Select teams are typically comprised of both age groups in the division (i.e., 10U and 11U). Teams play in the York Simcoe Baseball Association, with a regular season schedule of mostly doubleheaders on weekends. If a volunteer coach and enough players are available in a division, Select team selection will be done in the fall, with a winter workout program starting in January.

Program Components

On average, 13-14 players are selected for each team. Registration fees for competitive players are approximately double the cost of house league. Select fees are usually lower than Rep fees because park costs are lower and fewer games are played. An additional fee in the spring can be avoided if a team raises enough through sponsorship and fundraising.

A typical season consists of the following:

• 16-18 regular season games
• 3-5 weekend tournaments (1-2 out of town with a hotel stay)
• Practices (1 per week on average)
• York Simcoe Qualifiers in mid-August
• Baseball Ontario Select Championships on Labour Day weekend for teams that qualify.

Off-season commitments:

• Indoor winter workouts (1 per week on average, January to April)
• Occasional fall workouts, if available
• Parent/player meetings
• Fundraising
• Team building

Required equipment:

• Baseball glove
• Baseball cleats
• Navy batting helmet
• Bat

Optional equipment:

• Catcher's glove and protective gear
• Batting gloves

The league will provide the required uniform: jersey(s), pants and hat. Players also require protective athletic support, a navy belt and navy baseball socks. Many players purchase "slider" shorts and additional pants. Team equipment for 13U & below will include catcher's gear, although many players prefer to use their own.

Additional questions about Select baseball in Barrie can be directed to the VP of Elite, Rep & Select.