Hopkins Baseball Association 2024 Parent Meeting Overview

Hopkins Baseball Association (HBA) is a community-based youth baseball program serving players aged 13-19. The program includes levels of play, player development, registration information, and a parent code of conduct. The annual calendar includes games, tournaments, clinics, and off-season activities. Parents are expected to uphold a code of conduct emphasizing positive support and respectful behavior.

• Youth baseball
• Parent meeting
• Player development
• Community-based program
• Calendar activities

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1. Hopkins Baseball Association 2024 Parent Meeting

2. Agenda 1.Welcome 2.Introduction to HBA & 2024 Rules 3.Levels of Play 4.Evaluation & Team Selections 5.Player Development 6.Registration & Fees 7.Sr. League 8.Sponsorships/Fundraising/Volunteering 9.Q & A

3. HBA Basics HBA is a community-based youth baseball program for youth players 13-19 years old. We consider our 13-15 year old program to be the primary feeder program for the Hopkins HS baseball program. Players must attend Hopkins public schools or attend a private school within the Hopkins school district boundaries or live within the Hopkins school district boundaries if they attend a school outside of the Hopkins schools geography. We draw primarily from 4 local youth programs Big Willow Baseball Association Glen Lake Mighty Mites Golden Valley Little League Hopkins Area Little League We offer both competitive and recreational play for all skill levels. We have a no cut policy anyone who wants to play will be placed on a team. We are a volunteer led organization of parents that are passionate about baseball. We love the game and we want to see more kids playing.

4. High Level HBA Annual Calendar Games & Tournaments Fall Games & Tournaments HBA Clinics & Workouts Rest/Training S e a s o n P o s t Preseason/ Winter Club Season Fall Ball & Club Season Regular Season Off Off Season Specific dates will be shared later during the meeting.

5. Parent Code of Conduct All parents and guardians of players in HBA are committed to: Ensuring that players arrive on time for training sessions and games; Informing the coaches, in advance, if your child cannot attend training or a game; Representing HBA in a positive manner and being responsible for the conduct of their player(s) when they are representing HBA at practices, games, tournaments and baseball-related travel; Encouraging their child(ren) and team, but not insulting or discouraging the opposition; Acknowledging the good play of both teams; Supporting, not criticizing, the coach. If you have any issue with the coach, discuss the matter privately with the coach, or with the appropriate HBA official. Both you and the coach may benefit from period of reflection following a game before taking up the matter; Refraining from coaching their child(ren) or the team. This is the coach s responsibility; Assisting the coach where appropriate, and only with the coach s consent; Refraining from open criticism of the umpire or other game officials, and of the opposing players or coaches. Your conduct in this regard will serve as a powerful example to your child and the other players. If you have an issue with the conduct of the umpire or of the opposing players or coaches, speak privately with your team s head coach, and allow him or her to address the matter in the proper forum; Being positive about the sport, and not allow winning or losing to color your attitude; Alerting the coaching staff if your player is injured or shows signs of being sick; Refraining from the consumption of alcohol, tobacco products, and other controlled substances at games or practices. Important: Violations may result in a parent being asked to leave park.

6. Player Code of Conduct As a player in HBA, I agree to: Show up for practices and games in the proper uniform and equipment; Get to practices and games on time; Perform to the extent of my potential, have fun, work hard, and become the best player I can; Show proper respect to my coaches and teammates; Show proper respect to umpires and opposing players, coaches, and spectators. Your conduct on and off of the field should reflect positively on you, your team, and HBA; Assist with field preparation and clean up as requested by coaches and officials; Represent HBA in a positive manner at all events, including but not limited to practices, games, tournaments, and baseball related travel; Refrain from using alcohol, tobacco products, and other controlled substances in ANY setting. Important: Violations may result in player suspension or dismissal.

7. HBA Rules for 2024 Pitch Count Rules These counts are more restrictive than many tournaments, but the board approved these limits to help prevent overuse. More information on our website. Bat Rules Both USA and USSSA bats will be allowed for MBL League Games/MBT Tournaments/GSTC/MSF Tournaments. Complete bat rules at www.hopkinsbaseball.com Equitable Play Rules Applies to all players on all HBA rosters Defensive Playing Time: Each player must average 3.5 innings per game defensively for all games the player is available to play Plate Appearances: The ratio of plate appearances (PA) from the player with the most PAs to the player with the fewest PAs shall not exceed 5:3 Birthday Age Cutoff same as it has been (your age as of 4/30/24) Age Based Playing Rules Allowed one time age/grade adjustment

8. HBA Levels of Play Travel Program AAA, AA, A Level Travel Teams Teams for each age level (13, 14, & 15) AAA Highest level of competition in state AAA Highest level of expectations!! Focused on development, growth, fun, and winning Regular season games vs. other local travel teams in MBL 3-4 tournaments, in addition to state tournaments, MBL playoffs Expect 4-6 days of baseball per week Home games at Guilliams, Big Willow, and Hopkins HS fields Guilliams, WJH, NJH, & Eisenhower fields used for practice Players will keep their jerseys, sweatshirt, and hat Players provide own pants, socks, belt, glove, helmet, bat, etc.

9. Coaches Applications from Head Coach candidates at all levels have been solicited Interview scheduling is in-process Head coaches for AAA teams selected as part of that process Head coaches for all AA, A, House, and Senior teams will be identified after team formation Head coaches will identify assistant coaches from parents of their team rosters Typically, majority of HBA coaches are parent volunteers please volunteer if you have interest In absence of interested/qualified volunteers, a Head Coach may be a paid non-parent If you would like to coach or assistant coach at any level, contact Mike Frodermann and/or Dave Lindstrom

10. Evaluations & Team Selection Evaluations: 13U & 14U Evaluations will be conducted at the Royal Activity Center on March 16th 15U Evaluations will be conducted in combination with Hopkins Legion at Royal Activity Center on April 28th Players scored on many different baseball skills by independent evaluators Identified AAA Head Coaches, independent evaluators, and a selection committee observe & take notes Players should bring glove, helmet, bat & wear athletic attire Uniform sizing will happen prior to event during check in Evaluations are for all players Please arrive 30 minutes early for check in and uniform sizing HBA coaches attend preseason clinics/workouts/training sessions. They are watching how your players perform and conduct themselves. Tell your kids to take them seriously and work hard! Your work ethic and focus will leave a positive impression with a potential coach. Performance at preseason training is one data point in the evaluation process that is considered when determining team rosters.

11. Evaluations Saturday, March 16th at the Royals Activity Center 13 year olds: 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. 14 year olds: 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday April 28th at the Royals Activity Center 15 year olds: 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. (in combination with the Hopkins Legion Program) *times are subject to change based on confirmation from facilities administration Conflicts Please contact Mike Frodermann (michaelfrodermann@gmail.com) if your player has a conflict with their scheduled evaluation time A make-up date option will likely not be available, so every effort should be made to attend Team Notification Our goal is to post 13U and 14U teams as soon as possible after the March 16th evaluations are completed. 15U teams will be announced in conjunction with Hopkins Legion team announcements following the April 28th evaluations We work with the HHS and Legion staff to coordinate the dates and postings to avoid conflicts/distractions for the HHS and Legion team tryouts.

12. Evaluations & Team Selection AAA Teams: Multiple Data Points. No Single Individual Decision Maker. Evaluation scores are totaled & assessed Prior to evaluations, coaches reach out to feeder program coaches, HBA coaches or other coaches from previous seasons for player strengths & weaknesses. Direct feedback from coaches and statistics from 2023 teams Head Coach consults with HBA Player Development Committee throughout the preseason and selection process. Clinic performance and attendance can strongly influence player perception. Head Coach suggests identified potential pool of AAA players and presents them to HBA Player Development Committee for discussion and approval. Target roster size is 12 players per team, but subject to change based on registration and the evaluation process.

13. Evaluations & Team Selection (continued) AA & A Teams: The same process and data points are used in selecting the AA and A teams from the remaining player pool. Player evaluation scores are used Feedback from feeder program coaches, HBA coaches or other coaches from previous season for player strengths & weaknesses Direct feedback from coaches and statistics from 2023 teams Target roster size is 12 players per team, but subject to change based on registration and the evaluation process. AA & A Head Coaches are selected once AA & A rosters are identified

14. Evaluations & Team Selection (continued) Team roster sizes are determined as part of the Team Selection process Team roster sizes may not be uniform across HBA teams Depending on player registration numbers and evaluation results, some players (particularly 15 year-olds) may be placed on a combined 15/14 A team or a Senior League (discussed later) team 15U and Senior League teams do not start baseball activity until after the high school season is completed

15. HBA Winter Training 2024 Objective Create a winter training program that: Shakes off the rust and gets players thinking baseball Appeals to both the recreational and serious player Helps prepare players for spring evaluations* Is a good value for players/families Plan A training program that offers structured reinforcement of baseball fundamentals, and includes advanced instruction, skill development, and repetitions for all players. *IMPORTANT NOTE: HBA AAA Head Coaches attend our preseason clinics/workouts. They are watching how players perform and conduct themselves. Tell your player to take them seriously and work hard! Their work ethic and focus will leave a positive impression with the potential coach and evaluators.

16. HBA Winter Training 2024 2024 HBA Winter Clinic Schedule: Sunday, December 3: Chaska Dome 7:00-9:00 p.m. really well attended and good event Sunday, January 21: Chaska Dome (13U from 6:00-7:30 and 14/15U from 7:30-9:00 p.m.) Saturday, February 3: Royals Activity Center 5:00-7:00 p.m. Saturday, March 2: Royals Activity Center 5:00-7:00 p.m. Saturday, March 16: Evaluations @ Royals Activity Center 13U from 1:00-3:30 p.m. and 14U from 3:30-5:30 p.m. (times subject to change) Sunday, April 28: Evaluations @ Royals Activity Center 15U from 1:00-5:00 p.m. (times subject to change) * More events are in the process of being scheduled dependent on facility availability

17. HBA Winter Training 2024 Requests of Parents relative to Winter Training: Talk to your players ahead of time about focus, making the best use of the training time, and respecting the facilities For training events and evaluations, plan to drop your players off and pick them back up promptly at the end of sessions no observation or hanging around Cost Structure: Register for each winter training session on our website at: www.hopkinsbaseball.com Cost is $25 per player per session Registration will close 2 hours prior to the event On-site walk-ups will not be allowed Attend any clinics that work with your player s schedule Players must be registered for HBA 2024 season prior to attending Evaluations on March 16th

18. Registration Registration will be open on our website at: www.hopkinsbaseball.com Players register based on age as of April 30, 2024 All players will register via SportsEngine/players must be registered in order to attend evaluations The 2024 fee will be $715 payable in four installments: Upon Registration, February 1ST, March 1ST, and April 1ST HBA will require all parents to authorize the full registration amount at the time of registration. If registering after one of the above installment milestone dates, the installment amounts that were due on prior dates will be taken at the time of registration. No refunds will be granted after tryouts conclude. The HBA Board may consider exceptional circumstances for a partial refund, i.e. such as if a player suffers a season-ending injury before the season starts or if a player's residency changes making the player no longer eligible for HBA. A $25 discount will be offered if the entire registration fee is paid upfront Scholarship opportunities are available, please email Mike Frodermann (michaelfrodermann@gmail.com) for more information.

19. Registration What is included: Players will own and keep their jerseys, sweatshirt, and baseball hat Fees for MBL league and playoffs, fees for three regular season tournaments and one state tournament, rented facility costs, shared equipment (baseballs, catcher s gear, etc.), insurance, etc. Volunteer time of coaches and parents dedicated to the success of HBA Field costs for the City of Minnetonka and Hopkins School District What is not included: Baseball pants (white pants with royal blue side stripe), royal blue belt, royal blue socks, bats, gloves, and other individual player equipment Winter clinics - cost $25 per session - register separately on HBA website

20. Senior League Another baseball option for older players Players ages 16 19 Practices start May with games in June July Multi-tiered platform for competitive or house league experience Games played at Big Willow Park, Hopkins HS Varsity field, and metro suburbs Traditionally played in the MYAS league Committed to providing our participants the very best educational, sports experience possible. It is our fundamental belief that every child with a desire to play baseball be afforded that opportunity.

21. Senior League - Registration Register online via HBA website Registration will open in late January/early February and is separate from the HBA 13U-15U registration $425 per player payable in four installments with a $25 discount offered if the entire registration fee is paid upfront Players register for their age group as of April 30, 2024 Contact Mike Frodermann (michaelfrodermann@gmail.com) with any questions

22. Sponsorships/Fundraising Youth sports takes money to put on a quality program. We are self-funded and rely on fees, sponsorships, and fundraising to fund our annual budget of around $90K. If you own a local business, please consider a sponsorship $300-Bronze Level $500-Silver Level $750-Gold Level Our board is actively looking for new fundraising opportunities Our goal is to add fundraising events that are impactful and we would like to: Try to avoid kids selling things Partner with local businesses when possible HBA clothing/wearables/gear purchasing opportunities @ https://teamlocker.squadlocker.com/#/lockers/hopkins- baseball-association?_k=9sbo4p Fundraisers will be communicated via email, coaches, and website

23. Current HBA Sponsors

25. HBA Volunteering We are a volunteer led organization with plenty of ways to contribute: Coaching (12 teams x 3 coaches = 36 coaches) Team Coordinators Field prep before/after games HBA Board Membership roles currently open are Fall Ball Coordinator, Senior League Coordinator, Sponsorship Coordinator

26. 2024 Board of Directors New board member Last year of service First Name Mike Dave Tatum Stefan Tyler Sam Joe Chito Matt Steve David Chris Dylan Last Name Frodermann Lindstrom Marinkovich Julien Brodersen Black Hauer Arcilla Taran Burk Hoffman Nett Niska Position President Vice President/Player Development Treasurer Secretary Travel Coordinator/Player Development Registration & Web Administrator Co-Scheduling Coordinator Co-Scheduling Coordinator Field Maintenance Equipment/Uniform Coordinator Social Media Player Development Communications

27. Q & A