2016 Traveling Baseball
TRAVELING COMPETITIVE BASEBALL/SOFTBALL PROGRAM MISSION STATEMENT
The traveling competitive baseball/softball program of the EBSA strives to promote the highest
level of competitive baseball/softball play, while attracting highly skilled players who have the
desire, determination, dedication and discipline necessary to improve their skills. The traveling
competitive program goals; (1) Provide an atmosphere that is conducive to learning the game,
developing skills and results in a positive experience for participants, (2) To provide the most
competitive opportunities and field the best possible teams within an enjoyable environment, (3)
Field the best players for teams to each competitive level, (4) Promoting the principles of
teamwork and sportsmanship, and (5) Coaches will make every effort to ensure all players with
playing time, but playing time and or equal paying time will not be guaranteed.
Traveling baseball program is open to boy’s grades 3-12 who live within the Ellsworth Community
School District; thought exceptions can be made in special circumstances, See EBSA bylaws 5.1.
We play in and follow the rules for the Metro Baseball League. Mandatory practices are to be
determined by each coach, but generally start in February. Though there are other opportunities
for players to practice before then. Details will be made available to those players who have
registered.
Home games are divided between Ellsworth Middle School, Hager City Brown’s Complex, and
Summit Park depending on the age of plays and required field size. Away games are usually
within an hours drive. Tournaments will be decided on a team-by-team basis, because there is a
limit on the number of innings a player can pitch in a game/week (72 hours for 14 & 15U players).
Teams 10 & under (10U) and 11 & under (11U) start games at the end of April or early May. There
will be 1-3 games per week, depending on field league scheduling and field availability (6 innings).
Additionally they will have weekly practice.
Teams 12 & under (12U) start games at the end of April or early May. There will be 1-3 games per
week, depending on field league scheduling and field availability (6 innings or more depending on
weather conditions and sunlight). Additionally they will have weekly practice.
Teams 13 & under (13U) start games at the end of April or early May. There will be 1-3 games per
week, depending on field league scheduling and field availability (7 innings or more depending on
weather conditions and sunlight). Additionally they will have weekly practice.
Teams 14 & under (14U) start games at the end of April or early May. There will be 1-3 games per
week, depending on field league scheduling and field availability (7 innings or more depending on
weather conditions and sunlight). This level of play is a 9 man batting offense with an option for a
designated hitter (DH). Additionally they will have weekly practice.
The cost to play either baseball or softball is $200.00 for the 1st child, and $150.00 for each
additional child. A $75.00 deposit is required with registration per child. Balance is due in
January at the mandatory parent/player meeting. (Scheduled for January 19th at 6:30pm at the
middle school cafeteria). Families are also REQUIRED to place a $50.00 deposit at this time for
volunteer hours. Each family is asked to volunteer 10 hours (no matter the number of children
playing). There will be many opportunities for each family to fulfill the 10 hours. Once your
family commitment of 10 hours is complete you will receive your deposit back.
Players are required to have a personal batting helmet, glove, cleats, pants, socks, and team
jersey. All bats must follow the Metro Baseball League requirements. (13U & 14U players can use
metal spikes). On January 19th we will hold a mandatory parent/player meeting. At this time we
will be taking team orders for undershirts, jerseys if needed, Ellsworth team apparel, and other
required equipment.
All players must complete a tryout. Tryouts are temporarily suspended, until January 17th. The
league is looking to change the cutoff date to Jan. 1st. This will dramatically affect the teams.
However all players MUST complete the registration form and return it by the due date to be
guaranteed a roster spot.
If a player cannot make the tryout due to prior commitments, efforts will be made to offer an
alternate date. However each traveling team will consist of 12-13 players. Once a team is full, it is
full unless we have enough for 2 teams.
Coaches & Assistants. If you are interested in coaching or assisting on a team, you must fill out
the coach’s application. Filling out the application does not guarantee coaching positions. We are
looking for the right coach for each team. In situations of multiple applications for one team, the
board will decide the head coach. Plan to attend the EBSA meeting on Dec 2nd at 6:30pm, at the
middle school.
Registrations can be brought to tryouts or mailed to EBSA (post marked no later than Oct
14th), PO Box 442, Ellsworth WI 54011. The EBSA will work with anyone who needs financial
assistance. Please contact the treasurer, Whitney O’Neil [email protected] 715 529-4843.
Questions or concerns can be directed to Andy Matzek [email protected] 715 220-0587 or
Troy Kemmerer [email protected] 612 919-0691.
2016 Traveling Baseball Registration
Player Name: ___________________________________________Age (1/1/16) ______ (5/1/16) ______
Parents Names: _________________________________________________________
Contact Email: _______________________________________ Cell # ______________________
Contact Email: _______________________________________ Cell # ______________________
I herby give my permission for my son________________________________, to participate in the EBSA
traveling baseball program. Additionally I will not hold the Ellsworth Baseball/Softball
Association responsible for any injuries, which may occur.
Parent signature: ________________________________________
I herby give consent for images of my son, _________________________________, participating in EBSA
organized events and games to be used for promotion of the EBSA programs. This includes but is
not limited to Flyers, Facebook & The Ellsworth Youth Rec website.
Parent signature: ________________________________________
I have read and understand the mission statement at the beginning of this document.
Parent signature: ________________________________________
As a player or parent of a player in an EBSA programs, I agree to the following code of conduct:
1. Be respectful of parents, players and coaches
2. Be respectful of umpires – no good comes out of an angry ump.
3. Allow a 24hr. cooling off period before talking to a coach about an issue
4. Accept the coaches placement of the players
5. Do not use profanity
6. Do not use social media in a negative way about players, parents, coaches or teams.
7. Parents, Do not coach your child during a game, let the coaches do the coaching
Player signature: _______________________________________
Parent signature: ________________________________________