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THIS WEEK IN OYO | 04.12.2022
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In an effort to streamline our content and provide you with a single source of information each week, here's our weekly e-communique with a critical line-up of 12 important updates and reminders for all our ballplayers, coaches, families and fans. |
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LET'S GET YOUR SEASON STARTED RIGHT! |
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UNIFORMS ARRIVING THIS WEEK |
Our uniforms are rounding third and heading home. We are excited to outfit all our ballplayers in their uniforms for the parade and games this Saturday. Everything is on track with the uniform order, and we're making plans to connect with all our coaches on Friday evening to distribute their team uniforms. So, stay tuned for updates from your team's coach on his/her plan to distribute the uniforms to each team member!
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One of the most exciting events each season for all our ballplayers of any age is Opening Day! On Saturday, April 16, our teams convene at Oaklandon Elementaty beginning at 8:15 a.m. and walk the parade route starting at 9 a.m. The parade will finish at Veterans Memorial Park for a wide range of Opening Day ceremonies. Learn all about OYO's Opening Day Parade for our 48th season of baseball and softball at OYO! Check out the leaguewide email here!
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DON'T FORGET TEAM TREAT TICKETS |
Treat tickets are a hit for all! This is a player favorite, too! For $1 per treat ticket, a player can purchase an item from the Treat Ticket menu at the concession stand following their game. Coaches and team parents should team up on the best method to purchase these tickets for your team this spring. You can purchase a full seaso's worth of treat tickets at once on Opening Day or just purchase them for each individual game as the season rolls along. The choice is yours, and the players hope to have a choice on game days!
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MAKE YOUR EXPERIENCE AT OYO A SAFE ONE! |
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LEAVE YOUR VALUABLES AT HOME |
Tip of the Week: Help us help you! When it comes to vehicle safe and secure, there's a lot you can do with a few simple steps. First and foremost, keep your cars locked and secure while keeping your valuables out of sight. As you prepare to come to the ballpark during the week or on the weekends, utilizing basic safety practices minimizes vehicle break-ins and theft while enjoying the ball game. So, keep all valuables (such as phones, purses, electronics, equipment and personal belongings) out of plain view -- or even leave them at home -- and keep your cars locked and secure at all times.
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KNOW THE BEST PLACE TO PARK |
We look forward to the sounds of happy ballplayers playing the game of baseball and softball as they take the field at Veterans Memorial Park, the home of OYO. With so much excitement and enthusiam building with our ballplayers, coaches and families, this will be a wonderful season for teams in every division, on every field. So, when arriving to the park, make sure you also follow the parking recommendation signage around the entrances on where to best park to ensure the shortest walk to your field.
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As you prepare to get outdoors again, we need to remind everyone there is a no-pet policy around OYO's ballfields. That said, service animals are permitted. This applies to practice nights and game days. We simply want each and every family to have a memorable experience all around the park. Thank you for your assistance and cooperation to ensure a safe, memorable and amazing experience for all our fans, families and ballplayers at Veterans Memorial Park!
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TAKE THE FIELD AND PLAY BALL! |
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Come to the park in the know this spring! Check out your division’s rules. Download the softball rules. And, download the baseball rules.The more everyone knows the rules, the better equipped we are to support our players and understand the calls made by our umpires. Take the time now to familiarize yourself with these baseball and softball OYO house rules for a better game day experience!
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CHECK YOUR TEAM'S SCHEDULE |
For all divisions with players ages 12 and under, the regular season game schedules are set! To view your team's regular season game schedule and practice schedule, follow these simple steps:
(2) Select Manage Parent Account (in upper right corner)
(3) Click on My Schedule at the bottom of the sidebar along the right side of the screen
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FOLLOW THE OYO WEATHERLINE |
Before leaving home, be sure to check the OYO Weatherline by Champion's Edge! On game days, OYO will make the call if a game should be played or not. When we deem the fields are playable, then let's play ball. Don't ever assume a game is canceled, becuase then it leaves a willing team without an opponent for the game. So, encourage your families to always check the OYO Weatherline by Champion's Edge (317.767.5170) on game days for the latest updates!
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THERE'S STILL ROOM AT OYO...AND AT VICTORY FIELD, TOO! |
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BECOME A KNOT HOLE MEMBER |
Only five Knot Hole memberships to go...and your purchase goes a long way to help OYO, too! Even if you are already registered for our rec league or a full-time travel player, you can still purchase a membership via LeagueApps. What's more, if OYO sells just five more memberships, the Indianapolis Indians' organization will award us a generous rebate to use toward improving our program. So make plans to watch some Indians games and support OYO, too! Sign up today!
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ONLY 35 OPENINGS AVAILABLE FOR PLAYERS AGES 12 AND UNDER |
So what better way for your ballplayer to spend time at OYO, then to do so with a friend playing in the same division this spring! Go spread the word, there are openings in most divisions and we want to help our teams reach maximum capacity. Don't miss the chance to help a friend register today and join the action this spring!
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ONLY 25 OPENINGS AVAILABLE FOR PLAYERS AGES 13 AND OLDER |
Our Junior Baseball and 14U/16U Softball seasons are right around the corner! These two divisions begin practices in early May and games in late May to accommodate school ball commitments. And, those divisions will be starting up soon! That said, there are still a dozen openings in these two division. Act soon and register to guarantee a roster spot for your ballplayer this spring!
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