PARKS & RECREATION

Fall Baseball Information 2015:

Registration:

July 20-August 7

Parks & Recreation office Mon. – Fri. 8am – 5pm

Download registration form at

Mail to City of Brandon Parks & Recreation, P.O. Box 1539, Brandon, MS 39043

Ages divisions: 6 (co-ed), 7-8 (8U), 9-10 (10U), 11-12 (12U)

(Participants will play in the division that they will play in the spring of 2016)

Eligibility date is May 1, 2016

(Participant’s age by May 1, 2016 is the age division participant is eligible to play in)

Fee: $50/participant; $5 discount for multiple children(shirt, hat & secondary insurance coverage provided)

Required equipment participant responsible: glove, batting helmet

Games are played on Sunday afternoons and/or Monday or Tuesday nights with some local traveling (locations TBD).

Season will tentatively begin September 8.

Season will tentatively concludethe last week of October.

Coaches will contact all players after the team draft. (Coaches only)

Birth certificate is requiredat time of registration.

OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY – FRIDAY; 8AM – 5PM; PHONE: 825 – 3047; P.O. BOX 1539, BRANDON, MS, 39043

PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 105 KENNEDY FARM PARKWAY, BRANDON, MS 39042

PARKS & RECREATION

Fall Softball Information 2015:

Registration:

July 20 - August 7

Parks & Recreation office Mon. – Fri. 8am – 5pm

Download registration form at

Mail to City of Brandon Parks & Recreation, P.O. Box 1539, Brandon, MS 39043

Age divisions: 5-6 (6U), 7-8 (8U), 9-10 (10U), 11-12 (12U)

(Participants will play in the division that they will play in the spring of 2016)

Eligibility date is December 31, 2015

(Participant’s age by December 31 is the age division participant is eligible to play in)

Fee: $50/participant; $5 discount for multiple children (shirt, visor & secondary insurance coverage provided)

Required equipment: glove, batting helmet with facemask (required)

All games are played on Sunday afternoons and/or Monday with some local traveling (locations TBD).

Season will tentatively begin September 8.

Season will tentatively conclude the last week of October.

Coaches will contact all players after the team draft. (Coaches only)

Birth certificate is required at time of registration.

OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY – FRIDAY; 8AM – 5PM; PHONE: 825 – 3047; P.O. BOX 1539, BRANDON, MS, 39043

PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 105 KENNEDY FARM PARKWAY, BRANDON, MS 39042

City of Brandon, Mississippi

Parks & Recreation Department

P.O. Box 1539 Phone: (601) 825-3047

Brandon, MS 39043 Fax: (601) 825-6305

Inclement weather hotline: (601) 824-7098

PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM

(Please Circle One)

Baseball ∙ T-Ball ∙ Softball ∙ Flag Football ∙ Tackle Football

Gender: M F

Participant’s Name: ______Weight(Football only) ______

LASTFIRST M.I.

**Has your child played before? YESNO

Date of Birth: ______/______/______Age: ______# of years’ experience: ______Position Played: ______

Month Day Year

Address: ______City: ______State: ______Zip: ______

Home Phone: ______E-Mail Address: ______

Medical Conditions: ______Attach additional information as necessary.

Emergency Contact: ______Relationship: ______Phone: ______

Father’s Name: ______Work Phone: ______Cell Phone______

Mother’s Name: ______Work Phone: ______Cell Phone______

Can you help coach a team or provide other services as a volunteer? ______Mother - Father - Both

Coach ______Assist Coach ______Other______Sponsor______Age Group______

**All volunteers must fill out an application. Background checks will be conducted on all volunteers. **

Waiver and Agreement:

I hereby give my consent for ______to participate under the rules and regulations of the City of Brandon Parks and Recreation. I release the City of Brandon, the Officers, the Booster Club(s), Coaches, Sponsors, ASA, Babe Ruth, USSSA, and any other duly appointed person(s) from liability as result of injury while at practice or games sponsored by the City of Brandon. I also understand that in the event of a protest concerning my child’s legal age, it is my responsibility to furnish the Brandon Parks and Recreation with additional proof. I have read and received the Parent’s Code of Ethics and will strictly adhere to these responsibilities. As the legal guardian of the above named player, I hereby give my consent for emergency medical treatment to be given under whatever conditions are necessary for life, limb, or well-being of my dependent.

Signature: ______Date: ______Print Name: ______

PLAYER UNIFORM ORDER

(Please Circle)

Shirt Size:Youth: (S M L XL)Adult: (S M L XL XXL XXXL)

All checks and money orders should be payable to City of Brandon. Please DO NOTmail cash.

Brandon Parks & Recreation

Parent’s Code of Ethics

As a parent I will provide positive support, care and encouragement for my child participating in youth sports in accordance with the following code of ethics:

  • I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches and officials at all practices and games.
  • I will insist that my child play in a safe and healthy environment.
  • I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of a personal desire to win.
  • I will support coaches and officials working with my child, in order to encourage a positive and enjoyable experience for all.
  • I will demand a sports environment for my child that is alcohol, tobacco and drug free and will refrain from their use at all activities.
  • I will remember that the game is for the children and not adults.
  • I will make youth sports fun for my child.
  • I will ask my child to treat other players, coaches, fans and officials with respect regardless of race, sex, creed or ability.
  • I will require that my child’s coach be trained in the responsibilities of being a youth sports coach and that the coach’s code of ethics will be upheld.
  • I will uphold myself in a manner that represents the team and City of Brandon in a positive way.
  • I know if my behavior is in a disruptive manner I may be asked to leave the field of play by the coach and/or officials.

Be a Good Sport
1. Use positive encouragement
(Kids have more fun when parents focus on the positive aspects of the game)
2. Respect ALL players and officials
(They are all trying their best)
3. Keep the game fun
(More kids would rather have fun than win)
______
(please see over)
Your behavior is
becoming disruptive.
If it continues,
you will be asked to leave.

These ‘Sportsmanship Cards’ will be in the possession of all game/league officials. If your actions are not in line with the above Code of Ethics, you will be issued a card. Please heed to this warning and make the necessary adjustments to prevent future disruptions. Thanks, in advance, for your cooperation.

Signature: ______Date:______