GRIT BASEBALL REGISTRATION 2025

ALL PLAYERS AND PARENTS MUST READ THIS AGREEMENT & SIGN AT THE END OF THE DOCUMENT

By signing this application the player and parent(s) (each a “Family" and collectively, the “Families”) agree to follow the GRIT Baseball travel code of conduct which requires model behavior and sportsmanship from all GRIT Families. Travel Team play is a serious commitment that requires regular player attendance and scheduled team practices and games. GRIT IS YOUR PRIORITY. Any spot playing on other teams is frowned upon. Any violation of this code can invalidate the application and/or be cause for suspension and/or dismissal from the team without refunds of any fees.

I - GC GRIT BASEBALL TEAM PRINCIPLES 

1. When we are at games and practices we give 100% focus and effort. Distracting and unproductive behavior brings the whole team down. 

2. We (players, coaches and parents) show respect for every member of the team, coaches, opposing players and umpires. Coaches will not yell and embarrass players and players will return that respect by acting appropriately, paying attention and giving their best effort. 

3. Parents play a key role. They are expected to be positive and supportive of all players and coaches. Please do not question coaches in front of your children. Also, please do not coach from the stands. If you have a question or a grievance, a 24 hour rule will be in effect. The 24 hour rule is simply a 24 hour pause between Family and GRIT as it relates to any question, comment, complaint, and a response from GRIT. After the expiration of the 24 hour period, GRIT invites you to call or send an email to the coach/coaches (NOT ADMIN/OWNER) to set up a time to talk. Raising issues with the coaches during or immediately after a practice or game is not appropriate or productive, particularly after an emotional win or loss. Also, emails in which other parents are addressed are not productive. Finally, please do not put other players down or compare your child to other players on the team. WE ARE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER!

   
   

4. Everyone on the field and on the bench has a job to do and GRIT expects its players to perform their jobs. For example, while in the dugout/on bench, each player is expected to CHART, watch/learn, to cheer on their teammates, keep the dugout clean (lining up helmets and bats), warming up outfielders between innings, etc. and of course following directions from the coaches. 

   
   

5. While on the field or on the bench we want players thinking on every pitch. Ask yourself before each pitch “What do I do if the ball is hit to me?” Know how many outs there are and where the base runners are. If you don’t know, ask a teammate, coach or umpire. Create communication. 

6. Encourage each other. You are a TEAM. We win as a team and lose as a team. Players don’t scold teammates for mistakes. The coaches will correct mistakes. NO INDIVIDUAL SHOULD BE BLAMED FOR A LOSS, BECAUSE NO INDIVIDUAL SHOULD GET THE CREDIT FOR A VICTORY. 

7. Everyone makes physical mistakes. We will try to continuously practice and improve technique to minimize these mistakes. On the other hand, mental mistakes need to be eliminated. Pay attention and focus! Baseball IQ can separate our players as they progress in this game. 

   
   

8. Hustle, Hustle, Hustle! Run on and off the field and run out every batted ball. WALKING ON OR OFF THE FIELD WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. Respect the game. 

9. Most importantly, have fun! If we follow these principles, we will all learn the game, and rapidly develop. If we are not having fun, something is wrong.

   
   

10. GRIT COMMIT! Grit is your #1 and ONLY club team. Little League and TownTravel are acceptable and our players should participate when applicable. We work with LL/Towns and always will. Other “spot” playing opportunities when our teams aren’t playing should be through our partner programs and or consent from your coach/organization. This isn’t about being territorial, this is about protocol/communication player safety and trust. We are preparing for MS, HS and beyond. Keep the big picture in mind.

II - GC GRIT BASEBALL FAMILY CONTRACT

The rules, philosophies and procedures of GRIT Baseball will operate under the outlines in the following pages. 

Families applying to play on a travel team acknowledge there are limited spots available in the GRIT program and therefore payment of Fees are expected TO BE ON TIME.. Failure to pay any Fees will result in automatic suspension and we reserve the right to seek remuneration from you as a result of lost opportunity costs. Further, failure to abide by the rules set forth hereunder may result in and GRIT reserves the right to remove any player (Family) from the GRIT program for inability to observe the terms below. 

Please read through each page closely, as we want you to be fully aware of what is expected of everyone (coaches, players and parents). 

FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS: 

Player Fees: Each Family is responsible for the fees/registrations schedule issued to each player before participating (the “Fees”). The Fees are set forth in an exhibit to this Agreement and incorporated herein and made a part hereof. 

Player Fees cover the expense of the league fees, coaches, tournaments, baseballs and various training equipment, practices, fields, insurance, indoor facilities, uniforms, gear etc. 

If you choose to leave GRIT or you and/or the player is dismissed from the team due to rule violations; or disciplinary reasons, these Fees are non-refundable. In short—the fees are non-refundable. 

When your team is playing out of town, each parent is responsible financially for all meals and lodging or makes other arrangements if they are unable to accompany their child on trips. A team parent or GRIT Baseball administrator will send out hotel links prior to stay away tournaments to ease the process. 

Legal Action. In the event GRIT institutes legal action to recover any amounts owed by the Family to GRIT, the parties agree that the amount to be recovered, and any judgment to be entered, shall include the full accelerated Fee(s) as set forth in this Agreement. The Family shall pay all ancillary fees incurred by GRIT in pursuing any and all Fees owed by Family, including all reasonable attorney fees. The Parties waive trial by jury in any action between them. The Family shall not be permitted to interpose any counterclaim; any action by Family against GRIT must be commenced within one year of the accrual of the cause of action or shall be barred. All actions and proceedings against GRIT must be based on the provisions of this Agreement. Any other action the Customer may have or bring against GRIT in respect to other services rendered in connection with this Agreement shall be deemed to have been merged in and be restricted to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.

III - GC GRIT BASEBALL, RULES FOR PLAYERS AND PARENTS 

A. PARENTAL PARTICIPATION – EXPECTATIONS AND RULES: 

The success of GRIT depends on the commitment of everyone in our organization. Parents are encouraged

to attend practices and games. You may be called upon to help with practice drills, scorekeeping and other items – if you are; thank you for participating; if you are not, thank you for respecting the coaches.

1. We want GRIT to be known as a “FIRST CLASS ORGANIZATION.” We ask that parents, relatives and friends attending the games to never abuse umpires, opposing coaches or players as well as our own players in any way. Allow the players to play the game as they have been coached. AS MOM ALWAYS SAID: IF YOU HAVE NOTHING TO NICE TO SAY, DON’T SAY ANYTHING!

2. During games, parents are asked to remain 50 FEET AWAY  from the dugouts and the backstop area unless asked by the coaches. Players are instructed not to talk to their parents and friends while a game is in process. And please allow the only adult contact with your son during a game to be the coaching staff. Let the players play and the coaches: Coach. Regarding equipment, the players are responsible for their own equipment – let them take care of it; ultimately, it will help them later in life!

3. Any parent challenging the authority of a GRIT Baseball coach will be asked to leave. Verbal or physical abuse of the coaches will not be tolerated. 

4. GRIT also reserves the right to “suspend” parents from attending games. Please behave as you would like your children to behave. 

5. Parents may have concerns or questions and are required to follow the proper procedure: 

Never address the coach before, during or immediately following a game or practice as the 24 hour rule is always in effect. 

• Never discuss other players when addressing a concern. 

• Email (especially REPLY ALL) is not the preferred method of communication and it IS NOT a good tool for conflict resolution. It is simply for fact gathering. 

GAMECHANGER MESSENGER is a great app/feature. HOWEVER it is not a forum for your concerns, critiques or questions outside of the baseball realm.  It is to be used for game/practice/tournament information. There is a direct message feature so if you feel the need to ask a specific question through this app, go about it that way. 

B. PLAYING TIME: 

Playing time will be monitored by the coaches. Playing time is earned by hard work and performance/attendance in practice and in the games. IT IS NOT GUARANTEED! The coach will determine the best playing positions for each child. It is the goal of GRIT to put players in positions in which we feel each child will have the most success. If and when the GRIT coaches feel that the players should experience multiple positions throughout the season, this will take place. 

C. PLAYERS – RULES AND EXPECTATIONS: 

1. Players are not allowed to argue with coaches, parents or umpires for any reason. 

2. Foul language and profanity should not be used at any time. 

3. Good sportsmanship is a quality that is exemplified by our players. Taunting of teammates, opposing players and fans or umpires will not occur. 

4. Self indulgence by players, such as hanging one’s head after an error or mental mistake or pout over a

personal failure, will have no place on the team. Controlling your emotions is critical at all times.

5. Insubordination and repeated poor behavior is not tolerated. 

VIOLATIONS OF ANY OF THE FOREGOING OR A COMBINATION THEREOF MAY RESULT IN A SUSPENSION OR EXPULSION FROM THE TEAM. 

D. PLAYERS – RULES AND EXPECTATIONS: 

The rules and expectations listed herein place to ensure the quality development of our teams while maintaining the integrity of our organization. Any violations of these rules by parents or players will be handled by the following manner. 

1. A formal warning will be issued and documented. 

2. A suspension from participation will be issued and documented. 

3. Possible expulsion from the GRIT Baseball program.

Please take note that the foregoing is a guideline and will be followed at the discretion of the coaches. Nothing will be done in an egregious or capricious manner; however, if the offense committed by the FAMILY is egregious enough GRIT reserves the right to immediately suspend and/or expel the player immediately (without a warning). It’s youth baseball folks – let’s have fun!

PARENT/PLAYER CONTRACT SIGNATURE FORM

Please fill in and sign below. PLEASE TAKE NOTE THAT YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY ACTIVITY PRIOR TO SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT.

I hereby (player & parent) accept the foregoing contract, and all terms and conditions thereof (SECTION I, II, III). 

IV - GC GRIT BASEBALL MEDIA CONSENT

For the purpose of promoting GRIT, I give consent for the above named player to have his image displayed on the Get Coached Consulting/GRIT/Bear Down Baseball Club/GC Baseball Club/NES website or other promotional media used by the organization. Only team/club related information will be used in such promotions. 

IV - Agreement to Participate With Waiver and Release Liability 

Disclaimer: Get Coached GRIT; Get Coached Baseball Club; Northeast Supreme Baseball and Softball Facility, Bat Cave and agents, employees, sponsors, volunteers, owners, lessor’s of the premises are not responsible for any injury (or loss of property) suffered by any person while playing, practicing, or engaging in any activity whatsoever at any Baseball Field and/or facility. This includes the acts or omissions of Get Coached, GRIT, its agents, employees, sponsors, volunteers, owners, lessor’s of the premises and all others that are involved.

In consideration of my being allowed to participate in the Baseball Activities (defined in additional waiver below), and related events and activities, I hereby release and covenant not to sue Get Coached GRIT; Get Coached Baseball Club; Northeast Supreme Baseball and Softball Facility; Bat Cave  its affiliates or any of its or their respective officers, directors, representatives, employees, sponsors, volunteers, lessors, instructors or agents for any and all present or future claims resulting from the acts or omissions of Get Coached GRIT; Get Coached Baseball Club; Northeast Supreme Baseball and Softball Facility; Bat Cave, or others listed for property damage, personal injury or wrongful death, arising as a result of my engaging in or receiving instruction in the Get Coached GRIT; Get Coached Baseball Club; Northeast Supreme Baseball and Softball Facility; Bat Cave  programs and the activities incidental thereto, wherever, whenever or however same may occur. I hereby voluntarily waive any and all claims that may be made by me, my family, estate, heirs, agents, representatives, or assigns resulting from the acts or omissions Get Coached GRIT; Get Coached Baseball Club; Northeast Supreme Baseball and Softball Facility; Bat Cave  both present and future.

I am aware that baseball is a vigorous team sport that at times involves severe cardiovascular stress and violent physical contact. I understand that baseball involves certain risks, including but not limited to death, serious neck and spinal injuries resulting in complete or partial paralysis, brain damage, injury to virtually all bones, joints, muscles and internal organs, and that equipment provided for my protection may be inadequate to prevent serious injury. I further understand that baseball involves a particularly high risk of ankle and knee injury.

I understand that my participation at Get Coached GRIT; Get Coached Baseball Club; Northeast Supreme Baseball and Softball Facility; Bat Cave  involves activities incidental thereto; including but not limited to travel to and from site, off site travel to other events and activities not affiliated with Get Coached GRIT; Get Coached Baseball Club; Northeast Supreme Baseball and Softball Facility; Bat Cave participation at these other events and activities may be at sites that are remote from available medical assistance and there may be risk from the conduct of other participants. I am voluntarily participating in these activities with full knowledge of the possible dangers involved and hereby agree to accept any and all inherent risks of property damage, personal injury or death. I understand that this waiver is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the State of New York and agree that if any portion is held invalid, the remainder of the waiver will continue in full force and effect. I further agree that the venue for any legal proceeding shall be in the courts of the State of New York and that the laws that will apply will be the laws of the State of New York.

I affirm that I have read and fully understand the content of this Waiver and Release of Liability and am freely signing this agreement, and that I am giving up my legal rights and/or remedies which may be available to me for the acts or omissions of any of the parties listed above. 

For parents/guardians of participants of minority age (Under 18 years old at the time of this registration) This is to certify that I, as parent/guardian with legal responsibility for this Participant, have indeed read the Agreement to Participate With Waiver and Release Liability and I agree, for myself, my heirs, assigns and next of kin, to release and hold harmless and waive subrogation to Get Coached GRIT; Get Coached Baseball Club; Northeast Supreme Baseball and Softball Facility, Bat Cave  and all others from any and all liabilities incident to my minor child’s involvement or participation in these outlined activities or programs as provided above, even if arising from the acts or omissions, to the fullest extent permitted by law. I further agree to instruct my minor child to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation in the program or activity itself. If they are behaving in such a way that is not in compliance with the terms and conditions for participation in the program or activity, I will remove my child from participation and bring such to the attention of the nearest Get Coached GRIT; Get Coached Baseball Club; Northeast Supreme Baseball and Softball Facility, Bat Cave official immediately.