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Rep Program Overview
Are you ready to wear the Spartans’ green and gold to play at the pinnacle of youth baseball in Southern Ontario?
Our prestigious Rep program invites all young athletes, regardless of gender, aged 8-18, to represent the Ajax Spartans and challenge themselves in the highest competitive youth league available.
Elevate Your Game
As a Spartan athlete, you’ll journey across Southern Ontario, showcasing your skills in 3-4 dynamic tournaments each season. Expect the thrill of competition, with at least one tournament requiring an exhilarating overnight stay.
Regular season play includes one to two games weekly, supplemented by focused weekly practices led by dedicated coaches. Our home games are held at the prestigious Ajax Sportsplex located at the north east corner of Taunton and Audley.
Off-season, our training intensifies—especially from February to April—preparing you rigorously in school gyms or state-of-the-art sports facilities.
Geographic Reach
Our teams span a wide geographic circuit, competing from Pickering in the west to Kingston in the east and north to Peterborough. As players mature, opportunities expand to face teams from as far away as Ottawa and the Toronto/York Region, enhancing exposure and competitive play.
Tryouts and Team Formation
Mark your calendars! Tryouts commence mid-September each year, with schedules available on our website. Prospective players must register with ASMBA, cover a nominal tryout fee, and be an Ajax resident or have a release from your home association. The formation of Rep teams hinges on tryout turnouts and the availability of committed volunteer coaches and managers.
Investment in Excellence
Being part of a Rep team involves higher commitment and costs, reflecting the advanced level of play and travel. Many teams engage in fundraising to help manage team costs effectively.
Join Our Coaching Staff
Think you have what it takes to guide our Rep teams? We’re in search of leaders who possess not only a coaching certificate but also a passion for baseball and youth development. Applications for Head Coaches are accepted in August, followed by a thorough interview process, including background checks to ensure a safe environment for our players.
Season and Playoffs
The season kicks off in early May, building up to playoffs in mid-August and culminating in the provincial championships over Labour Day weekend—with the exception of the 18u level, which concludes earlier.
Have Questions About Our Rep Program?
We’re here to help! Whether you’re curious about registration, schedules, or just want to learn more about our program, our Rep Conveneor, Mike Calderaro is ready to assist you with any inquiries.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out with your questions. You can contact Mike at:
Email: repconvenor.asmba@gmail.com
Umpires Needed for the 2024 Season!
The Ajax Spartans Minor Baseball Association is currently seeking new and experienced umpires to join our team for the upcoming 2024 season.
If you are interested in becoming an umpire please send a resume directly to our Umpire & Chief – John Petsinis
Your resume should include the following:
- any baseball experience
- why you want to become an umpire
- any work experience (ie babysitting, lawn care, etc.)
- current grade you are in
- any other accomplishments
We are excited to for you to join our team!
Applications will be taken up to February 2nd.
2024 Tournament Registrations
Hotel Booking Options
Ajax Baseball Tournament
May 24 – 26, 2024
Mega Tournament
Aug 02 – 04, 2024
2023 Annual General Meeting
Thank you to everyone who attended our 2023 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING last night at St. Bernadette’s.
We appreciate your time, efforts and commitment to improving baseball for the Ajax community.
We will be updating out Executive Members contact list over the next few days.
2024 Rep Head Coaches
2024 Rep Coaches and Contact Info (doc)
Here’s a list at the head coaches leading Ajax Baseball Rep teams in the 2024 season
Please contact Mike Calderaro repconvenor.asmba@gmail.com for more info.
Team | Head Coach |
---|---|
8uT1 | Allen Reeder |
9uT1 | Bryan Manuel |
10uT1 | TJ Kemp |
10uT2 | Phil Ribeiro |
11uT1 | Mark Samson |
12uT1 AAA | Stan Simons |
12uT2 | Jamie Cusack |
13uT1 | Jeremiah Gonsalves |
14uT1 | Andy Topolie |
14uT2 | Mike Taylor |
15uT1 Elite | Paul VanWiechen |
15uT2 | Jamie Tessier |
16uT1 | Andrew Gibb |
18uT1 | Jennifer Brokelman |
22uT1 | Sanj Thakore |
Senior | Doug Wilton |
10U T2 Tryout Registration now available
We have folded our 13uT2 team. We are looking at an 11uT2 team as well. If you are interested, please contact Mike Calderaro at repconvenor.asmba@gmail.com
Ajax Sapartans 2024 Rep Tryouts Info
Tryout Registration is available on TeamSnap ($20 fee) –> https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/394046
Rep Tryout Schedule – Any schedule changes will be updated on the doc.
Congrats to Ajax Spartans 2023 14uAA player, Peyton Chung!
Peyton was selected to play for Team Ontario 16u who recently won SILVER at the National Championships in Summerside, PEI.
https://www.playoba.ca/news/team-ontario-captures-silver-at-16u-girls-national
John Petsinis and his 3 sons are featured this week in a DurhamRegion.com article
John and his sons Bailey, Bryce and Blake, have been part of our baseball family for many years and Ajax Baseball couldn’t be more proud of the Petsinis family for role modelling how participation in local team sports can strengthen family bonds.
Read article here:
Ajax father and 3 sons are longtime referees, umpires in local leagues
2023 Ajax Spartans Rep Tryout Schedules and Contacts
Please find your tryout date below. For registration form please click here.
For ball diamond locations and directions please click here.
8U (AA/A) – Contact Wael Gergis waaaoola@hotmail.com
- Tues Sept 13 @ 5:30pm Cedar North
- Mon Sept 19 @ 6pm Cedar South
- Mon Sept 26 @ 6:pm – 8pm Cedar
9U (AA/A) – Contact TJ Kemp tjkemp15@gmail.com
- Mon Sept 19 @ 5:30pm Cedar North
- Tues Sept 20 @ 5:30pm Cedar North
- Wed Sept 21 @ 5:30pm Cedar North
10U (AA/A) – Contact Jen Brokelman jenniferbrokelman@gmail.com
- Thurs Sept 8 @ 6:30pm Cedar North
- Additional Tryout Dates TBD (week of Sept 19)
11U (AAA/AA/A) – Contact Gabe Helbig gabrielhelbig@hotmail.com
- Tues Sept 20 @ 6:30pm SP3
- Wed Sept 21 @ 6:30pm SP3
- Thurs Sept 22 @ 6:30pm Miller South
- Fri Sept 23 @ 6:30pm SP3
12U (AA.A) – Contact Mike Wright mike@meshdiversity.com
- Thurs Sept 15 @ 6:30pm Miller South
- Sun Sept 18 @ 3pm Cedar North
- Mon Sept 19 @ 6:30pm Miller North
- Wed Sept 21 @ 6:30pm Miller South
13U (AA/A) – Contact Andy Topolie topolie44@yahoo.ca
- Sat Sept 17 @ 10am SP3
- Wed Sept 21 @ 6:30pm SP2
- Thurs Sept 22 @ 6:30pm Miller North
- Sat Sept 24 @ 10am SP3
14U (AAA/AA/A) – Contact Mike Chung michaelachung@gmail.com
- Fri Sept 16 @ 6:30pm SP5
- Wed Sept 21 @ 6:30pm SP6
- Thurs Sept 22 @ 6:30pm SP6
15U (A) – Contact Andrew Gibb andrew4087@yahoo.ca
- Mon Sept 19 @ 6:30 – 9pm SP5
- Tues Sept 20 @ 6:30 – 9pm SP6
16U (AA/A) – Contact Devinder Dutt devinder_p_dutt@homedepot.com
- Thurs Sept 8 @ 6:30pm SP5
- Sat Sept 10 @ 1pm SP5
- Sat Sept 24 @ 10am – 1pm SP6
18U (A) – Contact Kris Sarran sarran@rogers.com
- Thurs Sept 15 @ 6:30pm SP6
- Fri Sept 16 @ 6:30pm SP6
- Sun Sept 18 @ 1pm SP6