We are a non-profit organization run by VOLUNTEER board members, managers and coaches who provide the youth of the area the opportunity to participate in the sports of TBall, Baseball, Fast Pitch Softball, Cheerleading, Football and Basketball.
“Volunteers are not paid because they are worthless,
but because they are priceless.”
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April – Date TBD – 7pm
Garden City Police Station Meeting Room
6000 Middlebelt Rd.
We hope to see you there!
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Hello GCYAA Families!
I know that there are many questions and concerns about the Coronavirus and how it will impact our players and families with the current/upcoming seasons. This is what we know….all practices, tryouts, trainings and evaluations that were to be held at any of the schools are postponed until the schools re-open April 6th. As we get closer to that day we will have more sport specific information and updates to share. As of right now we ARE NOT cancelling any of our sports programs. Our plan is to stay updated and follow guidelines laid out by the CDC, MHSAA and other resources that are available to us. As we get closer if we need to postpone start days, practices or tournaments we will, and we will update you every step of the way. The GCYAA Facebook pages and website will be updated with that information.
For the upcoming season we will also be asking officials, coaches and players to skip the traditional handshakes. Instead we will use other forms of sportsmanship to end the games such as elbow bumps, the Wakanda Forever (crossed arms…just a little humor), verbal good games and head nods. Commissioners and coaches will be sure to fill the kids in on their plans!
We know everyone gets excited this time of year for their favorite sports to start up, we do too! And while we understand everyone is anxious for information, we just ask that you be patient and know we will make decisions as needed and communicate those decisions as quickly as we can. Our players, families and volunteers are our number one priority and every decision we make will be made in their best interest.
We will get through this and we’ll all be back on the fields/courts in no time! In the meantime, take the proper safety precautions, practice in the backyard and participate in at home speed and agility training (get the whole family involved!).
We look forward to seeing everyone soon. Until then, take care of yourselves and each other!
GCYAA
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Tball, Baseball, & Fast Pitch Softball
2020 Season Information
As we all adjust to the new normal because of the Coronavirus,
we wanted to update you with our plans for the season.
Our intent is NOT to cancel the season and to proceed as much as possible in the coming weeks. As of now, we plan to move Pinto, Mustang, and Bronco evaluations to April 18. Details have not yet been determined. An update will be posted concerning these evaluations after April 5.
Phone calls from your coach for regular Tball, Pinto, Mustang & Bronco, would occur shortly after evaluations are held. As of now, the Hands On Tball Parent Meeting and the Pony & Colt evaluations are on as originally scheduled for Saturday, April 18.
Subject to any new executive orders, we plan to start the season on schedule with Opening Day on May 2. If needed, we will push Opening Day to mid/late May or early June. This would push the end of the season into July.
We will keep you all updated both here and on our Facebook Group – GCYAA TBall, Baseball & Fast Pitch Softball.
We appreciate your patience and understanding.
Dave Ferracciolo
GCYAA Tball, Baseball & Fast Pitch Commissioner
gcyaabaseball@gmail.com
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Late Online Registration is OPEN.
If you need to register for Hands-On Tball, please contact Dave at gcyaabaseball@gmail.com.
All other registrations must be done online.
CLICK HERE to register for the 2020 season.
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Baseball Clinic scheduled for Sunday, March 15 and
Fast Pitch Softball Clinic scheduled for Sunday, March 22 have been CANCELLED due to school closure.
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Information pertaining to the 2020 season and Evaluation day:
2020 Information Letter
IMPORTANT NOTICE on EVALUATIONS:
INDOOR EVALUATIONS for Baseball and Fast Pitch Softball divisions of Pinto, Mustang & Bronco scheduled for Saturday, March 28 have been POSTPONED.
Details on the 2nd Annual Equipment Swap held on Evaluation Day:
2020 Equipment Swap
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Required for Players and Parents
Print, Sign, Turn in at Evaluations if registered online: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdch/Parentandathleteinfosheet_415328_7.pdf
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Required for Coaches and GCYAA officials
Do training, Print certificate and turn in at evaluations or email to gcyaajacquie@gmail.com:
https://www.cdc.gov/headsup/youthsports/training/index.html
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Dick’s Sporting Goods Day scheduled for this weekend, March 21 & 22, has been POSTPONED due to store closing until April 1. Once we get a clearer picture of the start of the season, we will post the new Dick’s Sporting Goods Day details.
A new coupon will be available and posted when a new date is confirmed. The old coupon for weekend of March 21 & 22 will still be honored at the new weekend, so if you have one, please don’t discard it!
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Sponsorship opportunities for local businesses at a one, three, or six team level. Click on flyer for more details and agreement. Must be received by March 14, 2020:
2020 Sponsorship Opportunities
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Do you have questions? We have answers! Click on the file for answers to our most popular questions:
2020 Tball, Baseball, & Fast Pitch Softball FAQ’s
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Mandatory Parent Meeting information for Hands-On Tball:
2020 Hands-On Flyer
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5th Annual Garden City Kerwin Classic
April 24 – 26, 2020
Click on the flyer below for registration information:
2020 KERWIN CLASSIC
