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Happy New Year!
2013 SPRING REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Two registration dates to choose from.
| WHEN: |
Sunday, January 13, 2013
and
Saturday, January 19, 2013 |
12:00 noon to 4:00 pm
10:00 am to 12:00 noon |
| WHERE: |
Newton Senior Centre, 13775 70 Ave (Beside the Library) |
Special Early Bird Discounts apply to those registrations completed by end of day, Thursday, January 31, 2013.
Unable to attend in person registration?
REGISTRATION MAILING ADDRESS
NCBA Registrar
6674 133B St
Surrey BC V3W 7E9
Refund Policy
All refund requests must be submitted in writing to the NCBA Registrar. A full refund less a $30.00 administration fee will be issued if received by the Registrar prior to March 1st. 50% refund will be issued if received between March 2nd and April 15th. No refunds after April 15th. Please allow 30 days processing time.
Children's Fitness Tax Credit
The Government of Canada Children's Fitness Tax Credit came into effect January 1, 2007. It is a non-refundable tax credit on eligible amounts of up to $500 paid by parents to register a child under the age of 16 in an eligible program of physical activity. Tax receipts will be issued on the registration dates noted above. Keep reconciled cheque for income tax purposes if unable to attend registration dates.
Financial Aid
 KidSport™ British Columbia
260 3820 Cessna Drive Richmond, BC V7B 0A2
Tel: (604) 333-3430 Fax: (604) 333-3401 Email: Pete.Quevillon@sportbc.com
Application Form: http://www.kidsportcanada.ca/.../...application.pdf
The KidSport™ Fund is a program of Sport BC designed to "remove the financial obstacles that prevent underprivileged children from playing sport in British Columbia". Each child aged 6 - 18 who applies is eligible for up to $200 for one season of sport.
 Canadian Tire Jumpstart® www.canadiantire.ca/jumpstart
We get kids in the game by covering the costs of equipment, registration and/or transportation. We also lend support to unique initiatives aimed at increasing access to sport and recreation programs. Applications for assistance can be submitted from January 15 to June 1 for spring/summer programs, and from July 1 to November 1 for fall/winter programs.
- Call 1-877-616-6600. Based on your postal code, a Call Centre representative will provide a contact on the closest Canadian Tire Jumpstart Chapter.
- When calling your local Canadian Tire Jumpstart Chapter representative, be prepared to provide your contact information and the details of the sport or recreational activity your child would like to participate in. You may also be asked to provide financial information in order to prove eligibility for funding.
- Applicants will be notified by the local Canadian Tire Jumpstart Chapter representative if they are approved or if further information is required.
- All information received is kept confidential.
Frequently Asked Questions: Click the Question to see that response
REGISTRATION — Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happens if we register late?
There is a benefit of registering early and that is an early discount fee is applied. Registrations taking place after that date must pay the full registration amount. You are also taking a chance that your child could be placed on a waiting list.
Q: What cheques do I need for registration?
You need three cheques for registration: The first is dated for today for the player's registration fee and fundraising fee.
The second is a $100 Uniform Deposit Cheque dated for June 30.
The third is $150 Concession Deposit Cheque dated for June 30.
If you opt-out of Concession Duty and prefer to pay instead, a $150 cheque is dated for today.
Q: Can I pay for all of my children's registrations on one cheque?
Yes, you can write one cheque for all of your children's registration and fundraising fees. However, you must supply separate cheques for each child's uniform deposits. A separate cheque for concession duty is required, but it's one cheque per family.
UNIFORM AND CONCESSION — Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happens to my cheque if I do not return my uniform?
Your cheque is held by the Uniform Coordinator until July 1st. If we do not receive your child's uniform back, washed and fully dried, your cheque is then turned over to the Treasurer and is cashed.
Q: What happens to my cheques if I fulfill my concession commitment?
Q: What happens to my cheque if I do not complete my two concession duties?
If you have not completed your two concession duties the cheque is turned over to the Treasurer and is cashed.
Q: What if I complete one concession duty and not the second duty?
If you have only worked one shift, your cheque is turned over to the Treasurer and is cashed. You must complete two duties in order for your cheque to be returned or destroyed.
FINANCIAL AID — Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is there any help with registration costs for low income families?
TEAM PICTURES — Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Team Picture included in Registration?
NCBA pays for the team pictures out of the registration fee. Additional pictures can be purchased separately on Picture Day.
BOUNDARIES — Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do we have to live in Newton to play for NCBA?
Newton Canadian Baseball is governed by boundaries that are set out by BC Minor Baseball. If you reside outside these boundaries then a release form will be required from your area's Association President and the NCBA President prior to registering, each year. Submission deadlines apply, so be sure to follow up as soon as possible. A boundary map will be available to view at registration.
Newton's boundaries are as follows:
120 Street on the West, 86 Avenue on the North, 152 Street on the East and Colebrook Road on the South
Click here to see a map of the local boundaries
Q: Does my child always play at Unwin Park?
Blastball, Tee Ball, and Tadpole play all of their games at Unwin Park. Mosquito travels to North Delta and Surrey Canadian parks only, NCBA being their home park. Pee Wee, Bantam, Midget and Junior Men's are traveling divisions and use our park as their home.
BASEBALL — Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What division is my child in?
Divisions are determined by a child's birth year. Please see our registration form for further information. We have the following divisions for players ages 4 — 24; Blastball, Tee Ball, Tadpole, Mosquito, Pee Wee, Bantam, Midget and Junior Men's.
Q: When are the games for Blastball, Tee Ball, Tadpole and Mosquito?
Blastball games are on Sunday afternoons. NCBA does not have set playing nights for divisions. Games are scheduled on all 7 days of the week and teams usually play 2 games per week. Game time on weeknights is 5:30pm until May 1 and 6pm from thereafter. Game times on Saturdays are 9am, 12pm, 3 pm & 6pm and game times on Sundays are 12pm & 3pm. Each player in Tee Ball thru Mosquito is given a playing schedule at the beginning of the season with all of their game times listed.
Q: What if my child wants to play on the same team as a friend?
In Tee Ball and sometimes Tadpole we try to accommodate kids wanting to play together. Requests are made through the division coordinator for your child's division by email only. Division coordination information is found on the website under the Executive tab. However requests are not guaranteed. For Mosquito, Pee Wee, Bantam and Midget we cannot make the same arrangement because those divisions' teams are determined by a draft.
Q: How long does the season last?
The baseball season starts at the beginning of April and closes on Father's Day in June. However, there may be games that will still need to be played after Father's Day.
Q: When are the practices?
The amount of practices and times are determined by each individual Coach.
Q: Do I have to have coached baseball before to coach my child's team?
Q: What equipment does my child require?
Each child will require a baseball glove, batting helmet and athletic protection. Kids generally start wearing cleats in Mosquito however, cleats are highly recommended starting in Tadpole. Metal cleats are not allowed until the Bantam level. The Mosquito division and up are also required to supply their own GREY baseball pants.
Q: Does my child have to attend evaluations or try-out?
Yes, players in Mosquito, Pee Wee, Bantam, Midget and Junior Men's are asked to attend an evaluation and try out day. This session helps the Coaches assess the player's skills so when teams are put together they can be as balanced as possible. This session usually lasts about 1 ½ hours and is held prior to the season beginning.
Q: What are the rules and number of innings played in my child's division.
For the Mosquito division and lower, game rules follow those in the special rules of Newton Canadian Baseball Association and the BC Minor Baseball Association (BCMBA) rule book. The rules of NCBA shall supersede those of the BCMBA. For Pee Wee and higher divisions, game rules follow those in the rule book of the BC Minor Baseball Association found here: http://www.bcminorbaseball.org/Rulebook.aspx
SUMMER BALL — Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Summer Ball?
Summer Ball is an elite All-Star program that starts July 1st and lasts through most of the summer. Teams are determined by try outs, which does mean some kids will unfortunately be cut.
Tadpole Summer Ball season lasts for the month of July with 2 games per week and a season ending tournament near the end of July. Modified Mosquito rules are used, with live pitching in every inning. This league travels to other associations' parks (such as Surrey, Newton, North Delta, Ladner, etc.) for games.
Mosquito Summer Ball season runs from July 1 st to the end of the August Long Weekend. Games are 2 times per week plus weekend tournaments. Teams that are successful in the Summer League qualify for Provincials.
Pee Wee, Bantam and Midget Summer Ball seasons run from July 1 st through most of August. Games are played throughout the Lower Mainland with successful teams qualifying for Provincials. These teams can also qualify for Western and National Finals.
Click here to read more information about Summer Ball
Q: Is there an additional cost for Summer Ball?
Yes, there is an additional Registration Fee for Summer Ball. This fee is collected in July when your child has made the Summer Team.
FALL BALL — Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Fall Ball?
Fall Ball season runs from about the last week of August until around mid-October. Fall ball teams are formed from kids who will be playing in the Pee Wee and Bantam divisions in the Next spring season. In other words, the Pee Wee fall ball team would be made up of kids who played 2nd year Mosquito or 1st year Pee Wee this year. The Bantam team would be made up of kids who played 2nd year Pee Wee or 1st year Bantam this year.
Q: Is there an additional cost for Fall Ball?
Yes, there is an additional Registration Fee for Summer Fall Ball. This fee is collected in September when your child has made the Fall Team.
Q: How do I register my child with Newton Canadian Baseball?
There are 2 ways to register with NCBA:
- Download a registration form from our website and mail it in to the address on the top of the registration form.
- Attend our formal Registration Days in January at the Newton Library, 13795 70 Ave. Watch our website and your local newspaper in early January for the date.
UMPIRE — Frequently Asked Questions
Q: My child is interested in becoming an Umpire.
Q: What equipment does my child require for Umpiring?
Each Umpire is required to be dressed in a black BC Umpire Association sleeved shirt and grey pants. All Plate umpires from Bantam and up must supply their own protective gear. Pee Wee plate umpires are also encouraged to obtain protection as well. An Umpire bag, clicker, plate dusting brush, pen and paper are also required.
Q: How are Umpires schedule for games?
NCBA games are assigned by scheduler.ca, an official scheduling system. You must have a computer to accept or decline games. You will be assigned a log in and password. It is your responsibility to block times you are not available to work on the scheduler calendar. Assignments will be given out and the umpire will have 48 hours to accept or reject the assignment. Otherwise, the assignment may be moved to another umpire. Once accepted, an assignment is expected to be fulfilled unless there is a very good explanation. Giving up an assignment for insufficient reason may result in the loss of future game assignments.
Q: How are games assigned?
Games are assigned for the whole season. Games are assigned fairly and equally between umpires. You are encouraged to get your availability into the scheduler system because there may not be many games left and available for you should you decline games.
Q: How are Umpires paid?
Umpires are paid by cheque calculated by month. April's games will be paid within the first 2 weeks of May. Once the cheques are ready, they will be either mailed out or left at the concession for pick-up.
Q: What if it's raining am I still umping?
The website www.newtonbaseball.com has field information posted on the main page near the top. If the site indicates the fields are closed, games are cancelled for that day and you do not need to show up. If there is a cancellation for any other reason, you will receive a call that the game is cancelled. Be sure your phone number is current and correct. Otherwise, show up for the game.
Q: When do I need to be at the field?
You are expected to be at the field ready to go no later than 15 minutes before game time.
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