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PDYSA Updates!

August 18, 2022

PDYSA will NOT be hosting Fall/Winter baseball or softball programs for this 2022 season. It has been decided by the City of Palm Desert, and Desert Recreation District that our fields at Freedom and Civic will be closed for the scalping season, and there is a great deal of maintenance that needs to be done in order to keep the fields at a high level. It is unfortunate to not be able to offer our fall program, as we, like you, wish to be on the fields as often as we can. Our executive Board and the City of Palm Desert will continue to work on a more agreeable solution for future Fall and Winter seasons.

We do, however look forward to the great condition that our fields will be in, come time for Spring 2023.

With that being said, please look for Spring 2023 registration to openi in mid to late October.

Tentative dates will be posted as soon as they have been approved by the City.

September 9, 2021 9:30am

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE IN EACH DIVISION. REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 9/10 NO EXCEPTIONS. WE WILL NOT ACCEPT EMAIL OR PHONE INQUIRIES FOR LATE REGISTRATION FOR INDIVIDUALS OR FULL TEAMS.

Registration –IN PERSON – No online registration for Fall/Winter – SEE ATTACHED REGISTRATION FORM

Freedom Park: Thursday, September 9th – 6:30p – 8:00p - UPPER PAVILLION AREA NEAR FIELD 1
Civic Center: Friday, September 10th – 5:00p – 6:30p - PAVILLION AREA NEAR TENNIS AND VOLLEYBALL COURTS

Cost: $105.00 per player (includes shirt & hat): Credit or Debit, Cash, Check.

PDYSA will be conducting a Fall/Winter program for 2021. Softball, T Ball and Baseball divisions will be available.

Registration –IN PERSON – No online registration for Fall/Winter – SEE ATTACHED REGISTRATION FORM: registration form.pdf

· Civic Center: Wednesday, September 1^st - 4:30p - 6:30p

· Freedom Park: Thursday, September 2^nd – 6:30p – 8:00p

· Civic Center: Friday, September 3^rd – 5:00p – 6:30p

Cost: $105.00 per player (includes shirt & hat): Credit or Debit, Cash, Check, or Venmo

Managers with teams please email us ASAP at [email protected]. You will be able to provide us your roster of players to join your team during their IN PERSON registration.

Individuals may register and request a team during IN PERSON registration. Free agents will be placed on teams that have openings and are not guaranteed a position until confirmed by a coach or from the league.

Divisions:
Foal Tball - Age 3 & 4 (hitting off T only)

Shetland – Age 5 & 6 (hitting off hand pull machine)

Pinto – Age 7 & 8 (hitting off fast pitch jug machine)

Baseball (kid pitch) – Divisions: 10U, 12U and 14U

Softball - 6U, 8U, 10U, 12U and 14U

Schedule - Practices start at the beginning of September. Practice times will vary by team and age group.

****Fall Ball includes travel to other Coachella Valley League parks. ie. Indio, Palm Springs, La Quinta, and Coachella.

Games start October 4^th and finish November 19^th. All games will be played during the week. No games on Fridays or weekends.

Foal division (Tuesday’s and Thursday’s)

Shetland division (Any day of week, except Friday’s)

Baseball (Monday’s and Wednesday’s)

Softball (Tuesday’s and Thursday’s)

Email questions to: [email protected]

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June 5, 2021 9:00AM

2021 SEASON COMPLETED! Thank you to all our coaches and volunteers! To our PDYSA families and players, we hope to see you for Fall Ball. Look for registration information in August!

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May 3, 2021 5:30PM

2021 Season games begin. Please click the team central tab and click calendar to view your team's schedule. Good luck! And Play Ball!!

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March 31, 2021 2:15PM

PDYSA COVID-19 RETURN TO PLAY SAFETY GUIDELINES:
- All players will be required to use their own equipment. ie. glove, bat, helmet, face-covering, and personal hand sanitizers
- All players will be required to wear a face-covering while on sideline or in the dugout.
- All players will be encouraged but not required to wear a face-covering while on the field and during play.
- All coaching staff will be required to wear a face-covering at all times.
- All families and spectators will be required to wear a face-covering at all times while in the park, except for when eating or drinking.
- Social distancing will be enforced
- Each dugout will be equipped with hand sanitizers
- Each team will use their own ball while on defense. There will be no common ball used for any game.

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March 30, 2021 9:00am

2021 REGISTRATION IS OPEN!!!
ONLINE REGISTRATION FROM MARCH 30TH - APRIL 9TH AT 5PM
RETURNING PLAYERS ARE USING CREDIT FROM 2020
NEW PLAYER COST IS $75

Although our season may look a bit different this year, we are happy to get out on the fields and play the game we all love. In order to proceed and have a successful and safe season, we will be strictly following all City, County, State and CDC guidelines. You will be able to find all guidelines in our COVID-19 tab.

PDYSA Spring 2021 - TBall, Machine Pitch, Softball and Baseball

Returning players from 2021 do not need to register. We have your information. Please only let us know if you will NOT be returning.

Returning players will remain with coaches/teams from 2020, which means you will not need to move up a division if you choose not to. ***We will do our best to accommodate all requested transfers to upper divisions***

Returning players and teams, will use the uniforms that were issued in 2020. (If your coach did not give you your uniform, we will make arrangements to get those issued to you as soon as possible.

· New Player pricing for 2021 is $75 for all divisions. This will include, jersey and hat and a minimum 8 scheduled games.

New players will NOT be evaluated and will be placed on teams that have space.

· Jersey Sizes: you will need to provide sizing during registration. The jersey brands are Majestic for boys and Augusta for girls. Please find a sizing sheet online to determine the correct size.

There is a strong possibility that 10u and above divisions will play some games at other locations.

· Coaches: ALL coaches on the field or in the dugout will need to provide certificate of completion of concussion protocol, (if you are a coach who has completed the concussion protocol and background check you will not need to do it again).

Tentative dates (these are not final and are for reference purposes only and subject to adjustments):

Practices start: April 12

Opening Date : April 26

Season end: June 6

FAQ:

Health and Safety are at the top of our priority list
We will be strictly following all City, County, State and CDC guidelines.

Practices are at the discretion of the coaches and their particular availability.
3 & 4 year old Foal T-ball games are Saturdays and possibly some weekdays
5 & 6 year old Shetland T-ball games are Saturdays and possibly some weekdays.
5 & 6 year old Softball games are Saturdays with a couple of games during the week.
7u - 6 & 7 year old Machine Pitch will play on weekdays.
8u - 7 & 8 year old Machine Pitch will play on weekdays.
10u - 14U kid pitch Baseball games during week on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays.
8U - 14U Softball games during week on Tuesdays & Thursdays.

March 26, 2021 1:30pm

Stay tuned**** In the Next few days we will be posting some exciting news in regard to the 2021 Spring Season!

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May 18, 2020 11:30am

Dear PDYSA Families:

We realize more than ever how we all miss the daily routine of practices, games, and social interactions. The spread of the COVID-19 virus has impacted us on many different levels. Our biggest priority is a safe environment for our league.

We began monitoring the pandemic, its timing, and our local climate as it pertains to the nation, our valley, and our league. It is with great consternation that we have now come to the decision that it is in the best interest of our league to cancel the 2020 Spring Season.

Each team and coach will have the ability to transfer their full registration to our Spring 2021 program. Teams that were established in Spring 2020 will automatically transfer to Spring 2021. **Players in the 14u softball and baseball divisions that do not wish to return or will become ineligible, we ask that you email us directly at [email protected]

We truly appreciate your patience and understanding during this unprecedented time. We will continue to monitor the situation and try our best to keep everyone updated on any developments as it pertains to our league. Last, but not least, we are coordinating efforts to use appropriate safeguards and implement new sanitizing protocols at the fields, snack bar, and restrooms. We are optimistic that we may be able to see you all again very soon for Fall Ball. We are dedicated to make PDYSA a welcome, safe, and clean environment for all players, families, and volunteers.

Sincerely,

PDYSA Executive Board

Dear League Families,

The last few weeks have transformed all of our lives in ways we could never have imagined. We’ve spent many years bringing the joy of baseball and softball to the Coachella Valley; we are now doing our best to navigate an unprecedented situation for all. Our commitment is to continue to communicate with you regularly on the actions we are taking during this very difficult period, until the time that sport activities can resume as normal. Thank you for the patience and trust you have shown so far.

Coachella Valley Interleague(s) have suspended all games until May 4th, 2020; this includes All Games, Practices & Team Meetings/Gatherings

At this time the Leagues have suspended the Spring 2020 season until at least May 4th. Of course, this is subject to change at anytime.

It is our intention to continue play only when it is absolutely safe and we have been given approval to do so by our governing body, PONY National.

We will have a lot of flexibility with the schedule and many available dates and time slots to accommodate the teams and players that wish to remain and participate.

The health and safety of our players, family’s, volunteers, and fans is our top priority. We fully support the measures taken by our local, and state governing bodies. In addition we will abide by the guidelines that Pony National has set forth regarding the suspension of games, practices, team meetings, team gatherings, and delaying the season’s game play. We will have more information as it becomes available.

Understanding that family’s have any questions, we are working through all of the effects of this announcement; below is a simple Questions and Answers that many of you may have.

Questions / Answers:

REGISTRATION FEES

Each league in the valley runs as a Not for Profit Organization which means each league incurs costs to process payments as well as up-front costs in advance of each season to plan for items such as uniforms, equipment, field maintenance, insurance, etc. Most if not all leagues have already purchased and provided uniforms and/or started game play. Please note a policy for refunds and/or credits will not be initiated until we have absolutely determined that there will be no 2020 season. PLEASE BE PATIENT with our executive boards; as this is a lot of work. Each league will have their own specific way in dealing with refunds or credits. Any questions and/or concerns about refunds please email via website contact page.

GAME SCHEDULE

The game schedule will be revised, so that everyone gets in an equal amount of games. The new schedule will not be available until May 04, 2020 or later. Your first game will be May 4th, 2020 or a later date and time.

ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS / ANSWERS:

We will send additional emails with updates

We will post on our Facebook page with additional updates

Concerns and/or additional questions not listed above please contact your league directors via website contact page.

Sincerely,

Palm Springs Youth League

Palm Desert Youth Sports Association

La Quinta Youth Sports Association

Indio Youth Sports Association

Coachella Youth Baseball and Softball Association

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April 4. 2020 8:45pm
The league is evaluating the possibility of still having a season daily. If it has to be cancelled, we will apply the paid fees towards next season (less $55 which is the cost of the uniform). Otherwise, if needed, refund checks can be generated (less $55 which is the cost of the uniform). Our hope is that all our families are safe and doing well.

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March 25, 2020 9:00am
No final decision has been made in regard to the 2020 season. We are still hopeful to have a shortened or restructured season. Please be patient while we weigh all of our options and establish new safety measures.

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March 12, 2020 6:35pm

These are challenging times as we enter into uncharted waters. The league is concerned about its community and everyone involved. In that vein, the season is temporarily on hold until further notice. Additionally, the City of Palm Desert is being precautionary as well so there will be no fields or lights available for practice or games. Please cease from gathering as a team for any baseball/softball activities. There will be more information to follow in the coming days and weeks. We appreciate your patience and wish the best to all our PDYSA families.

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March 12, 2020 7:45am

We have decided to Cancel Opening Day out of an abundance of caution. We have vetted all possibilities and the decision to cancel weighs heavily on the safety and health of all our players, coaches, staff and families.

We will use these next several days to plan accordingly for the remainder of the season. Please expect to see some changes in schedules and the possibility of some game cancellations.

We will work on getting new date(s) for pictures.

We will be implementing new dugout health procedures and hand washing and sanitizing stations.

We ask for your patience while we navigate through this uncharted territory.

As always our players' safety is our number one concern. We wish to be a part of making sure all our PDYSA players and families remain healthy and happy.

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WHAT BASEBALL FANS NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CORONAVIRUS

What are coronavirus and COVID-19?

Coronavirus is a general term for a family of viruses, several of which are known to cause respiratory infections in humans. This current outbreak -- which began in Wuhan, China, in December -- was caused by a novel (not previously identified) coronavirus that the WHO named coronavirus disease 2019 (abbreviated COVID-19).

How does COVID-19 spread?

The virus is transmitted through respiratory droplets that are produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes or exhales, though it is important to note that someone could have only mild symptoms -- or perhaps even be asymptomatic -- and still spread the disease.

There are two main ways the transmission can occur:

1) Person-to-person: This happens when people are in close contact (within 6 feet) of each other. If these respiratory droplets land in the mouths or noses of someone nearby, or are inhaled into the lungs, the virus can spread.

2) Via contaminated surfaces or objects: Respiratory droplets also can land on surfaces or objects. If a healthy person touches these, and then touches their own mouth, nose or eyes, they can become infected.

How to protect yourself:
There are several things you can do, and encourage others to do, to avoid infection.

1) Keep your hands clean: Wash your hands often, especially after spending time in a public place, and before eating. Soap and water work well, but make sure to wash for at least 20 seconds and to cover all areas of your hands, including thumbs and between fingers.If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol.

2) Avoid touching your face: As much as possible, try not to touch your eyes, nose and mouth, especially if you have not washed your hands recently.

3) Keep surfaces and objects clean: This applies particularly to things you touch all the time, such as doorknobs, countertops, faucets, and even phones. Use water and detergent or soap to clean, and disinfect with EPA-registered household disinfectants.

4) Keep your distance: Practice social distancing. Avoid close contact with anyone who is sick, or who is coughing or sneezing, and refrain from gathering with large groups.

5) Stay home: Work from home, if it is possible to do so, and avoid spending unnecessary time in crowded public locations, for example by ordering takeout or delivery instead of eating in a restaurant. In fact, many areas have closed or put restrictions on businesses such as restaurants and bars, or even taken more dramatic steps.

Remember that we all are responsible for helping keep the people in our communities safe, using these measures.

1) Cover your mouth: If you cough or sneeze, cover your mouth with a tissue, if one is handy, and immediately dispose of it and wash your hands thoroughly. If you do not have a tissue, cover your mouth with the inside of your elbow rather than your bare hand.

2) Limit close contact: The more people stay in, avoid public settings and refrain from gathering in large groups, the better the chances of limiting the spread of COVID-19, and protecting the people who are most vulnerable. That applies even if you feel fine.

3) If you’re sick, take extra precautions: Anyone with symptoms, even mild ones, should stay home, unless you are required to leave to get medical care (before visiting your doctor, call ahead). As much as possible, limit contact with others in your household, and avoid sharing items. You also can wear a face mask when around other people.

Recognizing the symptoms
It is believed that a person may develop symptoms anytime from 2-14 days after being exposed to the virus. The most common are:

• Fever
• Fatigue
• Cough
• Shortness of breath

Who is most vulnerable?
While most people will experience only mild symptoms -- and about 80 percent will recover without needing special treatment -- about one in six will become seriously ill. Older adults and those who have serious chronic medical conditions are at a higher risk of developing severe symptoms.

Where to find more information

• Your local health department’s web site
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
• World Health Organization