Carson Raymond Field Lighting Project Update

As we end 2016, the NCRL Board wanted to provide an update on our fundraising efforts to light Carson Raymond Field.   Buoyed by the efforts of our players and families during last Spring’s “Line Drives for Lights”, we have secured a total of $45,000 towards the project.   This is half of what is needed to complete the project.

In addition to our fundraising efforts, we applied for a grant through MLB’s Baseball Tomorrow Fund.  The Baseball Tomorrow Fund is a joint effort between MLB and the Major League Players Association.  The fund awards grants to organizations involved in the operation of youth baseball and softball programs and facilities.

Earlier this month, we were notified that NCRL was one of the finalists for this grant cycle.  If approved, the Baseball Tomorrow Fund grant will cover the remaining funds required to complete the project.   We expect a decision on our grant in late January.

We would have not been able to get this far in the process without the support of the NCRL community.  Thank you!

Does Your Company Reward Your Volunteer Hours?

Are you a full-time coach or do you help out at your kids practices, have you worked in the concession stand, or have you helped with Opening Day or the Skills Challenge?

If so, your company may consider that time "volunteer hours" and will make a donation to support the Northside Cal Ripken League. Often times employers will donate money on behalf of their employees who give time as a volunteer for certain non-profit organizations.

For example, State Farm will donate $500 on behalf of their employees who give at least 40 hours of volunteer service to non-profit organizations.

If you have given volunteer time to Northside, please check with your employer to see if they make any type of donations for this activity.

Support Northside by shopping on Amazon

Are you an Amazon.com shopper? If yes, did you know you can shop AND donate to Northside at the same time? If you go to smile.amazon.com and select Northside as your charity, 0.5% of the proceeds will be donated to help us make baseball even better in Charlottesville!

Local Baseball Opportunities for Winter Break

Local opportunities are available for Winter Break Baseball Camps!

The Dugout, The Baseball Company and T.E.A.M.S. Training Center are offering camps for local kids wishing to improve their skills this winter. Check out the flyer from The Dugout or T.E.A.M.S. website or The Baseball Company info form for more information on costs and how to register. 

Spring 2017 Registration is now Open!

NORTHSIDE CAL RIPKEN & LANE BABE RUTH BASEBALL

2017 Spring Registration Information

To register, go to: https://app.myezreg.com/leagues/login/northside

Registration is now completely online and it is very easy to do!
Divisions may reach capacity so register early!

To register, go to northsidecalripken.org.  Payment may be made by mail or in person if necessary; however, registration is not complete until we receive your payment (*details below).  See below to determine the right division for your child.  We require that families register their children for their appropriate division based upon the birth date ranges that are specified.  Exceptions will be handled on a case-by-case basis.  Registration deadline is February 1^st (if paying by mail, then must be postmarked by January 31^st) for reduced fee.  We will accept registrations after February 1^st if space is available, but the fee for some divisions will be increased.  All cash or check payments are due by no later than January 31, 2017.  Any “pay in person” registration for which payment has not been received by January 31^st will be deleted from our online registration system.  Players ages 8-15 also have an option to try out for a tournament/travel team at additional cost. 

In an effort to keep the T-ball teams to a manageable size, we are offering a free T-ball registration for any child if his or her parent agrees to coach a team (1 free T-ball player per family). Please note your T-ball player’s name on your coaching application. This is on a first come, first served basis. Those not initially selected will be placed on a waiting list until all teams are formed.

If you have questions about registering for a division outside the recommended age groups listed below, or if you have scholarship or equipment needs, please e-mail the league at ncrlbaseball@gmail.com.

For 4 - 6 year olds (born between 5/1/11- 4/30/14)

Beginner or Advanced T-ball            Cost: $40 + 2 hours volunteer time

Beginner T-Ball:  For children who need very basic instruction, how to swing a bat, where to run after hitting the ball, and how to field and throw.

Advanced T-Ball:  We recommend this division if your child is in this age group and has played T-Ball before and has an understanding of basic skills.

For 6 - 8 year olds (born between 5/1/08 - 4/30/11)

Junior Rookie or Rookie                

Please choose a Rookie division based upon criteria below.  If you are unsure, choose Junior Rookie. Final placement may differ and will take place after player evaluations. Players typically spend only one season in the Jr. Rookie League.  If you have played before in Jr. Rookie, choose Rookie.

Junior Rookie: This division is intended to focus on baseball fundamentals for children in this age group who are new to the game.  Junior Rookie uses a pitching machine just like the Rookie League, but the pitch speed is slower.  **Mandatory player evaluation on February 25^th.

Rookie: For children in this age group who are familiar with the fundamentals and are ready to be challenged to practice and improve their skills and strategy.  **Mandatory player evaluation on February 25^th.

For 9 - 10 year olds (born between 5/1/06- 4/30/08)

Minor: Players begin to play under more ‘advanced’ rules. Kids pitch in the Minors.  Stealing is allowed, but only after the pitch has crossed the plate.  Skills continue to be developed while coaches encourage strategic thinking.   **Mandatory player evaluation on February 25^th.

For 11 - 12 year olds (born between 5/1/04 - 4/30/06)

Major: Players work to improve skills, teamwork and strategy.  Rules become more advanced to resemble adult league rules.   **Mandatory player evaluation on February 25^th.

Cost for Junior Rookie, Rookie, Minor, and Major Divisions

By February 1^st:  $80 + 2 hours volunteer/concessions stand work time

After February 1^st: $115 + 2 hours volunteer/concessions stand work time

For 13 - 15 year olds (born between 5/1/01 - 4/30/04)

Northside Cal Ripken League and Lane Babe Ruth League of Charlottesville are excited to announce our partnership to help provide a quality baseball experience for players in our area.  Signups will be handled through Northside’s portal, and will follow the process outlined on this document. 

Cost for Lane Babe Ruth League:  $130 + volunteer/concession stand work time

**Players are evaluated for even distribution across teams.  You may request to be with a coach, team, or friend and we will try to honor that request; however, we cannot guarantee that requests will be honored.

Evaluation day is set for Saturday, February 25^th , weather permitting (Inclement Weather Date: 2/26/17)

All Jr. Rookie, Rookie, Minor, Major, & 13-15 division players must attend.

Other Payment Options

PAY IN PERSON:

First, complete the online registration and select “pay in person” as your payment option, and then contact us at ncrlbaseball@gmail.com to arrange a pickup time with us. 

PAY BY MAIL: Checks should be made payable to: Northside Cal Ripken League (NCRL)

First, complete the online registration and select “pay in person” as your payment option, then mail payment along with online registrant name, player name, division, phone number and email address to:

NCRL Baseball,  P.O. Box 7531,  Charlottesville, VA, 22906
Reminder:  Any “pay by mail” payments must be postmarked by January 31^st.

Registration fee may be reduced or waived based upon special circumstances.

Northside Cal Ripken League accepts registration from boys and girls who will be four (4) years old before May 1, 2017 and who will not be sixteen (16) years old before May 1, 2017.  Northside Cal Ripken League’s boundaries include anyone who lives within the following elementary school districts: Agnor Hurt, Cale, Hollymead, Stone-Robinson, Baker-Butler, City of Charlottesville, Red Hill (east of Rt.29), Stony Point, Broadus Wood, Greer, Scottsville, Woodbrook.  Lane Babe Ruth League’s boundaries include all elementary schools listed above and all Nelson County Elementary schools.  Students who attend the Charlottesville City Schools of Burnley-Moran, Clark, Greenbrier, Jackson-Via, Johnson & Venable are also included in Lane League’s boundaries.

            

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED!

The Northside and Lane League Board of Directors strive to keep registration fees as low as possible, making Northside & Lane Baseball the best deal in town.  Your registration fees help, but don’t fully cover the costs associated with running our leagues.   Volunteer efforts, sponsors, and fundraising events help defray registration costs and we rely on the dedication of many volunteers to make our league affordable and fun. 

Prospective coaches are asked to fill out and submit a Coach Application, which is located on our website.  Applications may be mailed to PO Box address listed above or emailed to us.  Other volunteer opportunities will be available during the season and the process for signing up will be communicated at a later date.  

Please contact us at ncrlbaseball@gmail.com if you have any questions or need more information.

For more details about fields, practices, and number of practices/games, visit the FAQ section of our website:

www.northsidecalripken.org

Makeup Tryouts for 13U and 14U/15U Tournament Teams

Makeup Tryouts for 13U
A makeup tryout session for the 13U tournament team will take place on Monday, August 22, 6 to 7:30pm, on Sutherland field. All players interested in being considered for the team will need to tryout. Please contact Jimmy Mills at millslandscaping@yahoo.com for more information or to make alternative tryout arrangements. Players who attended the tryout on August 13 are welcome to attend but are not required to attend the makeup tryout session. 

Makeup Tryouts for 14U/15U
Makeup tryouts for the 14U/15U tournament team are scheduled for August 20, 9am, and August 21, 2pm. Both sessions are held at the Sutherland field. All players interested in being considered for the team will need to attend one of the sessions, even if the player attended the previous Monday night session. Please contact Jeffrey Mullins at jeffreymullins@yahoo.com fo rmore information. 

Updated Tournament Team Information for 13U, 14U, and 15U

Attention all players interested in the 14U and 15U fall travel teams. This is a reminder that tryouts will be held on Monday August 15th from 5:30-7:30pm at the Sutherland lower field (the lowermost field at Hollymead/Sutherland). Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to check in and warm up. We will start promptly at 5:30 and all players are expected to come prepared to play baseball.

If you are unable to make the tryout on the 15th, please contact Division Commissioner Jeff Mullins at jeffreyjmullins@yahoo.com to discuss other arrangements.

The 13U travel team will hold a make-up session for all interested players who were not able to attend the try-out on August 13^th. The date, time and location will be announced soon so please watch your e-mail for details. If you have any questions, contact coach Jimmie Mills at jmillslandscaping@yahoo.com.

Dick's Sporting Goods Hosting Fall Appreciation Day plus New Coupons!

Dear Northside Cal Ripken Players, Families, & Coaches,

 

On Saturday, August 27^th, 2016 from 11:00am - 4:00pm the Charlottesville, Dick’s Sporting Goods store location will be hosting its annual fall appreciation discount day to assist families and players with preparing for the upcoming fall baseball season.

 

Any Northside Cal Ripken participant can bring in the appreciation day flyer (click here for flyer) to receive 20% off your purchase (some exclusions apply) on Saturday, August 27^th. 

 

If you are unable to make it to the appreciation day event please remember that you can click this link - Northside Cal Ripken 2016 Baseball Coupon - to print out your Team Packet baseball coupon sheet, which is good for discounts off your baseball purchases (as listed on the coupon) all season long.  You will not be able to use the baseball team packet coupon in addition to the appreciation day coupon on the appreciation day. 

 

Northside Cal Ripken families should print off the appreciation day flyer (click here for flyer) and bring it with them to the Charlottesville, Dick’s Sporting Goods store on Saturday, August 27^th, 2016 from 11:00am – 4:00pm in order to take advantage of the 20% off.  If you are unable to make it during those times, Dick’s Sporting Goods will still honor the discount all day long.

You can also stop by the Northside Cal Ripken table to register to win gift certificates to Dick’s Sporting Goods!

 

We hope to see you there!

Fall Tournament Teams Information and Tryout Dates

Northside will be fielding tournament teams this fall in each of the age groups between 9U and 14U. Please send an email to each of the coaches and let them know if you're interested. Northside encourages players to tryout for multiple teams if experienced playing at higher level of competition (ex. 9 year old with previous minors experience should consider trying out for both the 9U and 10U teams). See below for tryout information for each age group:

14U Tournament Team

Coached by Jeff Mullins

jeffreyjmullins@yahoo.com
Tryouts will be held at Sutherland Field

Monday, August 15th, 530-730pm

13U Tournament Team

Coached by Jimmie Mills

jmillslandscaping@yahoo.com
Tryouts will be held at Sutherland Field

Saturday, August 13th, 9-1030am

12U Tournament Team

Coached by Gene Murray

murray.gene@gmail.com
Tryouts will be held at Carson Raymond Field

Monday, August 8th, 530-730pm
Please note time and date change: 
Sunday August 14th, 5pm-7pm
  

11U Tournament Team

Coached by Eric Lane

eric.lane91@yahoo.com
Tryouts will be held at Carson Raymond Field

Sunday, August 14th, 1-230pm

10U Tournament Team

Coached by Maurice Jones

bosoxfanincville@yahoo.com
Tryouts will be held at Carson Raymond Field

Saturday, August 13th, 530-730pm

9U Tournament Team

Coached by Chad Lockhart

cblockhart14@yahoo.com

Tryouts will be held at Carson Raymond Field

Friday, August 12th, 530-730pm

Sandlots are Back in August!

• Kids are invited to come out and play ball!
• Game start times are 6:00 PM, unless noted otherwise (Majors).
• If we have to cancel due to inclement weather, the rain line will be used, 434-980-1256.  

Rookie Sandlots
Managed by Coach Kyle Kirkeide
8/22/16  @ Hollymead Lower
8/24/16  @ Hollymead Lower

8/26/16  @ Hollymead Lower

Minor Sandlots
Managed by Coach Chris Guyton
8/10/16 @ Carson Raymond Field
8/15/16 @ Carson Raymond Field
8/17/16 @ Carson Raymond Field
8/22/16 @ Carson Raymond Field
8/24/16 @ Carson Raymond Field

Major Sandlots
Managed by Coach Eric Lane
8/16/16 @ Carson Raymond Field, 630-8pm
8/18/16 @ Carson Raymond Field, 630-8pm
8/23/16 @ Carson Raymond Field, 630-8pm
8/25/16 @ Carson Raymond Field, 630-8pm

8/30/16 @ Hollymead Lower, 630-8pm

9/01/16 @ Hollymead Lower, 630-8pm

Fall 2016 Registration Now Open!

DOWNLOAD THE INFORMATION FLYER HERE
 
Northside Cal Ripken Baseball League offers boys and girls the opportunity to have fun learning the game of baseball from some of the best coaches in town. Northside accepts registration from boys and girls who will be four (4) years old before May 1, 2017 and who will not be sixteen (16) years old before May 1, 2017.

Northside's Mission:  Developing a strong community by teaching baseball fundamentals and life skills; helping kids improve as players, work as a team, and grow as individuals.
 
Divisions:

T-BALL (born between 5/1/10 & 4/30/13)
Cost: $50 + a minimum of 2 hours volunteer time.

ROOKIE LEAGUE (born between 5/1/08 & 4/30/10)
Cost: $65 + a minimum of 2 hours volunteer time.
 
MINOR LEAGUE (born between 5/1/06 & 4/30/08) 
Cost: $65 + a minimum of 2 hours volunteer time.

MAJOR LEAGUE (born between 5/1/04 & 4/30/06)
Cost: $65 + a minimum of 2 hours volunteer time.

                       **NEW FOR FALL OF 2016**

13-YEAR-OLD LEAGUE (born between 5/1/03 & 4/30/04)

Cost: $65 + a minimum of 2 hours volunteer time.

14/15-YEAR OLD LEAGUE (born between 5/1/01 & 4/30/03)

Cost: $65 + a minimum of 2 hours volunteer time.

We require that families register their players for their appropriate division based upon the birth date ranges that are specified.   Rare exceptions will be handled on a case-by-case basis.  Families wishing to be moved to a different division should note the request when registering.

Practices will begin in late August and Games will begin after Labor Day.

Home games for our recreational league are played at Hollymead, Baker-Butler, Charlottesville Catholic School, Woodbrook, Sutherland, and Burley Schools. Away games could be played at Greene, McIntire, Pen Park or Peachtree Fields. 

For more information or questions about Fall Ball please contact us at ncrlbaseball@gmail.com. 

* Tournament/Travel Teams *

Northside plans to offer tournament/travel teams for all age groups from 8u through 15u, provided we have coaches, field space, and enough players wanting to play. 

Tournament teams will meet primarily on Sundays and will either practice or play games.  We encourage kids to participate in both our recreational and tournament programs simultaneously; however, we do allow for a “Tournament Team Only” registration option.   A recreational team alternative will be available for any child who is not selected to play on a given tournament team.  Players are allowed to play up, but should try out for any age group for wish they want to be considered.  If wishing to participate in both tournament  team and recreational ball, please sign up for your appropriate age division and indicate your desire to do both in our questionnaire. 

Tryouts for Tournament Teams will be held in mid-August.

TO REGISTER for the FALL ’16 SEASON:

To register, go to northsidecalripken.org. Payment may be made by mail or by special arrangement if necessary; however, registration is not complete until we receive your payment (*see other payment options on reverse side of this flyer). Divisions may reach capacity so register and pay early! See above to determine the right division for your child. Registration deadline is August 27th. (If paying by mail, then must be postmarked by August 27th.). Any registration received after August 27, 2016 is subject to a $25 late fee, pending available space in the division in which late registration is received.

REGISTER ONLINE: https://app.myezreg.com/leagues/login/northside

We accept Visa, MasterCard, Money Orders, Cash or Checks as form of payment. Checks should be made payable to Northside Cal Ripken League (NCRL).

Registration fee may be reduced or waived based upon special circumstances.  

Other Payment Options

PAY IN PERSON:

First, complete the online registration and select “pay in person” as your payment option, and then contact us at ncrlbaseball@gmail.com.  We will arrange to collect payment.

PAY BY MAIL:

First, complete the online registration and select “pay in person” as your payment option, then mail payment along with online registrant name, player name, division, phone number and email address to:

NCRL Baseball

P.O. Box 7531

Charlottesville, VA, 22906

REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE WITHOUT PAYMENT.  PLEASE PAY PROMPTLY.