Winter Ball Registration is now open!

 

Grassroots Recreational

All players are welcome to sign up for this fun and engaging option to get your players in action during the winter months! Players will have an opportunity to focus on skills through station drills and test their knowledge of the game. The format will vary by age group, but sessions will be skill-based and mini games.

IMPORTANT: Spots are limited and will fill fast, so register soon!

 

AGE GROUPS:

6U/7U (2019 & 2020) – Jan 9 to March 13 – Practice Fridays 3:45-4:45 PM (MNP Place Field 1)
(1 session a week, 10 total sessions, 10 hours of instruction)

 

8U/9U (2017 & 2018) – Jan 9 to March 13 - Practice Fridays 4:45-5:45 PM (MNP Place Field 1) (1 session a week, 10 total sessions, 10 hours of instruction)

 

11U (2015 & 2016) – Jan 8 to Feb 26 Practice Thursdays 3:45-5:00 PM (MNP Place Field 1)
(1 session a week, 8 sessions, 10 hours of instruction)

 

13U (2013 & 2014) – Jan 10 – March 14 Practice Saturdays 11:45-12:45 PM (MNP Place Field 1)
(1 session a week, 10 sessions, 10 hours of instruction)

 

15U (2011 & 2012) – Jan 24 to March 14 Practice Saturdays 2:00-3:15 PM (MNP Place Field 1)
(1 session a week, 8 sessions, 10 hours of instruction)

Cost $180

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18U AA (2008 – 2010) – Jan 8 to Mar 31 Tuesdays and Thursday evenings (MNP & Yardhouse)

There will be two sessions per week and this program will be a mixture of MNP and YH sessions. This is a new program for COMBA this season, we will need to have a minimum of 15 players to run the program and we’re estimating the cost to be approximately $325.  COMBA will communicate to those that have registered for this program if the program does not have enough interest to finalize next steps.

Cost $325

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https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/507239

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8U - 11U Development & High Performance

 

8U & 9U Advanced Skill Development
Following increased demand and a successful winter program last year we will be offering an advanced skills session for this age group once again.

Winter Ball – January 17 to March 14

·        Saturdays @ MNP 1 from 12:45-2:00pm (9 sessions, 11 hours 30 mins instruction time)

·        (Note Jan 17th session @MNP runs until 2:15pm)

·        And Sundays 10am – 12pm at the Yardhouse on Jan 11th & Feb 8th (2 sessions, 4 hours)

Cost $260

 

10U & 11U High Performance

Players will work on skill development, pitching and hitting in preparation for the Spring tryouts in mid March.

Winter Ball – January 12 to March 2

·        Mondays @ MNP 1 from 3:45-5:15pm (8 sessions, 11hours 30 mins of instruction time)
(Note Monday Feb 16th session @MNP is different from 5:30-6:30pm on MNP field 2)

·        And Sundays 10am – 12pm at the Yardhouse on Feb 1st & March 1st  (2 sessions, 4 hours)

Cost $260

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https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/507239

 

13U AA HP Program

The 13U AA team is a competitive travel team with league play throughout the Interior Region. Travel may include games in Cranbrook, Kamloops or beyond, as well as tournaments both local and on the coast. This team will practice 2-3 times a week and play 2 games on most weekends in the spring and 4 through the summer.

COMBA will be forming one 13U AA competitive team this season. Following the completion of the 13U AAA evaluations, the

 

13U AA program will hold evaluations in mid January to select their final roster and participate in the winter training program as a team:

·        Friday evenings at the Yardhouse 6-8pm ½ lanes from January 16 to March 13

·        Saturday afternoons at MNP from January 24 to March 14.

Cost $50 Evaluation Fee

*For those that make the team, further team fees will apply for winter training.

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https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/507239

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15U AAA, 15U AA, 13U AAA Single Season Tryouts

These teams provide a highly competitive environment for players who are committed to developing their skills and representing COMBA across the province.

Commitment Expectations

Participation on a COMBA single-season team requires a significant commitment from both players and families starting with the respective team winter programs in January.

• Season Attendance: Players are expected to attend at least 90% of all practices and games during the season from early April to mid August which may include Provincials, Westerns or Nationals.

• Weekly Schedule: Teams typically practice 2-3 times a week and play four games on most weekends as well as attend tournaments throughout the season.

• High Performance Environment: Athletes must be prepared to deliver consistent effort, display accountability and exceptional teamwork.

 

Travel Requirements

Single season competition involves regular travel throughout the province. Families should expect:

• Frequent travel within the Interior region, including communities such as Kamloops, Vernon and Penticton.

• 8–10 trips per season to the Lower Mainland (Vancouver & area) and possibly 1-2 trips to Vancouver Island. Their schedules will often require early departures from school and overnight stays.

• Weekend-long series of 4 games or tournaments with substantial time on the road.

• Player fees start at approximately $2,500 & up, with total expenses potentially increasing depending on travel, coaching costs and tournament schedules.

 

Playing Time

Please note these teams are NOT fair play and there is no expectation of playing time throughout the season.

Financial Commitment

Competing at the single season level comes with higher costs to support winter ball facilities, coaching costs, travel and tournament play.

Fundraising Opportunities

To help offset costs, there will be parent-led fundraising initiatives throughout the season. Participation is strongly encouraged to help make the season more affordable.

 

Tryout Timelines
Tryouts begin the week of January 5th for 13UAAA & 15UAAA.
The 15U AA selection will begin on January 17th, following the completion of the 15UAAA team evaluations.

Further dates, times & location, expectations and the details on the process will be shared directly by the coaches following the conclusion of registration to those who have registered.

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https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/507242

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