Select teams are typically comprised of both age groups in the division (i.e., 10U and 11U). Teams play in the York Simcoe Baseball Association, with a regular season schedule of mostly doubleheaders on weekends. If a volunteer coach and enough players are available in a division, Select team selection will be done in the fall, with a winter workout program starting in January.

Program Components

On average, 12-14 players are selected for each team. Registration fees for competitive players are approximately double the cost of house league. Additional team fees can be avoided if a team raises enough through sponsorship and fundraising.

A typical season consists of the following:

• 16-18 regular season games
• 3-5 weekend tournaments (1-2 out of town with a hotel stay)
• Practices (1 per week on average)
• OBA Qualifiers in mid-August
• OBA Championships on Labour Day weekend for teams that qualify.

Off-season commitments:

• Indoor winter workouts (1 per week on average, January to April)
• Possible fall workouts
• Parent/player meetings
• Fundraising
• Team building

Required equipment:

• Baseball glove
• Baseball cleats
• Navy batting helmet
• Bat

Optional equipment:

• Catcher's glove and protective gear

The league will provide the required uniform: jerseys, pants and hat. Players also require protective athletic support, a navy belt and navy baseball socks. Team equipment for 13U & younger will include catcher's gear, although some players prefer to use their own.

Additional questions about Select baseball in Barrie can be directed to the VP of Elite, Rep & Select.