TWIO
THIS WEEK IN OYO | 09.05.2022
Our opening two weekends of the 15th annual Fall Ball season at OYO have been a huge success! The sun has shined, the rain has stayed away and the sounds of baseball and softball were amazing!

We witnessed happy ballplayers! We enjoyed fans cheering positively for their favorite players! The players demonstrated the progress they've made. The park looked fabulous! And, many of the games were fun and competitive. We certainly are blessed as a league!

We know we've sent a wide range of communications each week. For those new to OYO and a refresher for those returning for another season, we will resume our weekly e-communique -- TWIO | This Week in OYO! -- to better consolidate all timely news and updates into one single email. Of course, additional emails may follow with special announcements, but they will be limited to key updates and reminders.

As always, thank you for choosing OYO as your family's place for baseball and softball!
SAVE-THE-DATE FOR TWO MAJOR EVENTS!
PHOTO DAY IS THIS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 ... ORDER PIX NOW!
Your team and ballplayer's photos will be taken this weekend by H&R Photography. All teams must be present since the team photos are used in the commemorative sponsor plaques, too. Don't forget to place photo order online by Saturday!
FALL BALL TOURNAMENT IS SET FOR SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16
As covered during your registration process, all divisions will participate in the OYO Fall Ball tournament on October 16. (Tee Ball will play its final games on October 16.) Mark your calendar now and come ready for a fun, memorable tournament day!

STAY CONNECTED WITH OYO!
DOWNLOAD THE OYO MOBILE APP
We want to be sure you and your ballplayer remain in the know of all the info you need all season long to provide an amazing experience at OYO. Last month, LeagueApps released several updates to its free app -- LeagueApps Play -- that are geared towards making it easier for you to view schedules, rosters, chat messages, coach notes and more. If you have the old app, delete it now and then download the new LeagueApps app via:
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. And, do not assume a game is canceled or have your team fail to show up becuase it leaves a willing team without an opponent. So, check the OYO Weatherline by Champion's Edge (317.767.5170) on game days for the latest updates and come play!

GAME DAY EXPERIENCE FOR ALL TEAMS!
TAKE CARE OF YOUR FIELD AFTER EVERY USE!
To mitigate the chances of rainouts, the way each team leaves the fields after games and practices is critical. As we often say, simply leave the field better than you found it! All rec and travel teams must rake the fields around home plate and the bases after each use (practice or game) as well as dispose of all the trash in the dugouts.
YES, OYO HAS BASEBALL BAT RULES
Every season, we receive a wide range of questions about eligible bats in our baseball divisions! These rules are for the safety of all players in our rec league program. If a bat has a barrel larger than 2-1/4 inches, then it must contain the USABat stamp (not the USSSA stamp). And, no bat barrels should ever exceed 2-5/8 inches.

BE A ROLE MODEL FOR OUR KIDS
All our actions can define how our children in our league approach and handle adversity. OYO is a recreational league and an instructional league. Help create an environment that lifts up these resilient young individuals each and every time they take the field. You can make a difference in ensuring our ballplayers have fun always.
TREAT TICKETS ARE ALWAYS A HIT AMONG PLAYERS OF ALL AGES!
Reward your ballplayer's team with post-game treats and make the entire experience more memorable for your players while supporting OYO. Players can redeem their treat ticket at the Concession Stand for an item of their choice! 

PURCHASE YOUR TREAT TICKETS AT THE CONCESSION STAND ON SUNDAY!
GAME DAY REMINDERS FOR ALL!
NEED A RIDE? USE THE AQUA TOTS SEATS AROUND THE PARK
OYO has five benches stationed around the park, take a seat and our Advisors on Duty will be around shortly with a golf cart to assist you with a complementary ride to a field or your car.

WE APPRECIATE AQUA TOTS' SUPPORT!
MAKE ROOM FOR THE AOD CARTS TO PASS THROUGH
As fans search for the perfect seat, particularly under the sheltered paths near Fields 6-9, here's an important reminder to ensure the paths remain clear for the AOD carts to make the rounds.
SAFETY IS NO ACCIDENT! LET YOUR FANS KNOW OYO'S RULES!
LEAVE YOUR VALUABLES AT HOME
Season-long tip: Help us help you! When it comes to keeping your 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. And, keep your valuables out of sight. Utilizing basic safety practices minimizes vehicle break-ins and theft while you enjoy the games. 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.
BE A GOOD NEIGHBOR AT OYO
We look forward to welcoming you and your ballplayer to Veterans Memorial Park, the home of OYO, every week. Please always park within the park and never in surrounding neighborhoods or on private property, where you may be liable for your car being ticketed or towed. We want to be good neighbor to the homes that are adjacent to our fields. Please follow the parking recommendation signage to park where you can ensure the shortest walk to your field and safest location, too.

WE LOVE PETS, JUST NOT AT OYO
With the nice weather of late, we need to remind everyone OYO has a no-pet policy (except for service animals). This applies to practice nights and game days. Share this with your visiting fans!
KNOW WHAT'S PERMITTED AT THE PARK
Beginning with no smoking or vaping, we want each and every family to have a memorable experience all around the park. Please share our rules with any visitors you welcome to the park.

MAXIMIZE YOUR OYO EXPERIENCE!
SIGN UP FOR KROGER REWARDS
Go Krogering and help OYO while you do! Link your KrogerPlus Shopper's Card to OYO, shop and swipe your card at the checkout. It takes only two minutes to link your card to OYO. It's super easy! And, it's super helpful to our program!
BE PART OF THE 2023 OYO BOARD!
Come make a difference! Nominations are being accepted thru September 11 to join an exciting, fun Board of Directors. With a wide range of openings, we can help find a role that best suits your time, talents and resources.