2024 Season
Join the Ajax Baseball Family
Register for The Spartan Academy
Please be advised the time and location has changed
If you are interested in an advanced baseball experience for your child, an Ajax resident and you child was born in 2017, please register for tryouts for the following dates:
When:
- March 19th @ 6pm
- March 26th @ 6pm
Location:
Vimy Ridge Public School
40 Telford St., Ajax, ON
What is the Spartan Academy?
Ajax Baseball’s Director of Elite Programs to Lead EOBA Team at 2024 Ontario Summer Games
Ajax Baseball is excited to announce that Paul VanWiechen, our Director of Elite Programs and current 15U Elite Head Coach, will lead a select team of players from the Eastern Ontario Baseball Association (EOBA) to compete in the 2024 Ontario Summer Games. The Games, which will take place in London from August 1-4, will host 3,500 youth athletes from across Ontario, competing in 18 different sports.
Players born in 2009 who are rostered with an EOBA or Elite Baseball League of Ontario (EBLO) team are eligible to try out for a spot. Details posted on the EOBA website.
Ajax Tournament Hotel Booking Info
Please click the dates below to see hotel booking options:
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
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.