TWIO
THIS WEEK IN OYO | 03.20.2022
In an effort to streamline our content and provide you with a single source of information each week, we once again introduce our weekly e-communique TWIO | This Week in OYO!

HERE'S YOUR WEEKLY LINE-UP OF OYO NEWS!
EARLY REGISTRATION ENDS MONDAY FOR JUNIOR BASEBALL, 14U/16U SOFTBALL
Our Junior Baseball and 14U/16U Softball divisions begin practices in early May and games in late May to accommodate school ball commitments. While these two programs are expanding the total number of teams in 2022, there is a finite amount of space available. So, there's still time to not only save on your registration but also guarantee a roster spot for all players ages 13 and older. Register by Monday for our oldest baseball and softball divisions and you'll be set for the 2022 Spring Season!
THESE SIX DIVISIONS HAVE ONLY A FEW ROSTER SPOTS AVAILABLE
Register and/or the word to your friends today! Only a handful of roster openings are available in the following divisions:
  • 10U Softball (2 openings)
  • 12U Softball (2 openings)
  • Minor Baseball (2 openings)
  • Super Major Baseball (2 openings)
  • Senior Baseball (4 openings)

Claim one of these roster spots before it's too late and wait lists are formed!
THESE FOUR DIVISIONS ENCOURAGE YOU TO GO RECRUIT A TEAMMATE
If you are on an 08U Softball, Tee Ball, Junior Rookie or Rookie team, then we have at least 1-2 roster openings on each team. So what better way for your ballplayer to spend time at OYO, then to do so with a friend playing side by side all spring! So go spread the word, there are openings on your team and these roster spots will be filled first come, first served. Please note, we will continue to strive for team balance in both skill level and total number of players, but it remains very likely a player you recruit will be paired up on the same team as your ballplayer.
REC TRAVEL TRYOUTS COMING SOON
Seven of our 10 rec travel teams now have a coach and are making plans for their rec travel season. We offer two rec travel programs -- Bombers for baseball, Red Storm for softball -- which offer a more competitive experience for interested ballplayers seeking additional game opportunities on Sundays and after the rec league season ends. These teams are formed in late March and early April based on player participation at tryouts hosted at OYO. So, discover the coach for your child's age group -- and ages are based on the player's age as of January 1, 2022 (for softball) and April 30, 2022 (for baseball). Bomber Up! Go Storm!
WE LOVE PETS, JUST NOT AT OYO!
CHECK OUT ALL OUR PARK RULES!
As you prepare to get outdoors again, we need to remind everyone there is a no-pet policy at Veterans Memorial Park, the home of OYO. This applies to practice nights and game days.

From the time you arrive to the time you leave, we want each and every family to have a memorable experience all around the park. So, if all our families can help follow some very simple and basic guidelines at the park, we can ensure all our fans, families and ballplayers a safe, memorable and amazing experience each and every time they visit Veterans Memorial Park!
SAVE THE DATE! 2022 OPENING DAY IS SATURDAY, APRIL 16!
One of the most exciting events each season for all our ballplayers of any age is Opening Day. All our teams convene at Oaklandon Elementaty beginning at 8:30 a.m. and walk the parade route starting at 9 a.m. The ballplayers, coaches and fans will walk the route from the school, across Pendleton Pike around 62nd Street before entering the southside of the park and gathering on adjacent fields for Opening Day ceremonies, including ceremonial first pitches for the season. More details will follow in early April about the Opening Day Parade for our 47th season of baseball and softball at OYO!
CALLING ALL VOCALISTS: COME SING THE NATIONAL ANTHEM AT OYO
OYO wants your ballplayer and/or his/her sibling(s) to sing the national anthem at our annual Opening Day ceremony! If your ballplayer or your ballplayer's sibling(s) enjoy singing and want to share their talents, then OYO has a place for them this spring! We are gathering a team of amazing youthful voices to help start the season by performing the National Anthem on Saturday, April 16 at Veterans Memorial Park. If interested, email the OYO Parade Committee to submit your child's name. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your singing skills and honor your OYO family!
SEEKING 10 MORE FIELD SPONSORS. WILL YOUR BUSINESS SUPPORT OYO?
We truly value the investment businesses are making in OYO so, in turn, we can invest in our ballplayers and fields, too. And, on that note, there are still 10 fields at OYO available for a corporate sponsorship in 2022. When a business sponsors a field, they are providing critical funds to help maintain and upgrade the field and beautify the areas surrounding the field to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all our ballplayers and families. The remaining fields are available for $2,000 each.

Can your business be a field sponsor in 2022? Can you refer a business that may be interested for the sponsorship committee to pursue?
SAVE ON YOUR EQUIPMENT AND APPAREL PURCHASES THIS SPRING!
Did you miss the Dick's Shopping Weekend earlier this month? No worries! We got you covered for all your ballplayer's equipment needs, fan apparel or coaching resources. The link provided offers an exclusive e-coupon for OYO families in 2022 to save on future purchases at Dick's Sporting Goods. All you need to do is visit a Dick's store near you and show the coupons on your smartphone (or simply print it out, too).
CHECK OUT THESE CUSTOMIZED CLINICS FOR YOUR BALLPLAYER?
For those looking to extend their winter workouts or clinics, Underwood Baseball has just what you need! Underwood Baseball, which hosted the OYO Winter Workout program and is headed up by OYO's very own 12U FTT Bombers head coach, is offering five customized clinics focused on a wide range of position-specific fundamentals and skills. Individual instruction is the main focus of these clinics, so spots are limited and filling up fast! Only two weeks left to register. Learn more about the clinics here.
JUST 12 KNOT HOLE MEMBERSHIPS TO GO FOR AN INDIANS' DONATION
Did you purchase an Indianapolis Indians Knot Hole membership fot your ballplayer -- and for your other children, too? Even if you are already registered, you can still purchase a membership independently via LeagueApps. Even if you are a full-time travel player, you can purchase a membership, too. What's more, if OYO sells a dozen 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!