FORRESTFIELD TEE / BASE / SOFT BALL ASSOCIATION - POLICY
INDEX
1. OFFICIAL POSITIONS
2. AGE GROUPINGS
3. GAME TIMES
4. TRAINING
5. RECORDING
6. TEAM ALLOCATION
7. CODES OF BEHAVIOUR
8. UMPIRING
9. COACHING
10.AWARDS AND TROPHIES
11.UNIFORMS
12.EQUIPMENT
13.STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
14.SPONSORSHIP
15.FEES
16.FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
17.TEE BALL (GENERAL RULINGS)
18.PENALTIES
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1. OFFICIAL POSITIONS
President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Assistant Secretary / Treasurer
Registrar / Recorder
Chief Umpire
Chief Coach
(The above positions form the executive)
Assistant Chief Umpire
Property Officer
Assistant Property Officer
Officer Grounds Marksperson/s
TBAWA Delegates (2)
Club Co-ordinator
2. AGE GROUPINGS
Sub Juniors (mixed)
Juniors (mixed)
Midi Boys
Midi Girls
- Boys, five & six years
- Girls, five to seven years
- Boys, seven & eight years
- Girls, eight & nine years
- Boys, nine to eleven years
- Girls, ten to twelve years
The executive may elect to accept players that have turned four prior to first playing
date, subject to evaluation by the Chief Coach. The executive may elect to accept
boys aged 12 years, subject to evaluation by the Chief Coach.
3. GAME TIMES
a) Tee Ball:
Sub Juniors
Juniors (mixed)
Midi’s
- Saturday, 8:15am John Reid Oval
- Saturday, 9:15am John Reid Oval
- Saturday,10:30am John Reid Oval
b) Other games as directed by the Committee
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4. TRAINING
a) Teams are to train only on those ovals assigned to their particular age groups:
Sub Juniors
- Pioneer Park
Juniors (mixed)
- Pioneer Park
Midi’s
- Pioneer Park
b) Teams are not permitted to train on the diamonds after the third playing date
(penalty – two points)
5. RECORDING
Players will be accredited games as follows:
a) One game per player per day for allocated teams
b) One additional game if playing in the next age group. (e.g. – Junior playing in
Midi’s)
c) One game for participating in the FTBSBA “Knock Out” competition.
d) One game for each TBAWA “State Championship” game.
e) Two games for each TBAWA affiliated pre State Championships Carnival.
f) Five games for each TBAWA “Super Squad” player.
6. TEAM ALLOCATION
a) A “grading committee” that comprises of committee personnel invited to attend
by the President will allocate players to teams.
b) Requests will not be considered in relation to team allocation, unless under
special circumstances, e.g. Sibling.
c) All allocations made by the “grading committee” will remain confidential until
the team lists are made available to the coaching staff.
d) Players who continue not to show up at training may be delegated to the bench for
the first innings. The Chief Coach will be the sole arbitrator should there be any
dissention over that player.
e) Parents should forward a written submission if their child has a disadvantage /
disability, which will be considered by the “grading committee” on an individual
basis.
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7. CODES OF BEHAVIOUR
7.1
Players responsibilities
7.1.1 Learn the rules of Tee Ball and always play them well.
7.1.2 Never argue with an umpire, players, coaches or officials. If you have a problem,
discuss it with your coach and allow him to take the necessary action.
7.1.3 Your coach or umpires will not tolerate verbal abuse, spitting on hands or
deliberate interference with opponents.
7.1.4 Strive to play to the best of your ability at all times, both at practice and during
games.
7.1.5 Respect the time and efforts put in by your coaches and officials. They deserve
your support and full commitment.
7.1.6 Tee Ball is a team game. Encourage your team mates even when they make
mistakes. Remember every player makes errors and has off days. Never ridicule
opponents or team mates.
7.1.7 Accept that at times you may be required to take a turn on the bench. When on the
bench encourage your team and be prepared to play at all times.
7.1.8 Respect your opponents and appreciate their good play. Without opposition you
would not be able to play the game of Tee Ball.
7.1.9 Play to enjoy the game and improve your Tee Ball skills.
7.1.10 Respect the equipment provided for your use. Tee Ball equipment is very
expensive and should be used responsibly. Abuse of equipment such as throwing
helmets or bats will not be tolerated.
7.1.11 Always think safety to avoid injuries to yourself and others.
7.1.12 Foul language of any sort will not be tolerated.
7.1.13 Players must still maintain their obligations to their club teams at both training
and games.
7.2
Parents responsibilities
7.2.1 Children play Tee Ball for fun. Accept any mistakes as part of their learning
process. Remember they are playing for their enjoyment not yours.
7.2.2 Don’t leave your child at Tee Ball. Stay and support the team, volunteer to help
and discuss your child’s progress with the coach.
7.2.3 Applaud good play from both teams and encourage your child to accept that an
honest effort is as important as victory.
7.2.4 Encourage your child to always play within the rules of Tee Ball and accept the
umpire’s decision.
7.2.5 Never ridicule, abuse or yell at a child for making mistakes or losing a game.
7.2.6 Offensive behaviour from parents or spectators is not acceptable under the rules
of Tee Ball and stern action will be taken against offenders
7.2.7 Recognize the value and importance of the volunteer coaches and officials. They
give their time and knowledge to provide organized Tee Ball for your child and
deserves your respect and support.
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7.2.8 Tee Ball is a team game. Accept and understand that at all times your child may
be asked to take a turn on the bench.
7.2.9 Not all children can be champions. Do not force an unwilling child to participate
in Tee Ball or accept more from your child than their best efforts.
7.2.10 If you disagree with an official or coach, raise the issue through the appropriate
channels rather than question the person in public.
7.2.11 Foul language of any sort will not be tolerated.
7.2.12 Support and encourage all of the team, not only your child, remember that the
coach is there for the whole team and not individuals.
7.2.13 As commitment to training is essential, the coach must be advised if a player
cannot attend a training session. It is important to note that training for State
Squads often proceeds through the Christmas break
7.2.14 Must advise the coach by the previous evening if their child is not going to be
available through either injury or illness to enable a substitute player to be called
in.
7.2.15 Derisive comments aimed at the umpire are unacceptable and only bring the club
into disrepute.
7.3
Coaches responsibilities
7.3.1
7.3.2
7.3.3
7.3.4
Be reasonable in your demands on young player’s time and energy.
Always think safety first.
Know the rules of Tee Ball and ensure your players always play within the rules.
Develop team respect for opponents and officials. Do not abuse or ridicule players
or officials and do not allow your players to do so.
Ensure any discussions with umpires are kept below the level of an argument.
Remember your players look to you for example, how you accept a decision will
be reflected in your players.
No smoking on the diamond or bench. (within 20 metres)
Discipline should be fair and consistent. Ensure your players know what is
expected of them at training and during games.
Do not tolerate players abusing equipment or misbehaving to the detriment of the
other players at the time.
Keep yourself informed of sound coaching principles and seek more skilled
advice when necessary.
Remember your players are playing Tee Ball for their enjoyment. Endeavor to
make the learning process both pleasurable and informative.
Remember players need a coach they can respect. Be generous with your praise
when deserved and set a good example.
Foul language of any sort will not be tolerated.
No alcohol at training or scratch matches / State games.
7.3.5
7.3.6
7.3.7
7.3.8
7.3.9
7.3.10
7.3.11
7.3.12
7.3.13
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8. UMPIRING
8.1
8.2
8.3
The FTBSBA will not tolerate the use of video film of Tee Ball games to attack
the credibility of umpires. Any appeals or protests should be lodged in the correct
manner and in accordance with the TBAWA rules. If any person comes under
notice for using video film in the above manner, then that person will be
requested to attend the next meeting of the committee where further consideration
will be given to the matter.
The FTBSBA shall cover the cost of members attending the TBAWA umpiring
accreditations course.
Players umpiring will be subject to assessment and at the final discretion of the
Chief Umpire.
9. COACHING
9.1
9.2
9.3
The FTBSBA shall cover the cost of coaches attending the TBAWA level “A”
coaching clinics
That any person between the ages of 15 to 18 be able to coach a team, but must
always be accompanied by an adult at all training sessions and games.
At the beginning of game, one coach is to be stipulated to call “Time”
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10. AWARDS AND TROPHIES
10.1
10.2
10.2.1
10.2.2
10.2.3
10.3
10.3.1
10.3.2
10.3.3
Medallions or trophies in bronze, silver and gold colouring will be awarded for
50, 100 and 150 games respectively with 200 game award to be decided
The “Club Person of the Year” award, which is a perpetual trophy is awarded as
follows:
The recipient will be selected by the executive.
Executive members are excluded.
Nominations must be for services to the association over the season.
The following trophies will be presented at the closing ceremony:
Premiership teams in Sub Juniors, Juniors and Midi’s will receive the respective
perpetual shield and individual trophies to each member of the teams.
All other playing members will receive participation trophies
State Championship representatives will receive a club medallion.
11. UNIFORMS
11.1
11.2
11.3
11.4
11.5
11.6
11.7
11.8
11.9
The club shirt shall be Royal Blue and Red with a printed or embroidered motif.
The club hat will be a blue Legionnaire style cap bearing the “Forrestfield Flyers”
logo in red with white highlighting.
The coach is responsible for the uniforms and they are not to be worn to and from
the games.
Each child is to purchase its own blue Tee Ball pants at the beginning of season to
be worn at each game.
The club may provide red socks for “State Championship” representatives.
Plain tee shirts in appropriate team colours are permitted if the uniform tee shirt is
too small.
Disposal of old uniforms is at the discretion of the committee and cannot be
utilized for another sport without approval.
No deviation from the uniform standard will be considered.
A maximum of four club shirts may be issued for each State team for use by team
officials, to be returned on completion of their duties.
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12. EQUIPMENT
12.1
12.2
12.3
12.4
Until State Coaches have selected a maximum of 15 players, they will be issued
with a maximum of 18 balls at the discretion of the property officer.
Six balls to be issued to Tee Ball coaches for training purposes. Game balls will
be issued by the Chief Umpire to umpires on the day and returned to the Chief
Umpire after the game.
Equipment issued to all coaches is not to be swapped.
Portashades are provided for protection from the sun, with umbrellas available for
the scorers.
13. STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
13.1 State Coach Selection
13.1.1 State coach nominations called for and executive to consider nominees for various
age groups and place recommendations before committee. Should an executive
member nominate for State Coach, then that person is expected to abstain from
any such vote.
13.2 State Team Selection.
13.2.1 State team try-outs to be commenced within the first three weeks of November.
13.2.2 State team coach to request a suitable number of players for each team. Coach to
attend try-outs to limit the number to 40.
13.2.3 Team coach is responsible for the selection of players from within their teams in
the basis of ability and behavior. Chief Coach is the sole arbitrator should there be
any discussion over players selected for try-outs.
13.2.4 Players to be judged on their merits throughout the try-outs and not on previous
performance. Further, players must not be considered once the culling process has
begun unless unusual circumstances prevail and then only at the discretion of the
Chief Coach.
13.2.5 Culling
13.2.5.1
There should be a minimum of two and a maximum of three try-outs
before culling commences.
13.2.5.2
Criteria of skills levels should be clearly defined by the State Coach prior
to try-outs commencing (e.g. throwing, batting, catching and game
knowledge standard)
13.2.6 No player shall be recalled unless they are to be utilized.
13.2.7 Team selection is to be finalized by the last game date prior to the Christmas
break.
13.2.8 The final squad is to consist of a maximum of 15 players and substitutes can only
be utilized to cover illness or injury.
13.3 Conduct
13.3.1 As per “Codes of Behavior” section 7.
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13.4 Training
13.4.1 John Reid Oval
13.4.2 Training Times
13.4.2.1
Commencement time and day at the coaches discretion
13.4.2.2
Juniors to have a maximum of two, one hour sessions per week.
13.4.2.3
Midi’s to have a maximum of two, one and a half hour sessions per week.
13.4.2.4
State team try-outs (Midi and Juniors) a maximum of one and a half hours.
13.4.3 Training Diamond
13.4.3.1
Avoid conflict over training space with club teams Monday to Thursday.
13.4.3.2
State teams have priority for training space on Fridays
13.4.4 Training Overlap
13.4.4.1
Any problems relating to an overlap between a State and a club team is to
be dealt with at coach level and failing this, the Chief Coach will arbitrate.
13.5 Dress
13.5.1 Dress standards for players
13.5.1.1
Shirt in
13.5.1.2
Flaps down
13.5.1.3
Socks up
13.5.1.4
Sporting footwear
13.5.2 Dress standards for coaches
13.5.2.1
Club shirt
13.5.2.2
Enclosed footwear
13.6 Inter Club Scratch Matches
13.6.1 Teams to be in uniform
13.6.2 The Chief Coach has the responsibility for co-ordinating inter club scratch
matches.
13.7
13.7.1
13.7.2
13.7.3
State Team windups
Location to be determined at the February committee meeting.
All teams to attend agreed location as per 13.7.1 above.
State teams to be presented with State Championship participation medallions at
club closing ceremony.
13.8
Coach Development
The sub-committee believes that:
13.8.1 All coaches should actively be encouraged to attain level one coaching standard.
13.8.2 In house instruction on tactics for post levels A coaches be organized.
13.8.3 Group discussions involving past and present State Coaches are organized to
ensure “downstream” use of experience gained at State Championships over many
years.
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14. SPONSORSHIP
Tee Ball - $250 for two years and $100 for each year thereafter. (Reviewed annually)
15. FEES
a) Tee Ball - $58 for one child, $106 for two children and $145 for three or more.
(Reviewed annually)
b) Fees to be paid by the third playing date and a non-refundable deposit of $10 must
be paid on registration day. This is to be placed in newsletter.
16. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
The FTBSBA support past and present members who have been selected to play in State
or National teams for baseball, softball or Tee Ball, provided that:
a) The application is in writing
b) Approval is at the discretion of the FTBSBA committee.
c) Past and present members must have been a member of the FTBSBA for at least
three years to be eligible for the maximum of $200.
d) Maximum of $600 per year is allocated for junior participation.
e) Financial assistance is available once only per past or present member.
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17. TEE BALL (General Rulings)
17.1
17.2
17.3
17.4
17.5
17.6
17.7
17.8
17.9
17.9.1
17.9.2
17.9.3
17.9.4
17.10
A player must occupy a different position after each second innings. No player
can re-occupy that same position in that game.
Players must not change positions in an innings unless injured.
Players must not sit out twice in a game unless all other players have sat out once.
In the first four innings a player must play at least once in an infield and at least
once in an outfield position. (On trial for U/9, review annually)
No player in the sub-junior competition may be run down by the pitcher whilst
attempting to run to first base.
Pitchers in Midi’s must wear a helmet with a facemask for protection.
Orange safety bag is to be used for Midi Girls, sub-juniors and juniors.
Under age players are not permitted to play in a higher age group (Tee Ball)
unless there are less than nine players of the correct age in that team.
“Super Squad” selection will be by ballot of the committee, however, nominees
must satisfy the following criteria
An excellent ambassador of the FTBSBA
Must be mobile and able to attend “Super Squad” games throughout the
metropolitan area.
Among the club’s better players
Be a minimum age – Boys must turn 10 years of age by 31st December, Girls
must turn 12 years of age by 31st December.
The executive committee at the ground will make a decision as to cancellation of
games due to inclement weather on the day.
18. PENALTIES
18.1
18.2
When the registrar finds that a team offends club policy, a warning will be issued.
Any further contravention of club policy will be taken to the committee.
That each team affiliated with our club to send at least one representative to attend
monthly committee meetings. Failure to attend would result in a warning being
issued and failure to attend after receiving a warning would result in the loss of
one game point.
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