Deerfield Youth Baseball and Softball Association

To all DYBA softball and baseball families --

DYBA is continuously monitoring changes and updates regarding COVID-19 protocols issued by the State of Illinois and will continue to follow the guidelines set by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).

As many of you are aware, the IDPH guidelines are not overly clear but in recent days we have received clarification from IDPH and have consulted with the Deerfield Park District regarding the wearing of masks while actively playing baseball and softball.

As of 5/14/21, when the Bridge Phase of Restore Illinois takes effect, DYBA baseball and softball players are no longer required to wear masks while actively playing. Players do have the option to continue to wear masks if they would like. While teams are in the dugouts, at pre and post-game meetings, and other game rituals where distancing is not possible, players will still be required to wear masks.

Coaches and umpires will still be required to wear masks.

Per the Deerfield Park District, distancing and mask requirements for spectators still apply.

We will continue to monitor the IDPH guidelines and update our policy accordingly in coordination with the Deerfield Park District.

We hope you continue to have a wonderful safe season, and good luck to all the girls and boys! DYBA/DYSBA

Greetings Travel Softball Families,

With the 2021 Warrior Classic just 5 weeks away, we are happy to share with you our official Warrior Classic apparel, now available for pre-sale through June 6th. We have hoodies, t-shirts, and take tops in both youth and adult sizes.

Order NOW to get your merchandise at reduced prices, as there will only be limited quantities available on-site. Items ordered now through June 6th will be sorted by team and made available for pickup on-site tournament weekend.

Click here: Warrior Classic Apparel

Let us know if you have any questions and GO WARRIORS!!

Jay & Laura

The DYBA gear store is once again OPEN for business!      

DYBA is excited to announce that the DYBA store is once again open.  This is the best place for all your DYBA gear.

We have a number of baseball and softball items available in youth and adult sizes. 

Find the DYBA store HERE - DYBA SUMMER STORE

The current order window will end May 24th.  Orders will be delivered to your home 2-3 weeks after May 24th. 

$1 from every item ordered will be donated to organizations supporting youth sports.

DYBA 2021 SUMMER HOUSE BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Register SOON for DYBA 2021 Summer Baseball and Softball.

The Summer season will run from 6/21/21 through 8/14/21 and you'll see specific league information on the BASEBALL and SOFTBALL tabs on DYBA.com.

Sign up on the DYBA Registration Site and don’t forget to sign up as a Coach!

Parent volunteers are the backbone of the DYBA Organization and we are always looking for the help!

Important Registration Info:

• Registration is open from April 26th through May 31st, 2021
• Play begins on June 21st, 2021
• There will be a $50 Late Fee (AND subject to team availability) for registrations from May 31st, 2021 to June 20th, 2021
• There will be a $75 Late Fee (AND subject to team availability) after June 20th, 2021

Our goal is not to have to impose fees so please sign up early!

***There will be a draft selection process for ALL ages***

Sorry, no friendship requests

We are looking forward to another great season on the diamonds!

Below please find documentation explaining:

• Quarantining protocol for suspected or confirmed COVID-19 cases
• DYBA COVID RETURN TO PLAY WAIVER

DYBA is following guidelines set by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)

On Monday, October 19th, 2020 the following DYBA Board of Directors slate was officially voted in.  Welcome to all new and returning board members.  

2020-2021 DYBA Board
 

Commissioner - Harley Rosenthal

Assistant Commissioner - Michael Danielewicz

Past Commissioner - Paul Chanan

Secretary - Art Silverman

Treasurer - Josh Felman

House Baseball Co-Directors - Logan Rosenthal / Adam Heiman

House Softball Co-Directors - Jeseca Killeen / Matt Lusardi

Travel Baseball Co-Directors - Todd Rubin / Brandon Nagler

Travel Softball Co-Directors - Lara Ritchie / Jay Silber

Director of Fields - Ryan Twose

Director of Umpires - Michael Strauss

Equipment and Uniforms Co-Directors - Renee Haase / Todd Hagle

Registration/Technology Co-Directors - Joe Sanger / Brian Andalman

Fundraising Co-Directors - Lauren Freedman / Matt Goode

Publicity Co-Directors - Michael Felish / Andrea Becker

On Tuesday, February 4th, the Deerfield Youth Baseball and Softball Association Honored Esteemed Community Members and Volunteers for their tireless efforts...

Read the full story from the Deerfield Patch HERE

Mike Danielewicz - Winner of the 2019 Harry Steindler Award

Tom Roark - Winner of the 2019 DYBA Community Impact Award

Art Silverman - Winner of the 2019 DYBA Community Impact Award

RULES FOR DYBA TEAM SELECTION

The DYBA team selection process is designed to create even teams in each division and attempt to create the most competitive and fun balance for all players involved. Every effort is taken to eliminate the possibility of unbalanced teams. For those reasons, DYBA does not allow friendship requests for its Baseball or Softball teams.  Requests for placement of a child on a team with another child, a specific coach outside of their own parent/guardian, and/or a carpool group will not be considered.

            Simultaneously, acknowledging that parent volunteers are the backbone of the DYBA organization, parent volunteer coaches may request to coach their own child alongside up to one (1) other coach under the following guidelines:

1. All volunteers who would like to coach must be registered as a Coach/Assistant Coach/Manager in the DYBA registration system and must pass the background check process.
2. For any coach pairing request to be considered, each of the Coaches/Managers must also request each other to ensure the coach requests are mutual. For Example: If Coach Smith requests to be paired with Coach Jones, then Coach Jones must also request to be paired with Coach Smith.
3. No more than two (2) coach volunteers can request to be placed on the same team with each other.

DYBA will then make every effort to place the requesting coaches on the same team.  Please note that while every effort will be made, this is not a guarantee.

All siblings/relatives within the same age group will automatically be placed on the same team unless otherwise directed by their parents/guardians.

To request that coaches be placed on the same team, please follow these guidelines. Coach requests are only accepted in the comments section of the coach registration system once registration for that specific league opens. No phone or email requests will be accepted. All correctly submitted coach pairing requests will be recorded for consideration, but, as always, not guaranteed. The DYBA League Board and each of the Baseball/Softball Directors reserve all final decisions on teams to accommodate extenuating circumstances as may be needed.

Please email equipment@dyba.com with any questions  

Co-Directors Renee Haase & Todd Hagle

Tuesday 6:00 - 8:00pm

Thursday 6:00 - 8:00pm

Saturday 8:00am - 12:00pm

Deerfield Youth Baseball and Softball marched in the Deerfield Fourth of July Parade this year.

There were a lot of players, coaches and families who came to support the league and march in the parade, thank you!