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What It's All About

The number one priority for BHAA's teeball experience — designed
for boys and girls ages 6 and under — is for the kids to have fun and experience the ups and downs of achievement. Along the way, they will learn the basics of baseball.

Important Teeball Info

Rosters Posted
Rosters for all 12 of BHAA's teeball teams are available for viewing at the teeball website.

Teeball Coaches Clinic
6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 30
City BIG League will host this clinic for coaches and assistants, including a DVD presentation, demonstration, and question-and-answer session.

Teeball Coordinators
JEFF BEES
Phone: 412-977-6393
E-mail: jeffrey.bees@verizon.net

RANDY DAVIS
Phone: 412-766-0535
E-mail: randyandjan92@yahoo.com

2008 Teeball Coaches
Bob Baumbach (Bandits)
Jack Baron (Coyotes)
Jeff Bees (Volcanos)
Marc Calderaro/Todd Duncan (Grimaces)
Randy Davis (Rockets)
Bill Fonzi (Vipers)
Andy Gamblin (Timberwolves)
Gayle Laughlin (Pirates)
Ken and Casey Leseman (Tornadoes)
Patti Liston (Bobcats)
John Otstot (Mighty Ducks)
Paul Rutkowski (Stingrays)

Rookie Ball Perks!
BHAA's teeball program is registered with Pittsburgh City BIG League Sports' Rookie Ball/Junior Pirates program. Through this affiliation, our teeballers receive Pittsburgh Pirates' T-shirts and baseball caps and two tickets to Rookie Ball day at PNC Park, usually held in late summer. More details will be shared during the season.

It's A Zoo Out There!
Crabs, alligators, and birds. These are just some of the animals that our teeball coaches use to teach basic baseball skills and to create a fun atmosphere for our youngest players. Get involved and learn how these animals' behaviors can help your child learn to throw, catch, and field.

Learn More About Teeball

Click below to download a handy infosheet for teeball parents.

2008 Teeball Basics Infosheet
Visit BHAA Teeball Website

BHAA Teeball Crash Course

What Happens After Registration?
Before the season begins, please secure a teeball glove for your child. Around mid-April, you will get an introductory phone call from your child’s coach. Between now and then — and even throughout the season — please do not hesitate to contact either of the teeball coordinators with any questions. Their contact information is listed at right.

What Will My Child Need to Play?
At the start of the season, your child will receive a team T-shirt and cap, which should be worn to each session. Balls and bats will be provided by the league. However, your child is welcome to bring an aluminum teeball bat of his/her own. Players should bring their glove, team T-shirt and hat, and a desire to play. Spikes and baseball pants are not required. Players may wear the pants of their choice and tennis shoes you don’t mind getting dirty. Water bottles also are recommended. Please plainly mark your child’s possessions with permanent marker, as our teeballers often are very quick to leave their things behind.

When Does Teeball Meet?
Teeball meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday evenings and from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Saturday mornings. Those days never change, even in the case of rainouts. We will meet for eight weeks. In the event of excessive rainouts, we likely will extend the season by a week. At the end of the season (late June), your child will receive a trophy during a season-ending picnic.

How Does the Season Work?
For the first four weeks (approximately eight sessions) players work through a series of skills stations with their teams. Coaches work with them on batting from a tee, throwing, catching, and baserunning. Players also have the chance to use the batting cage (according to their own comfort level). Then, for the second half of the season, the teams play three-inning mini games. Each player bats and plays the field every inning.

How Can I Help?
The best way to help is to get out there and get dirty with your child. Essentially, every single teeball parent is an assistant coach and encouraged to take an active part in the on-field experience. Any parent interested in helping — on the field or off — should not hesitate to let their coach know. They would love to have your help.

Do I Have to Work the Concession Stand?
At registration, you paid a $15 concession stand fee. This fee will be refunded when a member of your child’s family completes a shift in the concession stand. A good portion of the league operating budget is dependent on the concession stand. A friend or family can work in your place, just so that your child is represented. You will be contacted about concession stand scheduling.