The start of 2008 has been as much of a challenge for Rookies as we have ever experienced over the past eleven years. It started with loosing all eleven years of files from our computer as well as our external back up devise. Most recently, we have been unable to use our email and lost our entire website. Hopefully the later will be operational by April 7 and we can start re-loading material. Challenging to say the least, but a learning experience as well. Cal Ripken Manitoba has recently registered athletes but has very little contact information if you had registered more than four weeks ago. Cal Ripken Baseball is working very had to restore information so we can continue to provide current, accurate and relevant information. Open Try-out and parent information meeting Thursday April 10, 6:30pm @ Rookies Baseball Experience Cal Ripken All-Star Team evaluation day. Players will be selected and presented with information package at the conclusion of the workout. Thursday April 10, 7:30pm @ Rookies Baseball Experience Cal Ripken Baseball parent information meeting Thank you for you continued patients ROOKIES is proud to introduce a new baseball league to our province... a league specifically designed for young athletes (9 - 12 years old). This league is built on support for all coaches as well as a deep concern for our young athletes. It provides a great learning environment where fair play and fun is more than just a slogan. Athletes and coaches greatly benefit from our skill developing practice sessions designed to give all players the necessary tools to play and have fun. CAL RIPKEN BASEBALL LEAGUE BENEFITS TO ATHLETES: Play all summer long Two practices and two games per week Big league uniforms Best facilities Week long playoff tournament Small teams, more playing time Opportunity to play in the Cal Ripken Little League World Series Having fun while learning BENEFITS TO COACHES: Access to professional staff at Rookies Professionally prepared practice plans League-wide support Free use of Manitoba's only indoor baseball/softball teaching facility BENEFITS TO PARENTS: Consistent time schedule No long-weekends Quality instruction for your child Environment where kids can play! BENEFITS TO COMMUNITY CLUB PRESIDENTS: Manitoba's only long term plan designed to teach coaches how to teach young kids complex skills needed to participate for many years. Zero cost for the Community Club Continued support by Rookies professional instructors to develop your coaches into Peewee, Bantam and Midget baseball. Continued instruction of using Rookies detailed practise plans designed for all levels.