1. WELCOME TO THE 2014 BALDWINSVILLE BEES BASEBALL PRE-SEASON MEETING

2. INTRODUCTIONS - COACHES
Dave Penafeather - Head Varsity Coach
Mark Bader – Assistant Coach
Chris Savacool – Assistant Coach
John Pallotta – JV Head Coach
Luke Smith – 8th/9th Grade Coach
Pat Chetney – 8th/9th Grade Coach
Bob Paul – 7th/8th Grade Coach

3. BEFORE WE GET STARTED Reminders: 1. sign in under grade level
2. pick up paperwork
*pre-participation form
*concussion sheet
*academic check up sheet

4. PROGRAM LEVELS Varsity JV 8th/9th 7th/8th
We play in a very competitive league
Looking for committed student/athletes 6 days a week

5. MUST HAVE ALL PAPERWORK IN AND SIGNED CORRECTLY IN ORDER TO TRYOUT!!!
Medical (Tri-fold 3 pages)
- PARENTS MUST SIGN FIRST – THEN TAKE TO SCHOOL NURSE!!!
Must have up to date physical
Must also be cleared for PE classes
Academic Check-Up Sheet
Concussion Form (Parent & Player must sign)
MUST HAVE ALL PAPERWORK IN AND SIGNED CORRECTLY IN ORDER TO TRYOUT!!!

6. PLEASE PUT PAPERWORK IN AN ENVELOPE LABELED WITH NAME ON IT!!!
PAPERWORK DUE
Varsity/JV – drop off in my office at Durgee Jr. High by Friday March 7th
** 9th Graders wishing to tryout must have their paperwork in by March 7th
7th Graders to Coach Pallotta (Room Ray) by Thursday March 20th.
8th/9th Graders to Coach Chetney (tech room #151 by Thursday March 20th.
PLEASE PUT PAPERWORK IN AN ENVELOPE LABELED WITH NAME ON IT!!!

7. TRYOUT DATES & TIMES
JV and Varsity tryouts begin Monday, March 10th at the High School or Varsity/JV Field. (Time TBA)
8th/9th Grade Team and 7th/8th Grade Team tryouts begin Monday, March 24th (Time and place TBA)
Listen to announcements for tryout times and place – Look on website:

8. BALDWINSVILLE BASEBALL NEW WEBSITE
Baseball Parent/Player Handbook
&
FILLING OUT PLAYER/PARENT INFORMATION

9. BALDWINSVILLE BASEBALL HANDBOOK
The primary purpose of this guide is to advise you of the rules policies and procedures of the Baldwinsville Baseball Program. Being an important part of a solid baseball program can only be accomplished when everything is outlined and understood by all members. This manual is designed with that in mind. It is your responsibility to read, know and understand the complete contents. If there is an area of concern or something you don’t understand, please bring it to the attention of our coaches as soon as possible. The following pages describe the conduct we expect of you as a member of this team. If we are going to be successful as a team these rules must be adhered to. Common sense and respect for the program will accomplish this.
This handbook was not made to disrupt the lines of communication between you and your coaches, but to encourage it. Please communicate with your coaches as soon as needed. Problems occur when communication breaks down.

10. HANDBOOK HIGHLIGHTS Mission Statement Player Responsibilities
Expectations of Parents
Communication Between the Parent and Coach
Absent Policy (Board Policy)
Bus Rides to and from contest (Board Policy)
Guidelines to Directions for events

11. Chain of Command Have your son talk with the coach FIRST!!
Team Coach - Parent
Team Coach – Parent Phone Call
Varsity Coach – Parent or phone call
Athletic Director

12. SCHEDULES
Practice/game times are subject to change due to weather and gym availability.
Any cancellations will be announced in school as well as placed on the Bees Booster Club Website along with the Schools Athletic Website. Please bear with us as the weather is very unpredictable and changes without warning. ( or and select athletics)
GAME SCHEDULES FOR ALL TEAMS ARE ON THE ATHLETIC WEBSITE.

13. VACATIONS, HOLIDAYS & WEEKENDS
Varsity/JV Level:
Baseball games and practices are held during vacation week and on weekends. If you plan on being away during the week of vacation please do not try out. Your attention should be with your in-season sport
7th/8th and 8th/9th levels:
We are a little more understanding at the lower levels but it is hard to develop players if they are not there. If a situation arises, please talk to your coach as soon as possible. Understand that those players who attend practices and games may receive priority in playing time.

14. SELECTION/CUT PHILOSOPHY
Players at all levels are chosen for their skills, work ethic, and potential as a player & teammate. The purpose of the 7th/8th , 8th/9th , and JV teams are to develop players for the Varsity level. All the players on these 3 levels will have an opportunity to have game experience.
The emphasis at the lower levels is not on winning or losing, but on skill and player development. While at the Varsity there is more of an emphasis on Winning (League, Sectional and State Titles).
Cut as a 7th grader -

15. General Guidelines to follow for Tryouts!
Each player will have a minimum of 3 days of tryouts
Academic Checkup sheet will be looked at when selecting teams
Cuts are made based on the needs of the team at different positions. The greatest competition varies from year to year at each position. Many times the final few spots are filled with athletes gifted in only one area.

16. EVALUATION
1. Athletic Ability: speed, range, power, arm strength, bat speed reactions and quickness
2. Conditioning: endurance
3. Academics: grades, attendance, and teacher recommendations
4. Characteristics: hustle, mental toughness, loyalty, commitment, trust, reliability, citizenship, desire, coachable, attitude
5. Skills: throwing, hitting, bunting, fielding, base running, pitching and catching

17. TRYOUTS Varsity/JV: - any 9th – 12th grader
*9th graders will have 3 days only for tryouts (must make decision on 3rd day
8th/9th:
- 9th graders sent down from Var/JV must still tryout
- all 8th graders will start with 9th graders the first day
Modified (7th/8th):
- all 7th graders
- 8th graders sent down from 8/9
* 8th graders sent down from 8/9 team still must tryout for 7th/8th team

18. EQUIPMENT Bat (-3) (BBCOR certified) & Gloves labeled
All players are expected to be ready to start practice at the designated starting time. Practice time will vary depending on level of play. Players are to be fully dressed before the starting time.
Baseball pants or sweats (no shorts allowed)
t-shirt, ¾ shirt or sweatshirt
baseball hat (worn correctly)
no jewelry will be allowed
sneakers in the gym or cleats outside
Athletic supports and athletic cups (Safety issue)
Bat (-3) (BBCOR certified) & Gloves labeled
Tryouts/practices during March are very cold. We will go outside as much as possible. Be prepared with hats, gloves, sweatshirts and anything else you need to keep yourself warm. Pitchers must have long sleeves on all the time.
-3 bat ounce to length for all levels
- BBCOR

19. BOOSTER CLUB OFFICERS President: Jim Carson
Vice President: Kevin Carson
Treasurer: Jodi Leo/Kathy Brummer
Secretary: Lori Annacchino
The Baldwinsville Bees Baseball Booster Club is a support group for the student/athletes in the baseball program. There are no political agendas. Everything we do will impact the players in the program in some way
Remember, just because a parent/guardian supports/helps out with the booster club does not mean their child is going to start or even make a particular team. The coaches will decide the rosters.
Bees Baseball Booster Club Website –
Baldwinsville Central School District Website –
go to athletics
click on booster clubs (this will link you to the baseball website)
click on current announcements (will list any up to date changes
click on View My Schedule (will allow you to find daily practice schedules and season game schedules)
you may also sign up for schedule changes for your son’s team

20. INJURIES TRAINERS – Becky Rapp – Victory Sports Medicine
All injuries, no matter how minor, must be reported to the coach immediately. There are no exceptions
See trainer before you take your child to your own doctor for a sports related injury
Inhalers/Epi-pens (NEED FOR TRYOUTS If labeled on participation form)
- label and put in medical kits
Get doctors note even if you go for a totally different reason

21. CONCUSSIONS Report all head injuries to your coach
Must follow protocol set for by the athletic trainers/school district
Board/State/National Policy
Must review and sign form (Player & Parent) to be able to tryout

22. Staff Infection (MRSA)
Open Wounds
Have trainer look at
Clean and keep covered
Proper Hygiene
Wash hands all the time
Shower after games/practices
Clean gear (clothes, etc)
Sanitary wipes in baseball bags

23. ACADEMICS Good Academic Standing
Academic Code of Conduct – Please Review with Son!
ACADEMICS BEFORE ATHLETICS!!!!
Academics open many more doors than athletics
GPA for the 2013 Season (2nd in NYS for Baseball)

24. SUMMER LEAGUES Senior Babe Ruth/Connie Mack
- returning Varsity/JV players
- Summer Tournament (Lancer Classic)
Mickey Mantle
- selected 8th/9th graders
Little games & Pitching at the modified level (School season comes first)

25. FLORIDA TRIP Spring Trip for Varsity Team
*3 non official games/1 official game plus Team practices and Batting Cage Times
Disney Sport Complex (Home of the Atlanta Braves Spring Training)
April 17th – 23rd
Annual event

26. IMPORTANT DATES 3/3 – Booster Club Meeting (Durgee Lib. 7pm)
3/9 – Friendly’s Fundraiser
3/10 – V/JV Tryouts
3/22 – Uno’s Fundraiser
3/24 – Modified Tryouts (7/8 & 8/9 Teams)
5/17 – Senior/Alumni Day
11am: Home Game vs. Central Square
1pm: B’ville Baseball Picnic
2pm: Baseball Hall of Fame Inductions
3pm: Alumni Game
MANY MORE IMPORTANT DATES – PLEASE CHECK BASEBALL WEBSITE –

27. TRAVEL TEAMS & PITCHING / HITTING COACHES

28. BALDWINSVILLE BEES BASEBALL CLOTHING
You can go to our website
Or and go to team stores
Open March 2nd thru March 16th
Delivery in early April

29. THINGS TO DO: SEE NURSE IN YOUR BUILDING – MEDICAL SLIP
SEE TEACHERS FOR ACADEMIC CHECK-UP
CONCUSSION FORM – Review and Sign
HAND IN PAPERWORK
3/7: Varsity/JV – Coach Penafeather’s Office
3/20: 7/8 & 8/9 – Coach Chetney’s Office tech room 151 (8th/9th), Coach Pallotta’s Room Ray (7th graders)

30. THINGS TO DO CON’T
Go to and fill out personal information and read over the parent/player handbook
Also, this Power Point Presentation will be on there for reviewing

31. 3 BELIEVE’S IN OUR PROGRAM
Do what’s right
Do the best you can
Treat other people the way you want to be treated

32. 3 QUESTIONS ANSWERED Can your teammates and coaches trust you?
Are you committed to excellence?
Do you respect others and yourself?

33. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
PLAYERS THAT WANT TO PLAY HARD ALL THE TIME
PLAYERS THAT ARE WILLING TO PLAY TEAM BASEBALL
PLAYERS THAT ARE GOOD TEAMMATES!

34. BEES HITTING CLINIC March 1st and March 8th (Saturday)
3rd and 4th graders: 8am-9:15am
5th – 7th graders: 9:30am-10:45am
In the small gym at the HS
Registration on line at
Any ? Please see me after the meeting

35. QUESTIONS ?

36. BOOSTER CLUB MEETING MONDAY, MARCH 3RD 7PM DURGEE JR. HIGH LIBRARY
JOIN US!!!

37. THANK YOU FOR COMING
Any questions or comments please phone/ Coach Penafeather
* ext. 6093
THERE WILL BE A BRIEF MEETING FOR ALL RETURNING V/JV PARENTS ABOUT OUR SPRING TRIP!!