CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF LEE NANTAIS
Lee Nantais was a prominent figure in the baseball community in the greater Windsor area for more than half a century.
Baseball Ontario inducted Lee into the Baseball Ontario Hall of Fame in 2019 in the Builder Category.
  • Early 60’s – Sandwich – Coach
  • Early 60’s – South Windsor – President
  • 70s – 80s – SPBA Rep to Baseball Ontario
  • 1985-1986 – Baseball Ontario – President
  • 2001 – Baseball Ontario – Honorary member
  • OBA Championships – 2 - 13U, 2 - 15U, 1 - 18U
  • 1986, 1987 & 1993 – Lee co-chaired the International Baseball tournament in Windsor
  • The Nantais sports store was opened in 1949 by his brother Russ. Lee took over the business in 1980 and ran it until 1990 when he sold it to a long time employee.
Baseball Ontario extends its most sincere condolences to everyone affected by Lee's passing. He will be greatly missed.
BASEBALL'S BACK!
Preparing for 2021 Season
The Toronto Blue Jays played their first spring training game on Saturday, and closer to home, local associations are accepting registrations for the 2021 season! It's safe to say Baseball is Back!
While we know that 2021 won't be all the way back to normal, we anticipate that associations will be able to offer programming from house league, to select to rep, under the government's reopening plan.
Baseball Ontario is Here to Help!

We're updating our Return to Sport Protocols for the 2021 season that will guide you in your association's return to baseball. The guiding principles for a safe and successful program include:
  • Wear a mask (particularly when physical distancing cannot be maintained or when not actively engaged in the game)
  • Practice good hygiene (clean hands often, avoid touching face, clean shared equipment)
  • Maintain physical distancing (easily achievable in baseball!)
  • If you're sick, stay home!
Stay up to date with Baseball Ontario's OnDeck app, which includes all the tools you need to Return to Sport this season!
LOCAL UMPIRE-IN-CHIEF SUPPORT PROGRAM
Applications Now Being Accepted!
For the 3rd season in a row, the Baseball Ontario Umpires Committee is pleased to announce the 2021 Local Umpire in Chief Support Program. Registration is NOW OPEN and the first session is March 22. Register today!
INTRODUCING HOME-FIELD ADVANTAGE!
Baseball Canada Launches a New Coach Development Program for Canadian Baseball!

Home-Field Advantage is a 52-week experience alongside 52 influential Canadian Baseball & Sport Contributors. Each week you’ll have an opportunity to spend 15 minutes immersed in a conversation that will evolve the way you coach, communicate and lead.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT...
Baseball Ontario is pleased to announce that in response to the overwhelming feedback to the 2021 SuperClinics we have extended Early Bird registration through March 31st!
Baseball Ontario is still accepting applications for female coach and umpire certification!

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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) March 18th, 7pm
  • Select Council Meeting (Online) March 28th, 11am
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