Thoughts and stories from the OYO Board.

The OYO Tournament: Where Memories Form, Life Lessons Happen

10/13/11 — By: Michael DeSanto
(Adapted from June 2, 2011 blog post in ‘The O’.) The old cliché is, “Time flies when you’re...

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2012 Board of Directors Announced

9/20/11 — By: Michael DeSanto
On Tuesday, September 13, the OYO Board elected the 2012 Board of Directors.  Thank you to all of...

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What’s in your hitting routine?

8/23/11 — By: Michael DeSanto
Hitting is an art, not a science.  And in the unlikeliest of sources, we are presented with another...

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Register Now for More Chances to Win Partial Registration Rebate

1/24/12 — By: Michael DeSanto, OYO President

Calling OYO families to register your ballplayers early — and increase your odds at winning a chance to save.  Once you register your ballplayer, he/she is automatically entered into a weekly drawing for a half-price registration rebate.  All players registered to date as of 11:59 p.m. each Sunday will be entered into a blind drawing on Monday…

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Be a Coach! Sign Up Today…

1/24/12 — By: Greg Champion, OYO Executive Vice President

Being a head coach at OYO is one of the most rewarding and memorable volunteer opportunities we offer!  As a result, we are seeking coaches for all teams from tee ball thru Babe Ruth and 14U softball.  Regardless of past coaching assignments at OYO, if you’re interested in coaching in 2012, please download and complete…

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Ten Sponsorship Packages in 2012 – Which One Is Right for Your Company?

1/24/12 — By: Dana Bowser, OYO Sponsorship Co-Chair

900 players.  83 spring teams.  48 fall teams.  12 fields.   6 structures.  And 10 sponsorship packages offering different marketing opportunities.  At OYO, the acerage cost for a player to participate in our program is $146.  Yet, not a single early registration fee is set higher than $130.  And this is possible thanks to the tremendous support OYO receives…

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Save-the-Date: Required Umpire Training Sessions

1/24/12 — By: Michael DeSanto, OYO President

The 2012 Umpire Committee has begun making plans for the 2012 seasons.  Any individual age 11 (as of April 30, 2012) and older is encouraged to participate in our umpire training program for a chance to make the call on the field this year. Below are a few important dates to mark on your calendars.  Check the…

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Player and Coach Development: A Point of Emphasis in 2012

1/24/12 — By: Monica Riley, Safety Chairperson

Can you believe spring is just around the corner?  It will be here before we know it.  OYO just wants you know that we’re working hard this off season to develop a strong player and coach development program within our league.  Keep your eye out for future information coming your way via TWIO about extra…

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Don’t Delay – Register Today!

1/17/12 — By: Michael DeSanto, OYO President

In case you missed last week’s big announcement, OYO has opened registration for the 2012 Spring Season.  What’s more, the registration process has changed.  Below are some of the differences you will see as you complete your registration.  Register your ballplayer(s) today! New league management system – League Toolbox Family registration process requiring a login name and…

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Sponsors Needed – A Win-Win Strategy

1/17/12 — By: Donetta Gee-Weiler, OYO Sponsorship Co-Chair

The annual support of our local business community contributes significantly to the overall experience OYO can provide our young baseball and softball players.  Without the generosity of local businesses, per player registration fees would climb  by nearly $35 more per player. In 2012, we anticipate more than 80 spring ball teams and nearly 50 fall ball teams.  We welcome companies interested…

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You Make the Call! 2012 Umpire Program

1/17/12 — By: Kevin Jobe, Umpires Training Chairperson

The 2012 Umpire Committee has begun making plans for the 2012 seasons.  Any individual age 11 (as of April 30, 2012) and older is encouraged to participate in our umpire training program for a chance to make the call on the field this year. Applicants are required to complete an umpire application, pass the exam, and attend…

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2012 Spring Registration Now Open

1/12/12 — By: Michael DeSanto, OYO President

Registration for our 2012 Spring season is now open.  Complete your ballplayer’s registration today.  What’s Different in 2012? Returning families may notice a different online registration process.  In the offseason, OYO formed a new alliance with League Toolbox.  As communicated in TWIO post earlier this week, we made this change to: provide easier registration process for all…

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Spring Registration Opening Soon

1/9/12 — By: Michael DeSanto, OYO President

We’re days away from opening registration for our 2012 Spring season.  We’ve had visitors and inquiries lately about our registration process.  In short, we’re making many changes to our registration process — ones that will make registering your ballplayers at OYO more convenient, secure and efficient for years to come.  In the offseason, we formed…

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