BASEBALL Registration Opening February 1, 2025
BASEBALL Registration Opening February 1, 2025
Baseball
Champlain teams are coordinated through Baseball Manitoba’s RAMP program.
Players must register with RAMP
Registration is now open Feb 1, 2025 and will close on March 28, 2025. Bonivital has streamlined our registration process this year and all registrations will now be completed using Ramp, see link below. This simplifies the process for registration for both you and our volunteers as it allows us to communicate, manage and administrate all aspects Bonivital Baseball players and coaches in one place. That being said please ensure that all contact information is up to date, including phone and emails for all Parents, Guardians, and Emergency Contacts to ensure you receive any updates leading up to the start of the season.
Register at http://bonivitalblacksox.rampregistrations.com/
Rally Cap – Players born in 2018, 2019, and 2020
Grand Slam – Players born in 2016 and 2017
11U – Players born in 2014 and 2015
13U – Players born in 2012 and 2013
15U – Players born in 2010 and 2011
18U – Players born in 2007, 2008, and 2009
Note that our Rally Cap, Grand Slam, and A level teams will still be formed based on the Community Center boundaries, but occasionally players may be moved to teams in neighbouring areas based on registration numbers and team sizes. We will make every effort to accommodate friend requests and take into account the schools attended by players, but it may not be possible to fulfill all requests.
In order to organize teams, schedule games and practices, and provide equipment and jerseys in a timely manner please note that late registrations may not be accepted and will only be considered if there is space available on a team. Late registrations are subject to a $50 late fee after April 4, 2025.
To all prospective coaches, we extend our gratitude for your ongoing dedication to coaching baseball. Your commitment is invaluable to our program. If you are contemplating coaching this season, we kindly ask you to review the necessary requirements outlined by Baseball Manitoba, including Respect in Sport. Please keep an eye out for upcoming coaching clinics, which will be announced on the following website: https://www.baseballmanitoba.ca/content/coach-training-and-certification. Your participation in these clinics will help ensure that you are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead our players effectively. Thank you for considering this important role in our baseball community, and please add to your players registration if you are interested in coaching this year.
For more info, visit https://bonivitalbaseball.ca/ or contact programs@champlaincc.ca.
Note: Champlain is part of the Bonivital Baseball Association and teams are made up of players throughout the Bonivital catchment. 11U (Mosquito) and younger players you can make a friend request. All players will be required to supply their own glove, batting helmet and shoes/cleats.
The season starts first week of May (weather permitting) and ends June 30. (AAA Teams are an exception)
Annual Champlain Community Jamboree TBD
Annual Bonivital Baseball jamboree will be June TBD
Programs and Age Groups
Rally Cap (7 years old and younger)
Registration fee: $135
Rally Cap – Players born in 2017, 2018, and 2019
The Rally Cap Program is baseballs initiation program and is designed to enhance players’ and coaches’ first experience with the game for players 4-7 years old. The format involves three teams of six players that meet at the park at the same time. Two teams play a 20 minute game, while one team practices in the outfield. Every 20 minutes they switch, so that each team plays offense and defense and has one practice in the 60 minutes session.
Games are scheduled Tuesday & Thursday OR Monday & Wednesday.
9U Grand Slam (9 years old and younger)
Registration fee: $170
Grand Slam – Players born in 2015 and 2016
The Grand Slam Program is designed to promote physical development of children through the game of baseball. There are no hard and fast rules for Grand Slam. Baseball Canada has put forth guidelines; teams of 6, all players in the infield, all players bat each inning, no walks or strikeouts, etc. Typical game days could include a 15-30 minute practice and then a game with another team afterward. 60-90 minutes total.
Games are scheduled Tuesday & Thursday OR Monday & Wednesday
11U Mosquito
Registration fee: $270
11U – Players born in 2013 and 2014; girls playing at this age group can be born in 2012. 11U has two competitive levels: AA & A. All players attend tryouts to determine the level of play.
Practices are determined/scheduled by the individual team coaches. Games are scheduled as follows:
11U A – MON/WED (occasional Sunday games)
11U AA – TUE/THU (occasional Sunday games)
Playoffs are at the end of the regular season. City playoffs are held the beginning of July. For teams that qualify, Provincial Championships are usually held by the 3rd week of July.
13U Pee Wee
Registration fee: $290
Pee Wee 13U is for players born in 2010 & 2011; girls playing at this age group can be born in 2012. 13U has three competitive levels: AAA – high level of performance and coaching, AA – Competitive baseball, playing in a city wide league, A – Development house league baseball where no tryouts are required.
Practices are determined/scheduled by the individual team coaches. Games are scheduled as follows:
13U A – TUE/THU/SUN
13U AA – MON/WED/SUN
Playoffs are at the end of the regular season. City playoffs are held the beginning of July. For teams that qualify, Provincial Championships are usually held by the 3rd week of July.
15U Bantam
Registration fee: $295
15U – Players born in 2009 and 2010; girls playing at this age group can be born in 2008. 15U has three competitive levels: AAA – high level of performance and coaching, AA – Competitive baseball, playing in a city wide league, A – Development house league baseball where no tryouts are required.
Practices are determined/scheduled by the individual team coaches. Games are scheduled as follows:
15U A – TUE/THU/SUN
15U AA – MON/WED/SUN
Playoffs are at the end of the regular season. City playoffs are held the beginning of July. For teams that qualify, Provincial Championships are usually held by the 3rd week of July.
18U Midget
Registration fee: $585
18U – Players born in 2006, 2007, and 2008; girls playing at this age group can be born in 2005. 18U has three competitive levels: AAA – high level of performance and coaching, AA – Competitive baseball, playing in a city wide league, A – Development house league baseball where no tryouts are required.
Practices are determined/scheduled by the individual team coaches. Games are scheduled as follows:
18U A – TUE/THU/SUN
18U AA – MON/WED/SUN
Playoffs are at the end of the regular season. City playoffs are held the beginning of July. For teams that qualify, Provincial Championships are usually held by the 3rd week of July.
Tryouts
All 11U-18U players registered in Bonivital are invited to attend District Tryouts for AA and AAA teams at the University of Winnipeg.
Fair Play
The Champlain Baseball Program focuses on principles of Fair Play. We will do our best to see that:
- All children are given the same chance to participate, regardless of gender, ability, ethnic background or race;
- Winning is kept in proper perspective;
- Coaches and officials are capable of promoting fair play as well as the development of good technical skills.
Refund Policy
Please see RAMP site for refund details