BLAZE POLICY:
- ZERO TOLERANCE FOR DRUGS AND ALCOHOL
- ZERO TOLERANCE for DISRESPECT shown to any of the following:
- Coaches
- fellow teammates
- opposing teammates
- spectators
- Umpires (Blaze players shall not question any umpire calls and at all times will be polite. Leave any questions to the coaches.)
Failure to adhere to the above may result in suspension or removal from the roster.
HOTEL AND ROAD TRIP CONDUCT:
- You are not only representing the Blaze, the sport of baseball. the Province and Country but more importantly yourself.
- Parents will be responsible for their players on ALL road trips/events/etc
PARENTS:
- Parents are not allowed in the dugouts or field prior, during, or after the game unless invited by a coach.
- One of the main jobs of the team is to prepare players for the grueling life of college or pro ball.
- Players must prepare all lunches, water, etc themselves. Parents handing water bottles to players do their son a disservice and it is not allowed. Parents will not be there in college.
- We have a ZERO TOLERANCE for parents discussing playing time. Coaches have no agenda and will not discuss this. We will happily speak about development, college, or future opportunities but this is done only when previously arranged and through email. This pertains to any/all discussions with coaches about players.
- Treat everyone with respect. Hazing newcomers or bullying will not be tolerated.
- Cheer in a positive manner for all competitors. Respect the decisions of on-field officials.
- Do not interfere with the play or competition.
- Be courteous and respectful to other spectators, all competitors, coaches, event organizers, and officials
- Exercise self-control at all times.
- Respect the rules and regulations of the facility.
- Refrain from disrespectful conduct of any sort, including profanity, obscene gestures, offensive remarks, taunting or other actions that demean any individual. There is “zero tolerance” on these points.
- Talking down coaches, Blaze or opposing players will not be tolerated.
- Zero tolerance exists on the consumption of alcoholic beverages or smoking near the field.
WARNINGS & EJECTIONS:
- Any parent or spectator engaged in profane, rude, or threatening speech, gestures or actions are subject to ejection from the park by the umpires or a member of the Board of Directors of the Premier Baseball Association.
- Umpires have been given the authority by the Premier Baseball Association to determine whether a game continues; the game may be suspended or forfeited until or terminated unless the violator ceases his or her conduct or leaves the park following their ejection.
UNIFORMS:
- Players shall ensure they have both jerseys and all required uniforms/equipment at all games. (Forgetting your uniform in college is a sure way to being on the bench)
- Players should endeavor to launder uniforms prior to games whenever possible.
PRACTICES:
- Players that are late or absent for practices may be suspended.
- If you have a problem, you must email or text the head coach prior to the practice. Players should email or text, NOT PARENTS
- All players are expected at all events. If you are injured, show support to your teammates whenever possible!
INSURANCE:
- Make sure you have your own travel insurance that covers you for any medical expenses while travelling abroad.
- The Province of BC will not continue to cover Covid insurance as per the last two years.
PLAYER FEES:
Payment are to be made to langleyblaze@yahoo.com. Once a payment has been made, please inform the Asst GM that the payment has been completed. All season fees, unless prior arrangements have been made, must be completed by January 15. Players that are released by the Blaze organization will be given a full refund on any season fees. Players that decide to leave the program on their own accord, or are suspended, are not eligible to receive a refund of fees. Season fees included games, practices and tournaments. Player travel is at the player's expense. Players will receive a hat, hoodie and t-shirt as part of their player season fee.
Questions on the above policy can be directed to langleyblaze@yahoo.com