, Wilmot at
Wilmot etc. Games are played at the various elementary
schools. Specific schedules for games and practices are
determined after registration closes.
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How
often do the teams practice?
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5
year old teams will go with 2 practices a week and then 1 practice
and 1 game after games start. 6-7 and 8 year old teams will
generally do 2-3 practices a week and then go to 2 practices and a
game a week after games start.
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How
long does the season run?
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The
season (practices) will start; weather permitting, in the middle
of April. Games will start the 1st Sunday in May and run
every Sunday in May except for Mother's Day weekend games will
be scheduled on that Saturday. Games will change in June to
the following: Saturdays and one week day game (weekday will
vary) Season will end by June 30th 8 year olds will
have an end of season tournament the last weekend in June.
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Can
my child play on the same team with the same coach each year?
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That
is generally the case until the child turns 8 and the make up of
the team changes to strictly 8 year olds.
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Will
my player's team and coaches stay the same when he/she turns 9
years old?
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No,
all players enter the tryouts and are drafted according to ability
1st and then other scenarios come into play after that to help
form the teams.
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Who
do I contact to find out more about becoming a volunteer for West
Jeff Baseball?
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On
this website you will find a Board of Directors section which will
link you to all current members and how to contact them with
specific questions.
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