Behind The Scenes

September 01, 2026

Hello HHMBA Families and Players,

Thank you to everyone who has already registered for 2027 Travel Team Tryouts. We're excited to share some more details!

Tryouts begin September 12th. Age groups, dates, times, and locations will be shared soon.

Registration is still open, so if you haven't yet, learn more here.

To register, visit http://HaltonHillsBaseball.rampregistrations.com:

• Season: 2027 Tryouts
• Division: Junior (13U and below) or Senior (14U and above)
• Package: 8U-18U (based on player age)
• Cost: $30 per player

Returning players should use their existing account. New players can follow the registration instructions here.

Deadline: September 11, 2026, at 11:59 PM. We will not be able to accept registrations after this time.

Tryout Guidelines

• 2027 Tryout Guidelines

We want to extend a heartfelt CONGRATULATIONS to our Team 1 2027 Head Coaches:

• 8U - Kevin Greer
• 9U - Adam Buttigieg
• 10U - David Roberge
• 11U - Adam Wain
• 12U - Josh Inglis
• 13U - Ryan Oliveira
• 14U - Matthew Simpson
• 15U - Andrew Morton
• 16U - Chris Gee
• 18U - Dan King
• 22U - Shane Georges

Thank you to everyone who expressed an interest in being a Head Coach for a Team 1 team. We are thankful for how many people were interested in these roles. We will announce Team 2 Head Coaches at the conclusion of Team 1 tryouts.

See you soon at tryouts!
Halton Hills Minor Baseball Association

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August 28, 2026

Hello HHMBA House League Players and Families,

The annual HHMBA House League Survey is now open!

The survey takes about 5-10 minutes and covers coaching, umpires, tournaments, registration, uniforms, scheduling, field quality, and overall value for the 2026 season.

2026 House League Survey - Fill out form

Your responses are anonymous. When you submit the form, it will not automatically collect your name or email address unless you provide it yourself.

Feedback from families is one of the most useful things we get, and it directly shapes the program we offer next season.

We appreciate your time filling in the above survey!

With thanks,
Halton Hills Minor Baseball Association

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August 24, 2026

Hello HHMBA families and players,

The HHMBA is pleased to announce that we have opened the registration page for our 2027 travel team tryouts. As we did in previous years, we need all families to pre-register for the tryouts to ensure that all necessary waivers are completed prior to attending tryouts.

To register please navigate to http://HaltonHillsBaseball.rampregistrations.com and register for the following:

Season: 2027 Tryouts

Division: Junior (13u and below) or Senior (14u and above)

Packages: 8U - 18U (Depending on your players age)

Cost: Each registration is $30

If you are a returning player, please use the same account that you used to register for a prior season. If you are a new player please see instructions on our registration system here - https://cloud.rampinteractive.com/haltonhillsbaseball/files/Documents/HHMBA%20Registration%20Instructions.pdf

TRYOUT GUIDELINES AND SCHEDULE

• 2027 Tryout Guidelines - click here

• The full schedule will be posted here when it’s ready. Tryouts will begin immediately following Labour Day.
  
  

GENERAL INFORMATION

We are opening up tryout registration as early as possible so that we can ensure we have the right number and right level of teams operating.

If you are planning to attend, please register as soon as possible as this will impact our coaching decisions for 2027.

Players should ensure that they bring their own equipment, including their own helmet, glove and water bottle. Tryout shirts will not be distributed this year and remember no Eagles travel gear is to be worn.

Attached to this post is the full HHMBA tryout guidelines. Please read through these guidelines as many questions are answered within this guide; however, if anything is unclear, please contact us and we can help guide you.

Questions related to imports (non-Halton Hills residents) can be found in this document as well as our release policy.

Please note our continuing policy as it relates to level of play the previous season:

• Any player who played the prior season in COBA Select or House League may choose to start their tryout experience at the second round of tryouts if they wish. This is not required but is an option available to the player. We would ask you to inform the Team 1 coach of this decision in writing prior to the start of the first tryout so that they can plan their practice accordingly. Any player indicating this choice would be marked as “released to next tryout” by the Team 1 coach.

Based on current and anticipated tryout registration numbers we will evaluate having a 2nd team for each single year age group. In many age groups, depending on skill level, coaches, and the number of registrants the 2nd team may be a combination of multiple age groups.

In previous years we would refer to these teams as "10U/11U COBA Select" or "12U/13U COBA Select" however this year they will be known as 11U Eagles Team 2 and 13U Eagles Team 3, etc.

Once the tryouts are complete, the coach of this team will work together with the appropriate rep director to determine the proper classification of this team with COBA. In most cases though "Team 2" will enter into COBA in the "COBA Select" loop. At some ages (9U and 18U) there is no COBA Select loop so these teams will likely classify into the Tier 2 loop at that age group.

If you are interested to learn more about what goes into these decisions please read this article - https://www.hhmba.ca/content/2024-Level-and-Name-Changes

CONTACTS

For more information about tryouts, please reach out to our Director of Sr. Travel Geoff Bahr at geoff.bahr@hhmba.ca or our Director of Jr. Travel Brian Moore at brian.moore@hhmba.ca

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)

Question - Can you clarify the guideline regarding attending Team 1 tryouts if my player was on a COBA Select or house league team last year? Am I opting out of the entire Team 1 tryout or just the "first one"?

Answer -  Yes, if you decide to opt out, you are opting out of being considered for the Team 1 team entirely, not just the first tryout session.

Question - My child is born in the year 2013 which team/age/level are they trying out for?

Answer - Your player as a 2013 born player would be trying out at the 14u age group (for players born in 2013). If they were to be unsuccessful at the Team1 tryout they would move to the next possible team. If your player is not successful in making Team 2 they would register for House League early in 2027 and could potentially be an AP (Affiliate Player) for a travel team.

Question - What is the policy and procedure for requesting a release to play in another centre?

Answer - In general, all release requests at 14U and under will not be granted unless trying out for an HPP team, please see more information in the tryout guidelines attached herein.

 

Question - Who is the coach?

Answer - Team 1 head coach will be announced prior to, or during, Labour Day Weekend.  Team 2 head coach will be announced at conclusion of Team 1 tryouts.  If there is a Team 3 at your age group, the Team 3 head coach will be announced at conclusion of Team 2 tryouts.

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August 06, 2026
All team and player photos are ready! This applies to every team: all House League teams, House League Select, 5U and 7U, and Travel Teams.

August 06, 2026

Hi 5U and 7U HHMBA Families,

Please join us on Saturday, August 15th for a fun day of baseball and a carnival at the Georgetown Fairgrounds, Diamonds 4 and 5 (behind the park)!

We will have pizza, juice, and lots of fun baseball stations for all players to enjoy. You child will also receive their medal!
There is no extra cost for this event.

Schedule:

5U: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
7U: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

We look forward to seeing everyone there for a great day of baseball fun,
Halton Hills Minor Baseball Association
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July 28, 2026

Zero Tolerance for Post-Game Confrontations of Umpires

Dear HHMBA Families, Coaches, Players, and Spectators,

Over the past week, HHMBA has been made aware of two separate incidents in which parents crossed a very serious line by confronting umpires following games. This behaviour is unacceptable. Parents, or any spectator for that matter, must never approach, engage, or get in the face of any umpire at any time. Coaches may only address umpires during the game and strictly within the limits of the appropriate Code of Conduct.

While this type of conduct has been relatively uncommon in Halton Hills baseball, it has no place in our Association, and it will not be tolerated.

Effective immediately, HHMBA is enforcing a zero-tolerance policy regarding any parent, coach, player, or spectator approaching an umpire after the conclusion of a game. There is absolutely no reason to confront an umpire after the final out. The game is over, the umpire’s decisions are final, and any concerns must be addressed through the Association’s formal process—not on the field, in the parking lot, or anywhere else.

Any individual who approaches an umpire after a game to dispute calls, intimidate, criticize, or engage in inappropriate conduct will be subject to immediate disciplinary action, including removal from HHMBA. Depending on the severity of the incident, their player may also be removed from the Association.

When you registered your son or daughter to play baseball with HHMBA, you agreed to abide by the Association’s Code of Conduct. That commitment extends beyond the players—it applies equally to parents, guardians, coaches, and spectators. Respect for officials is a fundamental expectation of participation in our program.

Many of our umpires are young officials who are developing their skills just as our players are. They deserve to leave every game feeling safe, respected, and supported—not intimidated by adults.

This notice serves as a clear warning to everyone associated with HHMBA. Going forward, any incidents involving the confrontation of umpires will be dealt with swiftly and decisively.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe, respectful, and positive environment for our players, coaches, volunteers, and officials.

Sincerely,

D’Arcy Carr
President
Halton Hills Minor Baseball Association

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July 17, 2026

Good morning HHMBA families,

Please note the following addition to our Air Quality Guidance that is bolded, underlined, and italicized. 

Thank you,

• AQHI 1-3 (Low Risk): Activities proceed as scheduled.
• AQHI 4-6 (Moderate Risk): Activities proceed as scheduled; families are encouraged to make participation decisions based on their individual circumstances.
• AQHI 7-9 (High Risk): Activities may proceed with modifications such as shorter practices, additional breaks, and reduced exertion where practical. Families are encouraged to determine whether participation is appropriate for their child, and players may opt out without concern or penalty.
• AQHI 10+ (Very High Risk): HHMBA will strongly consider postponing or cancelling activities and will review public health guidance and local conditions before making a decision. Any cancellations will be communicated by email by 4 PM.
  If the air quality index becomes extreme between 4 PM and game or practice time, it will be up to the parents to determine whether their child should participate. 

Parents and guardians are encouraged to monitor their child for symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, dizziness, or unusual fatigue and to make the decision they feel is best for their family. Players with asthma or other respiratory conditions should exercise additional caution.

Thank you,
Halton Hills Minor Baseball Association

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July 16, 2026

Hello HHMBA families, coaches, and community members,

Applications are now being accepted to be considered for a role as a Head Coach for Halton Hills Eagles travel teams in the 2027 season.
https://www.hhmba.ca/content/2027-travel-head-coach-applications

At this time, the HHMBA is considering fielding teams at the following levels next season:

· Tier 1 - from 8U (born in 2019) to 18U (born in 2009-10), plus a 22U team (birth years 2005-2008)

· Tier 2 - from 11U (born in 2016) to 18U (2009-10)

· COBA Select - for 9U, 11U, 13U, and 15U ages (Each COBA Select team will consist of players for the respective 2-year cohort, minor and major players at each level).

There is no guarantee that there will be teams at each of these levels and age groups. We will determine the number of teams based on the number of coaches as well as the talent level and the number of players that register at each age group.

Again, this year we want to encourage as many people as possible to apply to be a coach. The more applicants we have the more options we have to choose from; and the coaching selection committee can work with all coaches involved to help make the best selections.

Please don't feel like you are "stepping on toes" by applying to coach at an age group or level. Even if you don't think you have the experience to be a head coach in 2026, please apply and share your philosophy and plans on where you want to go. We can still discuss where your best fit would be.

All Applications are due by Wednesday, July 29th at 5 PM.

Interviews will begin as soon as possible with coaching announcements made in August 2026.

Please direct any questions regarding this process to Geoff Bahr geoff.bahr@hhmba.ca or reply to this email.

If you would like to be considered for a coaching role in 2027, please apply here:

2027 HHMBA  Coach Application - Fill out form

Thank you!
Halton Hills Minor Baseball Association

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July 15, 2026

Hello HHMBA families and coaches,

Out of an abundance of caution, we are cancelling all Travel and House League HHMBA practices and games for today (Wednesday, July 15, 2026).

We appreciate your understanding.

Stay safe,
Halton Hills Minor Baseball Association
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July 15, 2026

Good morning HHMBA families and coaches,

• AQHI 1-3 (Low Risk): Activities proceed as scheduled.
• AQHI 4-6 (Moderate Risk): Activities proceed as scheduled; families are encouraged to make participation decisions based on their individual circumstances.
• AQHI 7-9 (High Risk): Activities may proceed with modifications such as shorter practices, additional breaks, and reduced exertion where practical. Families are encouraged to determine whether participation is appropriate for their child, and players may opt out without concern or penalty.
• AQHI 10+ (Very High Risk): HHMBA will strongly consider postponing or cancelling activities and will review public health guidance and local conditions before making a decision. Any cancellations will be communicated by email by 4 PM.

July 09, 2026

Dear HHMBA Families and Coaches,

This is a reminder that the consumption of alcohol at practices, games, or on the playing fields is strictly prohibited. This violates both our league’s Code of Conduct and Town by-laws.

Anyone found consuming alcohol at games or on the fields may be asked to leave the park and may be subject to further action under the league’s Code of Conduct. This includes all HHMBA events and games including the tournaments. 

Thank you for helping us provide a safe, respectful, and family-friendly environment for all players, coaches, officials, and spectators.

Sincerely,
House League Executive

July 08, 2026

• Players should arrive hydrated and bring more than one full water bottle.
• Build in water breaks every couple of innings, even if no one asks.
• Watch younger players closely. They often will not say when they feel unwell, and a child who has stopped drinking water is a warning sign.
  
  

• Wear a hat
• Apply sunscreen before arrival, then reapply as necessary
• Use shade between innings and rotate players out of full sun (if possible)
  
  

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June 28, 2026

Hello HHMBA Community,

Please see the attached flyers from Halton Region Public Health regarding Tick Safety.
For more information, visit the Halton Region website or call 311.

Thank you,
Halton Hills Minor Baseball Association

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June 12, 2026

Hello HHMBA Families and Coaches,

It has been brought to the association's attention by community business owners, that participants and visiting teams are parking in the designated business parking area, closest to Diamond 1 at Glen Williams. That parking area is for business customers only and NOT to be utilized by any baseball participants. There is a designated parking lot in between Diamonds 1 and 2, as well as road side parking during game and practice times.

If you notice visiting teams and other participants parking there, please advise them to move their vehicle, as the business owners will start taking the necessary action they feel is required to keep the lot available for their customers.

Thank you,
Halton Hills Minor Baseball Association

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June 08, 2026

Good morning HHMBA House League families and coaches,

As we continue through the baseball season, we would like to remind all players and parents that House League Baseball is about learning, having fun, building friendships, and developing a love for the game.

Good sportsmanship is expected from everyone involved. Players should treat teammates, opponents, coaches, umpires, and volunteers with respect at all times. Parents and spectators are also expected to model positive behaviour from the stands and support all participants in a respectful manner.

There is no place at the ballpark for abusive language, arguing with umpires, negative comments toward players, coaches, or other families, or any behaviour that takes away from the positive experience we strive to provide for our children.

Our volunteers, coaches, and umpires dedicate countless hours to make this program possible. We ask that everyone show appreciation for their efforts and remember that mistakes are part of the game for players, coaches, and officials alike.

Let’s work together to create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where every child feels supported, respected, and excited to come to the ballpark.

Thank you for helping make our baseball community a positive experience for all.

Sincerely,
Halton Hills Minor Baseball Association

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June 02, 2026 *PLEASE NOTE ATTACHMENTS ARE IN YOUR EMAIL

Hello HHMBA Families and Coaches,

 

We hope everyone is having a great start to the season!  Below & Attached (*PLEASE NOTE ATTACHMENTS ARE IN YOUR EMAIL), please find information and schedules for the House League Photo Day 

 

Please READ below carefully and fully as there is a lot of information to process.

 

DATE: SATURDAY JUNE 13th, 2026.   

LOCATION: HHMBA OFFICE - CEDAREVALE PARK - 181 MAIN STREET S, GEORGETOWN

drive past the dog park and park in the parking lot.  Walk up the gravel hill to the left and it will be the build on your right at the top of the hill.

*** DO NOT enter the building until your team is called in by one of the studio members***

MAKE-UP DAY: MONDAY JUNE 15th , 2026 (same location) 5:30- 8:00pm

The make-up day is only for individuals who cannot make Saturday.  We cannot accommodate entire team photos on this date.

 

WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Please have your player in full uniform.   Both Players and Coaches:  Pants, Jersey & Hat.  Cleats are NOT required as you will not see their feet in the photos.  Bring your fav bat! 

 

WHAT YOU GET: The HHMBA provides you with 1 memory mate photo which is a team photo together with the individual photo on 1 page.  If you wish to purchase more photos, the attached order form can be used to do so on site the day of.    They accept exact cash, debit or credit on site.

 

 

Should you have any questions that are not answered above, please reach out to Janine Dobson at janine.dobson@hhmba.ca

Thank you,

Halton Hills Minor Baseball Association

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Hello House League Families & Players!

 

This year's photo day for all House League Teams will be held on SATURDAY, JUNE 13^th 

The Make-Up day will be on MONDAY, JUNE 15^th in the evening.

 

This year, the studio is setting up at our Cedarvale Office located at 185 Main Street S, Georgetown. It will be indoors, so rain or shine, it's happening! 

 

 

More information will be provided closer to the date on the specific time for your team. Requested times are not being accepted.

We look forward to seeing you smile!

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