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Welcome to the Dallas Baseball Alliance!

 

To join the Dallas Baseball Alliance, simply fill out the registration form on this page. The information is submitted to the webmaster and once received, you will receive confirmation within 48 hours or less.

 

        DALLAS BASEBALL ALLIANCE HANDBOOK 2012

(To print handbook, click here)

 

Program Overview

On behalf of the Dallas Baseball Alliance, it is our pleasure to welcome you to the team

We are grateful you have chosen the Dallas Baseball Alliance for your son or daughter's youth baseball experience The mission of the Dallas Baseball Alliance is to "motivate student-athletes to achieve excellence in all that they do." Since 2006, the Dallas Baseball Alliance has provided a structured program for over 6,000 student-athletes both local and nationally.

 

The Dallas Baseball Alliance is entering its 4th year of existence and our original focus has remained steadfast: an instruction-based program with former professioal and college level instructors and coaches available to teach your child the game of baseball. 

 

Our instructors include:

 

  • John Darjean-former NY Yankee and DBA Hitting Instructor
  • Bryan Clark-former MLB Pitcher with the Toronto Blue Jays and DBA PItch Instructor
  • Anthony Coleman-former assistant coach-Prairie View A&M
  • Lee Gwaltney-former Chicago Cub Pitcher
  • Kenny Gilbert Jr.-Current Professional and former pick of the Chicago White Sox
  • Mike Smith-former Philadelphia Phillie
  • Bill Carlson-former San Francisco Giant
  • Brandon Brooks-current Prairie View A&M student-athlete
  • Bernard Walker-former Cincinnati Red
  • Easter Gabriel-Texas Sports Hall of Fame track star and DBA Speed Trainer
Registration Process
Players may be registered by the following methods:
  • Online (this page); both registration and payment may be made online. Forms of payment include Paypal, Visa, Mastercard and Discover
  • You may register in person at Thurgood Marshall recreation Center located at 5150 Mark Trail Way (DBA Elite program only)
Program Structure
The Dallas Baseball Alliance is made up of several parts including instruction, league play, clinics and tournaments.

 

  • Instruction
  • School based clinics throughout Dallas and Lancaster
  • "Consistent Baseball" with John Darjean
  • Private and Group Pitching clinics with Lee Gwaltney and Bryan Clark
  • Speed training with Easter Gabriel

League Play

The Dallas Baseball Alliance has several avenues to participate in league play. We began an elite level program in 2011 in addition to our regular program. Below you will find where your child's level of play will fit. All of our programs include an instructional component. 
  • DBA Regular League
  • This program is for players whom are new to baseball and are still learning the game
  • Most games will be local in the Dallas area
  • The leagues we affiliate with for this league are RBI, MJBL and Best Southwest Baseball
  • We are the baseball arm of the Dallas Police Athletic League and along with DPAL, we partner with the City of Dallas and Dallas ISD and the Texas Rangers on Major League Baseball's RBI program
  • Both the Dallas ISD and certain Lancaster ISD schools are part of this program

DBA Elite

  • Currently three teams: 6u, 12u and High School

  • Teams play in competitive tournaments
  • Teams travel out of town

Team Texas Elite

  • A joint venture between the Dallas Baseball Alliance and other statewide organizations including the Heroes, Houston RBI and CAAPS school of baseball to name a few
  • A new program consisting of some of the top 12u players from across Texas
  • A program of national caliber focusing on high profile national tournaments
  • Will be expanded in the future to include multiple age groups

The Dallas Baseball Alliance is affiliated with several youth baseball organizations which allow for a full baseball experience for your child involving both local and national exposure as well as cultural experiences for your child. Those organizations include:

  • M.J.B.L.-Metropolitan Jr. Baseball League
  • U.S.S.S.A.-United States Specialty Sports Association-A national youth sports organization
  • B.S.B.-Best Southwest League-A local recreational youth baseball league based in Cedar Hill for ages tee ball and up
  • R.B.I.-Reviving Baseball in the Inner Cities-Major League Baseball's youth baseball program
  • S.W.C.-Southwest Classic-A competitive youth baseball league for ages 8 and up. Includes the cities of DeSoto, Red Oak, Waxahachie, Ovilla, Duncanville, Dallas and Cedar Hill. A U.S.S.S.A. affiliate.
  • A.A.U.-Amateur Athletic Union-A national youth sports organization
  • Grand Prairie League-A local competitive baseball league based in Grand Prairie. A U.S.S.S.A. affiliate.

Clinics

The Dallas Baseball Alliance provides instructor based clinics including:

  • Baseball in the Mall-a free baseball clinic at Southwest Center Mall
  • Dallas ISD-school based clinics which are taught either during PE class or after-school
  • Lancaster ISD-school based clinics which are taught either during PE class or after-school
  • City of Dallas-roving clinics at various facilities throughout Dallas
  • Coach Clinic-performed in conjunction with CAAPS School of Baseball by nationally renowned former Major League Baseball scout Martin Stringer.
  • is a year around baseball program with a focus on teaching the fundamentals of baseball to baseball players of all ages.

Tournaments

The Dallas Baseball Alliance allows for a great experience for its players on both the local and national stage. Some of the national tournaments that we either participate in or have our sights on:

  • The Classic/Black World Series-held in Richmond, Virginia for ages 8u, 10u, 12u, 14u, 16u and 18u
  • AAU- a win your way in national tournament with regional championships leading up to the Grand Nationals in Florida.
  • NYBC-National Youth Baseball Championship-draws all  major youth baseball leagues each year for a 10u and 12u championship. Leagues include: AAU, USSSA, Cal Ripken, Babe Ruth, Super Series, Pony, AABC, NABF
  • Little Majors-a major league themed tournament of highly competitive programs from across the nation. Held in Mansfield

General Costs

Costs vary depending on the chosen program, each program includes instructional components.

 

Regular League

  • From $10.00-$135 per season depending on league
  • Some programs include uniforms
  • Insurance
  • Uniform-$40.00 includes cap, jersey, pants, socks and belt

DBA Elite

  • Tryouts
  • Annual Cost: $900 for Best Southwest League
  • Includes league fees, uniform, equipment, insurance and tournaments
  • Includes monthly payment option
  • Features out of town travel
  • Coach fee of $25.00 per month included

 Team Texas Elite

  • Tryouts
  • Annual Cost: $550 per year 
  • Includes travel to multiple national tournaments including Puerto Rico
  • Includes hotel
  • Includes uniform
  • 10 or more pitchers on roster
  • An on staff pitching expert to tutor pitchers
  • A minimum 8-week mandatory weekly pitching regimen
  • Potential visibility on Major League Baseball network
  • Play at prestigious facilities such as ESPN Complex in Orlando
  • Cultural exchange and meeting players from all across the nation
  • website: www.elitebaseballtexas.com

John Darjean's Consistent Baseball (includes hitting and fundamentals)

  • $25 per week

Group Instruction on Pitching and Speed Training

$10.00 per player (minimum of 10 players in group)

 

Expectations

Of course, within Dallas Baseball Alliance's programs there are expectations of all involved.


 

Expectations of Players

  • Must be committed to program
  • Take no plays off, maintain high level of play consistently in practice and in games
  • Participate in pitching instruction (age appropriate)
  • Respect coaching staff
  • Volunteer/Mentor others
Expectations of Parents
  • Ensure players arrive to practices and games as requested
  • Respect coaching staff
  • Ensure financial responsibilities are completed in timely manner
  • Establish open line of communication with coaching staff

Expectations of Dallas Baseball Alliance staff

  • Provide for the safety of child
  • Establish open line of communication with parents and players
  • Provide evaluations of players
  • Inspire players to achieve excellence in their on and off field pursuits

2012 General Season Timeline (subject to change)

  • January-Practice
  • February-Practice and Tournaments for some teams
  • March 7-Coach Clinic, 6p-8p at Samuel Grand Park
  • March 12-15,Spring Break Clinic, Daily, 1p-5p, Samuel Grand Park
  • March 24-Season Begins
  • April-League play continues
  • May-League play continues
  • June-Tournaments
  • June-Tournaments
  • July-Tournaments
  • August-Tournaments
  • September-Tournaments, League Play
  • October-Tournaments, League Play
  • November-Tournaments, League Play
  • December-Season break

Field Locations (other locations to be added)

  • Royce Clayton-1700 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Lancaster
  • Cedardale-1930 Cedardale Rd, Lancaster
  • Daneidale-500 W. Wheatland Rd
  • Carter High School, 1819 W. Wheatland Rd

Individual Equipment

Parents should provide bat and glove for player as well as other items such as batting globes. If available, the Dallas Baseball Alliance may provide team bats and team gloves that may be loaned out with a refundable deposit of $25.


Safety

Safety is very important to the Dallas Baseball Alliance.

Here is our Safety Manual:  Dallas Baseball Alliance Safety Manual

 

Rainouts

When weather is inclement, parents should call the rain out hotline at 214 402-4898 for updates. On day of game, a decision will be made 2 hours prior to game time. As as example, if game is set for 8 a.m., parents may contact rain out hotline as early as 6 a.m. to find out if game will be played, cancelled or delayed.

 

How teams are selected

1. Maximum roster size per team is 13 players unless otherwise noted.

2. All teams in need of players are matched up with new registrants until the 13 player  maximum is reached.

3. New registrants whom desire to play on certain teams and/or play with a sibling will be handled on a case by case basis with the goal to satisfy the customer without compromising the integrity of the league selection process. 

 

Schedules

Schedules will be posted  prior to season beginning on Dallas Baseball Alliance website.

 

Special Notice Regarding Bats for 2012

 

2012 USSSA rule change regarding bat BPF
USSSA has implemented new rules for baseball bats beginning with the 2012 season. Every coach, parent and player should be aware of these new regulations so they can be in compliance for the 2012 Spring season.
 
Beginning in 2012, only bats with the new USSSA 1.15 BPF mark will be allowed in USSSA play. All other bats will no longer be allowed in USSSA play as of January 1, 2012. 
 
MAA In-House, Power, and Metro Select teams all follow USSSA equipment standards.  As such, beginning with the 2012 baseball season MAA will require compliance with the 2012 USSSA rule changes regarding eligible bats.
 
If you are considering purchasing a bat, please be aware that many bats, including ones players may have used for years, will not be eligible for use in 2012 if they are not clearly marked with the USSSA 1.15 BPF marking. 
 
Beginning with the 2012 season all non-wood baseball bats (aluminum, composites and others) used in USSSA play shall be printed with a BPF ("bat performance factor") of 1.15 or less. Bats with a BPF higher that 1.15, or without a BPF printed (or not legible) on the bat, are not permitted for use. 
Bat Performance Factor ("BPF") is the standard for bat safety. BPF is a measure of a non-wood bat's performance relative to wood bats. A BPF of 1.15 means that bat will perform at a rate of 115% to a similar-sized wood bat.

Most non-wood bats manufactured over the past few years have been permanently imprinted with the BPF. To comply with the new regulation, bats used USSSA play must display a BPF of 1.15 or less.
 
See the link to the USSSA rules below for more information on bat eligibility and BPF.


 


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