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Taylor Area Baseball & Softball (TABS)

All-Star Selection Policy & Procedures

Purpose: Taylor Area Baseball & Softball (TABS) is committed to maintaining a fair, consistent, and transparent selection process for our All-Star tournament players and coaches. Our objective is to field competitive teams that represent our league with exceptional skill, sportsmanship, and character. To maintain the highest level of competition, TABS will form only one team per age division.

I. Player Qualifications & Requirements

To be considered for an All-Star team, players must meet all league eligibility standards and fully commit to the All-Star season schedule.

• Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must be in good standing with the league.

  • Must have participated in at least 75% of all scheduled regular-season games.

  • Must be age-eligible for the registered division.

• Time Commitment: Players and parents must commit to attending all scheduled practices and tournaments. Provisional tournament dates will be provided for planning purposes, though these dates remain subject to change.

• Application Process:

  • Availability: Electronic participation forms will be distributed via email and the league’s official Facebook page by April 1st.

  • Deadline: All completed forms must be submitted no later than April 11th.

  • Note: Submission of the participation form indicates player interest but does not guarantee placement on an All-Star roster.

II. Mandatory Evaluations

All-Star tryouts are required to ensure a standardized and objective evaluation of every candidate.

• Date: Tryouts are scheduled for Friday, April 17th.

• Attendance: Attendance is strictly mandatory. Players must attend their designated evaluation session to be considered for a roster spot.

• Evaluation: Player performance, mechanics, and skill sets will be formally evaluated and recorded during these sessions.

III. Coaching Staff Selection & Requirements

1. Head Coach Appointment The Head Coach of the regular-season winning team in each division will be offered the All-Star Head Coach position, provided they are in good standing with the league. Should this coach decline or be unavailable, the Board of Directors will appoint a Head Coach based on the following criteria:

• Regular-season record

• Demonstrated sportsmanship

• Prior coaching conduct

• Commitment to player development

2. Head Coach Responsibilities

• Selecting assistant coaches in adherence to tournament regulations.

• Collecting all required official player documentation to assemble the All-Star binders.

• Attending the mandatory PONY All-Star meeting.

3. Staff Composition & Uniforms

• Roster Limits: Per PONY Rule T-12, the 6U Shetland and 8U Pinto divisions may have a maximum of four (4) coaches. All other divisions are limited to a maximum of three (3) coaches.

• League-Provided Gear: TABS will provide matching jerseys and hats for the official coaching staff up to the division limit.

• Additional Orders: Any team requesting uniforms for staff members beyond the league-allotted limit must submit a separate, upfront payment prior to the league placing the apparel order.

IV. Player Selection Process

1. Team Size

• Baseball: 12–15 players per roster.

• Softball: 12–18 players per roster.

2. Evaluation Scoring & Roster Formation

• Dual-Scoring System: During tryouts, Head Coaches will record skill scores for all participating players. To guarantee objectivity, an unaffiliated Director or Player Agent will independently record skill scores on behalf of the Board of Directors.

• Selection Meeting: Following tryouts, Coaches and Directors/Player Agents will present their ratings at an official selection meeting. Teams will be formed based on the highest combined player ratings.

• Discrepancy Mediation: Any significant discrepancies in player scoring will be reviewed and mediated by the Board of Directors on a case-by-case basis.

V. Financial Responsibilities

• Participation Fee: Selected players are required to pay a $125 participation fee.

• Payment Deadline: Payment must be made within 7 days of roster notification via Venmo or Square invoice. If payment is not received within this timeframe, the player’s roster spot will be forfeited.

• Refund Policy: By completing the registration form, families agree to participate if selected. No refunds will be issued for the All-Star season under any circumstances.

• League Contributions: TABS covers the cost of the official player uniform (jersey and hat), official PONY All-Star Charter per team ($225) and the entry fee for the team’s Directors tournament ($150 per team).

• Team Obligations: Individual teams are responsible for all Pay-at-the-Plate (PAP) umpire fees and the entry costs for any subsequent tournaments.

VI. Key Dates Summary

All Dates are subject to change based on PONY.

• SOFTBALL

• BASEBALL