South Okanagan Minor Baseball TIGERS

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Feb 6/10 - Changes to Registration Day

Due to the fact that registration day at the Community Center, held on Sunday February 28th, DIRECTLY conflicts with the Semi final and the Gold metal games of the Olympic Hockey schedule AND tryouts/Evaluation day scheduled for March7th was going to happen during spring break, BY POPULAR DEMAND we are rescheduling registration date and tryout/evaluation day to SATURDAY, February 27th, 2010. At the Hotstove
                                     316 Dawson Ave
                                     turn right at Lee-Lynn by the big yellow sign
                                     Penticton, BC ( in the industrial area, across and up the street a little from the fire station)
The Bantams tryout/evaluations will be done at 9 am - 11 am
The Midget tryout/evaluations will be done at 11 am - 1 pm
All coaches evaluating will be neutral. It is important to come out for this date as it gives us the opportunity to see all the players and divide the teams fairly.

If you have any questions or concerns please call me.

Sorry for any inconvenience this change of dates may have cause you.

Regards,
Debbie Harvey
SOMBA President
250-493-6687

Feb 6/10 - Now Hiring Coaches for 2010 season

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Jan 26/10 - 2010 REGISTRATION FORM

South Okanagan Minor Baseball Association

Jan 21/10 - INDOOR WINTER BALL - JAN-MARCH

Dustin Houle had a great year this past season, so good that it has landed him a spot one of the top teams in the PBL (Premier Baseball League). Dustin, 15, has joined the Langley Blaze in his grade 11 year of his young career. He had a good showing at the Okanagan Regional ID camp.

SOMBA has now expanded its international program to include national Midget AAA players. If you know of, or are a Canadian, aged 15-17 (grade 10-12), and would like to train/play ball year round in Penticton with the Tigers, please click on the Internatl button to find out more about this program. Our two Japanese students have just completed a full year with the Tigers, and we are delighted to have them both back with us again for the 2009-10 season.

Jul 29/09 - Become a Host Family!

If you or someone you know, resides in Penticton and have a room in your home to host a SOMBA player for the upcoming 09/10 season, please click on the Homestay button or contact C. Albano (see contacts).

Jul 29/09 - Sponsor our Team!

We are a registered non profit association which relies upon sponsorship and donations to help us provide our many baseball programs to young athletes. Click on "sponsor this team" for further information.

South Okanagan Minor Baseball Association's mailing address is:
#113-437 Martin St., #259, Penticton, BC CANADA V2A 5L1

Posted Jan. 26, 2010

As every one is aware SOMBA is now running the entire Bantam/Midget program. Penticton Minor baseball is doing the 5-12 year old programs. We are very excited about these changes as it will give us a chance to provide the best opportunities for all players through well organized programs that will challenge players at all levels. These opportunities will give the players of Penticton the chance to play ball in competitive Summer Leagues and also the "All Star programs".

SOMBA has a Winter program available to all players 13-17 years old. It is currently taking place in the Hotstove, our NEW Indoor baseball facility, and at the Community Center. (Schedule is below as well as the address for Hotstove) Check it out !! Registration forms are available at the Community Center and at the Hotstove or on this website.

We encourage players to take part in the winter program as it prepares players to compete with confidence through fundamental skill development, proper mechanics/techniques and knowledge of the game. It is also the key component in injury prevention. The program is led by 5 certified and position specific coaches. The program offers 3 sessions a week, and was kept to a minimal cost, making it affordable to players that are only able to make it out once or twice a week or for the players that start a bit late. This program is the key to your child getting lots of game time and the coaches not having to worry about injury to players. SOMBA will not put players in positions that may cause them injury. There is still space in the program for a few players. Any one needing more information on Winter baseball can contact Debbie Harvey at 250-493-6687.
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SOMBA executive will have their hands full this year but look forward to the challenges ahead. We will do our best to make sure that Registration goes smooth and team selection is what you are looking for. We have run a very successful Bantam/Midget program for the past five years and our intention is to provide an even better program this year. We are open to any suggestions you might have.

In the 2010 registration form fees include, in all divisions, the Uniforms which will be the flex fit hats, shirts, pants, socks and belt. Also the year end tournament. Midget AAA and Bantam AA will also have a tournament paid for during the year as they fund raise for these events. SOMBA will have qualified coaches for each team. There will be 36 league games for the Midget AAA with exhibition and tournament games totaling about 50 games. They will practice twice a week with a optional batting practice on Friday nights. Bantam AA will have 16 League games with Exhibition and Tournament games, totalling about 25 games, with 2 practices a week. Bantam A and Midget AA will have about 20 games, and 2 practices a week. We are hoping SOMBA will be able to set up a variety of exhibition games for all the teams, we are always approached by associations, Big League and School teams in the states to play games. There is a big world of baseball out there for us to join into if you are interested. We promise to have a busy season filled with fun.
Midget AAA registration can be divided up into three equal consecutive payments with the first cheque dated for March 1, 2010. Please speak to Donna Clarke at 250-494-4263 for any other arrangements you may need. Please also note that a link to Kidsport, and the application forms for assistance with registration fees up to $300, can be found under the Links tab.

Registration will be taken at the Community Center on February 28th, 2010.

HOTSTOVE:        316 Dawson Ave (See Maps tab for direction)

Schedule:

Wednesdays   7-9 PM Hotstove

Fridays           5:30-7:30 pm   Hotstove
Sundays          10 - 1 pm at the Penticton Community Center

HOPE TO SEE YOU REAL SOON.
WELCOME TO SOMBA !!!!!!!!!
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To learn more about the SOMBA Tigers, click on "About Us". To contact any of our Directors, click on "Contacts". If you're interested in advertising on our website, click on "advertise here" - 50% of your ad costs go directly to SOMBA and - since we are a registered non-profit organization - we rely upon donations and fundraising to help support and enhance both our Bantam and Midget baseball programs.

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KIDSPORT (SEE LINKS TO DOWNLOAD APPLICATION FORM)

The cost of organized sports can be a barrier to participation and limit the choices for some families. With the help of dedicated supporters, KidSport™ works to fulfill its mission of eliminating the financial barriers to sport participation, “So All Kids Can Play!” Kids have the opportunity to reach their highest potential when they have access to physical activity, which can positively impact physical health, development of social skills, self-esteem, and friendships. Established by Sport BC in 1993, KidSport™ is a community-based sport funding program that provides grants for children aged 6 to 18 to participate in a sport season of their choice.

Guidelines

● Children ages 6 to 18 years are eligible for a grant

● Grants of a maximum of $300, are to be used for the payment of sport participation/registration fees or equipment purchase

● Camps, equipment, travel to playoffs, fundraising, championships, etc. are not eligible expenses

● Applications must be received prior to, or during the requested season of sport

● Sport activities must demonstrate a sustained sport experience (a season of sport led by a qualified coach) and the sport activity must be

affiliated with the member sport organizations of Sport BC

● Preference is given to athletes who are being introduced to organized sport

You need to print off the application form and fill in the player's/family's personal information. Then take the form to your SOMBA coach who will complete the second section and sign it. You can then either mail it in to the address on the form, or drop the form off at the Boys and Girls Club, 1295 Manitoba Street Attention Jen Anderson (Area Director) for further processing.

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The Children's Fitness Tax credit is designed to promote physical fitness among children because of the positive impact of physical activity on children's growth and healthy development. The fitness tax credit will allow parents to claim a maximum of $500 per year for eligible fees paid for each child who is under 16 at any time during the year. For information on eligibility and calculation of tax credits, please refer to the Canada Revenue Agency website at www.cra.gc.ca/fitness

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