2025 Competitive Registration (Strathroy Minor Baseball Association)

2025 Competitive Registration
Please fill out this form if you are interested in trying out for a competitive team for the 2025 season. If there are enough players at that level, workouts will be held early september.

Player Information

Parent/Guardian Information

Division and Level of Play

Division of play is based on the players year of birth. A non - refundable competitve fee of $125 is due at time of registration.

Payment Information

All payments are to be made by e transfer to [email protected] with password Ball2024

Payment of $125 Competitive Fee must be made by September 5, 2024 to be  considered registered for competitive ball.  Payments can be made via e-transfer to [email protected] with password Ball2024

THIS is a non refundable fee!  If your player doesn't make the competitive team the fee will be applied towards the house league fee.
Consent to Participate:
I, the undersigned parent or legal guardian of the registering player, do hereby agree that the minor may participate in the activities of the Strathroy Minor Baseball Association and will adhere to its rules and regulations.  I understand that it is my responsibility to keep the team management advised of any changes to the information supplied above as soon as possible, and in the event no one can be contacted, team management will admit my child to the hospital if deemed necessary.  I hereby authorize the physician and nursing staff of any Emergency Unit to undertake examination, investigation, and necessary treatment of my child.  I hereby release and discharge Strathroy Minor Baseball Association, any member of its executive, and any liability resulting from injury, harm, damage, or loss suffered or caused as a result of participation with Strathroy Minor Baseball Association.
I, the undersigned parent or legal guardian of the registering player, do hereby give consent to Strathroy Royals executives and coaches to email me for the purpose of facilitating league activities.
Player's Code of Conduct

I understand that Royals baseball is a highly competitive sport and there are no guarantees as to the amount of playing time or position that I will play during games.  I will agree to listen and follow the instructions of the team Manager and coaching staff at ALL TIMES.

I am aware that the team has limited membership, and as such, that each player's participation (including my own) is crucial in maintaining the high standards of play we are striving to attain.  As such, I understand my attendance at all games, practices, team meetings, scrimmages, and official games is important to the Team's success.

I agree to display good sportsmanship, positive behaviours, cheer on my teammates, take pride in personal and team accomplishments, and accept winning or defeat with dignity at all times.

Obey and understand the following:
ATTENDANCE - is mandatory for all practices, scrimmages, games, and functions.  We understand certain issues may arise, but any absences must be approved by the head coach.  Unexcused absences may result in limited play time or removal from the team.

During games:  I understand that team rules require me and my team mates to remain in the dugout and/or on the bench while the game is going on (AT ALL TIMES).  I am not allowed to sit with parents or with spectators.  Even, if I am not in the games (Excused illness only)

Take pride, care, and wear my uniform properly at all times.

Wear my entire uniform at games (removal of any part for any reason must be first approved by the coach)

During the game, I will know where my equipment is at all times

While in the dugout, I will cheer on my teammates.  No distracting horse-play

I will pay attention to the game on the field at all times.  i will watch and pay attention for base running instructions from the base coaches and not from fans watching the game, including parents.

NO player is to question a coach about player position or playing time during a game.  Either about themselves or in second hand conversation to others.  There are proper times and place for this.  Tournament weekend or games isn't one.

I agree not to : use foul language, physical aggression, and uncooperative behaviour/body language (including: facial expressions, back talk, body gestures that criticize my Manager or any member of the coaching staff or players), arrive to practices, tournaments and team functions at designated time (that means I am ready to walk onto the field and play the game at all times regardless of position or playing status).  When in the game, I will pay attention to the game and be ready to make a play to help my team at all times.

I am aware and understand that there will be consequences for not following these rules and they are (in no specific order):
change of playing position and/or reduced playing time
removal from the game/line-up
released from the team
running laps, sprints, etc

Should I have any questions concerning specific playing time, positions, and/or concerns regarding interest in specific areas of the game, I will discuss this matter with my manager or coaches directly at the appropriate time and place (outside of games)

CONSEQUENCES AND PENALTIES
Failure to live up to the Code of Conduct, whether it be by the athlete or parent, may result in one of the following sanctions being imposed by the Coach and/or the Disciplinary Committee upon the athlete:
Suspension from the team - the suspension imposed may range anywhere from one game or practice to one or more games or weeks, depending upon the severity of the misconduct and the surrounding circumstances
Dismissal from the team for the remainder of the season
Permanent dismissal from the Strathroy Minor Baseball Association

POSSIBLE REASONS FOR SUSPENSION OR EXPULSION FROM THE TEAM
Failure to comply with Royals baseball player/parent handbook codes of conduct.  Two or more unexcused absences from scheduled practices, games, or meetings.
Walking out on practices, meetings, or games.
Exhibiting disrespectful or negative behaviour towards teammates, coaches, officials, or spectators by player or player's parents/guardians.  Each case will be handled on an individual basis.
Use of Alcohol, Illegal Drugs, or Tobacco during the season.  Players caught using these (or showing up to an event under the influence of these) will be immediately dismissed from the team.  Not only is the use of these drugs illegal, but they also severely inhibit a player's ability to perform at a championship level.
Parent's Code of Conduct

1. Do NOT coach your child from the stands.  Do not interfere with the Coach's instruction.
2.  Abusive and foul language is NOT permitted.
3. I will emphasize skill development with my son or daughter and agree to practice hardball on a weekly basis.
4. Conduct of an guests of parents is the responsibility of the parent/guardian whose child will participate on the team.  Please think twice before saying something critical.
5.  This is an elite baseball program.  I will do my part to have my player attend all practices, tournaments/scrimmages, and fundraisers at the designated time.
6.  Reinforce and remind your son or daughter to honour the player's code of conduct they are bound to uphold.
7.  I will make sure my son or daughter remains in the dugout and/or on the bench when he or she is not in the game, and to cheer their teammates.
8.  I will remember that children participate in sports to have fun and that the game is for youths, not adults.
9.  I will inform the coaches of any ailment, injury, or physical disability that may affect the safety of the child or the safety of others.
10.  I will not openly complain about or, bring up, team issues or my displeasure about other players in front of my son or daughter, other players, or team parents.
11. I will respect the officials and their authority during the games and will never question, discuss, or confront the coaching staff after the game.  I will take the time to speak with the coaches at an agreed time or place.
12.  I will teach my child to play by the rules and to understand the concept of what it means to be a team player.
13.  I will demand that my child treat other players and coaches, officials, and spectators with respect regardless of race, creed, colour, ability, or difference of opinion.
14.  I will learn the rules and policies of the team, and of the game we play.
15.  I will not yell at, criticize, or ridicule my child or any participant for making a mistake or losing a competition.
16.  I will reinforce to my child not to ask the coaches during a game, scrimmage, or practice about playing time, batting order placement, starting or substitute status.  Should I have any questions concerning specific playing time, positions, and/or concerns regarding interest in specific areas of the game, I will discuss this matter with the coaches directly at the appropriate time and place.
17.  I will praise my child for competing fairly and trying hard, and make my child feel like a winner.  Even after a loss or bad game.
18.  I will teach my child to play by the rules and to resolve conflicts without resorting to hostility, verbal abuse, or violence.
19.  I will not disrespect the property and equipment used at any sports facility.  This includes disposal of trash, restrooms, and parking lots.
20.  NO alcohol or drug use is allowed at any games, scrimmage, or practice.
21.  I will not force my child to play on the team if he or she does not want to.
22.  It is understood that I may withdraw my player from the team at anytime upon written notice to the Head Coach.  No fees will be refunded.  Any uniforms or equipment must be returned to the organization upon request.  Unpaid items ordered prior to withdrawal are forfeited. 
23.  ABSOLUTELY no form of abuse - sexual, physical, or verbal will be tolerated.
CONCUSSION CODE OF CONDUCT!!

ATHLETES & PARENTS/GUARDIANS
(for athletes under 18 years of age)

I will help prevent concussions by:
Wearing the proper equipment for my sport and wearing it correctly.
Developing my skills and strength so that I can participate to the best of my ability.
Respecting the rules of my sport or activity.
My commitment to fair play and respect for all (respecting other athletes, coaches, team trainers
and officials).*
I will care for my health and safety by taking concussions seriously, and I understand that:
A concussion is a brain injury that can have both short- and long-term effects.
A blow to my head, face or neck, or a blow to the body that causes the brain to move around inside the skull may cause a concussion.
I don’t need to lose consciousness to have had a concussion.
I have a commitment to concussion recognition and reporting, including self-reporting of possible concussion and reporting to a designated person when and individual suspects that another individual may have sustained a concussion.* (Meaning: If I think I might have a
concussion I should stop participating in further training, practice or competition immediately, or tell an adult if I think another athlete has a concussion.)
Continuing to participate in further training, practice or competition with a possible concussion increases my risk of more severe, longer lasting symptoms, and increases my risk of other injuries.
I will not hide concussion symptoms. I will speak up for myself and others.
I will not hide my symptoms. I will tell a coach, official, team trainer, parent or another adult I trust if I experience any symptoms of concussion.
If someone else tells me about concussion symptoms, or I see signs they might have a concussion, I will tell a coach, official, team trainer, parent or another adult I trust so they can help.
I understand that if I have a suspected concussion, I will be removed from sport and that I will not be able to return to training, practice or competition until I undergo a medical assessment by a medical doctor or nurse practitioner and have been medically cleared to return to training, practice or competition.
I have a commitment to sharing any pertinent information regarding incidents of removal from sport with the SMBA with which the athlete has registered.* (Meaning: If I am diagnosed with a concussion, I understand that letting all of my other
coaches know about my injury will help them support me while I recover.)
I will take the time I need to recover, because it is important for my health.
I understand my commitment to supporting the return-to-sport process.*

I understand I will have to be medically cleared by a medical doctor or nurse
practitioner before returning to training, practice or competition.
I will respect my coaches, team trainers, parents, health-care professionals, and
medical doctors and nurse practitioners, regarding my health and safety.