2019 Hampton Summer Kickball League Welcome Packet

Welcome to the Spring 2019 CLUBWAKA VA Patriot Kickball League! We have an awesome season planned with lots of cool stuff and fun. We want to take some time to cover some important information prior to kicking off week 1!

Community Coordinators
First, allow us to introduce your leadership team. To ensure that VA Patriot has the best possible experience this season, Curtis Blauch will be serving the league all season as Community Coordinator. If you have any questions, feedback, or need anything at all, please don’t hesitate to reach out. You can reach Curtis at cblauch@kickball.com

SUMMER 2019 SCHEDULE
The schedule has been released and can be located through the Schedule

NOTES:

·      All games and the Bowl games will be played at Briar field park (1560 Briarfield Rd, Hampton)

·      The End of Season Tournament is scheduled for August 14^th at Briar field park (1560 Briarfield Rd, Hampton)

·      Regular season games are scheduled for 6:30, 7:30, and a few 8:30 (if needed)

·      TIME LIMITS: Each game will be scheduled for 7 innings or no new inning after the 50 minute mark. When reffing, be mindful of the time. No new innings should start after the 20-minute mark of the hour (ex. For a 6:30 game, the 5^th inning should not start after 7:20 PM). Any inning that was started prior to the 20 after mark should be completed in its entirety if it rolls past 20 after, unless the home team has a lead.

o   With 11 teams in the league it’s important to respect each other’s time. Some recommendations include arriving early to ensure you’re ready to begin at the scheduled time. Avoid excessive warming up in between innings. Hustle on and off the field. Always ensure you have a back stopper behind the catcher to retrieve passed balls.

o   Grace period for the 6:30 game is 15 min. and all other games there is only a 5 min. grace period.

·      If there is inclement weather and we need to cancel games, the announcement will be communicated through e-mail, Facebook, and Twitter as soon as a decision is made. If you have not received notice that we are postponed, assume that we are playing!

 

  

Briarfield Park

·       We will be using the front two baseball fields. 

-This is a public park so alcohol is prohibited; if you bring it we ask that you have it in a coozie or cup.  No open bottles.  Also, TAKE YOUR TRASH WITH YOU! Do not leave it in the trashcans.

-Please try to park in the designated parking spots.  Parking is limited so we ask that you try and get there early.  NOONE should park in the grass.

-Pets are allowed just please clean up after them, Also please have them on a leash.

- Smoking/Vaping is permitted on the fields. Please be respectful and if you choose to smoke or vape, do so away from others that may not choose this.

- Please take ALL TRASH with you.  

-The image of the fields and labeled where they will be.

After the games… Guy Fieri's Pizza Parlor!

You and your teammates are encouraged to swing by our postgame clubhouse, Guy Fieri's Pizza Parlor (1976 Power Plant Pkwy Suite B) to mingle, enjoy great specials, play games, dance, and more!

·      All season long, CLUBWAKA players enjoy specials $

o   $1 slices of Pizza

o   $5 crushes and long islands

o   $3 beer

o   $10 pitchers

o   Free arcade games

o   Free pool,

o   DJ!

·      Be a part of the #WAKAWednesday tradition; The After Midnight Photo!

·      As always, CLUBWAKA encourages all players to drink responsibly and have a safe ride home!

Bar/ Field Challenges!

·      Every week we will have Field and Bar challenges for you and your teammates to compete in.

·      You can also earn points by helping with field clean up, showing ref love, and Making it to the AMP.

·      Curtis is looking for members that want to help with ideas and running the challenges, if interested let him know.

RULES & REFFING

All CLUBWAKA league games are officiated by fellow players. Let’s take a quick moment to go over some helpful tips that will help you not just as a player, but also as a referee.

-       Be familiar with the rules: The Official Rules of Kickball can be found here. There is also a very helpful FAQ that can be found online as well.

• A few of the most Prominent rule changes are We now play 7-inning games, 10 players in the field, have added restrictions on male bunting, and 1 less foul.
• Permanent Head Ref Program! Thanks to a dedicated group of volunteers, most games this season will feature an experienced head ref. Teams will only be asked to provide base refs.
• Don’t be afraid to ask questions. I never cease to be amazed at how helpful and friendly this crazy kickball community is. There is no shortage or people who would be happy to give advice!   
• Be confident, do your best, and don’t stress. J
• As a note:  We do not have enough home refs for every game.  Most teams will need to provide 3 refs and Curtis will let you know as soon as he has refs.
• If you are interested in being a home ref please let Curtis know. Refs will be paid with credit to future seasons!

  

Common Questions:

When do I get my t-shirt?

Shirts were ordered immediately after the draft.  Hopefully we will have them for week 1 but there is a possibility that it will not be there.  We will have them for week 2 games.

What do I need for games?

Team T-shirt:  Not only will you need it for games, it gets you access to the sponsor bar specials on game nights.
Cleats:  HIGHLY recommended, but not required. Metal spikes are NOT allowed.
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How can I keep up to date on everything going on?

The season webpage is your go to location to find everything from rules and schedules to social media links. If you only bookmark one page, make it this one.
https://www.clubwaka.com/hampton-roads/kickball/wednesday/5003

Our Facebook group is where all the fun stuff happens and the most immediate information is available including announcements on special events and weather cancellations. Weather cancellations are also announced by a league email broadcast.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/WAKAVAPatriotKickball/