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Updates from the Commissioner

LET'S GET READY TO PLAY SOME BALL!!

NYSA is excited for another fun filled baseball season this Spring!  We have some fantastic news to share, alongside some new people to introduce!  In 2024, baseball will be represented by two commissioners and a ballpark mom.  Brandon McSwain will serve as the Lower Division Commissioner overseeing 4U, 6U, and 8U.  Lee Solt is the Upper Division Commissioner managing 10U, 12U, and 14U.  Amber Calhoun is our very own Ballpark Mom assisting all team moms across the league.  Additionally, a brand new staff of committee members were hired and assigned to each division to act as liaisons between the coaches and commissioners.  There were also some changes that were made in the off season as well.  A 4U developmental league, for age 4 only, was created to introduce the game of baseball to our rookie players, as well as, to teach our 1st year parents how to coach.  The 8U Division underwent a transformation this past fall by converting the "Coach Pitch" Division into a "Machine Pitch" Division. Furthermore, Spring and Fall of 2023 witnessed an amazing effort towards fundraising!  The money earned will be invested back into the park to include two new scoreboards, pitching machines, a Blackstone grill for the concession stand, and updated catcher's gear.  Excitement is buzzing around the ballpark, and our two new commissioners want to provide your child and family with a better opportunity to participate in America's greatest pastime.  Please help us spread the word, tell your friends, and let's play ball!!

If you have questions regarding 4U, 6U & 8U, email the Lower Division Commissioner at [email protected].  For 10U, 12U & 14U, email the Upper Division Commissioner at [email protected]*Lastly, players age 15 are allowed to play in 14U.  

Stay tuned for more updates on this page and follow us on Facebook at Navarre Youth Baseball--NYSA!!

DID YOU KNOW...that NYSA is an all-volunteer organization?  Yes, with exception to the umpires, all commissioners, committee members, coaches, and team moms are 100% volunteers.  This means that throughout the season, your assistance will be requested to aid with running the concession stands, picking up trash, keeping the scorebook, operating the scoreboard, partaking in our once-a-season field day preparations, and participating in fundraisers.  NYSA was built on the backs of volunteers.  We cannot continue to grow and prosper without YOUR help!  Many of us look at NYSA as the ballpark our children will grow up in and create countless, unforgettable memories that one day they will tell their kids about.  We greatly appreciate any and all help that you can provide throughout the season.   A wise man once said, "We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give."  

IMPORTANT DATES:

- January 6, 2024:  Baseball Registration Opens
- February 10:  Coaches Meeting @ 10:00am & Registration Closes
- February 12:  Tryouts/Draft for 6U (Field 2) & 10U (Field 8) @ 5:30pm
- February 13:  Tryouts/Draft for 8U (Field 7) & 12U (Field 11)  @ 5:30pm 
- February 15:  Tryouts/Draft for 14U (Field 11)  @ 5:30pm 
- February 16:  Team gear issue for 8U - 14U @ 5:30pm 
- February 18:  REGISTRATION PAYMENT DUE
- February 19:   Weekly practices for all divisions begin 
- February 24:  Rec-Select All-Star Tryouts (Time TBD) 
- March 2:  Field Cleanup @ 9:00am 
- March 16:  Opening Day (Time: 9:00AM)
- April 6:  Picture Day
- May 6 - 11:  Makeup week
- May 10:  NYSA Home Run Derby (10U - 14U) @ 6:00pm
- May 11:  NYSA All-Star Games (6U-14U) @ 10:00am
- May 13-17:  Playoff Week
- May 18:  Championship Saturday (Season Concludes)
***Commissioners reserve the right to change or cancel a game(s) during mid-season or post-season play.  

REMINDER:  Coaches/Players/Parents/Spectators please review the Baseball Code of Conduct (BCoC), written below, and the NYSA Code of Conduct before the season begins.  During the registration process, all coaches and parents are required to read, acknowledge, and sign that they understand the BCoC prior to signing up your child.  Violations of the BCoC and NYSA CoC will be strictly enforced. The NYSA CoC is located in the Volunteer Corner section of the NYSA Spring Baseball webpage.

Baseball Code of Conduct

This Coach/Player/Parent Code of Conduct is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of rules concerning coaches/players/parent behavior. All coaches, players and parents registered to play on an NYSA Baseball team are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that is above and beyond respectful of others and reflects positively on Navarre Youth Sports Association.

Sportsmanship:  All coaches, players and parents must learn and display a sense of fair play.  Be humble in victory, gracious in defeat.  Players and parents must represent your team and Navarre Youth Sports Association by always showing good sportsmanship, win or lose. 

Player Conduct: Each player will agree to the following:

1.         Respect your Coach, Coaches, Teammates, Parents, Opponents, Spectators, and Umpires.

2.         Never argue with an umpire’s call or decision.

3.         No swearing, harassment, or inappropriate behavior or language will be tolerated.

4.         Be responsible to help clean up the field, dugout after all practices and games.

5.         No use of Tobacco, Alcohol, Drugs will be Tolerated

6.         No defaming of coaches, teammates VIA any electronic or social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) text messages, etc.

Coaches/Parents/Guardian Responsibility:  Each coach, parent and guardian will agree to the following:

1.         Respect all coaches, players, teammates, parents, opponents, spectators, and umpires.

2.          Only the head coach may query an umpire's call after seeking permission from the umpire in question; however, a coach will NEVER argue with an umpire
              about a call.  After a play comes to an end, and time is called by the umpire, only then can a coach request from the umpire to have a conversation about a
              specific ruling.  

3.         Be respectful of your coach’s decisions.  Remember they are the ones who are putting in the extra time and effort.

4.         Encourage your child to play by the rules.  Remember that children learn best by example and be supportive of both teams when good plays are made.

5.         Do not embarrass your team by yelling at players, coaches, umpires or spectators.  By showing a positive attitude toward the game, and all of its
             participants, your player will benefit.  Any coach or parent that cannot refrain from such behavior will be asked to leave.

6.         No defaming of coaches, players, or other parents VIA any electronic or social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) text messages, etc.

7.         Allow for a 24 hour “COOL DOWN, be OBJECTIVE” period before you discuss any serious concerns you have with a particular coach in a constructive and
             adult manner.

8.         Allow for a 24 hour “COOL DOWN, be OBJECTIVE” period before you contact your division's committee member or commissioner.

Any coach, player or parent found to have engaged in such prohibited conduct shall be subject to disciplinary action up to and including immediate dismissal, suspension and/or a formal apology to the offended individual. 

Discipline Policy/Consequences:  Each coach, player and parent are advised of the following discipline policy and consequences for any and all inappropriate conduct.

1.         Any and All Disciplinary action shall be reviewed by the NYSA Baseball Committee, NYSA Baseball Commissioners, and, or NYSA Board of Directors as   
             appropriate.

2.         Any and All actions may include but are not limited to the following repercussions:
a.  Verbal Warning
b.  Suspension
c.  Dismissal

For more information please contact [email protected] or [email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions

Registration: January 6 - February 10, 2024 
Registration fee: 
$165 and $55 Annual NYSA Family Membership Dues
Ages:
4-15

What division will my child play in?  The Divisions are divided into 4U, 6U, 8U, 10U, and 14U.  The age of your child on April 30, 2024 determines the division your child will participate in.  For instance, if your child is 9 years old on April 30, he will play in 10U.  If you have questions, please consult your respective Lower Division or Upper Division Commissioner.  


Tryouts: Schedule provided above. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your tryout.

What baseball gear is included with my registration fee? 
Baseball hat, jersey, pants, belt and socks are included in registration fee.

What forms of payment do you accept for the registration fee? Credit/Debit cards when registering online. However, you may select the option to "Pay by check", and pay at the NYSA office with Cash or Money Order, as the NYSA does not take personal checks. 

What other expenses may I incur? You are responsible for providing your child’s batting helmet, baseball glove, baseball bat, cleats, practice pants, gear bag and a cup & supporter if plays catcher position,. Additional expenses may include baseballs, batting gloves, sliding shorts, etc. 

What type of bat do I need to purchase for my athlete?

  • For NYSA Park Play - All bats (alloy or composite) having the USSSA/BPF 1.15 Thumbprint stamp and/or the BBCOR stamp and/or USA Baseball Stamp are acceptable.  ALLOY bats may NOT contain the words "Coach Pitch" or "CP."  Big Barrel bats are acceptable up to widths of 2 3/4".  Division 8U is allowed no higher than Drop -10 bat (i.e. Drop -12 or -14 is not permitted).  For divisions 10U and 12U, there are no restrictions. Division 14U is allowed no higher than a Drop -5; however, it's recommended to utilize -3 due to mandatory -3 bat usage at the High School level of play.
  • For Tee Ball (4U & 6U) - Under the USA Bat standard, certified Tee Ball bats (26″ and shorter) will feature the USA Baseball mark and text which reads ONLY FOR USE WITH APPROVED TEE BALLS. All Tee Ball bats must feature the USA Baseball mark and accompanying text. Tee Ball bats that were produced and/or purchased prior to the implementation of the new standard can be certified using an Approved Tee Ball Sticker via the USA Baseball Tee Ball Sticker Program (USABaseballShop.com). For Tee Ball Baseball, bats shall be no less than twenty-four inches (24”) nor more than twenty-six inches (26”) in length. The barrel of the bat must not exceed two and three-fourth inches (2-3/4”) in diameter.  
  • GCYB Inner-League & All-Star Play - All bats must have the new USA bat thumbprint and/or the BBCOR stamp to be acceptable for play. 
 
Estimated Cost of Additional Gear
baseball cleats$30+
baseball glove$35+
batting helmet$30+
baseball bat$65+
gear bag$25+
  
 
 Additional, Optional Expenses 
Team & Individual Photos
Batting gloves, etc. 
 

When are practices? Practices vary by team and age group.

Where are practices? Practices are held on the baseball fields or batting cages at the NYSA main complex or at the Holley Baseball Field (Practice location is dependent upon age group and field availability in the main complex).

When does the season start and end? Practices begin the week of February 19 and the final games conclude on May 18, 2024. 

When are games? Game days vary per division but you can expect games during the middle of the week and on Saturdays.  There are no baseball events on Sundays. 

Where are games played?  We generally play against our own NYSA teams at the NYSA Ball Park.  
 
When is the schedule available/posted?  At the beginning of the Spring Baseball season, a practice schedule and game schedule will be posted on the NYSA Website/Spring Baseball page.  Once games begin, a reduced practice schedule will be posted.  The schedule can change throughout the season as a result of events that are out of our control (numerous rainouts, hurricanes, etc).  As a general rule of thumb, the park typically schedules each team a minimum of ten games for the Spring Baseball season.  Lastly, practice/game updates, time changes or cancellations will be posted on the Navarre Youth Baseball -- NYSA Facebook page, as well as, communicated through text messages to your team's head coach.  

Where can I find maps of and to the ball fields? Maps can be found under Park Maps on the NYSA website.

May my son who is playing Rec ball at NYSA also play Travel ball on another team?  Short answer, Yes!  If a child is playing travel ball, it must be understood by the parent that NYSA recreational baseball must come FIRST when faced with scheduling predicaments regarding travel ball.  Our point of view is the majority of players at NYSA do not participate in travel ball and recreational ball simultaneously; it is unfair to your child's teammates and coaches if they cannot depend on your child to attend a practice or game.

Spring Baseball Registration - Opens Jan 6th

No Programs are Currently Displayed

There are no programs or divisions available at the moment. Please contact your club administrator with any questions.

Contact Baseball Commissioner

For 4U, 6U and 8U contact Brandon McSwain:
Tball@nysasports.com

For 10U, 12U and 14U contact Lee Solt: 
baseball
@nysasports.com
Please allow up to two business days for a response!

BECOME A CORPORATE SPONSOR

It is easy to become a corporate sponsor today!
Click on email link below to open the sponsorship form, fill out the form, email the form to the address below, and drop off payment at NYSA front office.

[email protected]

Contact

Navarre Youth Sports Association
8840 High School Blvd. 
Navarre, Florida 32566

Phone: 850-939-5202
Email: [email protected]

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