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ACTION: Join the CBA Board Today

By Greg Riggs 11/11/2024, 4:45pm CST

3 Open Board Positions: Travel Director, Travel Associate, Concessions Director

Our #1 priority for November is to fill these positions so we can attack critical planning months with full steam. Please consider helping grow and optimize Chaska youth baseball.

Contact president@playballhawks.com if interested in joining the board in one of these roles:

Travel Director

  • Responsible for the overarching CBA travel program and development of 9U - 14U players.
  • Conducts annual tryouts and is responsible for player selection and communication with coaches and player parents alike.
  • Evaluates coaching applications to determine which coaches are best suited to coach each level.
  • Collaborates with The Shed and the Chaska High School coaching staff to create player development opportunities and programs. 
  • Oversees contract and implementation of hired/paid in-house development employees.
  • Maintains current on all Minnesota Baseball League/Tournaments (MBL/MBT) regulations and policies and introduces to CBA Board of Directors to be properly incorporated.
  • Assimilates data from CBA parent surveys and provides professional and timely feedback to coaching staff. Incorporates feedback into program the following season.
  • Utilizes existing and identifies new resources to lead coach development training. 
  • Works closely with travel coaches to support needs, challenges, and sometimes difficult conversations with parents.

Travel Associate

  • Responsible for organizing all aspects of the Chaska Baseball Association (CBA) travel program, performing all administrative functions necessary to support the CBA Travel Director. 
  • Manages registration for travel tryouts and is responsible for administrative activities necessary to conduct tryouts. 
  • Assists the Travel Director and President, serving as the liaison between the Minnesota Baseball League/Tournaments (MBL/MBT) and the CBA.
  • Ensures we are following MBT policies such as checking birth records and eligibility of players.
  • Ensures we are following MBT Safe Sport certifications for coaches.
  • Schedules off-season training and coordinates with CBA Youth and Community Directors.
  • Maintains directory of CBA policies. 
  • Communicates logistics and tactical updates with travel coaches on a regular basis to ensure information flows from coaches to parents.
  • Coordinates uniform needs with the CBA Apparel Director.

Concessions Director 

  • Maintains the operation of concession facilities 
  • organizes the purchase of concession products
  • Maintains club membership
  • Access to bank card for concession stand purchases with expectations that receipts be turned into treasurer within 48-72 hours
  • responsible for the management of the concession sales
  • schedules volunteers to work the concession booth during league and tournaments
  • collects and reviews concession related offers including coupons, discounts, and bulk-purchasing opportunities 
  • organizes, inventories, and keeps records of concession sales and purchases

ACTION: The Apparel Holiday Store is open through Nov. 19th

By CBA Apparel Director 11/11/2024, 4:30pm CST

SHOP NOW!

The Chaska Baseball Association Apparel Store is LIVE and ready for holiday shopping. The DEADLINE FOR ORDERING is November 19th, so act quickly.

SAVE THE DATE: 9U-12U Travel Team Jersey Try-ons Dec. 19

By CBA Apparel Director 11/11/2024, 4:15pm CST

On December 19th, the 9U – 12U travel players are invited to Chaska Middle School East (CMSE) from 6:00 – 9:00pm to try-on uniforms for the 2025 season.

SAVE THE DATE: 2025 Travel Tryouts

By CBA Travel Director 11/11/2024, 4:00pm CST

Plan ahead for 2025!

In an effort to enable players and parents to plan ahead as much as possible, we are excited to share the 2025 travel tryout dates:

13U-14U travel tryout dates TBD

 It has been brought to the CBA’s attention that 75%+ of these players have basketball tournaments during the previously communicated dates of 2/1 and 2/8. Stay tuned for an updated tryout schedule.

9-12U Travel Tryouts August 16 & 17, 2025  

On a related note, it has been brought to our attention that some families want a 14A team in 2025. The CBA wants kids to play baseball, so if the numbers support it, we will have a team.

INFORM: Dome Time to Start in January

By CBA Travel Director 11/11/2024, 3:45pm CST

Starting in January, baseball training will be available in the Chaska Dome: 

  • PLAYER TRAINING: Instructor-led sessions and dedicated team time has been set. All teams should be on the lookout for their schedule to be loaded in Sports Engine.

  • COACH/PARENT TRAINING: More Information to come, but both classroom and dome sessions for Coaches (required) and Parents who want to participate with Chaska High School coaching staff will be announced soon. Training will likely take place end of January into early February.

SAVE THE DATE: Youth Baseball Expo Mar. 15

By CBA Youth & Community Directors 11/11/2024, 3:30pm CST

Youth players are the backbone of our program!

This event includes player evaluations, uniform sizing, and collection of your volunteer deposit. Watch for communications and registration info in early 2025. Youth players are the backbone of our program. Tell your friends and help us build participation in 2025!

SAVE THE DATE: Chaska Classic June 13-15

By CBA Tournament Director 11/11/2024, 3:15pm CST

The CBA will host the Chaska Classic in June instead of May 2025. 9U - 11U players are the stars of the Classic, while families of 12U players are responsible for hosting the event. There will be plenty of opportunities for everyone else to get your DIBS volunteer hours in. For more details on past Classics, check out our web page.

There are a lot of amazing opportunities with camps, training and continued ball games! Here are a few fantastic resources:

JOIN US: Chaska Santa Burger Night Oct. 16

By Tate Brandt 10/10/2024, 8:30am CDT

Visit Santa at the VFW!

VFW Burger Night next Wednesday is going to be Chaska Santa Burger Night. If you are free, come help Santa get a jump start on 2024 cash! Hopefully they can get some Reindeer Burgers...

REMINDER: Register for 9/20 CBA Golf Tourney by 9/13!!

By Danielle Halbert 09/12/2024, 6:00am CDT

GREAT PRIZES from Toro, Oak 19, Willy McCoy's, Cambria, and more!

REGISTER HERE

Registration is open for our Annual Chaska Baseball Association Golf Scramble. This year’s golf tournament will be held at Dalhgreen Golf Club on Friday, September 20th, 2024. 

11:00 AM - Registration & Lunch

12:30 PM - Shotgun Start

The tournament will be full of friendly competition and fun, where teams of four will compete in a scramble format. This ensures that players of all skill levels can participate and enjoy the day. In addition to golf, we have a complimentary lunch, onsite games and activities, and prizes!

All proceeds from this event will directly benefit our association and the community we serve. If you are able, we are looking for sponsors for the event. Your support as a sponsor or donor will play a crucial role in our efforts to continue providing valuable opportunities and resources to our community of baseball players. 

For more information on the golf tournament or sponsorship opportunities, please contact CBA’s Fundraising Director, Danielle Halbert, at fundraising@playballhawks.com. We welcome any questions you may have and are eager to discuss how your contribution can make a significant impact!

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