THIS YEARS AGM WILL BE HELD VIA ZOOM.
ALL MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND.
2023 SEASON REGISTRANTS ARE ENTITLED TO 1 VOTE
PER FAMILY. MUST BE 19 OR OLDER TO VOTE.
THERE ARE A NUMBER OF VACANT POSITIONS OPEN TO INTERESTED INDIVIDUALS:
UNIFORM DIRECTOR, PEE WEE DIRECTOR, T BALL DIRECTOR
Did you know?
The Coyotes have been running summer camps for 10+ years now. Our high performance camp allows players to “be a Coyote” for a week. The HP camp would provide very similar information and development activities that college programs across North America participate in. Also it’s a great chance to interact with a college coaching staff and players.
Who are these Instructors?
Geoff White, Head Coach at Okanagan College and current San Diego Padres scout has been at the helm of the Coyotes program for 16 years. A local product that played college baseball at the University of Jamestown and then went on to player independent pro baseball. Coach White has been on the coaching staffs for Toronto Blue Jays Futures program 3x, which is the top tournament hosted at the Rogers Center in Toronto each fall. Also a member of multiple provincial programs, and head coach of the Kelowna Falcons twice, 2005 and 2013.
Evan Bailey, Head Coach of the Okanagan Athletics, Rutland Senior Secondary Academy and Vernon Baseball Academy. Coach Bailey was a standout high school player that landed him on the Junior National Team and drafted by the LA Angels. He then pursued baseball south of the border at El Pass Community College before transferring to PAC-12 University of Utah. Has been a coach at Toronto Blue Jays Futures program multiple times, has had multiple players drafted into the MLB with on making his Major League debut in 2022, Jared Young of the Chicago Cubs.
Jared Johnson, Player Development Coordinator and Pitching Coach for the Okanagan College Coyotes and Okanagan Athletics leads the charge. A former 2 x Miami Marlins Draft pick, Team Canada alum, former pitching coach of the Kelowna Falcons is a tremendous resource for players in the Okanagan Valley.
Jaden Parsons, recent graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma. Jaden was a standout college middle infielder that started his college career at Cloud County Community College in Kansas before transferring to UCO. Coach Parsons was a standout players in each year he played from high school to college completion, name to All conference teams and all region teams.
Summer camps are a great way to learn new skills, have fun playing games, and enjoying baseball.
Follow the link below for more specific information, costs and registration details for camps.
All camps are held at Elks Stadium in Kelowna, BC.
2023 Schedule Schedule:
July 10-13- High Performance Camp (Mosquito, Peewee Age – for more advanced players dedicated to develop)
July 17-19- Development Camp (8years old to 12 years old – introductory camp for players of all level)
July 24-27- Main Summer Camp (8 to 14yrs old – for players of all levels)
All camps run from 8:30am-2:30pm
If you or anyone you know may be interested in making a difference in our community, please contact Michael Sanfilippo at president@vernonbaseball.com. Click here for more information on the position. You will be fully supported in your role by our board of directors. We have a passionate team who fully supports our umpires of all ages.
Vernon Baseball typically will also select Summer Ball Head Coaches for 15U A, 13U A, 11U AAA & A (10 year old players only) and 9U using the same application process & timeline. Head Coaches for these teams will be expected to begin organizing and holding development practices by early April 2023. These head coaches will also be strongly encouraged to help organize and run a winter training & development program, utilizing the indoor facility at Marshall, in coordination with the Division Director that starts well before the Vernon spring season.
Vernon Baseball is committed to ensure that coaches have the support needed to develop strong programs. This will allow them to be competitive, continue to develop the kids and have a realistic chance of winning games with the goal of being Provincial Champions. Their teams will generally have to play in Tournaments over the course of spring & summer and have the opportunity to make trips to the coast for tournaments as well. The BLE, VOC and Coastal tournaments draw better competition and are just an example of the tournaments that are available. Open tournaments across the province can be found athttps://www.bcminorbaseball.org/page/show/4575151-tournamentsWe here in Vernon are also interested in hosting top talent tournaments and would love to work on idea to hosting tournament or even provincials again in 2023. Many of these tournaments need to be registered & paid for in Feb/March, so coaches need to have a plan early in the new year. They are great team building events for players and parents and are supported by Vernon Baseball. If you have any questions please reach out to the division directors or myself for more information. The head coach application link is here
http://www.vernonbaseball.com/coach-application-form.html
Regards,
Michael Sanfilippo
VBA President
Vernon Baseball is now accepting Head Coach applications for 18U AAA/AA, 15U AA & 13U AAA/AA teams for the 2023 season. Applications must be submitted by November 15th and final selections will be determined by November 25th, 2021. For all divisions, AA & AAA head coaches will be expected to run a single combined season, that includes spring & summer play. Head Coaches will also be required to help organize and run a winter training & development program, utilizing the indoor facility at Marshall, in coordination with the Division Director that should begin around Mid-January.
Vernon Baseball typically will also select Summer Ball Head Coaches for 15U A, 13U A, 11U AAA & A (10 year old players only) and 9U using the same application process & timeline. Head Coaches for these teams will be expected to begin organizing and holding development practices by early April 2023. These head coaches will also be strongly encouraged to help organize and run a winter training & development program, utilizing the indoor facility at Marshall, in coordination with the Division Director that starts well before the Vernon spring season.
Vernon Baseball is committed to ensure that coaches have the support needed to develop strong programs. This will allow them to be competitive, continue to develop the kids and have a realistic chance of winning games with the goal of being Provincial Champions. Their teams will generally have to play in Tournaments over the course of spring & summer and have the opportunity to make trips to the coast for tournaments as well. The BLE, VOC and Coastal tournaments draw better competition and are just an example of the tournaments that are available. Open tournaments across the province can be found at https://www.bcminorbaseball.org/page/show/4575151-tournaments We here in Vernon are also interested in hosting top talent tournaments and would love to work on idea to hosting tournament or even provincials again in 2023. Many of these tournaments need to be registered & paid for in Feb/March, so coaches need to have a plan early in the new year. They are great team building events for players and parents and are supported by Vernon Baseball.
If you have any questions please reach out to the division directors or myself for more information.
The head coach application link is here
http://www.vernonbaseball.com/coach-application-form.html
Regards,
Michael Sanfilippo
VBA President
Each year Baseball BC puts on an outstanding coaching clinic, the typical issue is that it
requires travel, overnight stays, and a lot of time. For years any coaches that have gone to the event have always come back saying it was worth the time and energy. Once again, this year due to COVID, the entire coaches clinic will be done virtually-online. 3 days, 23 speakers and a wide range of topics from T-ball to the pros.
The clinic runs March 4-6
Click Here to view the Schedule
The clinic also provides opportunities to complete some of the NCCP coaches training sessions for credits that are required for coaches as they move up in divisions or with coaching summer ball.
If you are interested in honing your coaching skills, or if you have any questions, please reach out.
Vernon Baseball covers the cost for our coaches to attend. Contact your Division Director or myself via email at president@vernonbaseball.com to receive the payment code.
Looking forward to seeing everyone on the fields.
Michael Sanfilippo
President VBA
REGISTER NOW FOR THE FOLLOWING DIVISIONS
7U T-Ball (born 2015-2016)
9U Tadpole (born 2013-2014)
11U Mosquito (born 2011-2012)
13U Pee Wee A (born 2009-2010)
15U Bantam A (born 2007-2008)
18U Midget AA (born 2004-2006)
Registrations will be accepted until divisions are full or until March 15th at which time all additional registrations will be placed on a wait list and only accepted as space is available.