COVID 19 Updates
At the current time all baseball activities in Antigonish, including things such as registrations, team try outs, clinics, etc. have been temporarily suspended in accordance with emergency measures put in place as a result of the COVID 19 pandemic. As this is an unprecedented event and an ever evolving situation it is unclear what this will mean for our upcoming season. For the time being we encourage all our families to stay safe, maintain social distancing, and follow instructions from the provincial health authority. While this temporary suspension has not yet impacted our ability to offer programs this year, Antigonish Baseball will be taking its lead from Baseball Nova Scotia and Baseball Nova Scotia Umpire Division. These two provincial sports organizations are working with the Sports Nova Scotia and the provincial health authority to ascertain next steps. They will be meeting in the coming weeks to determine our collective course of action. We will provide you with updates as they become available.
Here is the latest information from Baseball Nova Scotia and Baseball Nova Scotia Umpire Division.
BNSUD
Published Friday, March 20, 2020On Wednesday, March 18th, the Baseball Nova Scotia Umpires Division (BNSUD) Executive convened via conference call to discuss next steps for the organization. As we have learned over the past week, the COVID-19 containment situation evolves by the hour. While we are committed to conducting our programming as soon as safely possible, BNSUD highly recommends all members respect the recommendations of the government and cancel all in person activities.
At this time, BNSUD is cancelling all in person clinics up to and including clinics to be held on May 3rd. This includes the below clinics.
April 18th - BRIDGEWATER
April 18th - TRURO
April 18th - Windsor
April 25th - WESTVILLE
April 26th - DARTMOUTH
May 1st - HALIFAX
May 1st to 3rd - HALIFAX
We will be suspending our online registration process and will be refunding any prepaid registrations. There will be an email sent to all those umpires who have pre-registered to ensure they are aware of the situation outlined in this memo. At this time, we are not definite about how we will proceed to be prepared for a potential season in 2020 but as we learn more, we will ensure that our members are made aware of how we will be proceeding.
There will be a BNSUD Board of Directors call on April 19th to discuss and decide further on what direction we will be taking. We are working in partnership with Baseball Nova Scotia (BNS) to determine our next steps. Depending on the recommendations of the government, Sport Nova Scotia, Baseball Nova Scotia and other key stakeholders, further measures may need to be taken at that time.
BNSUD believes the safety of our members is the number one priority. Please stay safe.
Joel Rodgers
President BNSUD
BNS
Published Tuesday, March 17, 2020
On Monday, March 16th, the Baseball Nova Scotia Board of Directors convened via conference call to discuss next steps for the organization.
As we have learned over the past week, the COVID-19 containment situation evolves by the hour. While we are committed to conducting our programming as soon as safely possible, BNS highly recommends all member associations respect the recommendations of the government, and cancel all in person activities until at least April 6th.
While Baseball Nova Scotia understands the delays this shut down is causing to association’s registrations, try outs, and other baseball related activities, there are no plans to delay the season at this current time. The Board will reconvene, and provide an update to membership by April 3rd, 2020 (at the latest) Depending on the recommendations of the government, Sport Nova Scotia, and other key stakeholders, further measures may need to be taken at that time. This may include alterations to the calendar of events, and other adaptations to programming.
Baseball Nova Scotia believes the safety of our athletes, coaches, officials, and volunteers is the number one priority. We are committed to doing everything we can to ensure the 2020 season is still a positive and enjoyable experience for our members across the province.
Please see below for March 15th Update.
Special Announcement:
Effective 11:59 pm, March 15th, Baseball Nova Scotia has suspended all in person baseball activities up to, and including April 5th, 2020. Activities include, but are not limited to:
-Board or Committee Meetings
-High Performance Training or Tryouts
-NCCP or Officials Training
Please note, BNS staff has been instructed to work from home. Should you need assistance, please email the appropriate contact.
The BNS Board will be conducting a conference call Monday, March 16th to discuss further implications.
At this time, the regular outdoor season is scheduled as planned. An update will be made available to membership by April 5th.
Stay safe,
Brandon Guenette
Executive Director, Baseball Nova Scotia
Here is the latest information from Baseball Nova Scotia and Baseball Nova Scotia Umpire Division.
BNSUD
Published Friday, March 20, 2020On Wednesday, March 18th, the Baseball Nova Scotia Umpires Division (BNSUD) Executive convened via conference call to discuss next steps for the organization. As we have learned over the past week, the COVID-19 containment situation evolves by the hour. While we are committed to conducting our programming as soon as safely possible, BNSUD highly recommends all members respect the recommendations of the government and cancel all in person activities.
At this time, BNSUD is cancelling all in person clinics up to and including clinics to be held on May 3rd. This includes the below clinics.
April 18th - BRIDGEWATER
April 18th - TRURO
April 18th - Windsor
April 25th - WESTVILLE
April 26th - DARTMOUTH
May 1st - HALIFAX
May 1st to 3rd - HALIFAX
We will be suspending our online registration process and will be refunding any prepaid registrations. There will be an email sent to all those umpires who have pre-registered to ensure they are aware of the situation outlined in this memo. At this time, we are not definite about how we will proceed to be prepared for a potential season in 2020 but as we learn more, we will ensure that our members are made aware of how we will be proceeding.
There will be a BNSUD Board of Directors call on April 19th to discuss and decide further on what direction we will be taking. We are working in partnership with Baseball Nova Scotia (BNS) to determine our next steps. Depending on the recommendations of the government, Sport Nova Scotia, Baseball Nova Scotia and other key stakeholders, further measures may need to be taken at that time.
BNSUD believes the safety of our members is the number one priority. Please stay safe.
Joel Rodgers
President BNSUD
BNS
Published Tuesday, March 17, 2020
On Monday, March 16th, the Baseball Nova Scotia Board of Directors convened via conference call to discuss next steps for the organization.
As we have learned over the past week, the COVID-19 containment situation evolves by the hour. While we are committed to conducting our programming as soon as safely possible, BNS highly recommends all member associations respect the recommendations of the government, and cancel all in person activities until at least April 6th.
While Baseball Nova Scotia understands the delays this shut down is causing to association’s registrations, try outs, and other baseball related activities, there are no plans to delay the season at this current time. The Board will reconvene, and provide an update to membership by April 3rd, 2020 (at the latest) Depending on the recommendations of the government, Sport Nova Scotia, and other key stakeholders, further measures may need to be taken at that time. This may include alterations to the calendar of events, and other adaptations to programming.
Baseball Nova Scotia believes the safety of our athletes, coaches, officials, and volunteers is the number one priority. We are committed to doing everything we can to ensure the 2020 season is still a positive and enjoyable experience for our members across the province.
Please see below for March 15th Update.
Special Announcement:
Effective 11:59 pm, March 15th, Baseball Nova Scotia has suspended all in person baseball activities up to, and including April 5th, 2020. Activities include, but are not limited to:
-Board or Committee Meetings
-High Performance Training or Tryouts
-NCCP or Officials Training
Please note, BNS staff has been instructed to work from home. Should you need assistance, please email the appropriate contact.
The BNS Board will be conducting a conference call Monday, March 16th to discuss further implications.
At this time, the regular outdoor season is scheduled as planned. An update will be made available to membership by April 5th.
Stay safe,
Brandon Guenette
Executive Director, Baseball Nova Scotia
Antigonish to host first ever 12U Girls Provincials
BIG ANNOUNCEMENT FROM BASEBALL NS: The first ever all female Provincial Championship will take place August 16th-18th at the new Sandlot field in Antigonish! The recently opened Jays Care sponsored field was built to be an inclusive space for all to enjoy the game, and we can't think of a better location for the inaugural 12U Girls Provincial Championship!
Girls from across Northern Nova Scotia that are playing in Antigonish as our North Nova 12U All-Girls Team. The tournament will see teams from Oxford, New Waterford, LWF, and Hammonds Plains. The full tournament schedule is available below and on our Facebook page
Girls from across Northern Nova Scotia that are playing in Antigonish as our North Nova 12U All-Girls Team. The tournament will see teams from Oxford, New Waterford, LWF, and Hammonds Plains. The full tournament schedule is available below and on our Facebook page
ANTIGONISH ALL-STAR WEEKEND and BLUE JAYS TAKEOVER EVENT
Please join us for Antigonish All-Star Weekend on July 19-20 at the Regional High School Ball Fields. This weekend is a celebration of Antigonish 'Ball and will mark the official grand opening of our new fully accessible Sandlot field. The weekend will showcase a number of softball and baseball games, family friendly entertainment, and a grand opening event for the new fully accessible ball field. There will be food trucks, BBQs, face painting, a Wacky Fun Center, a dunk tank, batting cage (our version of the HR derby), and a televised Blue Jays Take-over of a Challenger Baseball game (wear your blue jays gear or your blue and white). This weekend is shaping up to be a great event and will be a wonderful showcase on what we have to offer in Antigonish.
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Baseball NS Girls Provincial Team Announced
Antigonish Baseball is excited to announce that two of our players have been named to the Baseball Nova Scotia Provincial 14U team. Congratulations to Karys Ross and Ali Pelrine on their accomplishments. Good luck ladies!
New 12U Northern Nova Scotia All-Girls team Set to Get Underway
Antigonish Baseball in partnership with Baseball NS, SportFund NS and the County of Antigonish is creating opportunities for 12U girls to play on a low commitment all girls baseball team. Please see the Girls Baseball pageant the following poster for details.
The 12U Girls practice scheduled for this Saturday June 22nd has been POSTPONED UNTIL JULY 6th due to inclement weather.
The 12U Girls practice scheduled for this Saturday June 22nd has been POSTPONED UNTIL JULY 6th due to inclement weather.
Student Job Opportunity - Summer Program Coordinator(s)
JOB DESCRIPTION: SUMMER PROGRAM COORDINATOR(S)
THESE POSITIONS ARE FUNDED BY CANADA SUMMER JOBS
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY
Reporting to the Antigonish Baseball Association Executive Committee, the summer program coordinator(s) will be responsible for assisting in the safe delivery of Antigonish Minor Baseball, Antigonish Challenger Baseball, and Antigonish Minor Softball programs. The coordinator(s) will assist with the day-to-day operations, some maintenance, and take an active role in special events. An important role of the position will also be to provide support to the Antigonish Challenger Baseball program, an adapted baseball program for children with cognitive and/or physical special needs. This position will also involve contributing on behalf of minor baseball and softball to the Antigonish All Star Weekend and other tournaments that may be hosted in Antigonish this summer.
SPECIFIC DUTIES
QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES
GENERAL INFORMATION
THESE POSITIONS ARE FUNDED BY CANADA SUMMER JOBS
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY
Reporting to the Antigonish Baseball Association Executive Committee, the summer program coordinator(s) will be responsible for assisting in the safe delivery of Antigonish Minor Baseball, Antigonish Challenger Baseball, and Antigonish Minor Softball programs. The coordinator(s) will assist with the day-to-day operations, some maintenance, and take an active role in special events. An important role of the position will also be to provide support to the Antigonish Challenger Baseball program, an adapted baseball program for children with cognitive and/or physical special needs. This position will also involve contributing on behalf of minor baseball and softball to the Antigonish All Star Weekend and other tournaments that may be hosted in Antigonish this summer.
SPECIFIC DUTIES
- Assist with the development and delivery of baseball, challenger and softball programs for children aged 4-18 years by
- Helping to develop age-specific weekly practice plans including adapted plans for children in the challenger program;
- Assisting with the planning and implementation of practice plans;
- Communicating with other coordinators, coaches and volunteers.
- Supervise, coach and provide leadership for children participating in baseball, challenger, and softball to ensure a safe and caring environment that promotes positive child development;
- Responsible for nightly field set-up and clean-up (Monday to Thursday with some weekends);
- Assist with storage and equipment maintenance;
- Assist with field maintenance or improvement projects in in coordination with Town Recreation Staff;
- Help provide services for games, tournaments and special events such as first aid services, announcing duties, scorekeeping, running the canteen, etc;
- Enforce health and safety procedures of Antigonish Baseball Association and Antigonish Minor Softball;
- Communication with other coordinators, coaches, volunteers and families;
- Provide some administrative support to ABA and AMSA as required, which may include development of curricula, policies, and procedures; maintaining records and paperwork; liaising with local, provincial, and national sport organizations such as Challenger Baseball Nova Scotia, National Challenger Baseball, Baseball Nova Scotia, and Softball Nova Scotia; and researching potential funding opportunities.
- Various other duties as assigned by the Antigonish Baseball Association Executive Committee.
QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES
- Applicant must be returning to or entering a post-secondary education program
- Experience leading children’s programs
- Baseball / Softball knowledge and background
- Knowledge in program development
- Must hold current CPR and First Aid Certificates
- Must hold a valid driver’s license
- Must be willing to supply a recent Criminal Record Check
- Access to a vehicle is considered an asset
- Must have transportation to worksite (Dr. John Hugh Gillis Regional High School Fields)
- Access to a computer and Internet is considered an asset
- Coaching or umpiring experience is considered an asset
- Ability to work in a team as well as independently
- Must have a high level of organizational skills
- Ability to communicate appropriately through email and telephone
- Evening and weekend work will be required
- Some local and provincial travel may be required
- Candidates from recognized minorities are encouraged to self-identify
GENERAL INFORMATION
- Position is for 8 weeks with the possibility of being extended for 4 additional weeks
- Schedule may vary by week. Hours will include Monday-Thursday evenings and some weekends.
- Salary: $11.55/hour
- Please e-mail resume along with cover letter by May 16, 2019 to antigonishbaseball@gmail.com
- We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those under consideration will be contacted.
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Antigonish Baseball Clothing order
Do you want to look good while playing and watching ball this season? You can now order Antigonish Baseball clothing through an online store setup by Rossscreenprinting. The link to the store is: https://antigonishminorbaseball.itemorder.com/sale
Antigonish Umpire Clinic
CURRENT and NEW UMPIRES
The Baseball Nova Scotia Umpire Division clinic schedule will begin on April 21st. For all clinics, preregistration is mandatory. BNSUD are offering to take payments via e-transfer prior to the clinic. All those attending clinics must be preregistered so they can ensure there is sufficient space/interest at all clinics. Please click the below link to be taken to the preregistration form. The e-transfer instructions are included with the form.
http://baseballnovascotia.com/index.php?src=forms&ref=BNSUD%20Certification%20Clinics
As we will be having rep teams at all four levels this year it is essential that we get as many people (adults and kids) certified as possible.
The Baseball Nova Scotia Umpire Division clinic schedule will begin on April 21st. For all clinics, preregistration is mandatory. BNSUD are offering to take payments via e-transfer prior to the clinic. All those attending clinics must be preregistered so they can ensure there is sufficient space/interest at all clinics. Please click the below link to be taken to the preregistration form. The e-transfer instructions are included with the form.
http://baseballnovascotia.com/index.php?src=forms&ref=BNSUD%20Certification%20Clinics
As we will be having rep teams at all four levels this year it is essential that we get as many people (adults and kids) certified as possible.
Antigonish umpire clinic will be on May 12 at the regional. Contact us at antigonishbaseball@gmail.com for more information.
Nearby Coaching Clinics
As the 2019 season approaches, we are ramping up our NCCP sessions in an attempt to get coaches the certification they need to be on the bench. As safe sport becomes an ever increasing priority, clubs and associations should encourage all of their coaches to receive NCCP training. Having your coaches attend these courses shows parents in your community that trained and educated coaches are a priority for your association.
Here are the coaching requirements for 2019:
Division
Courses Required
11U A
13U A
15U A
18U A
Online Initiation
Initiation
Teaching and Learning
11U AA and AAA
13U AA
13U AAA (assistants)
15U AA and AAA
18U AA
Online Initiation
Initiation
Teaching and Learning
Absolutes
Planning
13U AAA (Head Coach)
15U AAA (Head Coach)
18U AAA
21U AAA
Online Initiation
Initiation
Teaching and Learning
Absolutes
Planning
Strategies
Pitching and Catching
MED Online
Upcoming in your region, coaches can attend the following courses. Please register soon, as we do not want to have to cancel due to low numbers:
Date
Time
Course
Location
Cost
April 22nd
6:00 – 10:00 pm
Planning
Sydney (South End Community Center)
$50
April 23rd
6:00 – 10:00 pm
Initiation and Teaching & Learning
New Waterford (Breton Education Center)
FREE
April 24th
6:00 – 10:00 pm
Initiation and Teaching & Learning
Port Hawkesbury (Civic Center)
FREE
April 25th
6:00 – 10:00 pm
Absolutes
Port Hawkesbury (Civic Center)
$50
For your coaches to register, they must go to https://nccp.baseball.ca/ and complete the Online Initiation course. Once completed, they can then register for courses through their profile. You can see the step by step registration information in the attachment.
If you have further questions, please do not hesitate to contact Cory Boutilier at cboutilier@sportnovascotia.ca
Here are the coaching requirements for 2019:
Division
Courses Required
11U A
13U A
15U A
18U A
Online Initiation
Initiation
Teaching and Learning
11U AA and AAA
13U AA
13U AAA (assistants)
15U AA and AAA
18U AA
Online Initiation
Initiation
Teaching and Learning
Absolutes
Planning
13U AAA (Head Coach)
15U AAA (Head Coach)
18U AAA
21U AAA
Online Initiation
Initiation
Teaching and Learning
Absolutes
Planning
Strategies
Pitching and Catching
MED Online
Upcoming in your region, coaches can attend the following courses. Please register soon, as we do not want to have to cancel due to low numbers:
Date
Time
Course
Location
Cost
April 22nd
6:00 – 10:00 pm
Planning
Sydney (South End Community Center)
$50
April 23rd
6:00 – 10:00 pm
Initiation and Teaching & Learning
New Waterford (Breton Education Center)
FREE
April 24th
6:00 – 10:00 pm
Initiation and Teaching & Learning
Port Hawkesbury (Civic Center)
FREE
April 25th
6:00 – 10:00 pm
Absolutes
Port Hawkesbury (Civic Center)
$50
For your coaches to register, they must go to https://nccp.baseball.ca/ and complete the Online Initiation course. Once completed, they can then register for courses through their profile. You can see the step by step registration information in the attachment.
If you have further questions, please do not hesitate to contact Cory Boutilier at cboutilier@sportnovascotia.ca
Thank-you
Hello everyone,
I just wanted to say thank-you to everyone for another successful baseball season. This past year represented another year of growth for baseball in Antigonish and that is due to the commitment and efforts by parents, players, coaches, volunteers, and supporters of Angels baseball, so thank-you all. With your support we managed to provide a quality program for over 140 kids in our rally cap divisions (5U, 7U, 9U, and 11U), in our three rep teams (11U, 13U, and 15U), and in our Challenger program. Although not without some challenges this season (namely the heat) we expanded many of our divisions and ran a good program that attracted positive attention from Baseball NS and other organizations in the province.
So many supporters make valuable contributions that aid in our success each year, so annually Antigonish Baseball recognizes commitment and contributions of a few of its supporters with several awards. These awards were given out to those individuals over the past few weeks.
Umpire of the Year - James Taylor
Jan Tobin Volunteer of the Year Award - Janet Phinney
Jan Tobin Volunteer of the Year Award - Allan Dwyer
Glenna Ingraham Dedication Award - Brad Long
Special Contribution Recognition - Matthew Bayne
Sponsors:
McDonald's Antigonish (Program Sponsor and Team sponsor)
Kinsmen (Program sponsor)
R. MacLean Forestry (Team Sponsor)
Steelmac
Cleve's Source for Sports, Antigonish
Sharon's Trophies and Engraving
Hunter Environmental Services
For those in our 11U, 9U, 7U, and 5U programs that did not get your medals. I will be at the field on Saturday afternoon for St.FX Baseball's Minor Ball Day. You may collect them there. If you would like to make other arrangements then please message me.
I will limit the number of emails that I send in the offseason but just a heads up I will be sending out a few announcements (AGM, board meetings, off season opportunities, volunteer requests with things like , etc.) from time to time (i.e. there will be one coming out later today about StFX Baseball's minor ball day).
Lastly, none of this happens without the dedicated work of our executive and committee members, so thank-you to all of them. We are always looking for people that can help in any capacity that they can so please consider volunteering to serve on our board or say yes if approached by a current member of our board. If you are interested in helping out just send us an email or a Facebook message.
Thanks again everyone,
Cheers
Kris
I just wanted to say thank-you to everyone for another successful baseball season. This past year represented another year of growth for baseball in Antigonish and that is due to the commitment and efforts by parents, players, coaches, volunteers, and supporters of Angels baseball, so thank-you all. With your support we managed to provide a quality program for over 140 kids in our rally cap divisions (5U, 7U, 9U, and 11U), in our three rep teams (11U, 13U, and 15U), and in our Challenger program. Although not without some challenges this season (namely the heat) we expanded many of our divisions and ran a good program that attracted positive attention from Baseball NS and other organizations in the province.
So many supporters make valuable contributions that aid in our success each year, so annually Antigonish Baseball recognizes commitment and contributions of a few of its supporters with several awards. These awards were given out to those individuals over the past few weeks.
Umpire of the Year - James Taylor
Jan Tobin Volunteer of the Year Award - Janet Phinney
Jan Tobin Volunteer of the Year Award - Allan Dwyer
Glenna Ingraham Dedication Award - Brad Long
Special Contribution Recognition - Matthew Bayne
Sponsors:
McDonald's Antigonish (Program Sponsor and Team sponsor)
Kinsmen (Program sponsor)
R. MacLean Forestry (Team Sponsor)
Steelmac
Cleve's Source for Sports, Antigonish
Sharon's Trophies and Engraving
Hunter Environmental Services
For those in our 11U, 9U, 7U, and 5U programs that did not get your medals. I will be at the field on Saturday afternoon for St.FX Baseball's Minor Ball Day. You may collect them there. If you would like to make other arrangements then please message me.
I will limit the number of emails that I send in the offseason but just a heads up I will be sending out a few announcements (AGM, board meetings, off season opportunities, volunteer requests with things like , etc.) from time to time (i.e. there will be one coming out later today about StFX Baseball's minor ball day).
Lastly, none of this happens without the dedicated work of our executive and committee members, so thank-you to all of them. We are always looking for people that can help in any capacity that they can so please consider volunteering to serve on our board or say yes if approached by a current member of our board. If you are interested in helping out just send us an email or a Facebook message.
Thanks again everyone,
Cheers
Kris
Congratulations to 13U and 15U teams
Congratulations to our 13U (peewee) and 15U (bantam) team who played in provincials this weekend. Both teams played extremely hard and impressed organizers with their play and their sportsmanship. The 15U didn’t make it to the crossover games despite some close qualifier games. 13U (pictured below) did make it today’s semifinal crossover game but fell 14-8. Players of the game for 15U during the tournament were Jayden Farrell, Noah Cormier, and Griffin Russell. Players of the game for 13U during the tournament were Riley Farrell, Joe Lazzuri, Karys Ross, and Oliver Long. Great job everyone. Special thanks goes out to our coaches Kris Benoit, Sean Cormier, Duane Russell, Mark Farrell, and Brad Long.
Bronze for 13U Angels
Congratulations to our 13U team who defeated New Waterford this evening 16-13 to win Bronze in the Cape Breton League Championship. This represents the first medal for Antigonish Baseball in several years. Game MVP’s for the Angels during the championship were Iain Balcom, Ali Pelrine, Oliver Long, Karys Ross, and Riley Farrell. Congratulations to the entire team on all your hard work. Next up for the Angels is the Provincial A Championship in Springhill September 7-9.
No baseball practices during Special Olympics
There will be no baseball the week of Special Olympics (July 30-August 4), except for Challenger Baseball which will proceed as scheduled. Scheduled away games will continue during this week. All ball will resume on August 6th.
Antigonish Baseball Clothing Order
We are doing a clothing order for Antigonish Baseball. The order form is below. Orders are due by July 18. Completed order forms and money can be given to our Summer Student Makaylah Farrell who will be coordinating the orders for us.
Congratulations to Antigonish Challenger Baseball
Congratulations Antigonish Challenger Baseball on winning the Town of Antigonish's Good Neighbor Award.
Sandlot baseball kicks off this Wednesday
Sandlot Baseball, our pickup self umpired adult baseball, starts this Wednesday evening. Sandlot is every Wednesday evening from 7:30-~10:00pm on field 3 in behind the Regional. Registration is $25 (it is free if you are a coach or buddy with Antigonish Baseball or Antigonish Challenger Baseball). All players welcome regardless of experience level. Come on out, play some ball, and have some fun!
Antigonish receives $150K from Jays Care Foundation Field of Dreams Grant & Town of Antigonish to renovate ballfields
We are excited to announce that Antigonish was successful in its bid to the Jays Care Foundation Field of Dreams Grant. The announcement came on Tuesday night (April 17th) on Blue Jay Central that Antigonish will be receiving $150,000 to renovate Field 1 next to the high school football field into a fully accessible turf infield/grass outfield baseball field. The news was excitedly received by a group of approximately 70 players, parents, coaches, and volunteers from Antigonish Challenger Baseball, minor baseball, minor softball, and town officials that had gathered at the new Royal Canadian Legion and CACL building on St. Ninan's St to await the decision. You can see the group's reaction on the Antigonish Baseball Facebook page as the event was live streamed. Mayor of Antigonish, Laurie Boucher, then added to the excitement by announcing that the Town of Antigonish will be putting in an additional $150,000 towards improving the ballfields to support the Field of Dreams and to prepare for hosting the National Special Olympics this summer. This combined funding is a major step forward for Antigonish Challenger Baseball, Antigonish Baseball, and Antigonish Softball in achieving their collective vision of having multiple high quality, full feature, accessible and safe fields for our community. More grants and fundraising efforts are in the works to fully achieve this dream so stayed tuned for what hopefully will be more funding announcements. On behalf of Antigonish Challenger Baseball, Antigonish Baseball, and Antigonish Minor Softball thanks goes out to the Jays Care Foundation;, the Town of Antigonish, especially Mayor Boucher, Councillor Mary Farrell and the Town Recreation Committee, and Recreation Director Tricia Cameron; as well as the numerous volunteers involved in the field renovation project. Additional special thanks goes out to the champions of this field renovation project, Randy Crouse, Richie Connors, and Laura Duggan.
Coaches, Volunteers, Buddies needed
Student Job Opportunity - Summer Program Coordinator(s)
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Umpire Clinics Now Available
CURRENT and NEW UMPIRES
The Baseball Nova Scotia Umpire Division clinic schedule will begin on April 21st. For all clinics, preregistration is mandatory. BNSUD are offering to take payments via e-transfer prior to the clinic. All those attending clinics must be preregistered so they can ensure there is sufficient space/interest at all clinics. Please click the below link to be taken to the preregistration form. The e-transfer instructions are included with the form.
http://baseballnovascotia.com/index.php?src=forms&ref=BNSUD%20Certification%20Clinics
As we will be having rep teams at all four levels this year it is essential that we get as many people (adults and kids) certified as possible. Antigonish Umpire Clinic will be on May 6th, 2018 at the Regional
The Baseball Nova Scotia Umpire Division clinic schedule will begin on April 21st. For all clinics, preregistration is mandatory. BNSUD are offering to take payments via e-transfer prior to the clinic. All those attending clinics must be preregistered so they can ensure there is sufficient space/interest at all clinics. Please click the below link to be taken to the preregistration form. The e-transfer instructions are included with the form.
http://baseballnovascotia.com/index.php?src=forms&ref=BNSUD%20Certification%20Clinics
As we will be having rep teams at all four levels this year it is essential that we get as many people (adults and kids) certified as possible. Antigonish Umpire Clinic will be on May 6th, 2018 at the Regional
RBC Training Ground
An RBC Training Ground is being hosted in Antigonish on Sunday, March 25th. This is an opportunity for all of our athletes from ages 14-25
What’s in it for the athletes?
This is an exciting opportunity for local athletes to experience high performance testing and talent identification in our region. The top 100 athletes in Atlantic Canada will be invited to the regional final. Participants who perform well at the regional final will be eligible to receive funding and support to help fuel their Olympic dream. Participants also receive Training Ground swag and an individual report page.
What’s in it for coaches, teams and clubs?
Besides being a great team building event and motivator, coaches will get access to the RBC Training Ground fitness testing results for each of their individual athletes and/or team profiles for FREE! You can also receive the data of your athletes and/or teams broken down by categories, as well as relative comparisons to community, provincial and national results – whatever you request! The timing of this event is excellent, as there a large amount of our winter sport that will be just wrapping up and this can take care of year end testing, or can act as pre-season testing for summer sport. These results can be used as internal benchmarks to increase opportunities for physical development and are a great way to motivate and empower your athletes!
Please see the attached poster for event details. For more information and to register online, please visit www.RBCTrainingGround.ca.
What’s in it for the athletes?
This is an exciting opportunity for local athletes to experience high performance testing and talent identification in our region. The top 100 athletes in Atlantic Canada will be invited to the regional final. Participants who perform well at the regional final will be eligible to receive funding and support to help fuel their Olympic dream. Participants also receive Training Ground swag and an individual report page.
What’s in it for coaches, teams and clubs?
Besides being a great team building event and motivator, coaches will get access to the RBC Training Ground fitness testing results for each of their individual athletes and/or team profiles for FREE! You can also receive the data of your athletes and/or teams broken down by categories, as well as relative comparisons to community, provincial and national results – whatever you request! The timing of this event is excellent, as there a large amount of our winter sport that will be just wrapping up and this can take care of year end testing, or can act as pre-season testing for summer sport. These results can be used as internal benchmarks to increase opportunities for physical development and are a great way to motivate and empower your athletes!
Please see the attached poster for event details. For more information and to register online, please visit www.RBCTrainingGround.ca.
AGM
This year's annual general meeting will be in the community room at the People's Place Library from 7-9pm on Wednesday March 21st. Agenda to follow.
Girls' Try Baseball Camp
Thanks to Baseball NS and all the girls who made it out to the Girls' Come Try Baseball Camp.
2017 Volunteer Awards
Jan Tobin Volunteer of the Year Award - Sean Barker and Kris Benoit
Glenna Ingraham Dedication Award - Mary Fisher-MacDonnell
Glenna Ingraham Dedication Award - Mary Fisher-MacDonnell
Toronto Blue Jays National Challenger Baseball Jamboree
Thank you to all the individuals, businesses and groups who made donations, supported our fundraisers or offered support in other ways. Your support made it possible for 46 players, buddies and family members to attend the 2016 Toronto Blue Jays National Challenger Baseball Jamboree. We greatly appreciate it.
2016 Volunteer Awards
Jan Tobin Volunteer of the Year Award - Isaac Turner and Mark Farrell
Glenna Ingraham Dedication Award - Kris Hunter
Glenna Ingraham Dedication Award - Kris Hunter
2015 Volunteer Awards
Jan Tobin Volunteer of the Year Award - Mark DeYoung and Brian Lazzuri
Glenna Ingraham Dedication Award - Keith MacDonald
Glenna Ingraham Dedication Award - Keith MacDonald
2014 Volunteer Awards
Jan Tobin Volunteer of the Year Award - Kris Hunter and Patrick March
Glenna Ingraham Dedication Award - Daniel Ingraham
Glenna Ingraham Dedication Award - Daniel Ingraham
McHappy Day - Thank You
Antigonish Baseball Association would like to thank Antigonish McDonald's for holding McHappy Day on May 6th in support of Antigonish Challenger Baseball. A special thank you to Trish O'Rourke, her staff and everyone who came out to support the program. It is greatly appreciated.
Antigonish Baseball Association - Baseball Canada RBI Approved
We are pleased to announce that Antigonish Baseball Association is the first baseball association in Nova Scotia to become Baseball Canada RBI Approved.
RBI stands for 'Reaching Baseball Ideals' and is used to ensure that local baseball associations apply core common criteria to ensure that consistent good practice is in place.
RBI stands for 'Reaching Baseball Ideals' and is used to ensure that local baseball associations apply core common criteria to ensure that consistent good practice is in place.
Antigonish Challenger Baseball - $37,000 National Contest Winner
After a month of voting, Antigonish Challenger Baseball was named the winner of the GoodLife Kids Foundation $37,000 National Win 4 Kids Contest. The funds will be used to develop and sustain Antigonish Challenger Baseball for years to come. Thank you for your votes and support. The program received 33% of the votes worldwide.
