Irving Boys Baseball Association: My Site News
Looking for League Directors
The IBBA is currently looking for several people to be active in the league and help shape the future. If you are interested in being a volunteer on the IBBA board and and have ideas on how to shape the future of our league, you are welcome to talk to a director or send us an email and get with you directly.
Monday, October 19
2010 Rulebook
Coaches we are currently going through some clean-up and clarifications on items in the rulebook for the coming year. If you have any items that are unclear or a change you would like to be discussed please amil the item to the league email address. Your input is appreciated.
Final input deadline is OCTOBER 31 ! ! !
Monday, August 24
FALL BALL NEWS *** UPDATE***
We will NOT be having a Fall Ball session this year. After multiple attempts of getting internal and external teams involved in the program there was just not enought interest at this time. Although we are not ruling out a tournament later this fall we ar formally cancelling the schedule. For the few individual players that registered all money will be refunded and mailed to you address on the registration form. Please stay tuned for more information on the upcoming Spring Season.
Friday, June 19
2009 IBBA CLOSING CEREMONY
With the regular season over and the playoffs winding down please plan to attend the 2009 Closing Ceremony to be held June 20th @4:00 pm. The activity will be held on the PONY field, Field 7.
All division teams are to be present and should wear their team jersey.
Tuesday, June 2
LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL CAMPS
The local high school baseball programs will be hosting baseball camps in the upcoming weeks as follows. This is a good opportunity for our young players to participate in a structured baseball learning environment.
Date School Contact Number Cost
June 15 - 18 MacArthur Coach Rose srose@irvingisd.net 972-261-2876 $60
June 8 - 11 Irving/Nimitz Coach Malone jmalone@irvingisd.net 469-955-6678 $60
Thursday, May 21
2009 Election Results
May 21st elections were held at the Bronco pavillion for President and Treasurer with 66 persons casting votes. The results of the election have Bill Anderson voted in as President and Michelle Walton voted in as Treasurer. Thanks to all participants in the election for these league officials. They will take office September 1st according to the IBBA by-laws.
Wednesday, May 13
Election Update!!
We will be moving the election from the May 16th to the 21st due to logistical issues. We have received two candidates with interest for the office of President, Bill Anderson and Bill Elmore, and one candidate for Treasurer Michelle Walton.
The candidates will be presented to the managers and coaches on May 20th at 8:30 at the BRONCO pavillion followed by election at the Park on the evening of May 21st from 6:00 to 8:00PM also at the Bronco pavillion. As a reminder, the following are elegible to vote:
Managers, Coaches, and 1 Parent per team. This parent MUST be communicated by the MANAGER to the league prior to election day or the parent vote will NOT be accepted.Managers please provide the Team Name, League, and Parent name directly to Eric Stern, Debbie Debrick, or Alan Lewis in written or email form.
Please bring a formal identification to the voting table. (Drivers License) The people manning the voting table will have a pre-printed list for valid voters to follow. Thanks for following the process to make this a smooth and successful event.
Alan Lewis
Thursday, April 23
League President and Treasurer Offices up for Election
IBBA Elections for League President and Treasurer will be on May 16th at the ball park. Letters for nominations are due by May 1st and can be turned into Debbie Debrick, Eric Stern or Alan Lewis. They can be contacted by going here. Letters should state position you interested in and a short statement in why you are interested in league participation. We look forward to your interest.
"Involvement is the easiest way to make change"
Monday, May 11
FINAL FUNDRAISER DUE DATE - MAY 13th
All outstanding fundraiser money is due May 13th at the Police Building on Myers Rd across from Taco Bell. Drop off time will be 7-9. NO CANDY WILL BE ACCEPTED!!!
Thursday, April 23
League Schedules, Scores, and Standings
Monday, April 6
2009 Rule Book is Posted in the Handouts Section to the left!
Wednesday, March 4
2009 TEAM Roster Form
The 2009 Team Roster form has been added to the HANDOUT section on the left! It must be completed and returned to the league to document Coaches and Players. Anyone not listed will not be recognized as team members.
Wednesday, March 4
Player Tryouts to be Held Saturday March 7th
Player tryouts are to be held Saturday March 7th on Field 2. The following schedule will be followed. Please be prompt to allow for preparation and warm ups if necessary. There will be Fielding, Throwing, and Hitting during the event so please be prepared with a glove. A pitching machine will be used for the hitting portion of the event.
PONY 11:00 am
BRONCO 12:30 pm
MUSTANG 2:00 pm
PINTO 3:00 pm
Wednesday, March 4
Coaches Meeting March 9th @ Garden and Arts Bldg. Check the Calendar !
Wednesday, February 18
ATTENTION ALL COACHES
* Coaches ~ Please make sure that you or your players attend one of the February 2009 registrations to sign up & pay their reg fee. If you are a coach that has an existing team or a new team that you are bringing in to the IBBA League please attend one of the February 2009 registrations to sign up your entire team. We have the forms and all info needed at the registration sessions.
Thank you!
Wednesday, February 18
NEW Registration Dates & Location Changes on Calendar! Check It Out ! !
Friday, February 6
IBBA Loses a Member
Wednesday Irving Boys Baseball lost a dedicated member of the league and community. Johnny Torres passed away unexpetedly and will be missed greatly by not only the league and community but especially his family. There will be a Benefit Dinner Friday Feb. 6th 6 - 8 PM at the Knights of Columbus on Rock Island. Viewing has been arranged at Donnellys Saturday Feb 7th 6 - 8 PM and the services will held Tuesday Feb 10th at Donnellys Funeral Home at 11:00 am. Please keep the Torres family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Wednesday, February 18
Spring 2009 Season
Opening Day Ceremonies Saturday March 28, 2009.
Pre-Season Tournament March 28th - April 1st 2009.
1st Day of league play April 6th 2009.
Opening Day will be here before you know it!!
Coaches- Please check calendar for additional meetings before Opening Day, these will be listed on the CALENDAR so check in often.
Monday, January 12
Umpires ! !
If you are interested in umpiring for the 2009 season please contact Tony Huckaba at 972-898-9827 for more information or call the umpire HOTLINE at 817-608-7377.
