THE Guyana Baseball League (GBL) is actively recruiting players for the male Under-15 division as they prepare for the Pan-American Under-15 Championship this year.
Currently there are four teams with 20 places per roster available. Selected players will play a series of practice games in January and February followed by full league play in March and April. The Guyana U-15 national team, expected to compete in the Pan-American championship, will be selected based on performance during the league games. This Pan-American tournament is the qualification of the world U-15 organised by IBAF the next year.Players born on or after January 1, 1996 to December 31, 1998, are eligible for this competition.
Open tryouts days are January 12, 13, 19 and 20. Players are asked to wear appropriate sport clothing, while equipment will be provided.
Daily schedule of tryout events includes catch play, timed 60-yard sprints, infield/outfield fielding drills and batting practice.
The GBL urges all players and parents to avail themselves of this opportunity to participate in this exciting sport. For further information, contact the GBL on telephone 614-4862 or 626-7522.