Baseball is back in Manitoba!
Phase 1 - Training began on June 26, 2021.
Phase 2 - Competition began on July 5, 2021.
All decisions are be based upon Manitoba Public Health Orders. Read our latest Return to Play Update here.
2021 Return to Play Document
RETURN TO PLAY DOCUMENT - VERSION 7 - AMENDED SEPTEMBER 3, 2021
Baseball Manitoba Health and Safety Video
COVID-19 Ballpark Signage
Health and Safety Coordinator Resources:
Indoor Training Checklist
2021 Return to Play Member Checklists: Training and Competition
These checklists are to be used in conjunction with the Return to Play document.
TRAINING CHECKLISTS:
Health and Safety Coordinator Training Checklist
Parent/Guardian/Spectator Training Checklist
Umpire and Clinician Training Checklist
Ballpark Maintenance Staff Training Checklist
COMPETITION CHECKLISTS:
Health and Safety Coordinator Competition Checklist
Parent/Guardian/Spectator Competition Checklist
Ballpark Maintenance Staff Competition Checklist
2021 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Where can I find the 2021 Baseball Manitoba Waiver and Release? The updated Waiver and Release, which contains information related to COVID-19, has been signed by all new registrants through RAMP.
Are indoor training sessions allowed? Yes. Indoor sporting facilities may open if the operator of the facility complies with all requirements of the current Public Health Orders.
Are outdoor training session allowed? Yes, outdoor training sessions began on June 26, 2021.
How many Participants can attend practices and games? There is currently no limit on participant group numbers.
How many Spectators are allowed at practices and games? Currently, the number of spectators at an outdoor sporting or recreational facility must not exceed 50% of the usual spectator capacity of the facility. Young children do count as a part of the spectator maximum. So, parents with young children will have to plan for this. If you are watching a practice or competition from the inside of, or immediately beside, your vehicle in a public parking lot or on a public roadway, you do not count as a spectator.
Are competitions allowed? Yes, competition began on July 5, 2021.
Are tournaments allowed? Yes.
Do players have to wear masks outdoors? No, players are encouraged to wear masks when not engaged in physical activity and when they are unable to properly physical distance (2m).
Do coaches have to wear masks outdoors? No, coaches are encouraged to wear a mask when not engaged in physical activity or cannot properly Physical Distance (2m)
Do umpires have to wear masks outdoors? No, umpires are encouraged to wear a mask when not engaged in physical activity or cannot properly Physical Distance (2m)
Why do our organized baseball activities differ from regular outdoor activities, within the Public Health Orders? General outdoor activities guidelines do not apply to “organized sport”. Organized Sport is under it's own "Sector", much like schools, restaurants, fitness facilities, retails stores, etc. Outdoor Sport and Recreation is covered under Section 13 of the Public Health Orders.
Do double vaccinated people have to self-isolate for 14 days when returning from out of Province? No, according to Public Health Orders, they do not. People who are not double vaccinated, however, still need to self-isolate for 14 days when they return from out of Province.
Where can I find more information? All baseball related information is found on this web page. For more information, please use the following links:
Manitoba Public Health Orders (Current)
Manitoba Public Health Resources (Current)
Province of MB - COVID Response Feb 2021
Restoring Safe Services - Sports Guidelines
Risk Assessment and Mitigation Tool for Recreational Activities
