SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS BEING ACCEPTED
Apply by June 1st!
The R. Jack Middlemass Memorial Scholarship was established out of love for Jack and inspired by Jack’s love for baseball and its athletes. In the spirit of Jack’s desire to help others achieve, the fund assists aspiring young people in pursuit of post secondary education. In helping further their scholastic endeavours, the scholarship provides recipients with greater opportunity to excel in life and contribute to the community.
The recipient will:
  • be a well-rounded OBA player of 18U age;
  • be an active citizen of their community demonstrating good sportsmanship in the game of baseball;
  • demonstrate enthusiasm and involvement in baseball and their community with a spirit of "giving back";
  • require financial assistance to attend university or college (either in Canada or the United States); and
  • be awarded $3,500 CDN, awarded at the time of registration at university or college.
RETURN TO SPORT COMING SOON!
We know a return to outdoor sport is coming soon! We're all anxious to get back out on the diamond, however, please remember that by virtue of the current lockdown and Baseball Ontario's suspension of in-person baseball activities, teams are not yet permitted to practice or play.
Be patient, it's coming! Baseball Ontario will lift its suspension when the government lockdown ends. In the mean time, make sure you have your rep and select rosters submitted by the deadlines and in advance of any games so that you can abide by the Arm Care Rules for pitchers! Find everything you need in our OnDeck app!
NCCP COACHING CLINICS
Clinic Season Wrapping Up!
Baseball Ontario has NCCP coaching clinics planned through May 31st.
Once May 31st has passed, coaches can sign up on a wait list for the clinic(s) they may still need. Once we have enough coaches to run a particular clinic we will open registration. Local Associations having the need to get multiple coaches certified can contact the Office for further options.

We encourage you to register today for any clinics you may still need, not only for the 2021 season, but for future seasons as well.
Outfield Seated 3 Count Drill

with
Tony Tarasco!
ICYMI: Every Friday throughout the season, we will be sending out a one-page document focusing on a particular rule or Baseball Ontario event.  
Stay tuned on Instagram (@baseballontarioumpires), Facebook (Baseball Ontario Umpires), and Twitter (@OBAUmpires)!  
 
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
All Deadlines/Tasks/Events/Reminders can be found on our Baseball Ontario Calendar of Events. Remember to visit frequently!

FRIENDLY REMINDER OF UPCOMING EVENTS:
  • Board of Management Meeting (Online) May 20th, 7pm
  • Rep Council (Online), May 27th, 7pm
  • Select Council (Online), June 20th, 11am
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