GBI Merchandise Information
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This spring season, GBI has scheduled two(2) periods of time that merchandise orders will be collected at the new OnLine Store. During the periods the store is closed orders will be processed, individually packaged, and delivered to the GBI complex on specific dates for pickup. The exact dates of merchandise pickups will be posted on the GBI website. Proceeds from all merchandise sales will go towards the GBI Building Fund.
Initial merchandise orders are now available for pick up at GBI concession stand. The GBI merchandise store has reopened for the second time period and will take orders until Friday, May 24th. These orders will be delivered to the GBI Complex and may be picked up on/ or about Friday, Saturday, June 6th.
A few notes regarding the GBI Merchandise OnLine Store ordering process:
Please disregard Steps 4 & 5.
Step 4: Delivery Method – Please disregard the Pickup From School option. All orders will be individually packaged and only be delivered to the GBI complex for pickup.
Step 5: Payment Method – Please disregard the PayPal option. Additional payment methods, including PayPal, are offered after Step 6: Confirm Order is completed.
In order to delete an item or adjust the quantity, you must go to the Shopping Cart tab.
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Raffle Tickets
Each season GBI participates in a no-nonsense fundraiser: a raffle. A $40.00 fee is included in your registration fee to cover the purchase of eight raffle tickets. You have the option to sell your tickets and get your fee back. In the spring the Grand Prize will be drawn at Opening Day Ceremonies and Door Prizes will be drawn throughout the Day. In the fall the Grand Prize will be drawn on Championship Night.
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Due to wet field conditions, games for Tuesday, May 21, 2013 have been postponed.
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Shetland League (4/5) Tee Ball
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The Shetland Tee Ball League is a tee ball league - the players will hit off of a tee. Players age five have the option of participating in the Shetland Tee Ball or Coach Pitch League, depending on their level of ability. If your child will play in this league, they will not try out. The coaches of this program select the teams in conjunction with the League Director. Players of the same household are assigned to the same team. This is an introductory and instructional league only.
David Ferris, Shetland League Director (Email Me)
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Shetland League (5/6) Coach Pitch
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The Shetland Coach Pitch league is a coach pitch league - the players will hit off of a tee after four pitches from the coach. Players age five have the option of participating in the Shetland Tee Ball or Coach Pitch League, depending on their level of ability. If your child will play in this league, they will not try out. The coaches for this program select the teams in conjunction with the League Director. Players of the same household are assigned to the same team. This is an introductory and instructional league only.
David Ferris, Shetland League Director (Email Me)
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| Pinto League (7/8) |
The Pinto League is a coach pitch league and works to get the player ready for the Mustang League where players will pitch for the first time. While this League remains grounded in the teachings of fundamental instruction, The Pinto League season differs from the Shetland League in that score is kept and the concept of winning/losing with grace is developed. Please contact League Director with questions.
Michael Brown, Pinto League Director (Email Me)
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| Mustang League (9/10) |
The Mustang League introduces the player to a more traditional game of baseball where coaches coach and players pitch. The pitcher's mound is 44' and the bases are 60'. The baserunners will be able to lead off and the pitchers will be taught to pitch from the stretch position. Due to the dimensions of our field and issues relating to the safety of the kids in the GBI complex, big barrel bats will not be allowed.
Mike Mitchell, Mustang League Director (Email Me)
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| Bronco League (11/12) |
The Bronco League works to prepare the player for the next level of baseball - either Middle School or  the GBI Pony League, where the player will be on a full size field, while teaching the fundamentals of the game. The pitcher's mound will be moved to 48' and the bases will be moved to 70'. The baserunners will be able to lead off and the pitchers will be taught to pitch from the stretch position. Due to the dimensions of our field and issues relating to the safety of the kids in the GBI complex, big barrel bats will not be allowed.
Brian Hale, Bronco League Director (Email Me)
| Pony (13-15) & Colt (16-18) Leagues |
The Pony and Colt Leagues provide the player an opportunity to continue playing baseball through Middle and High School. Fundamentals are refined and skills sharpened as players participate on a full size field. The pitcher's mound is moved to 60' 6" and bases will be moved to 90'. The players will be allowed to use big barrel and wood bats.
Scott Wall, Pony League Director (Email me)
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Garner Select Baseball Program
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As an enhancement for our recreation league players, Garner Baseball participates in the Triangle Select League. The Select League is an elevated level of play that offers participants the opportunity to gain added experience at an all-star level. Teams are fielded based on age group interest and team rosters are determined by tryouts and/or invitation. Games are played on Sunday afternoons with optional tournament play. Participation in the Garner Baseball recreation league is required to be eligible.
Brandon Evans, Select Program Coordinator (Email me)
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| Garner Express Travel Baseball Program |
For the highly motivated and competitive player  Garner Baseball offers travel baseball through the Garner Express Travel Baseball Program. This program is an expansion of the Select program. The teams are known as the Garner Express. Teams are fielded based on age group imterest and team rosters are determined by tryouts. Participation on a Garner Express team requires a high level of commitment from both the participant and their parents. Garner Express teams participate in tournaments sanctioned by AAU, USSSA, Top Gun, and others throughout North Carolina and beyond.
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Upcoming Dates to Remember:
Championship Day - Saturday, June 8th
2013 GBI All-Stars
Garner Baseball Inc. is fielding All-Star teams in the Pinto, Mustang-9, Mustang, Bronco-11, and Bronco age groups this spring. Those selected to an All-Star team will be required to pay a registration fee of $60. Locations and approximate dates for All-Star tournaments are as follows:
Available to All Teams
SJBA Invitational - Smithfield, NC - 06/19/13 - 06/24/13
Pinto
Piedmont Region - Garner, NC - 07/05/13 - 07/07/13
Super Pinto Region - High Point, NC - 07/12/13 - 07/14/13 (must qualify)
Mustang-9
Piedmont Section - High Point, NC - 07/05/13 - 07/07/13
Mustang
Piedmont Section - High Point, NC - 07/10/13 - 07/13/13
Region - Mallard Creek, NC - 07/16/13 - 07/20/13 (must qualify)
Bronco-11
Piedmont Section - High Point, NC - 07/05/13 - 07/07/13
Region - To Be Determined - 07/10/13 - 07/13/13 (must qualify)
Bronco
Piedmont Section - Rockingham, NC - 07/10/13 - 07/13/13
Region - Deep Creek, VA - 07/17/13 - 07/20/13 (must qualify)
Note: If the Mustang-9 and Bronco-11 Section tournaments do not make, these teams will advance to the next tournament or participate in another local tournament.
Lost and Found
Please visit the concession stand for missing items
Mission Statement
Mission Statement: To educate children, promote physical activity, individual achievement, and teamwork in a family atmosphere through the game of baseball.
Garner Baseball Inc. (GBI) offers a variety of baseball programs for children ages 4 to 18. Providing more than just good clean fun, Garner Baseball brings families together on spring and fall days to watch their children play America's best game, baseball. At Garner Baseball, every child:
* Participates
* Grows
* Achieves
Our programs are staffed with trained and highly motivated coaches and assistants who focus on good fundamental baseball skills as well as:
* Sportsmanship
* Dedication
* Teamwork
* Personal Growth
* Accomplishment
The programs are broken down by age. Ages 4-5, 5-6, and 7-8 play in an introductory and instructional league sanctioned by PONY (Protect Our Nations Youth). Ages 8-18 compete in the PONY competitive recreational league. For participants looking to gain added experience at an all-star level, GBI participates in the Triangle Select League. For the advanced competitive player, GBI offers travel baseball through the Express Program.
We also offer tuition assistance and grants for disadvantaged families.
PONY Divisions for Spring 2013 Season
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PONY Standard Date of Birth |
Shetland 4/5 Tee Ball
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May 1, 2007- April 30, 2008 |
| Shetland 5/6 Coach Pitch |
May 1, 2006- April 30, 2008 |
| Pinto 7/8 |
May 1, 2004 - April 30, 2006 |
| Mustang 9/10 |
May 1, 2001- April 30, 2004 |
| Bronco 11/12 |
May 1, 2000 - April 30, 2002 |
| Pony 13-15 |
May 1, 1997 - April 30, 2000 |
Colt 16-18
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May 1, 1994- April 30, 1997 |
Garner Baseball is located at:
417 W Main St Garner, NC 27529
Send all correspondence to:
P.O. Box 1266
Garner, NC 27529
919-779-6911
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