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MIDWEST PLAINS REGIONALS

TOURNAMENT 10U - 12U

Hosted by:

GIRARD YOUTH ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION

Information Guide for:

Managers, Coaches, Players and Parents

July 11th-July 14TH, 2019

Girard, Kansas

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Girard Youth Activities Assn. • 2019 MWP 10U & 12U Regionals

Regional Tournament Teams, Congratulations and thank you for participating in the 2019

Midwest Plains Regional for the 10U & 12U Softball Tournament.

Hosted by Girard Youth Activities Association in Girard, KS.

GYAA and their families would like to welcome your State, team,

families and fans to Girard, Kansas. We hope it will be a memorable and

rewarding experience that you’ll remember for many years!

Attached to this Welcome letter is the tournament schedule of

events from day one. As well as Hotels, Picnic, Opening Ceremony

Information and a few other things to expect during the Tournament.

Team check-in is on Thursday July 11th, 2019. Team members

and coaches, wearing their jerseys, are required to attend at their sched-

uled check-in time.

On Thursday July 11th, the Tournament Picnic will be at 4 pm

and the Opening Ceremonies will be at 6 pm with games to follow. Both

the 1st and 2nd place teams qualify for the World Series held July 25th-

August 3rd in Jensen Beach, Florida.

We hope you all enjoy your stay in Girard and the surrounding areas.

Jim Vinze

League President

HAVE FUN and PLAY HARD


MEMO TO REGIONAL TOURNAMENT MANAGERS

1. Double check your credential packet. Be sure you have all required documents.

2. Managers Contact Information: You will need to provide contact numbers for all coaches, managers

at check-in. IF there are changes to the schedule for games, we will contact you at the numbers you

provided. We are NOT responsible if you do not answer and are late for games.

3. Make sure you arrive at the check-in-site as a complete team and at your designated time. Teams are

to arrive and depart as a complete group. There will be NO exceptions, unless there has been prior

approval from the Regional Commissioner. All such requests must be fully documented. Any player

not excused and missing from check-in will not be allowed to participate in the tournament.

4. The team, manager and coaches are required to attend the welcoming picnic. Managers and coaches

are required to attend the “Managers and Coaches Meeting”. Tournament rules will be discussed at

this time.

5. Any questions regarding any aspect to the tournament should be directed to the task force member

in charge.

6. Remember that managers and coaches shall wear uniforms consistent with the Babe Ruth Champion

Teams with the Babe Ruth Softball patch on the left shoulder.

7. Good sportsmanship makes the game enjoyable for everyone. Anyone acting in an unsportsmanlike

manner will be removed from the playing fields and facilities immediately.

8. Be sure to have a team meeting and read through the Player’s Guide with your team! Be sure that

they know what is expected of them.


Check-In Schedule

Players and Coaches shall wear their jerseys to check-in.

Kansas Host 12:15PM

Kansas Champs 12:45 PM

Kansas #2 12:45 PM

Iowa Champs 1:15 PM

Colorado #2 1:15 PM

Colorado Champs 1:45 PM

Missouri Champs 1:45 PM

Missouri #2 2:15 PM

EVENTS SCHEDULE

Tournament check-in will be located at Wutke Ball Park. Times and location are subject to change. Please

confirm your check-in time with the Regional Softball Commissioner or the Tournament Director upon your

qualification for the tournament. Please be sure to have your team tournament credential binder, tourna-

ment spectator team fee and coach contact information.

"New in 2019-Uniforms, one per rostered player and coach, will be provided by Babe Ruth League for the Re-

gional Champions of all age groups, who advance to the World Series. Time will be set aside during each

team's check-in at the Regional Tournament for a BSN Sporting uniform supplier representative to allow the

players and coaches to be sized. This way, you will have your uniforms when you arrive at the World Series.

There will be several options, including the ability for the non-Regional winners, who advance to the World

Series, to purchase uniforms; and for World Series advancing teams to purchase a second uniform, similar to

'home and away' uniforms. More information will be provided at the Regional Tournament." (I am not sure exactly how this process works just yet, please wear comfy clothes easy to change in and out of if the coaches

and players have to try on uniforms, hopefully we will have more info soon)

Players and Coaches Meeting 3:00 PM

Coaches and Officials Meeting 3:30 PM

Players, Coaches and Fans Picnic 4:00 PM

Opening Ceremony 6:00 PM

July 11th, 2019 – Sunday July 14th, 2019 Tournament schedule is on the next page. All events/games are subject to

change. It is critical that we have correct contact information for coaches upon check-in.

Thursday July 11th, 2019

IMPORTANT NOTES AND TIMES

Tournament Picnic:

ALL coaches, managers and players MUST attend the picnic at Wutke Ball Park on Thursday,

July 11th, 2019.

Families are welcome to join in on the picnic for $5 per person, under 5 free.

Officials Meeting:

ALL Officials, Coaches, Managers, State Task Force and members of the tournament committee

are REQUIRED to attend. The meeting will be held at the Wutke Ball Park following the comple-

tion of check-in of all teams.

Opening Ceremonies:

ALL Coaches, Managers and Players MUST attend Opening Ceremonies in full uniform.

Concessions:

Hot and cold concessions will be available before, during, and after all games at the ball park.

Bring some extra spending money and enjoy a snack during the game. Water coolers will be pro-

vided in the dugouts and are for players, coaches and managers only.

COOLERS, PICNIC BASKETS, OUTSIDE FOOD OR ALCOHOL WILL NOT BE ALLOWED IN

THE BALL PARK COMPLEX.

Team Awards:

Participation certificates, provided by the Host League, will be presented to all managers, coach-

es and players. SHE (Sportsmanship, Hustle, Enthusiasm) pins will be awarded (one per each

team) after each game. A team plaque (or trophy) and championship banner will be awarded to

the champion. Individual medals will be provided for 1st and 2nd place teams. The Colleen &

Norm Travis Team Sportsmanship and accompanying individual pins, and the Commissioner’s

award will also be presented.


FIELD ADDRESS AND TOURNAMENT CONTACT INFORMATION.

Red Wutke Ball Park: 502 South Sinnett Street, Girard, KS

What to expect at Wutke fields:

5 ball fields, grassy, not many trees. Very little bleachers, bring chairs and blankets. There is room

for canopies as well. Playground area, restrooms and plenty of parking.

Tournament Contact Info

If you have any questions or need special assistance, please contact the following individuals on

the Tournament committee

Tournament Director

Jim Vinze

Girard Youth Activities Association President

620-238-1338

[email protected]

Babe Ruth Official In-Charge:

David Hargrove

MWP Assistant Regional Commissioner-Softball

303-589-7348

[email protected]


LODGING INFORMATION

The nearest hotels to the ballpark are in Pittsburg (~15 miles/15 minutes). In addition,

there are a few campgrounds within a 30 min drive.

Pittsburg Hotels

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pittsburg

2-star hotel

4011 Parkview Dr, Pittsburg, KS 66762 • (620) 231-1177

Comfort Inn & Suites

2-star hotel


Lamplighter Inn & Suites

DEAL$67

18% less than us2-star hotel


La Quinta by Wyndham Pittsburg (South side of Town)

$84

3-star hotel

2410 S Broadway St, Pittsburg, KS 66762 • (620) 670-5614


Places to Eat in Girard:

Sonic, Subway, Opie’s Pizza, Eastside Café, HiWay Inn, Lotus Express, Bender’s on 7, Pink Pickle

to name a few, use Google Maps when you are in the area to see what is near you!

Places to Eat in Pittsburg:

Applebee’s Chili’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, Jimmy’s Egg, Colton’s, and much more. Use Google Maps

when you are in the area to see what is near you!

Places To Visit:

There are lots of places (spread out) to go see/visit while in Kansas. Depending on how much time

you have while here playing games, Google will be your best friend.

Big Brutus

Address: 6509 NW 60th St, West Mineral, KS 66782

Phone: (620) 827-6177


https://www.bing.com/local?lid=YN873x10300275225202454859&id=YN873x10300275225202454859&q=Big+Brutus&name=Big+Brutus&cp=37.27347183227539%7e-94.93887329101562&ppois=37.27347183227539_-94.93887329101562_Big+Brutus&FORM=SNAPST

TIME SENSITIVE INFO:

Team Pictures:

Please email your team pictures ASAP (by end of the day June 27th would be great!) with player

names in the order they appear on the picture to the Tournament Director Jim Vinze

Souvenirs:

Regional Shirts and Programs will be available on site.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Pre-Game Information:

Home team shall use the third base dugout and visitors shall use the first base dugout. Be ready to

play. Turn line-ups into official scorekeepers 15 minutes prior to game time. Other details will be

covered at check-in and the Officials meeting.

Gate Admission:

Each team will be required to pay a $300 Spectator Team Fee, good for access to all events

throughout the tournament. This fee will be for all persons connected with your team to enter the

tournament. The Fee, payable to Girard Youth Activities will be due at check-in. There will not be a

gate entry for the tournament.


Player instructions

Officials of Babe Ruth League, Inc. and the hard-working host city have made extensive efforts

to make certain your stay will be pleasant and rewarding. Therefore, we shall expect that you

absolutely cooperate with the following regulations pertaining to your actions during the tourna-

ment.

Assistance: • We want all players to thoroughly enjoy themselves during the tournament. If you

need any information or assistance, please contact your team manager immediately.

Conduct: • Your conduct must be above reproach on and off the field. Any misbehavior or miscon-

duct could not only cause you disqualification from the tournament but could also disqualify your

team as well.

Schedule: • Follow your team schedule at all times. Be at tournament games and special events

on time. Be sure to check with your manager and Tournament Director whenever you wish to

divert from the listed functions.

Appearance: • As champions we expect your dress to be neat. You may of course dress infor-

mally and comfortably. At all times, neatness and cleanliness of appearance is required.

Uniforms: • Each player on the same team shall wear a different number on their uniform. The divi-

sion appropriate Official Shoulder Emblem must be worn on each team member’s left shirt sleeve.

For sleeveless uniforms, the shoulder emblem must be worn on the left front chest. For additional

requirements see the attached Regional Uniform Requirements.

Flags/Banners: • If your league or team has a banner or flag (or state Flag), please arrange to

bring it with you. We will request you to display it during the opening ceremonies.

Housing: • No host family housing will be provided for this tournament.


Managers/Coaches Uniforms: • The Manager and Coaches must each have a matching jer-

sey which matches their players. Coach’s jerseys do not need to contain a number. Coaches

may wear “coaches shorts” as long as the coach’s shorts are the same color, match each

other and are in general color coordination with the team colors. The division appropriate Offi-

cial Shoulder Emblem must be worn on each coach and manager’s left shirt sleeve. Coaches

must wear appropriate shoes-no sandals or open toe shoes. Umpires: • The umpires provided for this tournament have many years of experience working

softball. They will enforce all rules and regulations covered in the official softball rulebook

and the rules and regulations of Babe Ruth Softball. Please treat them with respect at all

times. Only the manager will be allowed to discuss an umpire’s decision or any play of a

controversial nature. The home plate umpire will be informed of the identity of each team’s

manager prior to the start of each game.

Sportsmanship: • Any player, manager, coach or fan acting in an unsportsmanlike manner

will be removed from the playing field and facility immediately. Such behavior may also result

in disqualification from the tournament.

Action Photos: • No photographers shall be permitted inside the playing fields, bullpens or dug-outs. Media photographers shall obtain permission from the Tournament Director.

Spending Money: • Each player should bring enough money to potentially purchase a pro-

gram, tournament shirt, concession items and other personal items that they might need.

Say “Thank You”: • Players please take the time to say thank you to the host volunteers, who

have given their time and gone out of their way to make players, coaches and families feel

welcome at the tournament.

Catcher’s Gear: • Catchers are required to wear a mask and helmet during warm-ups both

before and during the game. Any other player that is used to warm up a pitcher either be-

tween innings or in the bullpen should wear a helmet and a mask.

Batting Helmets: • An approved double ear flap batting helmet must be worn at bat, while run-

ning bases, in the on-deck circle and by any other player that might be coaching at first or third

base. In addition, all bat persons must wear a batting helmet while on the playing field.


Use of the “caged” helmets is required for all Babe Ruth play.

In the Dugouts and on the Field • Only players, managers, coaches and bat persons will be allowed in each team’s dugout or on the field. Anyone in the dugout must be on a league’s roster during the regular season, also included on the tournament roster. This does not in-clude your bat person.

Equipment: • Bats, gloves, balls and other equipment must be kept in the dugout, in the proper place and never on the field. Discarding of bats, helmets, gloves or any other items in an unsportsmanlike manner can result in an ejection from the game.

Host Team: • Members of the Host Team are to be treated and are subject to all the same regulations as the other participating teams.

If you have any questions about things to see and do during your visit to Girard and surrounding areas, do not hesitate to contact the tournament director/officials. Remember you are guests of the host league and their community. Please enjoy yourself at the tournament.


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