2018 Nebraska Cal Ripken 12-Year-Old Regional

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Required Uniform Managers, Coaches and Players shall wear uniforms consistent with Babe Ruth All-Star teams. No coaching shorts, player shorts, ragged shirttails, etc... will be allowed.

1 Controversial Plays / Umpires Decisions Only the manager will be allowed to discuss an umpire s decision or any play of a controversial nature. The home plate umpire will be informed of the identity of each team s manager prior to the start of the game. Required Uniform Managers, Coaches and Players shall wear uniforms consistent with Babe Ruth All-Star teams. No coaching shorts, player shorts, ragged shirttails, etc... will be allowed. The commissioner assigned to the tournament will make the final decision on uniforms. All players must have the Babe Ruth patch, which is to be worn on the left sleeve, on the left chest of a vest-type uniform, or on the cap and at least a sixinch number on the back. NO MANAGERS, COACHES OR PLAY- ERS WILL BE ALLOWED ON THE FIELD WITHOUT THE PATCH OR NUMBER ON THEIR UNIFORMS. Catcher s Gear Catchers are required to wear a mask, helmet and protective cup during warm-ups before and during the game. Also, any other player or coach used to warm up a pitcher either between innings or in the bullpen should wear a helmet and mask. Batting Helmets An approved, double ear flap batting helmet must be worn at bat, when Running the bases, in the on-deck circle, and by any other player that might be coaching at first or third. As well as all bat persons. Equipment Bats, gloves, balls and other equipment must be kept in the dugout, in their proper place, and never on the field. Discarding of any equipment or other items in an unsportsmanlike manner can result in ejection from the game. Authorized Players in dugout and on the Field. Only players, managers, coaches and bat persons will be allowed in each team s dugout or on the field. Anyone in the dugout must be on a league s roster (except bat person) during the regular season and on the tournament roster Nebraska Cal Ripken 12-Year-Old Regional North Platte, Nebraska July 18-22, 2018 All Games Played at Centennial Park Information Guide for Players, Parents and Coaches 1

2 Table of Contents 3 - Letter from Tournament Director 4 - Map of North Platte 5 - Regional Tournament Schedule 6 - Tournament Bracket 7 - List of North Platte Hotels 8 - Player & Coach Information 11 - General Tournament Information For additional information about the Tournament, Please contact: Co-Director: Scott Baker - (308) thatsmine77@hotmail.com Co-Director: Mike Steele - (308) mdsteele96@gmail.com Co-Organizer: Courtney Fegter - (308) cfegter@visitnorthplatte.com Bring Your State Flag!! The Midwest Regional Tournament is a tourney of STATE CHAMPIONS. As a representative of your state, we plan on your team carrying your flag during the opening ceremony. Please your roster, team pictures, and player information to mdsteele96@gmail.com. This needs to be turned in by July 12, General Tournament Information Concessions / T-Shirts / Programs A fully-stocked concession stand is located at the field. Tournament T-shirts and programs will be available for purchase. NO OUTSIDE DRINKS, FOODS, ICE CHESTS WILL BE AL- LOWED! Safety For the safety of our athletes, coaches, fans, and officials - Great Plains Health & Therapy Center will be on sight for assistance. Admission to Games Tournament Tournament Pass (All games): Adult $25; Student (K-12): $20 One Day Pass: Adult $15; Student (K-12): $10 Ages 5 & Under: Free Umpires The umpires for these games will enforce all rules and regulations covered in the official baseball rulebook and the rules and regulations of Babe Ruth Baseball. Please treat them with respect! Timely Play All efforts should be used to keep the tournament on schedule. Managers and coaches need to keep players moving at all times and avoid unnecessary delays. Pre-game Infield Practice Teams will be given ten (10) minutes of infield practice prior to each game with the visiting team taking infield first. Infield practice should begin immediately after the field maintenance crews have finished their work. Sportsmanship Any player, manager, coach or fan acting in an un-sportsmanlike manner will be removed from the playing field and facilities immediately. These individuals may also be subject to disqualification from the tournament. 11

Spending Money Each player should bring money to possibly purchase a shirt, concession items, souvenirs or any items they might need.

Photos and Identification Teams are to send their pictures and player identification to: Mike Steele at mdsteele96@gmail.com by July 12th.

Check-In Times: Wednesday, July 18, 2018 North Platte - 2:00 PM Nebraska - 2:30 PM Colorado - 3:00 PM Kansas - 3:30 PM Iowa - 4:00 PM Missouri - 4:30 PM North Dakota - 5:00 PM Minnesota - 5:30 PM 10

3 Spending Money Each player should bring money to possibly purchase a shirt, concession items, souvenirs or any items they might need. Host Team The host team players must abide by the same rules as all other participating teams. Photos and Identification Teams are to send their pictures and player identification to: Mike Steele at mdsteele96@gmail.com by July 12th. Check-In Check-in at: D&N Event Center 501 East Walker Road Entire team must be present. Check-In Times: Wednesday, July 18, 2018 North Platte - 2:00 PM Nebraska - 2:30 PM Colorado - 3:00 PM Kansas - 3:30 PM Iowa - 4:00 PM Missouri - 4:30 PM North Dakota - 5:00 PM Minnesota - 5:30 PM 10 Dear Coaches, Players & Parents: The City of North Platte and the North Platte Youth Baseball Program are extremely excited to host the 2018 Regional Tournament. We hope your experience in North Platte will be a memorable one. If you should have any questions or concerns please contact your coach, a tournament official, or myself. North Platte has a variety of hotels available that provide an assortment of amenities and multiple entertainment options. We are looking forward to meeting you and making your stay in north Platte an exciting and wonderful experience. I will also create a private page on Facebook, called 12-year-old Midwest Regionals that will host entertainment and hotel information, and be more convenient for teams, parents and coaches to ask questions and receive answers immediately! Sincerely, Mike Steele / Scott Baker Tournament Co-Directors league-resources/sportsmanship-code.aspx sportsmanship-beyond-sports.aspx 3

Opening Ceremonies All participants must attend the opening ceremonies and be dressed in their game uniforms. Ceremonies will be at 10:30 AM on Thursday, July 19 th.

4 Opening Ceremonies All participants must attend the opening ceremonies and be dressed in their game uniforms. Ceremonies will be at 10:30 AM on Thursday, July 19 th. All Participants should be at the field by 10:00 AM. Game Time Game lineups MUST BE turned in 1 hour prior to game time. If you do soft toss drills, we request that you bring your own screen, and do not hit into the fences. Team Check-Out Teams eliminated in afternoon play are expected to check out that same day. Teams eliminated in evening play should check out the next morning. Each team should contact the Tournament Director and Tournament Commissioners before leaving. Player Conduct Players conduct must be exemplary at all times, both on and off the field. If you should need any special assistance, please contact your manager. Any misconduct could result in a player being disqualified from the tournament. Tournament Passes Players and coaches will be given passes that will admit them to all games. Be sure to carry these with you at all times. Free admittance will not be allowed without the pass. Tournament Awards Team trophies will be awarded to the first and second place teams. Umpires The Umpires for these games will enforce all rules and regulations covered in the official baseball rulebook and the rules and regulation of Babe Ruth Baseball. Please treat them with respect at all times. 4 9

5 Player & Coach Information North Platte Youth Baseball and the City of North Platte are proud to be your hosts for this tournament. We hope you have a fund and enjoyable stay with us. Your cooperation with all the rules and regulations isexpected and appreciated. What to Wear As Champions / representatives of their state, players are expected to dress neatly at all times. You may, of course, dress casually and comfortably. Keep in mind, you are representing your home community at all times, so you should dress appropriately. Team Check-In Team check-ins will be at the D&N Event Center on Wednesday, July 18th. We will be checking teams in starting at 2 pm. Practice Fields Practice will not be allowed on Field 2 at any time during the Tournament. The complex has several other fields that can be utilized for team practices. They will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. Try to limit practice duration to no more than 1.5 hours. Picnic A picnic for all players, coaches and officials will be at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 18th at the D&N Event Center. Coaches Meeting / Breakfast A mandatory coaches meeting will be held on Thursday, July 19th starting at 8:30 a.m. The meeting will be held at The First Presbyterian Church, and a breakfast will be served. The purpose of this meeting is to go over ground rules and other tournament regulations. The meeting is to be attended by the Regional Commissioners, Tournament Directors, Umpires, Managers and Coaches. Address: 1901 Leota Street Bracket Tournament seeding will be as follows: 1. Win-Loss Record 2. Head to Head 3. Fewest Runs Given Up 4. Runs Differential (10 per game max) *Higher seed team will be home team for tournament play. *If both teams are same seed, then a coin flip will be used. *You must follow the 2018 Tournament Pitching Rules. Pool 1 Pool 2 North Platte Colorado Kansas Iowa Nebraska North Dakota Minnesota Missouri Regional Tournament Schedule Wednesday, July 18th - 2:00-6:00 PM *All teams check-in at the D&N Event Center *All Managers are to call Mike Steele (308) when they are one hour away. *Entire team must be present. *See Page 10 for check-in times. Wednesday, July 18th - 6:30 PM *Tournament Picnic at the D&N Event Center Thursday, July 19th - 8:30 AM *Managers, Coaches, Umpires & Officials - Breakfast located at First Presbyterian Church Leota Street. Thursday, July 19th - 10:30 AM Opening Ceremony - Centennial Park 8 5

Hotels: America s Best Value Inn 602 E. 4 th Street 308-534-4020 Best Western Plus 3201 S. Jeffers Street 308-534-3120 Comfort Inn 2901 S. Jeffers Street 308-532-6144 Days Inn 3102 S.

6 Hotels: America s Best Value Inn 602 E. 4 th Street Best Western Plus 3201 S. Jeffers Street Comfort Inn 2901 S. Jeffers Street Days Inn 3102 S. Jeffers Street Fairfield Inn and Suites 319 W. South River Road Hampton Inn 200 Platte Oasis Parkway Holiday Inn Express 300 Holiday Frontage Road Howard Johnson 1209 S. Dewey Street Husker Inn 721 East 4 th Street Knights Inn 501 Halligan Drive La Quinta Inn & Suites 2600 Eagles Wings Place Motel S. Jeffers Street Baymont Inn 451 Halligan Drive Quality Inn & Suites 2102 S. Jeffers Street Rodeway Inn 920 N. Jeffers Street Super 8 Motel 220 Eugene Avenue

12U Softball REGIONAL TOURNAMENT July 6 th July 8 th, 2017 Limon, CO 80828

12U Softball REGIONAL TOURNAMENT July 6 th July 8 th, 2017 Limon, CO 80828 Information Guide for Managers, Players, Parents and Coaches Regional Tournament Teams; We would first like to thank you and your