2021 Summer Baseball/Softball Goals and Purpose
The goal of summer baseball and softball is to develop the values of teamwork, sportsmanship, and fair play for players from ages 9-21 in a highly competitive and demanding schedule of games. Baseball teams frequently play 3 or 4 games per week and softball teams normally play 2 games per week against teams from other towns in the greater Boston area. Additional practices are held at the discretion of the manager.
BBRBS strives to place teams in leagues where players will be challenged, enabling them to develop their playing skills to their full potential. All players are required to try out for the teams, the rosters are limited, and playing time is not guaranteed or equal, but is dependent on many things including attendance at practice. Summer baseball and softball requires a serious commitment by players and parents.
This summer we are committed to providing an opportunity for players ages 9-19 to participate in baseball and softball, if we are permitted. Please note that a summer season is not guaranteed and depends on the state entering Phase 3.
Overview
The 2021 summer schedule will run in July and August depending on the specific league a team is in and whether the team qualifies for post-season tournament play. Overall, when both practices and games are included, the summer is a relatively intensive program. Recognizing that this is the vacation season, we do make modest allowances for family vacations without jeopardizing a youngster's roster spot. However, the commitment to the leagues is a significant one, and we request that longer vacations be reserved for later in August when the season has ended. Parents and players are asked to be realistic about the significance of this commitment. Summer ball isn't for everyone.
This summer we are not offering an in-town option for those who do not want to play travel baseball or softball.
Player Selection
Players are selected for summer teams based on the following:
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Overall Spring season performance as observed by coaches
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Season evaluation and/or statistics submitted by the spring coaches
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Observations at the all-star game
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Summer tryout held in middle of spring season
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Commitments to other teams or activities
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Vacations
We try to accommodate as many children who want to play as possible. But we cannot guarantee a spot for every child in the travel leagues. All players are welcome to participate in our clinics.
2021 Eligibility
Travel Baseball
For Players Ages 16+
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Senior Babe Ruth
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Up to age 21 (born before 5/1/05)
For Players Age 13-15
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Babe Ruth Baseball
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Ages 13-16 (born between 5/1/05 – 4/30/08)
For Players Ages 12 and Under
Bay State Baseball
Divisions are based on age. Teams are made up of the best players from our league in the following age groups
Bay State A (ages 11/12) - plays on a 70’ diamond
Bay State B (ages 10/11) - plays on a 60’ diamond
Bay State C (ages 9/10) - plays on a 60’ diamond
Bay State D (age 9) - plays on a 60’ diamond
Age Considerations
Age 9: a player’s date of birth must fall between 5/1/11 - 8/31/12.
Age 10: a player's date of birth must fall between 5/1/10 - 8/31/11.
Age 11: a player’s date of birth must fall between 5/1/09 - 8/31/10.
Age 12: a player’s date of birth must fall between 5/1/08 - 8/31/09.
Travel Softball
Middle Essex Softball
Middle Essex Softball
A league of Middlesex and Essex county teams, run by USA softball.
Softball 18U: 18 years old or under as of 1/1/21
Softball 16U: 16 years old or under as of 1/1/21
Softball 14 U: 14 years old or under as of 1/1/21
Softball 12U: 12 years old or or under as of 1/1/21
Softball 10U: 10 years old or or under as of 1/1/21
Fees
Registration fees for the 201summer season will vary, depending on what program you sign up for. All registrations cover a uniform (hat & shirt), town field fee, and insurance. Once the travel teams are finalized, the registration fee will need to be paid.
Costs for Summer Leagues
