WHAT ARE THE DATES FOR EACH SEASON?

Spring Season
Registrations Open End of November
Registrations Close Mid January/Early February
Practices Begin Mid February
Games Begin Late March
Season Ends Late May/Early June
   
Fall Season
Currently No Fall Season  

 

Dates are estimates and are subject to change! 

WHAT IS THE CUT-OFF DATE FOR YOUR AGE DIVISIONS?

The cut-off date for our age divisions is May 1st. See our Registration Page for league determination date.

CAN MY CHILD "PLAY UP" AN AGE DIVISION?

In certain instances, players are allowed to play up a division other than their true age. This is on a case by case basis, and an email needs to be sent to baseball@380sports.org for a request to move up.

CAN MY CHILD "PLAY DOWN" AN AGE DIVISION?

380 Sports Baseball does not allow players to "play down" in the next younger age division.  Special needs players are the only exception and must be evaluated on a case by case basis by the 380 Youth Sports board. Players that are allowed to play down in age will be ineligible for tournament play. Players are assigned to an age division based on their age as of May 1st.

CAN I REQUEST THAT MY CHILD BE ON THE SAME TEAM AS HIS/HER CLASSMATE, NEIGHBOR, FRIEND, COUSIN OR SIBLING FOR CARPOOL OR PERSONAL PREFERENCE?

Siblings in the same age division will always be on the same team unless the family specifically requests separate teams.
 
In Blastball & 4U/5U Tball divisions request to be on the same team with a classmate, friend, neighbor or cousin will be honored if requested on the registration form.
 
All other age divisions are drafted leagues. No requests will be taken.

WHAT EQUIPMENT DOES MY CHILD NEED?

We recommend each player to have their own glove, bat, batting helmet, cleats and an equipment bag.  If a child does not have their own batting helmet the league can provide the coach with a batting helmet for team use.

How do I choose the right bat for my son/daughter?

To determine the correct LENGTH of the bat, have your player stand with the bat next to his/her side barrel down and rest the bat on the ground the top of the bat should rest just below the hip

To determine the correct WEIGHT of the bat, have your player - hold the bat straight out from his/her side OR straight out in front (which ever is more comfortable) if the barrel tips down then it is too heavy if he/she can hold the bat straight out for 10 seconds - then you've found the right bat!

How do I choose the right glove for my son/daughter?

This information is provided only as a guide. Results for your player may vary based on their personal preference, ability, and physical maturity.

Size for AGE or POSITION

TBall (ages 4-7) - 8.5" to 10"
Youth (ages 8+) - 10.5" to 12"
Outfield/Softball - 12" to 14"
Pitcher - 12" to 12.5"
Infield - 11" to 12"

Pocket Depth

Shallow pockets offer control, making it easier to release the ball out of the glove
Deeper pockets are best used for outfield or infielders that are still developing proper fielding mechanics
First Base Mitts have a thin, stiff pad around the edge with padding in the palm and fingers and range from 12" to 13".

WHEN WILL I FIND OUT WHAT TEAM MY CHILD IS ON?

Coaches will contact their players by email or phone within 2-3 days after the drafts. If you are not contacted by the coach within 3-5 days after drafts you should contact the Baseball Commissioner at baseball@380sports.org.

CAN I GET A REFUND IF MY CHILD DECIDES NOT TO PLAY?

Refund requests must be in writing and received prior to the close of registration. A processing fee will be assessed for each approved refund processed. NO REFUNDS will be issued after teams are formed.

WHERE DO I HAVE TO LIVE TO PLAY FOR 380 YOUTH SPORTS?

We accept registration of players living in the cities/towns surrounding the highway 380 corridor. If you have questions about your town please contact us at baseball@380sports.org.

HOW CAN I SIGN UP TO BE A COACH?

When you register your child there is a question asking if you would like to be a Coach, Assistant Coach or Team Manager. Registering as a Coach, Assistant Coach or Team Manager does not guarantee you will get a team; that decision is made by the Baseball committee prior to Player Evaluations. If you decide after registration that you would like to coach, email baseball@380sports.org to register.

ARE THERE TRYOUTS FOR THE TEAMS AND WHAT'S INVOLVED?

Our Recreational league do not have tryouts; everyone makes a team. However, we do have Player Evaluations. Player Evaluations allow the coaches the opportunity to rate the hitting, running, fielding and throwing skills of the participants in the program. Player Evaluations help us balance the skill levels of our teams allowing for a fair, competitive season. Player Evaluations are typically held the weekend after registration ends.

WHAT IF MY CHILD DOES NOT ATTEND PLAYER EVALUATIONS?

Participants that do not attend Player Evaluations will be assigned to a team via a "blind" draft after all participants who attended the Player Evaluations have been selected in the draft. Blind draft players are ineligible to be traded and will be "frozen" to the team that they are assigned.

WHEN & WHERE ARE GAMES?

Home games will be at the Celina fields at Old Celina park. Away games may be at Pilot Point, Gunter, Tioga, or Little Elm. Games may be during the week or on a Saturday. Generally Tball games are Friday night or Saturday morning. Baseball games are generally Tuesday night, Thursday night, or Saturday.

WHEN & WHERE ARE PRACTICES?

Teams typically practice 1-2 times per week. Practice schedules depend on number of teams in the age division, field availability and the coach's schedule.

380 Sports Baseball teams are approved to practice at the Savannah softball field, Braswell High, Navo Middle, Providence Elementary, and Savannah Elementary. These locations are scheduled through the league during the pre-season practice schedule and in-season practice schedule.

WHEN ARE GAMES? & WHEN WILL SCHEDULES BE POSTED?

Teams typically play 1-2 games per week depending on the age division. Games could be scheduled on any weeknight and/or Saturday. Weeknight games start as early as 6:00 PM. Saturday games start anytime between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM. 

Schedules are completed after teams are created. While this is a time consuming process, we try to have them done as soon as possible. We try to get them posted on our league website (2) weeks prior to the opening day.

HOW DO I FIND OUT IF MY CHILD’S GAME IS RAINED OUT?

As soon as we are notified by the city that fields are closed due to rain, inclement weather or unusable/unsafe field conditions we will update the RAIN OUT LINE which will send text and email notification automatically to all members that sign up for the Rainout line service.

Coaches are to email, text or call their team with information concerning rainout/rescheduled games, events and practices.

HOW ARE RESCHEDULING OF RAINOUT GAMES HANDLED?

We try our best to reschedule as many rainout games as possible. Our ability to reschedule games depends on how many games need to be rescheduled, field availability and time remaining in the season.