21 August 2015



VIKINGS JUNIOR PRE-SEASON DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 2015/16


Erni Rauter our Coach & Player Development Manager has designed a new Junior training program for our Junior players. 

This will program will start on Saturday the 5th of September from 1pm to 3.30pm. 
U10/12 will run from 1pm-2pm and then  U14/16 from 2.15pm-3.30pm.

There is no cost associated with this program just your enthusiasm and willingness to learn and improve your baseball skills.

For any further details please contact Erni at erni.rauter1@bigpond.com

§  Program will be run over 4 weekend sessions ending just before the start of Vikings Baseball Club junior team trainings.

§  Training sessions will take place on Saturdays, between 1:00pm and 3:30pm at Viking Park - Wanniassa

§  Participants will practice in 2 groups – U10/U12 (1-2pm) & U14/U16 (2.15-3.30pm.

§  U8 & Players New to Baseball can participate in “Come & Try” rolling session 
  as part of Registrations held at Viking Park.

Session 1
           -      Fundamental Based
           -      Fielding; 6Fs of fielding (Feet Placement, Fielding technique, Funnelling the ball, 
         Footwork to take, “Firing” the Ball to base, Following the ball in same direction
           -     Hitting; Tee work, working on the Load and swing path of bat, Soft-toss for timing

Session 2
           -    Moving from Fundamentals onto field styled movement
           -    Eg: Making throws in the direction of the base/cut-off
           -    Tee work and seated BP (Short distance BP)

Session 3
          -    Advancing from Fundamentals/Field Movement onto regular training
          -   Taking groundballs, flyballs, making routine plays
          -   Taking Batting practice; putting learned fundamentals into a practiced, timed swing

Session 4
            - Continue with regular training, simulate game style play
           -  Fielding balls under the pressure of runners
           -  Situational hitting; execution of hitting to opposite side, bunts, Hit and Runs, etc.
           -  Mock game style of play

18 August 2015

Registration




Tuggeranong Vikings Baseball Club

Would you like to play Baseball this season?

It’s a great sport for the whole family to play mums, dads and the kids - Ages 5 and up.

No experience needed.

Sign up with Vikings Baseball at Viking Park, Wanniassa -
 on the below registration days

Sunday 23rd of August, 11am – 1pm
Saturday 12th September, 12pm – 3pm

Alternatively we will be at Narrabundah Ballpark 
Saturday 5th September, 12pm - 2pm

Click to view PDF of or click on the Registration tab
Registration Form

05 August 2015



URGENT ATTENTION - SENIOR PLAYING TOPS

Tuggeranong Vikings Baseball New Senior Playing Tops for 2015/16 Season

For those players who have not received an email. We have decided to purchase new playing tops for our seniors this Season (2015/16) with the hope to purchase new ones for our juniors in the 2016/17 season. Due to the costs involved we are not in a financial position to replace all of the playing tops in one season.

We would like to give you (senior and/or juniors playing seniors only) the opportunity to purchase your playing top outright with the hope of still retaining your number, if you have one. The cost will be $50.00 per top however if you purchased your top within the last two seasons we are happy to do a swap.

If you wish to purchase your playing top, could you please email Kylie at seidel2818@gmail.com your size and playing number by 10 August 2015.
After this time, players who currently own their top will then forfeit the right to their current playing number; we will then be unable to guarantee the playing tops that we order will be available in your size with your current playing number.

Any questions feel free to contact me.

Cheers

Mark  

0409 994 257

29 July 2015



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Interested in becoming a Host Family -
As a club we have decided we may need to have an import for the 2015/16 season. For this to be possible we need to have a host family or families willing to open up their home.
The duration of their stay would be from approx. September 2015 through to March 2016, we know this is a lot to ask of just one family so we are open to the idea of splitting this between 2-3 families with a minimum of 8 weeks in one home, as not to disrupt the player to much.

During this time host families are asked to provide a bedroom with a bed and easy access to a bathroom facilities, access to your home with their own keys and to provide meals as required. Beyond that we only ask that you provide a welcoming environment and simply make them feel like they are at home. Of course if this is something you are interested in there would be finer details to be agreed upon between the player and host family.

The benefits for you and your family are many, if you have a son or daughter who plays baseball the mentor-ship will be invaluable. These imports have played competitive baseball for most of their life and have the skills and knowledge that I am sure can only benefit your family and also a bond that will last many years to come.

If this is something you would be interested in please drop us an email.

Thanks

Mark Dawes

President

17 July 2015

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01 July 2015

Vikings Group Affiliate Club - Lawn Bowls 

Jack Attack Challenge 2015

Sunday 19 July 2015 
9:30am - 2pm

Total prize pool - $1500.
1st prize - $750
2nd prize - $500
3rd prize - $250

Paid to the winning affiliated clubs not to the individual participants.

No previous experience needed, all skill levels most welcome. All equipment is provided on the day, all you need to bring is a winning attitude and appropriate footwear.
We will pay the team entry fee and you will receive a food and beverage voucher and a lucky door entry from Vikings.
We would like to hear from you if you would like to represent Vikings Baseball or know someone who would.

04 June 2015

Tuggeranong Vikings Baseball 2015/16 Committee

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Dear Players, Parents and Carers

I would like to announce at our AGM held on Friday May the 22nd a new committee for the upcoming season was formed; although the key positions were filled, we still need a fundraising co-ordinator and more committee members to help in this area, any amount of time you can give would be valued and appreciated..

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the coaches and scores from last season who have agreed to step up again for this coming season. Your time and expertise is invaluable and without you, we simply wouldn't achieve the on field success we do.

Committee for 2015/16 Season

Mark Dawes – President

Kylie Seidel – Vice-President

Glenda Coffey – Secretary

Sharon Wright – Treasurer

Simon Hruza – Registrar

Donna Sharp – Public Officer

Eric Seidel – Equipment and Grounds

If you are interested in becoming a part of the 2015/16 committee or just keen to help the club have a successful 2015/16 season, please come to our next meeting at Erindale Vikings Club on Thursday the 18th of June at 7pm downstairs in the Sports Bar.

Cheers

Mark Dawes