Important Information for the 2024 Baseball Season
All of us at Baseball Manitoba are extremely excited for the 2024 season! We’ve compiled a list of topics to help answer your questions and make this season the best one yet. Good luck to all in 2024, and here’s to another great year of Baseball in Manitoba!
TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION IN BASEBALL & LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
The Government of Canada's Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) has created Calls to Action specific to sport. They are numbered 87 thorough 91.
Baseball Manitoba Land Acknowledgement
Baseball Manitoba would like to acknowledge that we operate programs and services on Treaty 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Territory, the traditional lands of the Anishinaabe (Ojibwe), Ininew (Cree), Ojibwe-Cree, Dene and Dakota and is the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. Baseball Manitoba respects the Treaties that were made on these territories, acknowledges the harms and mistakes of the past, and we dedicate ourselves to learn and move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration. We welcome all nations to baseball activities, programs, and community with acceptance and through the spirit of sportsmanship and the game.
For more info on how you can include a Land Acknowledgement at your event, click here.
2024 PROVINCIAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
There are over 25 Provincial Championship events happening across the province this summer. You can find a full list of events on our website here.
Individual event pages and schedules will be available on our website shortly.
PITCH COUNT APP:
The Baseball Manitoba Pitch Count app is a free tool for coaches. You can use this mobile app to easily keep track of every pitch thrown in a game and view statistics from other Manitoba teams. The app is available for both iPhone and Android users.
App features include:
- Track every pitch thrown in a game in real-time
- Manage team data
- View the pitch count of any pitcher in Manitoba
- View daily updates on pitchers/teams in Manitoba
- Free to use
- Exclusive to Manitoba Coaches
HOW TO DOWNLOAD:
OR
Simply search “Baseball Manitoba pitch count app” in the App Store for iPhone users and Google Play App Store for Android users.
NEW INFO FOR THE 2024 SEASON (PDF)
2024 Baseball Manitoba Pitch Count App - Information
Coaches will not be provided Pitch Count Books. We are strongly encouraging everyone to use the app for in-game pitch count tracking. That is the most accurate way to count pitches, stay within the rules and protect our young players! If you are in a remote area, or do not have access to a phone, we have Pitch Count pages available to print here.
What do I need to do now?
IMPORTANT: work with your local registrar now to make sure you are registered in RAMP and assigned to your team in RAMP. Then, make sure that your roster is accurate, and all players are on the roster.
IMPORTANT FOR 2024: Please ensure your app is updated to the latest version (Version 1.5.0).
Baseball Manitoba Pitch Count App - Version 1.5.0
- Updates to UX/UI
- New notification center
- Better access to current and past games
- More flexibility when editing a game in progress.
HELPFUL HINT: Coaches must have their own, unique email address.
HELPFUL HINT: Make sure your team’s name has unique identifiers, like: 13U AAA Brandon Marlins
BASEBALL MANITOBA PITCH COUNT APP INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO
How does my team get into the app?
Team rosters, including the Head Coach (who is the team administrator), are exported from RAMP and uploaded into the app. This is done manually in the Baseball Manitoba office. We will start these data imports on May 1, 2024. We will do them every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday until all rosters are complete. We want you to have access to your team’s pitch count account BEFORE your first game.
Continued for 2024!
1) Head Coaches have the option to assign games to pitch counters, who can then administer the game. You no longer must give away your account password or cell phone.
2) Catchers can be tracked in the App, to help mitigate ineligible catchers who have already pitched that day.
3) Warnings for approaching and meeting or exceeding pitch count limits have been made more noticeable. The entire screen with change to orange when approaching a limit and the screen will go to red when limits have been reached. There is even vibrate functionality.
Baseball Ontario and Baseball Manitoba rules don’t quite match!
NOTE: Baseball Manitoba has licenced the App from Baseball Ontario. Sometimes you will come across mention of Baseball Ontario language or rules or policies. We are unable to change these without developing an entire App for Manitoba, so we will have to accept them as they are.
NOTE: Baseball Ontario’s rules DO NOT allow players to catch and then pitch in the same day. You will get a warning for this. Manitoba rules allow players to catch and then pitch, so you may simply ignore this warning and proceed.
NOTE: Baseball Ontario has separate pitch count limits for 9U pitchers. Baseball Manitoba does not have pitching at 9U, but does allow 9-year-old players to pitch if they play 11U. using 11U pitch count limits. 9-year-old players in the Pitch Count App will get warnings at lower thresholds than our rules allow. You may simply ignore these warnings and use the 11u pitch count rules for 9-year-olds.
Visit our Pitch Count App page here for more info.
SEASON START DATES:
For questions regarding season start dates, please contact your Local Association or Local Community Centre. Start dates are dependant on many factors and each Association’s start dates may differ.
BASEBALL MANITOBA DAY AT BLUE CROSS PARK:
Winnipeg Goldeyes vs Lincoln Saltdogs - Sunday, June 2, 2024
Day to Include:
- Goldeyes to wear Baseball Manitoba uniforms
- As members of Baseball Manitoba, amateur teams are invited to help us celebrate another summer of exciting Goldeyes baseball.
- Group rates will be available.
- Baseball Manitoba will be having a contest to win free tickets and snack pack vouchers.
- For more information visit the event page here.
11U MONSTER MANIA:
The 11U Monster Mania event is back!
This is a fun one-day event designed for Mosquito "A" teams and players that are not competing in league or regional championships. This will be a Jamboree type of tournament with modified rules that encourage player development. Baseball Manitoba also offers player/coach development clinics to all teams. This is worked into the schedule. There will also be umpire development opportunities throughout the day. New Level 1 umpires will be hired and there will be Level 3 and 4 Mentors on hand to provide support and feedback.
Date: June 8, 2024
Location: Little Mountain Sportsplex (Winnipeg)
Cost: $200/team
To register a team for the 2024 event, email Jason Miller at baseball.jason@sportmanitoba.ca with your team name and preferred method of payment.
Note: in some cases, clubs have already planned to pay for your teams participation, check with your convener or League President.
If you are a Level 1 umpire and looking to work the event, please contact Ashton Liskie at wpgsumpire@hotmail.com.
WINNIPEG GOLDEYES COACH SYMPOSIUM:
Join us on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at Blue Cross Park for our 2024 Coach Symposium.
We will be hosting up to 50 coaches for a great day of baseball and coach education. Coaches will get to hear from Goldeyes Front Office and Coach Personnel and be introduced to learning opportunities throughout the day. Visit our website here, or follow us on social media to stay updated on how you can register.
BASEBALL MANITOBA AAA LEAGUE WEBSITE:
The Baseball Manitoba AAA League now has its own website! This is where you can find all info regarding AAA baseball in Manitoba throughout the year.
Visit the AAA League Website here.
SOCIAL MEDIA:
Tag us in your social media posts this season! We love seeing our community members out on the field and enjoying the game. You can follow/tag us on the following social media platforms:
Baseball Manitoba Twitter: @baseballmb
Baseball Manitoba Facebook: @baseballmanitoba
Baseball Manitoba Instagram: @baseballmanitoba
Baseball Manitoba AAA League Twitter: @baseballmbaaa
Baseball Manitoba AAA League Facebook: @baseballmbaaa
Baseball Manitoba AAA League Instagram: @baseball_mb_aaa_league
Baseball Manitoba Umpires Twitter: @ManitobaUmpires
Baseball Manitoba Umpires Facebook: @BaseballManitobaUmpires
Baseball Manitoba Umpires Instagram: @baseballmanitoba_umpires
If you have photos and/or videos that you would like us to share, please either tag us in your posts, send us a direct message on any of our social media platforms, or email our Media and Communications Coordinator, Haley Hayward, at baseball.media@sportmanitoba.ca.
Please include as many details as possible when you contact us. Important details to include would be the photo/video credit information, location and date the photo/video was taken, age group of athletes, team names, etc.
GIRLS BASEBALL SPRING PROGRAM:
We are bringing Girls Baseball to Winnipeg and Brandon this Spring! Girls Baseball is a development program for girls ages 7-12 who want to learn to play baseball - no experience necessary. The goal is to develop and improve a baseball skill-set while giving athletes an opportunity to grow and develop in a fun, all-girls setting. The program will be led by members of our Female Provincial Teams and will include: T-Shirts, Progress Reports, and Skill Training!
GIRLS BASEBALL PROGRAM INFORMATION
COACH RUNDOWN & COACH CLINICS:
We are excited to announce the 2024 Coach Rundown Booklet is available now on our website! This is an extremely useful coach resource that includes information on 2024 Registration/Rosters, PD Requirements, Coach Certification, Sport Development Programs, and more!
VIEW THE 2024 COACH RUNDOWN HERE
2024 Coach Clinics are well underway for the 2024 Season! Many clinics are available over the next month. Visit our website to see a full list and to find more information on coaching requirements.
VIEW 2024 COACH CLINIC INFORMATION HERE
CODE OF CONDUCT REMINDER:
All of us at Baseball Manitoba want to ensure that our community is a safe and positive place for all. We support equal opportunity for all and are committed to creating an environment in which all individuals are treated with respect. Below is a reminder of the expectation of appropriate behaviour consistent with our mission and objectives.
Remember to please respect:
All umpires. We count on them to keep our games fair and fun and we couldn’t play without them.
All players. Baseball is a game and should be fun for all athletes.
All coaches. Coaches are volunteers and dedicate their time and effort so that our athletes can play.
Every member of our community is responsible for following our Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy. Learn more about how you can help create a respectful and inclusive environment for all here.
AIR QUALITY, SEVERE WEATHER, AND HEAT SAFETY INFORMATION:
AIR QUALITY
There is currently no special air quality statement in effect for Winnipeg and the surrounding areas. Below is some information from the Government of Canada on the Air Quality Health Index.
Visit the Government of Canada's website here for current info on our Province's air quality.
SEVERE WEATHER POLICY
To follow up the Air Quality Statement, we'd also like to remind our community of our Severe Weather Policy:
- Umpires are responsible for stopping a game when severe weather hits
- Games are to be stopped immediately at the sound of thunder or a lighting strike
- Seek shelter inside a building. The dugout is not considered proper shelter.
- Play resumes when 30 consecutive minutes have passed without thunder or lightning.
View our Severe Weather Policy PDF here
HEAT SAFETY
With the summer months approaching, everyone must also be mindful of their heat safety.
View our Heat Safety PDF here.
For more info on Air Quality, Severe Weather, and Heat Safety, visit our website here.
SPORT MANITOBA SAFE SPORT LINE:
Baseball Manitoba is committed to providing mental health support to its members. Sport Manitoba offers multiple helpful resources for not only coaches, but athletes, administrators, and parents.
SAFE SPORT LINE: 1-833-656-SAFE (7233)
SAFE SPORT EMAIL: help@safesportline.ca
When you call or email the Safe Sport Line, a trained staff person with decades of experience in sport related abuse prevention, risk management, dispute resolution, and crisis intervention will help to answer your questions, address your concerns, and offer resources and guidance for actionable steps you can take towards a safe sport experience.
Call or email anytime. All messages are responded to within 24 hours.
Click here for more Safe Sport Information
CONCUSSION AWARENESS:
Concussions can occur while participating in any sport or recreational activity. Since the circumstances under which a concussion can be sustained are so varied, it’s important for all coaches, parents, and athletes to be aware of the signs, symptoms, and what to do if a concussion occurs. Baseball Manitoba is committed to increase education, awareness, and establish protocols that will assist you in gaining the knowledge and skills required ensuring the safety of your athletes. We can all work together to ensure a safe sport environment.
CONCUSSION AWARENESS INFORMATION AND RESOURCES
Thank you for registering for baseball in Manitoba, good luck this season from all of us at Baseball Manitoba!
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