Sign Ups will take place on Saturday, May 21 from 1:00-3:00 at the Smith County High School Baseball Field. If you are unable to attend, please complete the attached form and mail it and the league fee to the listed address.
Smith County Special Needs Baseball
Lisa Hembree – 151 Cumberland Cove – Carthage, TN 37030 – 615-418-5229 – them151@comcast.net
Player:______________________________________________________ Age:_________________
Parent:______________________________________________________ Phone:_______________
Address:___________________________________________________________________________
Type of disability:_______________________________________________________________
Wheelchair: YES NO
Athlete can hit ball independently: YES NO
Can athlete run bases independently? YES NO
Athlete has medical insurance? YES NO
Parent/Guardian can dedicate 6 Saturdays to attending practice and ballgames with their athlete? YES NO
I/We the parents of the above named candidate for a position on a special needs baseball team, hereby give my/our approval to participate in any and all special needs baseball activities. I/We assume all risks and hazards incidental to such participation including transportation to and from the activities and I/we do hereby waive, release, absolve, indemnify, and agree to hold harmless the special needs baseball organizers, sponsors, coaches, board members, participants, and persons transporting my/our child to and from activities, for any claim arising out of an injury to my/our child, whether the result of negligence or any other cause.
Parent Signature:_____________________________ Date:________________________
Player Shirt size: YS YM YL S M L XL XXL XXXL XXXXL
DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE
__________________________________________________________________________________
Team Assigned To:__________________________________________________________________
$25.00 Fee Paid: YES NO
FAQ
Who is eligible to participate?
We welcome any male or female special needs baseball players, ages 5 and up, with all types of developmental disabilities such as autism, down syndrome, aspergers, physical disabilities, etc. Anyone can play-from those who are highly functioning to those who have never participated in sports and cannot swing a bat, catch a ball, or round the bases by themselves.
How is the game played and is it safe?
The game is a form of t-ball using extra soft baseballs, light weight bats, and batting helmets. The teams are divided by age and ability. If a player needs a buddy, it is the buddy’s responsibility to help them as much or as little as needed to bat, run the bases, and play in the field.
Is the league competitive or non-competitive? Are scores kept?
There will be no scores kept, no outs assigned and everyone bats each inning. Games will typically last one and half hours.
Where will the games be played?
Games will be played at the Smith County High School Baseball Complex. Teams will be responsible for cleaning up trash after their games.
What do the players need to furnish?
Players will receive a hat and uniform shirt at the beginning of the season. They are to be worn for each game with grey baseball pants. Each player will supply their own baseball pants. Each player must have a batting helmet that fits. Some equipment will be available to borrow, but typically players supply their own.
How much does it cost?
There will be a $25.00 per player fee. This will help cover miscellaneous expenses and to provide awards.
Who provides transportation?
Parents will provide transportation to and from games. If there is an emergency, contact the coach or myself and possibly other arrangements can be made.
If you have any questions, you may contact Lisa Hembree at 615-418-5229.
