Club Sponsors Sunshine Baseball club would like to thank all of our current sponsors for supporting us for this season. If you are interested in sponsoring the Sunshine Baseball Club you can have your business advertised here in our Players/ Members Handbook, in our weekly newsletter and on our website. In addition, we will have sponsor days at the baseball club to further promote your business.
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77 YEARS ON AND STILL PROUDLY REPRESENTING SUNSHINE
Players / Members Handbook: season 2015 ‐ 2016
ABOUT SUNSHINE BASEBALL CLUB The Sunshine Baseball Club was founded in 1938 and is the oldest sporting club in Sunshine. George Kirby was President for 25 years and he had the only picture theatre in Sunshine from 1930 - 1980. Later son Roc Kirby, life member and patron of Village Roadshow fame. Later Grandson John Kirby, life member and also of Village Roadshow (still our major sponsor). Followed by Pat Dalling, President for 17 years and for many years had the only proper full-time sports store in the 1950s-1980s in Sunshine. There have had many Australian and Victorian representatives over the years, the notables: present Clubman John Galloway, Helm’s Award Winner with South Australia (the top Australian player award) Jon Deeble, (Australian Coach and the holder of 3 Gold Rings for World Series wins with the Boston Redsox) and Graeme Lloyd, (Australian Coach and the holder of 2 Gold Rings playing for the New York Yankees). Last season John Galloway was inducted into the Australian Baseball Hall of Fame, who now also joins the great Don Deeble and Graeme Lloyd, both Sunshine players who were also inducted into the Baseball Australia Hall of Fame, this is absolutely world class! The club has won many division one and grade Premierships over the years with the help of players like Don Knapp, Russell Spear, Matthew Kent and Lindsay Barnes. SBC can also boast back to back Division One Premierships for our first Women's team in the 1994-95 & 1995-96 seasons. Much of the success can be attributed to the emphasis the club places on the junior development program. During the past 25 years we have had 8 players graduate through our junior teams to gain scholarships to play in the United States. A further 25 players have been selected in State representative teams and have been on interstate carnivals. Of these, 6 young people have been selected in Australian teams and have traveled to either Japan or America. Since inception the club has supported many more players that have similarly represented Victoria and Australia in senior baseball and all junior age groups. Baseball is a wonderful participant sport, which offers a great opportunity for people of all abilities to participate and for parents, it gives them the opportunity to be actively involved in supporting their children and to become a part of our great club. We have been fielding senior teams now for over 77 years and junior teams for over 65 years and we plan to be doing it for many more years to follow.
OUR FOCUS IS PLAYER DEVELOPMENT The primary focus of Sunshine Baseball Club is player development. We believe in developing fundamentally sound baseball players which will not only translate to success on the field, but will also prepare each player to compete in higher level baseball and beyond, if they so desire. We believe there are three main areas of player development : 1. Each player must have a personal desire to improve. 2. Each player must be given ample opportunity in both practice and competitive game settings. 3. Each player must show dedication beyond regular practice and games sessions and be held to a high standard to improve in their individual skill level. Our club places great emphasis on the development of a positive environment in each and every situation. Each player will be taught and expected to exhibit character traits including, but not limited to respect, teamwork, sportsmanship, perseverance, discipline and hard work.
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SBC SENIOR PLAYER AWARDS 2008-2009
FIRSTS
SECONDS
THIRDS
FOURTHS
Best & Fairest
Ryan Trynten
Robert Browne
Stuart Clayton
Ladd John
Runner Up B&F
Shaun Moore
Brett Jacobsson
Matthew Davis
David Hirst
Batting Award
Slade Squire
2009-2010
FIRSTS
SECONDS
THIRDS
FOURTHS
Best & Fairest
Jason Benson
Ross Hornstra
Chip Willman
Matthew Wilkie
Runner Up B&F
Adam Irons
Graham May
Troy Simmonds
Daniel Letts
Batting Award
Shaun Moore
Stuart Clayton
Doug Wright
Russell Letts
Fielding Award
Scott Kerr
Stuart Clayton
Anthony O'Gorman
Bradley Dare
2010-2011
FIRSTS
SECONDS
THIRDS
FOURTHS
Best & Fairest
Adam Irons
Ben Anderson
Daniel Letts
Scott Simmonds
Runner Up B&F
Shaun Moore
Stuart Clayton
Matthew Wilkie
Scott Wailles
Batting Award
Scott Kerr
Ben Anderson
Glenn Letts
Scott Simmonds
Fielding Award
Patrick Lovelock
Graham May
Vincent Wong
Daniel Havers
2011-2012
FIRSTS
SECONDS
THIRDS
FOURTHS
Best & Fairest
Rory Meddick
Chris Dugan
Jamie Day
Scott Simmonds
Runner Up B&F
Adam Irons
Brent Jacobsson
Dean Farello
Scott Wailes
Batting Award
Brad Jones
Glenn Joson
Matthew Wilkie
Nathan Williamson
Fielding Award
Chad Galloway
Graham May
V.Wong / R.Letts
Mark Adams
2012-2013
FIRSTS
SECONDS
THIRDS
FOURTHS
FIFTHS
Best & Fairest
Adam Irons
Jarrod Norquay
Glen Joson
Brent Davis
Darren Power
Runner Up B&F Batting Award
Scott Moore Scott Moore
Cameron Browne Lane Koski
Daniel Letts Benji White
Jim Kelly Matthew Davis
James Stark Nathan Williamson
Fielding Award
Shannon Hornstra
Roland Shaw
Travis Rand
Cain Haxby
Phi Nguyen Nathan Williamson
Fielding Award
2013-2014
FIRSTS
SECONDS
THIRDS
FOURTHS
FIFTHS
Best & Fairest
Chris Prokupek
Roland Shaw
Benji White
Wayne Finco
Andrew O’Halloran
Runner Up B&F
Adam Irons
Matthew Wilkie
Mark Adams
Josh Justin
Darren Power
Batting Award Fielding Award
Rohan Brasher Brent David
Aaron Wallis-Taylor Thomas Shaw
Bradley Dare Daniel Letts
David Gathercole Kyle Clayton
James Stark Daniel Havers
2014-2015
FIRSTS
SECONDS
THIRDS
FOURTHS
WOMENS
Best & Fairest
Rory Meddick
Aaron Wallis-Taylor
Jack Letts
Daniel Havers
Katherine Salkovic
Runner Up B&F
Jaret Chatwood
Matthew Wilkie
Nick Salkovic
Andrew O’Halloran
India Caithness
Batting Award Fielding Award
Lane Koski Shannon Hornstra
Cameron Browne Nathan Wallis
Louis Lakat Mose Afu
Daniel Havers Wayne Finco
Amy Fairbrother Kayla Adams
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Index
Club History - CONT Year
President
Secretary
Life Members
Edward King Cup
2010 - 2011
Robert Blackmore
Michael Ashburn
Ray Haxby
Adam Irons
2011 - 2012
Robert Blackmore
Michael Ashburn
Graham May
Rory Meddick
2012 - 2013
Robert Blackmore
Michael Ashburn
Lindsay Fenner
Adam Irons
2013 - 2014
Robert Blackmore
Michael Ashburn
Jim Kelly
Chris Prokupek
Vic Rand 2014-2015
Robert Browne
Michael Ashburn
Rory Meddick
SUNSHINE BASEBALL CLUB PRESIDENTS
2. About us 3. Index 4. Club contact details and Committee’s 5. Club coaches: Seniors and Juniors 6. Basic rules of the game 7. The Playing Field 8. Senior award winners in 2014-15 9. Senior award winners in 2014-15 10. Junior award winners in 2014-15 11. Junior award winners in 2014-15 12. Fees and uniforms 13. Playing time and conditions 14. Club Policies 15. Codes of conduct 16. Club Policies 17. Club Song 18. Ground Locations 19. Social events 20. Club History 1938 - 1979 21. Club History 1979 - 2013 22. Club History & Insurance 23. Player Awards 24. Sponsors page
Volunteers THE STRENGTH OF SUNSHINE BASEBALL CLUB
Insurance Included in the cost of your membership is insurance cover which is handled by Willis Australia. Willis Australia has designed its insurance program for the Australian Baseball Federation (ABF) and its members. This insurance cover applies when members and other insured persons/ entities are involved in activities that are sanctioned by the ABF. These activities include official events, all playing training and trialling meetings, fundraising activities and travel to and travel from these activities. The insurance cover provided via the VBA registration fees provides Lump benefits only for personal body loss/losses. It should be noted that Sunshine Baseball Club Inc. does not provide any insurance of any nature for members &/or players at any time. It is recommended that players & members establish their own insurance covers for personal accident, non-medical, salary benefits & Loss of earning etc.... For full details on the cover provided to you under your membership, please visit Baseball Victoria - www.baseballvictoria.com.au or Willis Australia - www.willis.com.au/abf
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What does our club need to be strong and successful? Quality and enthusiastic volunteers
Enjoyable, safe and inclusive experiences Culture of belonging and ownership Safe and engaging environments Real and worthy step in the baseball pathway
ARE YOU A POTENTIAL VOLUNTEER? Volunteers set the culture and social atmosphere of the club and the sport. Getting the right people who endorse and represent our club’s values will determine our club’s ability to attract and retain players. We want as many people as possible to become and remain involved in our club. Parents, grandparents, players, family members and friends are all encouraged to become a volunteer. Volunteers can undertake any task and don’t need to fill roles on committees or other roles that are more demanding. Easy jobs like looking after the team’s equipment, helping in the canteen, umpiring some games or helping the coach at training and game day warm-ups etc are all very helpful as it allows other people to focus on their role.
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Club Details
Club History
Sunshine Baseball Club Inc, 5 Talmage Street Sunshine Vic 3020 Po Box 349, Sunshine 3020 Ph. (03) 9311 1305 Affiliated Victorian Baseball Association, Licensed Clubs Association Incorporation Number A0002586G ABN: 44 527 807 406 Web page - www.sunshinebaseball.com.au Off season times are Thursdays 4.30pm – 7.30 Clubrooms available for hire: (members only)
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Year
President
Secretary
Life Members
Edward King Cup
1976-1977
Pat Dalling
Kerry McGuire
Ern Jones
Steven Blackmore
1977-1978
Pat Dalling
Kerry McGuire
Norm Durston
Craig Spry
1978-1979
Pat Dalling
Kerry McGuire
1979-1980
Ron May
John Mahoney
Craig Spry Craig Spry
1980-1981
Ron May
John Mahoney
Steven Blackmore
1981-1982
Ron May
John Mahoney
1982-1983
Ron May
John Mahoney
1983-1984
Ron May
John Mahoney
1984-1985
Andy Kyle
Margaret Mahoney
1985-1986
Andy Kyle
Margaret Mahoney
Steven Blackmore Ian Goldsworthy
John Galloway Steven Blackmore John Galloway
Ron Sutherland
John Galloway
David Richardson 1986-1987
John Mahoney
Margaret Mahoney
1987-1988
John Mahoney
Margaret Mahoney
1988-1989
John Mahoney
Margaret Mahoney
Ron Meates
1989-1990
John Mahoney
Adrian Vansantvoort
John Galloway
1990-1991
John Mahoney
Adrian Vansantvoort
John Mahoney
John Galloway
browne_family@bigpond.com
1991-1992
John Mahoney
Adrian Vansantvoort
Greg Murden
Stuart Clayton
gmay@swin.edu.au
1992-1993
John Mahoney
MareeHughes
Doug Brown
vincentwong1@live.com.au
1993-1994
John Mahoney
Maree Hughes
Josh Peterson
mashburn4@bigpond.com
1994-1995
David Richardson
Maree Hughes
Earl Byrne
vickid369@gmail.com
1995-1996
David Richardson
Michael Ashburn
Doug Brown
jnrmack24@gmail.com
1996-1997
David Richardson
Michael Ashburn
digals@dodo.com.au
1997-1998
David Richardson
Ross Wiltshire
Club Senior Committee POSITION
NAME
President Vice President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Director of Baseball Facilities and Grounds Uniforms and Equipment Promotions Sponsorship Social Coordinator
Robert Browne Graham May Vincent Wong Michael Ashburn Vicki Dornom Marc McKenner John Galloway Raelene Murphy Vincent Wong Leigh Davis
0418 307 279 0422 398 188 0431 293 197 0425 843 644 0407 349 117 0419 572 520 0418 778 537 0435 917 620 0431 293 197 0430 110 632
Bar Manager
Joanne Gatt
0457812996
Canteen Coordinator Junior Coordinator
Sandy Rand Glenn Letts
9312 6625
MOBILE
railz13@hotmail.com
Peter Kyle
Phil Beckwith 1998-1999
davisleigh45@gmail.com
1999-2000
Ron Sutherland
Ross Wiltshire
Marc McKenner
joanne.gatt@rmit.edu.au
2000-2001
Ron Sutherland
Ross Wiltshire
Greg Wiltshire
-
2001-2002
Ron Sutherland
Ross Wiltshire
Greg Wiltshire
glennjmg@hotmail.com
2002-2003
Phil Beckwith
Ross Wiltshire
Russell Spear
2003-2004
Phil Beckwith
Michael Ashburn
Greg Wiltshire
2004-2005
Phil Beckwith
Michael Ashburn
Greg Wiltshire
2005-2006
Phil Beckwith
Michael Ashburn
Matthew Kent
2006-2007
Phil Beckwith
Michael Ashburn
Greg Wiltshire
2007-2008
Robert Blackmore
Michael Ashburn
POSITION
NAME
MOBILE
Junior Coordinator Junior Secretary Uniforms and equipment Juniors & Women's
Glenn Letts Marion Baartmans Raelene Murphy Mark Adams
0421 970767 glennjmg@hotmail.com 9364 8126 mbaartmans@hotmail.com
Fundraising Canteen Coordinator
Jo Adams Sandy Rand
0435 917 620 railz13@hotmail.com 0408 982 097 markjoseann@optusnet.com.au 0408 982 097 markjoseann@optusnet.com.au -
Chad Galloway John Galloway
vincentwong1@live.com.au
Club Junior Committee
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John Galloway Peter Jacobsson
0421 970767
9312 6625
Ron May
David Richardson
Ross Wiltshire
John Kirby
Eric Nicholls
Jamie Burrows
PeterStokes
Stuart Clayton 2008-2009
Robert Blackmore
Michael Ashburn
Ross Wiltshire
Ryan Trytten
Allan Chinn Kent Spry 2009-2010
Robert Blackmore
Michael Ashburn
Jerry O'Connor
Michael Ashburn
Michael Ashburn
Jason Benson
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Club Coach
Club History Year 1938-1939 1939-1940 1940-1941 1941-1942 1942-1943 1943-1944 1944-1945 1945-1946 1946-1947 1947-1948 1948-1949
President George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby
Secretary Norman Green Norman Green Norman Green Stewart Ross Stewart Ross Stewart Ross Norman Green Norman Green Jack Crook Keith Hebb Jack Crook
1949-1950 1950-1951 1951-1952 1952-1953 1953-1954 1954-1955 1955-1956 1956-1957 1957-1958 1958-1959 1959-1960 1960-1961 1961-1962 1962-1963 1963-1964 1964-1965 1965-1966 1966-1967 1967-1968 1968-1969 1969-1970 1970-1971 1971-1972
George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby George Kirby Pat Dalling Pat Dalling Pat Dalling Pat Dalling Pat Dalling Pat Dalling Pat Dalling Pat Dalling Pat Dalling Pat Dalling Pat Dalling
Jack Crook Wally McPherson Tom Tribe Jack Crook Jack Crook Barry Blackmore Barry Blackmore Barry Blackmore Barry Blackmore Kerry McGuire Kerry McGuire John Viney Barry Blackmore Barry Blackmore Barry Blackmore Kerry McGuire Kerry McGuire Kerry McGuire Kerry McGuire Kerry McGuire Kerry McGuire Kerry McGuire Kerry McGuire Kerry McGuire
1972-1973 1973-1974 1974-1975
Pat Dalling Pat Dalling Pat Dalling
Kerry McGuire Kerry McGuire Kerry McGuire
1975-1976
Pat Dalling
Kerry McGuire
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Life Members
George Kirby Albert Ellis Edward King Norman Green
Stewart Ross Wally McPherson Tom Laffin Pat Dalling Jack Coakes
Jack McCrae Jack Crook Des Mitchell Barry Blackmore Jack Paisley Bill Shepherd Jack Clarke
Don Deeble Kerry McGuire John Viney Lindsay Barnes Mike Laffan Norm McArthur Geoff Fischer Colin McKenner Tom Jones Roc Kirby Eddy Sutherland Jack Carter Ron Holden
Edward King Cup Harold Wright William Martin Pat Dalling Tom Dalling Jim Scott 0ssie Dwyer William Searle Lee Willey William Searle Kevin Booth Jim Scott Don Deeble Don Deeble Don Deeble Don Deeble Lindsay Doubleday Max Alchin Des Mitchell Barry Blackmore Don. Deeble Don Deeble Lindsay Barnes Bill Shepherd Lindsay Barnes Lindsay Barnes Don Deeble Don Deeble Lindsay Barnes Don Deeble Don Deeble John Viney Daryl McGregor Ron Mannion
Grant Weir
I am really excited about being appointed Club Coach of Sunshine and to guide the senior playing group back in Division 1. The challenge, the current playing group as well as the great work undertaken by the club in the junior section were just some of the things that attracted me to the position. I want to thank the committee for my appointment and I especially want to thank Earl Byrne who has been very supportive and who has offered to stay on as Pitching Coach. This is a fantastic win for the club and his knowledge and experience will flow through to every pitcher (and would be pitcher) in the club. I look forward to meeting you and helping to improve and enjoy your baseball this season. Regards Grant Weir
Senior Coaches & Assistants TEAM
COACH
Firsts
Grant Weir
041 512 0517 Gavin Young
0432 324 927
Seconds
Jarrod Norquay
0410 535 502 Chad Galloway
0418 172 570
Thirds
Craig Spielvogel
0429 104 742
Fourths
Leigh Davis
0430 110 632 Wayne Finco
Women's
Andrea McKenner 0430 292 481
Masters
Luke Searle
MOBILE
ASSIST COACH
0439 031 335 Earl Byrne
MOBILE
0417 221 712 0409 336 915
Junior Coaches & Assistants TEAM
COACH
Tee Ball
Jim Kelly
0419 535 886
Tee Ball Smash
Glenn Letts
0421 970 767
MOBILE
ASSISTANT
MOBILE
Mark Adams
0408 982 097
LL Minor (U12s Blue)
Marc McKenner
0419 572 520
LL Minor (U12s Red)
Corey Wescott
0431 905 415
Dale Wescott
JL Minor (U14s Black) Chad Galloway
0418 172 570
Jeff Debrincat
0407 361 353
JL Minor (U14s Blue)
0423 312 109
Kayla Adams
0408 982 097
Cain Haxby
Robert Blackmore 0416 150 005
JL Major (U14s Blue) Metro League (U16s) Eric Bruns
Don Knapp
Don Kyle Dennid Kennedy Dennis Kennedy Jim Kelly
Metro League (U18s) Glenn Letts
0421 970 767
Mark Adams
0408 982 097
ON GAME DAY All Senior / U18s / U16s / U14 / U12s Sunday players are expected to arrive at the ground at least one hour before the start time to warm up prior to the game. All U14 / U12 Friday night players are expected to arrive at the ground at least 1/2 hour prior to start time. If for some reason you are delayed, or cannot make it, you must notify your coach. In the event of poor weather, you must still arrive at the ground for your team to be able to qualify for a wash-out, this applies for both seniors and juniors alike.
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Basic Rules of the game There are two teams, the first begins by batting and the second fields. Players from the batting team take it in turns to try and hit the ball into fair territory. The pitcher delivers the ball to the batters. The ball must be thrown so as to pass over the home plate and must also be within the strike zone, which is the area between the batter's knees and armpits when he or she takes their normal stance. If the pitcher successfully and accurately delivers the ball through the strike zone without the batter making contact, whether he or she attempts to hit it or not, the umpire will call a strike. A strike will also be called if the batter hits the ball into foul territory. A batter that has 3 strikes against them is given out. If the pitch is low, wide, or high of the strike zone the umpire will call ball. The pitcher is credited with a strike out if the batter watches the third strike over the plate or swings and misses on the third strike and the catcher catches the ball cleanly. Having hit the ball into fair territory, the player must run towards 1st base. Meantime the fielders field the ball and then throw to first base. If the batter arrives at 1st base before the ball, then the batter is safe! However if the ball arrives first, and the fielder either tags the batter or has his or her foot on the base, the batter is out. Once a batter arrives at 1st base safely, he or she normally waits for another team member to hit the ball into fair territory, which then forces the first player to run around the bases. No two players can be on the same base at the same time. When a player is forced to run from 1st to 2nd base, the fielding team may choose to try and run that player out by throwing the ball to 2nd base. If the ball arrives at the base before the player, then that player is out! The same rule applies when a player is running from 2nd to 3rd base, or from 3rd base to home. A player is only forced to run when a player from behind commences running toward the base occupied by the first player. When the ball is hit into the air by another batter, a player on a base can only commence running toward the base after the ball goes to ground or is caught by one of the fielding team, although if your team has two batters out already, you can commence to run immediately. If a ball is caught in the air, the batter is out. Once a player decides to run, he or she must run very quickly. If a fielder manages to tag a running player before he or she reaches the base, then that player is out. Three outs means that the batting team is all out, and that the fielding team can commence batting. The game continues with both teams fielding and batting alternatively. Each turn is called an innings. A game may last for a set period of time or 9 innings, provided both teams have even turns at batting. The team with the most runs accumulated wins the game. It doesn’t really matter who wins or loses, the idea is to ensure that all players have fun and enjoyment.
Social Events $1000 DRAW SATURDAY OCT 17th You've got to be in it to win it !
MOUSE RACES SATURDAY NOV 14th Got to be in it to win it, loads of laughs !
PAST PLAYERS DAY SATURDAY DEC 5th Talking about, “Glory Days”
CHRISTMAS PARTY DEC: DATE TBC Fun, games and of course, SANTA
LADIES DAY FUNCTION SUNDAY JAN 10th Time to let the hair down ladies and have some fun!
KARAOKE NIGHT FEB: DATE TBC No doubt there will be some X Factor on display
CASINO NIGHT WED MARCH 2nd* Great food, top night !!
PRESENTATION DAY Juniors Saturday 5th March*
GRAND FINAL DAY CELEBRATIONS
SATURDAY OCT 3rd Watch the big game and BBQ and prizes to be won
Seniors Saturday 19th March at the Deer Park Club
Further details on each event will be publicised prior. * Above dates to be confirmed prior to the event. Any changes will be notified on the website, via our Facebook page and by e-mail. For further enquiries, please contact Leroy Ph:0430 110 632
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Ground Locations Club
Ground
The Playing Field Mel Ref Phone
Melbourne Ball Park
State Baseball/Softball Centre, Merton St, Altona
Bacchus Marsh
Masons Lane Reserve, Masons Lane, Bacchus Marsh
217 / J12
53 / G9
Ballarat
Prince of Wales Park, Gillies St, Ballarat
281 / A12
9360 0633
Berwick
Cyril Molyneux Reserve, Mansfiled St, Berwick
Blackburn
Billabong Park, Weeden Drv, Vermont Sth
110 / J7 9796 2022 62 / E8
Bonbeach
Bicentennial Park, Thames Pde, Chelsea
93 / E12 9772 1868
Chelsea
Edithvale Rd Reserve, Edithvale Rd, Edithvale
93 / C9
9772 0799
Cheltenham
Kingston Heath Reserve, Farm Rd, Cheltenham
87 / F2
9584 3909
Coburg
Parker Reserve, Keaddy St, Nth Coburg
17 / J17 9354 5788
Doncaster : Sen-U18-U16 State
Deep Creek Rsv, Warrandyte Rd, Warrandyte
34 / E7
Doncaster : U16 Metro, U14-U12
Stintons Rsv, Stintons Rd, Park Orchards
34 / E3
Eastern Real Flames
Proclamation Park, Sylvia Grv, Ringwood
49 / F12 9870 2519
Essendon
Boeing Reserve, Boeing Rd, Strathmore Heights
16 / D5
9330 2207
Fitzroy
Merri Park, St Georges Rd, Northcote
30 / C9
9481 1782
Footscray
Hanks Reserve, Benbow St, Spotswood
41 / G10 9315 1571
Geelong
Pioneer Park, Pioneer Rd, Grovedale
465 / D5
Greenhills / Montmorency
Malcolm Blair Reserve, Karingal Drive, Greensborough
21 / E2
9434 5404
Greensborough
Elder St Reserve, Manfred St, Watsonia
20 / F2
9434 6139
Malvern
Kooyong Park, Glenferrie Rd, Kooyong
59 / D3
9822 7704
9802 6690
9846 3352
Centre field
Left field
Right field
Short stop
2nd Base
3rd Base
Melbourne : Sen-U18-U16-U12 Metro Surry Park, Surrey Drive, Box Hill
47 / D11
Melbourne : U14 State
Macleay Park, Belmore Rd, Balwyn Nth
46 / C4
Monash University
Monash Uni, Clayton Campus, Wellington Rd, Clayton
70 / G11
Moorabbin
A.W. Oliver Field, Summit Ave, Moorabbin
77 / B6
9555 9137
Mulgrave
Gladeswood Park, Gladeswood Drv, Mulgrave
81 / A4
9701 1410
Newport
K.C. White Reserve, Park Cres, Williamstown
55 / H7
9397 1254
Oakleigh
Scotchman's Run, Estelle St, East Oakleigh
69 / J6
Ormond/G'huntly: Mens, U18 Metro
E.E. Gunn Reserve, Dorothy Ave, Ormond
68 / E7
Panton Hill
War Memorial Reserve, Wilson Rd, Wattle Glen
12 / G2
Port Melbourne
J.L. Murphy Reserve, Williamstown Rd, Port Melbourne
56 / K1
Preston
Latrobe University, Enter Kingsbury Drv, Bundoora
19 / F6
Sandringham
Tulip Street Reserve, Tulip St, Sandringham
77 / A12 9598 1584
Springvale
K.H. Wearne Reserve, Springvale Rd, Keysborough
88 / J7
1st Base Pitcher
9646 1564
9551 2662
St Kilda
T.O'Halloran Field, Albert Park Rsv, Hockey Drv, St Kilda
58 / A7
Sunshine
Barclay Reserve, Talmage St, Albion
26 / F11 9311 1305
Upwey FTG
Kings Park, Willow Rd, Upper Ferntree Gully
74 / D6
9758 6702
Waverley
Napier Park, High St, Glen Waverley
71 / J2
9886 1199
Werribee Williamstown
President's Park, McGraths Rd, Werribee Greenwich Reserve, The Strand, Williamstown
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A baseball field has an infield, an outfield, and foul territory. The infield is a square area, usually dirt, with a base at each corner. Because the infield looks diamond shaped from behind home plate, baseball fields are often called diamonds. The outfield is a grassy section between the infield and the fence that borders the field. The size of the outfield varies from field to field. The infield and outfield territory, is where the game is played. Foul territory is the area outside the infield and outside the foul lines of the outfield. The foul lines are marked with white chalk. One line extends from home plate to the fence.
205 / C4 9749 8562 56 / C5 9391 5934
Fielders
Catcher
Each of the nine fielders has an area of the field for which he or she is responsible. The pitcher is on the pitcher’s mound, throwing pitches. the catcher is behind the home plate, catching pitches. Together, the pitcher and the catchers are called a team’s battery. The first baseman, second baseman and third baseman all play near their bases. The shortstop plays between the second and third bases. These four players are infielders. The outfielders are spread across the outfield. The leftfielder is between second and third base. The centerfielder plays behind second base, and the right fielder is between the first and second bases. When a team is batting, the players on the team bat in an assigned order, called the line-up. The coach decides on the order. The base coaches on first and third base help the base runners decide when to run. An umpire calls balls and strikes from behind the pitcher for the juniors and from behind the catcher for the senior players.
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2014 - 2015 Season Player Awards Congratulations to the recipients to some of our outstanding awards last season and also congratulations to our Firsts and Seconds player award recipients. Even though baseball is a team sport, your individual efforts stood out and were well rewarded. EDWARD KING CUP WINNER
BASEBALL AUSTRALIA HALL OF FAME MEMBER
MOST PROMISING JUNIOR
Club Song No matter where you go You'll always hear of Sunshine The team that's always out to win A better bunch of fellas You won't find in a lifetime They always come out with a grin We've had our adverse times As well as good and we can take it Like all good sports should
RORY MEDDICK
JOHN GALLOWAY
JACK LETTS
So when you hear this song You know it won't be long Till were right up on the top again Two, four, six, eight Who do we appreciate S U N S H I N E SUNSHINE !!
Club Achievements RORY MEDDICK
AARON WALLIS-TAYLOR
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JARET CHATWOOD
MATTHEW WILKIE
LANE KOSKI
CAMERON BROWNE
SHANNON HORNSTRA
NATHAN WALLIS
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Junior Baseball Philosophy -Junior Baseball is a place to learn and develop baseball skills -Junior Baseball is a place to make friends and have fun -Junior Baseball is a place to develop a love of the game -Junior Baseball is place to develop self-confidence and social skills -Junior baseball is a place to encourage players to come back next year and to develop further
2014 - 2015 Season Player Awards Congratulations to all the winners of the 3rds, 4ths & Women’s Player Awards last season.
Junior Baseball Policy All players should be given as much game time as possible and where possible an equal amount of game time, as every other player. Where a bench is available, it is not possible to do this evenly. Ideally, players should receive at least one full game one week and a half game the next, or with a rotation system for whenever their turn comes around again. Coaches should give parents/players the opportunity to advise in advance of any unavailability through the season. Player movements will be monitored by coaching staff so they can show players or parents the amount of ground time they have had, in the event of any grievance. When discipline needs to be enforced by the coach for misbehaviour, lack of training or any other issue that is inappropriate, the coach can override this policy if it is considered necessary. Players should be played in as many different positions on the ground as is reasonable and possible throughout the season. Skill development and sportsmanship should be emphasized as being more important than winning, with the exception of finals, when the team can be selected at the coach’s discretion based on the best chance for the them to succeed and to move forward, with this in mind, all players will participate!
JACK LETTS
BRYCEN PELHAM
LOUIS LAKAT
MOSE AFU
ANDREW O’HALLORAN
DANIEL HAVERS
WAYNE FINCO
AMY FAIRBROTHER
KAYLA ADAMS
Parents and Spectators Code of Conduct 1-Encourage participation but do not force your child to play if they don’t want to. 2-Focus on the child’s effort and performance rather than the result of the game. 3-Teach children that an honest effort is more important than victory so that results are accepted without undue disappointment. 4-Children learn best by example. Acknowledge good play from both teams. 5-Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or losing a game. 6-Do not abuse umpires or opposition players and officials. 7-If you disagree with an umpire’s decision, raise it through the appropriate channels, don’t question his decision in public. 8-Recognize the value and importance of volunteers and officials. Without them there would be no game. 9-Always encourage children to play by the rules and accept the umpires’ decision at all times 10-Remember, involvement is for their enjoyment, not yours 11-Support your club officials to foster high standards of behaviour for your club and the league.
DANIEL HAVERS
Officials Code of Conduct 1-Compliment both teams on their effort. 2-Be consistent, objective and courteous in calling all infractions. 3-Actions speak louder than words. Ensure that your own behaviour is consistent with the principles of good sportsmanship. 4-Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities. 5-Don’t do anything that will discredit or bring adverse attention to your club. 6-Remember you are representing your club / league and setting as example to your players / parents 7-Try to resolve any conflict in a calm, sensible manner (when possible in private) 8-Be aware of potential volatile situations and be prepared to deal with them appropriately KATHERINE SALKOVIC
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INDIA CAITHNESS
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Players Code of Conduct
2014 - 2015 Junior Player Awards
1-Play by the rules of the game. 2-Treat all players as you would like to be treated. 3-Co-operate with your coach, teammates, umpires and opponents. Without them there would be no game. 4-Do not argue with the umpire or other officials. All queries should be directed through your coach. 5-Acknowledge good play, whether it is from your teammates or your opposition. 6-Control your temper. It is unacceptable to verbally abuse umpires, officials and opposition players. 7-Under no circumstances should any player or official be abused based on race or gender. 8-Do not deliberately foul or provoke your opposition.
Coaches Code of Conduct JACK LETTS
JACK HAXBY
NICHOLAS SALKOVIC
KAYLA ADAMS
KATHERINE SALKOVIC
NATHAN GATT
PETER KOUROUKLIS
BEN SALKOVIC
2014 - 2015 Junior Reps and higher level programs
1-Players must always be addressed in a controlled and positive manner. 2-No offensive language or cultural, sexist or racist references. 3-Coaches are not to involve themselves in negative dialogue with opposition, coaches, officials, players, spectators or umpires. 4-Coaches and team managers are responsible for the conduct of their officials, players and parents and should ensure that all behave in a responsible manner, accepting the decisions of umpires and officials. 5-Coaches are required to report, to the committee, any official or spectator who they believe are behaving in a manner which may reflect badly on the Sunshine Baseball Club, as soon as possible. 6-Abide by the Laws and Rules of your club and your league. 7-Teach the Rules and mutual agreements which nobody should break. 8-Group players competitively. 9-Avoid overplaying talented players. 10-Maximise fun and place winning in perspective. 11-Stress safety always. 12-Consider maturity levels and devise training programs to suit all. 13-Develop team respect for opponents, umpires and coaches. 14-Recognise the importance of proper injury treatment. 15-Keep up to date with coaching developments. 16-Alcohol is not to be consumed prior to any training session or game. 17- Avoid derogatory language based on gender or race.
Congratulations to Nathan Gatt who proudly participated in the
Nathan 2015 Victorian Kookaburras Baseball Team. The Kookaburras competed in the Ripken Experience (Myrtle Beach) 15U / 16U Ga Surf’s Up Baseball Tournament USA in July last winter. There were sixteen baseball players aged between 15 and 16 who were selected as member's of the touring team.
PLAYER DEVELOPMENT The primary focus of Sunshine Baseball Club is player development. We believe in developing fundamentally sound baseball players which will not only translate to success on the field, but will also prepare each player to compete in higher level baseball and beyond, if they so desire. To find out more about higher level programs and opportunities, visit our website and search the juniors page for trial dates and programs.
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Club Policies: Off Field 1. NO SMOKING POLICY The Sunshine Baseball Club has adopted a Non-Smoking Policy. The designated areas for non-smoking are the clubrooms, Change rooms, Gymnasium, toilets, entry and exit areas. In addition to these areas, smoking will not be permitted within 10 meters of the team benches, the playing and training areas and areas surrounding the canteen. 2. ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION POLICY The Sunshine Baseball Club has adopted a sensible alcohol consumption policy. The consumption of alcohol during any junior matches is limited to the clubrooms and the area adjacent to the clubrooms. Under no circumstances is alcohol permitted within 10 meters of the team benches or beyond. 3. LANGUAGE The Sunshine Baseball Club insists that all persons are not to use any strongly worded and loud gestures of an abusive or derogatory nature. The club will react swiftly to the abuse of this policy particularly in the vicinity of the clubrooms and general public areas. 4. SOCIAL PROGRAM All players, along with their family and friends are encouraged to support our club functions. A program for social events will be available on the club website : www.sunshinebaseballclub.com.au 5. SPONSORSHIP / FUNDRAISING The sponsorship and fundraising initiatives undertaken by the Sunshine Baseball Club are for the benefit of the club and for all its participating sponsors. It is expected that members and players will help promote our sponsors and participate in fundraising activities. 6. PLAYING FEES Payment of fees on time is essential for the financial stability of the Sunshine Baseball Club. Please ensure that your player payments have been made on time and if you require any assistance, please contact your coach or the treasurer to arrange a payment plan. For payment of fees, you can visit our website and click on the registration tab: www.sunshinebaseball.com.au
2014 - 2015 Junior Player Awards
BEN MURPHY
DELAWARE TAHANA
JACK HAXBY
WILL CAVANAGH
ZACHARY POLENEK
DARCY HOPKINS
Club Policies: On Field 1. EQUIPMENT The Sunshine Baseball Cub will supply the playing equipment for all teams participating during the season. The equipment consists of bats, balls, catching equipment and helmets. It is the players responsibility to look after this equipment and report it's condition if faulty or lost to their coach. 2. SAFETY At all times the club encourages the utmost care in avoiding injuries and accidents. All junior players are compelled to wear batting helmets during training, whether doing batting practice in the nets or on the diamond. No Exceptions! 3. TRAINING PROCEDURES The following procedures are to be followed at training sessions at the Sunshine Baseball Club: Bases returned to the gear shed and diamond raked
MITCHELL GREEN
ROBERT ZBORIL
All equipment returned to the gear shed and locked Batting cage to be locked
Playing gear returned to gear locker and locked 4. MATCH DAY PROCEDURES The Sunshine Baseball Club prides itself on its playing surface and field conditions, and as such has in place some routine housekeeping procedures. They are as follows: Early game: Mark out diamond, place bases and cones out. Late game : Rake diamond, bring in bases and cones. TE MANAWA STAPLES-REI
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TONY ANTHONY
BEN SALKOVIC
MAKAYLA McKENNER
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Player / Membership Fees PLAYING FEES Seniors Masters Full time student Juniors playing seniors Juniors U16s & U18s Juniors U12s & U14s
$340 $260 $200 $200 $140 $140 - Fees includes free Junior Playing Cap
Tee Ball - New players Tee Ball - Current players
$100 $75
MEMBERSHIP FEES Pensioner membership Club membership
For new players (includes participants pack & shirt) For current players (excludes participants pack & shirt)
$10 $20
Uniforms FIRSTS / SECONDS * Eagles Jersey * Navy Eagles undershirt * Navy socks & belt * SBC cap
$85.00 $30.00 $25.00 $35.00
UNDER 16 and UNDER 18 * Eagles Jersey * Navy Eagles Undershirt * Navy socks & belt * SBC cap
$85.00 $30.00 $25.00 $35.00
UNDER 12 and UNDER 14 * Navy Eagles Playing Top * SBC cap
$25.00 $15.00
T-BALL 4 to 9 years of age * SBC cap
Merchandise
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$50.00 $35.00 $30.00 $40.00 $45.00 $6.00
SENIORS MEN Season starts October 4th Training: Tues 6.pm until 8.pm (commences Sun Aug 23rd ) Training: Thurs 6.pm until 8.pm Games: Firsts & Thirds 3.30pm Sundays (1sts some Sat games) Games: Seconds & Fourths 1.pm Sundays (2nds some Sat games) SENIORS WOMEN Season starts October 10th Training: Mon 5.30pm until 7.pm (commences Sept 7th) Games: 1pm Saturdays JUNIORS: SUNDAY U18s Season starts October 11th* Training: Tues 6pm until 8.pm Training: Wed 5.30pm until 7.pm (commences Sept 2nd) Training: Thurs 6pm until 8.pm (not compulsory) Games : 9am Sundays JUNIORS: SUNDAY U16s Season starts October 11th* Training: Wed 5.30pm until 7.pm (commences Sept 2nd) Games : 9am Sundays JUNIORS: SUNDAY JUNIOR LEAGUE MAJOR (U14s) Season starts October 11th Training: Tues 4.30pm until 6pm (commences Sept 15th) Games : 9am Sundays JUNIORS: FRIDAY JUNIOR LEAGUE MINOR (U14s) Season starts Friday October 9th Training: Tues 4.30pm until 6pm (commences Sept 15th) Games: 6.15pm Friday nights JUNIORS: FRIDAY LITTLE LEAGUE MINOR (U12s) Season starts Friday October 9th Training: Tues 4.30pm until 6pm (commences Sept 15th) Games: 6.15pm Friday nights JUNIORS: TUESDAY T-BALL & TEE BALL SMASH Season starts Tuesday October 20th Sessions: 5pm to 6pm Tuesdays Gala days: November and February *Dates TBC
$15.00
It is the responsibility of the player to look after their uniform and present themselves on game day in this uniform and uphold its traditions. Pants (grey) hat (authorized club hat only), baseball glove in good condition and appropriate footwear are the participants responsibility.
* Hoodies * Polo Tops * Training Tops * Training Shorts * Spray Jackets * Stubby Holders
Playing times
Playing Conditions ON GAME DAY All Senior / U18s / U16s / U14 / U12s Sunday players are expected to arrive at the ground at least one hour before the start time to warm up prior to the game. All U14 / U12 Friday night players are expected to arrive at the ground at least 1/2 hour prior to start time. If for some reason you are delayed, or cannot make it, you must notify your coach. In the event of poor weather, you must still arrive at the ground for your team to be able to qualify for a wash-out, this applies for both seniors and juniors alike. TRAINING All players are expected to attend the scheduled training sessions. In the event of poor weather or extreme heat, you may be notified by your coach if you do not have to attend. If you are not sure, contact your coach for confirmation or post on Facebook.
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