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                          Harrisburg Youth Athletics

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                          Harrisburg Youth Athletics partners with the Harrisburg Township Park District providing recreational and travel baseball and softball as well as recreational flag football to the surrounding communities.  Come join in on the fun.



                          2022 HYA Notices

                          2023 Baseball/Softball Travel Teams

                          HYA is pleased to announce that in 2023 they will offer tryouts for Travel Baseball and Travel Softball for anyone who participates in the 2023 Recreation League that meet the age requirements. 


                          Tryouts will be offered for Baseball 10U and 12U Teams and Softball 10U and 12U Teams. 


                          Travel teams will continue to play teams in the Southern Illinois area but could travel as far as Evansville IN, Paducah KY, or the St. Louis MetroEast Area.


                          HYA is also looking at having a 14U Boys Baseball Travel Team as well.  More details to come.


                          Please contact the Park Office (618-252-2111) with any questions.


                          2022 Flag Football Registration

                          2022 HYA Flag Football Registration begins today (July 11) and ends on Friday, August 19, 2022.  Flag Football is Co-Ed for boys and girls entering 1st through 6th Grades for the Fall 2022 School Year.


                          All games will be played on Saturdays at the Bill Rice Memorial Soccer Complex.  Practices will be at the Soccer Complex or the Shaw Street Practice Facility across from Gibbs Field in Paul Emery Park.


                          Game Times will not conflict with SYSA scheduled soccer games on Saturdays.

                          Three (3) Saturdays will be played in the morning session (9:00, 10:00, or 11:00 AM) and

                          Three (3) Saturdays will be played in the afternoon session (1:00, 2:00, or 3:00 PM).


                          Registration Fee is $50.  After game concession stand tickets will be included in the Registration cost.


                          Save the Date – HYA will hold a “Skills Camp” on Saturday, August 13th.  More details to come.


                          Participant Registration - External link opens in new tab or windowhttps://harrisburgparkdistrictsports.sportngin.com/register/form/547447840

                          Coach Registration - External link opens in new tab or windowhttps://harrisburgparkdistrictsports.sportngin.com/register/form/376332523




                          2021 HYA Notices

                          10/5/2021 - October Special Board Meeting

                          There will be a Special Board Meeting for HYA on Thursday, October 7th at 6:45 PM at the Harrisburg Township Park District Office, 921 W. Poplar Street.


                          7/12/2021 - HYA Flag Football Registration

                          Registration for HYA Flag Football begins today, July 12, 2021.


                          All Registrations will need to be completed online. Please visit the following website for links to the Registrations through SportsEngine:

                          External link opens in new tab or windowhttps://harrisburgparkdistrictsports.sportngin.com/page/show/5990616-registration


                          If you have any questions or issues please call the Harrisburg Township Park District Office at 618-252-2111.  Office Hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.


                          Also, if you are willing to coach (head or assistant) please fill out the additional Coach Registrations.


                          Flag Football Registration Instructions

                          2021 Flag Football Registration Instructions.pdf


                          2021 HYA Recreation Baseball/Softball Registration

                          HYA is now utilizing SportsEngine to register umpires for the 2021 Recreation Baseball and Softball Season.

                           

                          External link opens in new tab or windowClick Here to register to umpire.


                          If you have any questions please email External link opens in new tab or windowbemery@harrisburgpark.net or call the Park Office at External link opens in new tab or window618-252-2111.


                          More information can also be found at External link opens in new tab or windowwww.harrisburgpark.net/HYA-Umpires



                          Kiwanis / HYA 2021 Radio Auction - Click Here


                          2021 HYA Recreation Baseball/Softball Registration

                          External link opens in new tab or windowClick Here to Register for 2021 HYA Baseball / Softball Recreation League


                          External link opens in new tab or windowClick Here to Register to Coach/Volunteer for 2021 HYA Baseball / Softball


                          Registration Instructions

                          2021 Registration Instructions.pdf

                           

                          2020 HYA Notices

                          HYA Flag Football Updates

                          8/3/2020 – Flag Football - Harrisburg Youth Athletics (HYA) has made the decision to cancel the 2020 Flag Football Season.  Concerns about the health and safety of participants, volunteers, and all community members were at the forefront of the decision.  Also, the recently updated Restore Illinois Phase 4 Youth and Adult Sports Guidance does not allow Flag Football games to be played at this time.  We look forward to providing Flag Football next year and thanks for all the local support to HYA.


                          HYA Baseball/Softball Updates

                          7/20/2020 – Harrisburg Youth Athletics (HYA) has come to the difficult decision that we cannot guarantee we will have HYA Travel Teams for the 2021 Baseball/Softball Season.  With the rise in other organization travel teams in our area, we have had a difficult time competing with them to fill our travel team rosters.  HYA does not want to guarantee a travel team and then not have enough players tryout to fill the roster.  This, along with players not fully committing to the HYA Travel Teams, has been an issue lately.  If any travel group would like to remain or form an HYA Affiliated Travel Team for the 2021 Season we would gladly consider that request.  Please contact the park office if you would like more information.


                          6/10/2020 - Refunds - HYA will extend issuing refunds to paid participants of the 2020 Recreation Baseball/Softball Leagues until June 25, 2020. No refunds will be issued after June 25. You must call the Park Office at 618-252-2111 to schedule a pickup time for your refund. Thanks.


                          5/31/2020 - Harrisburg Youth Athletics has made the decision to cancel the 2020 Recreation Baseball & Softball Leagues.  Concerns about the health and safety of participants, volunteers, and all community members were at the forefront of all the decisions.  Information from the Restore Illinois Plan was also used as guidance in making decisions.  Refund information is listed below.


                          5/3/2020 - Harrisburg Youth Athletics continues to monitor the updates and guidelines issued by the State of Illinois on youth sports activities and social gatherings.  We also continue to have dialog with the Harrisburg Township Park District on when their facilities might start to reopen.  Based on the current information available, at this time we are issuing the following update:


                          HYA Baseball & Softball Programs - HYA has made the decision to suspend all activities through the end of May.  The season has NOT been canceled at this time.  The HYA Board will meet again on May 31, 2020 to reassess the situation and circumstances related to COVID-19.  The health, safety, and well-being of all our children, families, volunteers, and other community members is the top priority of HYA.  We hope to launch a revised 2020 baseball/softball season as soon as state and local health officials provide direction and guidance that we can safely host the expected experience in a safe environment.  Thank you for your patience and continued support during these challenging times.  The potential for a canceled season and refunds will be discussed at the May 31, 2020 Board Meeting.  More updates will be available June 1, 2020. 


                          4/6/2020 - At the HYA Board Meeting on April 5, 2020 it was decided to cancel all practices in April and cancel Picture Day on May 2nd.  At the May 3, 2020 HYA Board Meeting the Board will reevaluate the situation and decide how to proceed with the baseball/softball season at that time.


                          3/26/2020 - Your coach will notify you when practices will begin.


                          The HYA Umpires/Coaches Meeting for March 29th at 2:00 PM has been cancelled. 


                          HYA is not cancelling the baseball/softball season at this time.  Weekly and/or daily decisions to postpone practices and/or games will be made as we continue to take the coronavirus circumstances into consideration and as more information becomes available.  Please check our webpage External link opens in new tab or windowwww.harrisburgpark.net/HYA and the park Facebook page External link opens in new tab or windowwww.facebook.com/harrisburgparkdistrict/ for updates.  If you have any questions please contact the park office at 618-252-2111. 


                          Board

                          HYA Board Members

                          Blake Emery, President
                          Evan Denbow, Vice President
                          Kyle Harbison, Secretary

                          Lyndsi Apple
                          Brad Karnes

                          Matt Lewis

                          Lacee Upchurch

                           

                          Meetings:  Typically the first Sunday of each month at 7:15 PM at the Harrisburg Park Office.  Exact Meeting dates are listed below.  Contact Blake Emery  at bemery@harrisburgpark.net for more information or to be put on the agenda.


                          2023 HYA Board Meeting Dates:

                          January 8, February 4 - 8:30 AM, March 5, March 26 - 3:00 PM Gaskins City Complex, May 7, June 4, July 9, August 6, September 10, October 1, November 5, December 3


                          Meeting Agendas

                          September 8, 2019 Meeting Agenda

                          October 6, 2019 Meeting Agenda

                          November 3, 2019 Meeting Agenda

                          December 1, 2019 Meeting Agenda

                          January 5, 2020 Meeting Agenda

                          2020-JanuaryAgenda.pdf
                          2020-FebruaryAgenda.pdf
                          2020-MarchAgenda.pdf
                          2020-AprilAgenda.pdf
                          2020-MayAgenda.pdf
                          2020-JuneAgenda.pdf
                          2020-JulyAgenda.pdf
                          2020-AugustAgenda.pdf
                          2020-SeptemberAgenda.pdf
                          2020-OctoberAgenda.pdf
                          2020-NovemberAgenda.pdf
                          2020-DecemberAgenda.pdf

                          2021-JanuaryAgenda.pdf
                          2021-FebruaryAgenda.pdf
                          2021-MarchAgenda.pdf
                          2021-MarchEmergencyAgenda.pdf
                          2021-AprilAgenda.pdf
                          2021-JuneAgenda.pdf
                          2021-JulyAgenda.pdf
                          2020-AugustAgenda.pdf
                          2021-SeptemberAgenda.pdf
                          2021-OctoberAgenda.pdf
                          2021-OctoberAgenda-SpecialMeeting.pdf
                          2021-NovemberAgenda.pdf
                          2021-NovemberCommitteeAgenda.pdf
                          2021-DecemberAgenda.pdf
                          2022-JanuaryAgenda.pdf

                          2022-FebruaryAgenda.pdf
                          2022-MarchAgenda.pdf
                          2022-AprilAgenda.pdf
                          2022-MayAgenda.pdf
                          2022-JuneAgenda.pdf
                          2022-JulyAgenda.pdf
                          2022-AugustAgenda.pdf
                          2022-SeptemberAgenda.pdf
                          2022-OctoberAgenda.pdf
                          2022-NovemberAgenda.pdf
                          2022-DecemberAgenda.pdf

                          2023-JanuaryAgenda.pdf
                          2023-FebruaryAgenda.pdf
                          2023-MarchAgenda.pdf
                          2023-RescheduledAprilAgenda.pdf


                          Meeting Minutes

                          August 4, 2019 Meeting Minutes

                          September 8, 2019 Meeting Minutes

                          October 6, 2019 Meeting Minutes

                          November 3, 2019 Meeting Minutes

                          December 1, 2019 Meeting Minutes

                          2020-January Minutes.pdf
                          2020-February Minutes.pdf
                          2020-March Mintues.pdf
                          2020-April Minutes.pdf
                          2020-May Minutes.pdf
                          2020-June Minutes.pdf
                          2020-July Minutes.pdf
                          2020-August Minutes.pdf
                          2020-September Minutes.pdf
                          2020-October Minutes.pdf
                          2020-November Minutes.pdf
                          2020-December-Minutes.pdf

                          2021-January Minutes.pdf
                          2021-February Minutes.pdf
                          2021-March Minutes.pdf
                          2021-March Minutes Emergency Meeting.pdf
                          2021-April-May Minutes.pdf
                          2021-June Minutes.pdf
                          2021-July Minutes.pdf
                          2021-August Minutes.pdf
                          2021-September Minutes.pdf
                          2021-October Minutes.pdf
                          2021-October Special Minutes.pdf
                          2021-November Committee Minutes.pdf
                          2021-November Committee Meeting.pdf
                          2021-November Minutes.pdf
                          2021-December Minutes.pdf

                          2022 - January-February Minutes.pdf
                          2022-March Minutes.pdf
                          2022-April Minutes.pdf
                          2022 - May Meeting Minutes.pdf
                          2022-June Minutes.pdf
                          2022-July Minutes.pdf
                          2022-August Minutes.pdf
                          2022-September Minutes.pdf
                          2022 - October-November Minutes.pdf
                          2022-December Minutes.pdf

                          2023-January-February Minutes.pdf



                          Policy Documents

                          HYA-PolicyDocument.pdf
                          HYA Constitution.pdf
                          Resolution 2019-407.pdf
                          Resolution 2021-1119 Affiliate Association Agreement.pdf
                          HYA SafeKids Guidelines.pdf
                          HYA Concussion Guidelines.pdf

                          History

                          History

                          Harrisburg Youth Athletics (HYA) was formed in 1994.  Prior to 1994, Harrisburg had two separate youth athletic organizations, the Kiwanis and Khoury League.  The Kiwanis was an in-town league that stressed having fun while playing baseball or softball.  Khoury League was a traveling venue that stressed competition and took a more serious attitude toward softball and baseball.  The two distinct programs did not work hand in hand and while they were fine programs, did not bring together the community.  In fact, there were often debates on which program was better for Harrisburg.  In 1994, several community leaders got together and thought about how they could improve community support in relation to the summer sports programs.  From this meeting came the idea to combine the two programs and not only strengthen community relations but also our summer athletic programs.  The Harrisburg Youth Athletic Summer League was formed.  HYA combined the best from each program.  An in-town league (for youth that simply want to enjoy playing ball) and a travelling program (for those that took the game more seriously) were formed.  HYA decided to affiliate with the Pony Organization.  This organization offers structured formats for the in-town leagues and stiff competition for the traveling teams.  The success of this program has become quite evident by the success of our school baseball and softball programs.

                           

                          Mission

                          The main goal of HYA is to ensure that every boy and girl has an equal chance at playing and enjoying a sports program.  The success of HYA is not depended upon one or two select players but rather every youth in the program.  Every youth in the program is seen as equally important.

                           

                          Coaches

                          Coaches are very integral parts of sports.  They provide leadership role models for our youth.  HYA tries to provide the most qualified and capable person in that role.  Character, leadership abilities, and an enjoyment of sports are determining factors in choosing coaches.

                           

                          Parents

                          Parents are the biggest influence upon our youth of today.  Parents conduct must be exemplary.  How our children see us can be a forewarning on how our children will act.  We urge all parents of participating youth to take an active interest in the program.  This interest can be as a coach or simply supporting your child’s team.  We also urge that every parent take the time to help your child, whether it is talking to them about attitudes and effort or playing catch in the back yard.  This time that is taken will mean a lot to your child and may bring pleasant memories in the years to come.

                           

                          Youth

                          Youth play a very important role in the success of our programs.  We expect the youth to conduct themselves in a mannerly fashion.  We also expect the youth to respect their coaches, teammates, umpires, and people attending the games.  We hope that by setting positive examples as adults our children will follow suit.  We would also like to remind everyone that without the youth there would be no HYA.


                          Baseball & Softball 


                          Recreation League Baseball & Softball



                          General Information

                          HYA will offer the following Recreational League Divisions for 2023 for both Baseball and Softball:


                          T-Ball

                          Pre-K and Kindergarten.  This is a tee ball program. 


                          7U

                          Kindergarten and 1st grades.  This is a coach pitch program. 


                          9U

                          2nd and 3rd grades.  This is a kid pitch program. 


                          12U

                          4th, 5th, and 6th grades.  This is a kid pitch program.


                          Fee:  $60 per child and $120 family limit.  This fee includes a concession stand ticket for every game attended/played.


                          Season:  Practices start in April.  Games are played in May and June.  There could be between 10 to 15 games scheduled to be played.


                          See the Registration Info page for more detailed information.


                          Coaching Information

                          Coaches are needed.  Contact the Harrisburg Township Park Office at 618-252-2111 or office@harrisburgpark.net if you are interested.


                          HYA schedules all practices and games.


                          External link opens in new tab or windowClick Here for Concussion Information.


                          Click Here for What to Teach Information.


                          Click Here for League Rules.


                          Click Here for Abused Children Information.


                          Umpire Information

                          Umpires are needed.  Contact the Harrisburg Township Park Office at 618-252-2111 or office@harrisburgpark.net if you are interested.


                          Click Here for more information regarding umpires.



                          Coach Meeting Handout & Scoreboard Manual

                          Scoreboard Operation Manual.pdf
                          Coaches Handout 2023.pdf

                          Travel Teams


                          Travel Team Information



                          2023 Baseball/Softball Travel Team Announcement

                          HYA is pleased to announce that in 2023 they will offer tryouts for Travel Baseball and Travel Softball for anyone who participates in the 2023 Recreation League that meet the age requirements.


                          Tryouts will be offered for Baseball 10U and 12U Teams and Softball 10U and 12U Teams.


                          Travel teams will continue to play teams in the Southern Illinois area but could travel as far as Evansville IN, Paducah KY, or the St. Louis MetroEast Area.


                          Tentative Tryout Date is May 13, 2023.


                          Please contact the Park Office (618-252-2111) with any questions.


                          Flag Football


                          Flag Football

                          General Information

                          Open to all boys and girls in 1st through 6th grade.


                          Games are held every Saturday and there is one or two practices per week.


                          Game Times will not conflict with SYSA scheduled soccer games on Saturdays.

                          Three (3) Saturdays will be played in the morning session (9:00, 10:00, or 11:00 AM) and

                          Three (3) Saturdays will be played in the afternoon session (1:00, 2:00, or 3:00 PM).


                          See the Registration Info page for more detailed information.


                          There are 3 leagues:     

                               1st & 2nd Grade     

                               3rd & 4th Grade     

                               5th & 6th Grade


                          Coaching Information


                          Coaches are needed.  Contact the Harrisburg Township Park Office at 618-252-2111 or office@harrisburgpark.net if you are interested.


                          External link opens in new tab or windowClick Here for Concussion Information.


                          External link opens in new tab or windowClick Here for an Example Playbook of flag football plays.


                          Referee Information

                          HYA will schedule and pay referees for Flag Football.  Contact the Harrisburg Township Park Office at 618-252-2111 or office@harrisburgpark.net if you are interested.


                          Flag Football Rules

                          2022-FF Rule Book.pdf

                          Registration Info


                          2023 Baseball and Softball Recreation League

                          Harrisburg Youth Association, Inc. (HYA) will utilizes an online registration platform for the youth recreation baseball and softball leagues.  The registration platform is called SportsEngine.  There are instructions below on how to access the Registration page via computer or mobile device and how to install the SportsEngine App.

                           

                          Registration for HYA recreation baseball and softball leagues will start on January 9, 2023 and ends February 17, 2023.  Late Registrations will be on an as needed basis to fill up any available roster spots and will be charged a late fee of $10. 


                          Please call or email the Park Office for more information at 618-252-2111 or office@harrisburgpark.net.


                          Registration Instructions

                          2023 Registration Instructions.pdf


                          2022 Flag Football League

                          Harrisburg Youth Association, Inc. (HYA) will utilizes an online registration platform for the youth flag football leagues.  The registration platform is called SportsEngine.  There are instructions below on how to access the Registration page via computer or mobile device and how to install the SportsEngine App.

                           

                          Registration for HYA flag football leagues will start on July 11, 2022 and ends August 19, 2022.  Late Registrations will be on an as needed basis to fill up any available roster spots and will not be guaranteed a team jersey.


                          Please call or email the Park Office for more information at 618-252-2111 or External link opens in new tab or windowoffice@harrisburgpark.net.


                          Registration Instructions

                          2022 Registration Instructions.pdf

                          Fields & Directions


                          Baseball & Softball

                          HYA Baseball & Softball Recreation League Games are played at the Gaskins City Complex located at 1 Felton Road in Harrisburg.



                          Practices are held at the Gaskins City Complex or at the Shaw Street Practice Fields located in Paul Emery Park.



                          Flag Football

                          All games will be played on Saturdays at the Bill Rice Memorial Soccer Complex.  Practices will be at the Soccer Complex or the Shaw Street Practice Facility across from Gibbs Field in Paul Emery Park.


                          Sponsor Info 


                          Sponsorship Information

                          Harrisburg Youth Athletics is supported by volunteers and local business and organizations. The strong support of our community and businesses is what makes HYA possible. Please help HYA in any way you can to help support the youth of our community.


                          Sponsorship Opportunities:  Baseball & Softball Team Sponsor $350

                                                                            Baseball & Softball Field Sponsor $500

                                                                            Flag Football Team Sponsor $175


                          Sponsor Opportunities Information

                          2023 HYA Sponsor Opportunities.pdf


                          Donation Opportunities:  HYA - Kiwanis Annual Radio Auction - Donate Items or Cash Donation


                          Fundraisers:  Hold your own fundraiser with proceeds donated to HYA


                          Advertisement Opportunities:  HYA Baseball & Softball Fence Signs (April to July) $100 per year.

                                                                               HYA Flag Football Fence Signs (September to October) $100 per year.


                          Important Dates

                           

                          HYA Important Dates


                          HYA Calendar of Events

                          2023-Calendar of Events.pdf


                          Recreation League Baseball and Softball Important Dates

                          Friday, February 17, 2023 – Last day for Recreation League Baseball and Softball Registration.  Late Registrations will only be accepted on an as needed basis and will be charged a late fee of $10.


                          Sunday, March 26, 2023 – Head Coaches Meeting.  This meeting is to inform, assist, and train our coaches as we discuss rules, umpires, and concessions.  At this meeting coaches will pick up equipment bag, key, practice schedule, and picture day information.  This meeting will also include an umpire clinic discussing what is expected from coaches and umpires.  No equipment will be handed out prior to this meeting.  Head Coaches must attend this meeting.  Anyone interested in umpiring must also attend this meeting.


                          Last Week of March/First Week of April – Practices Begin


                          April 29, 2023 - Baseball and Softball Picture Day @ Gaskins City Complex


                          First Week of May 2023 – Games will start and continue through mid/end of June 2023



                          Always check our website at www.harrisburgpark.net/HYA for updates and information.



                            921 West Poplar Street , Harrisburg, IL, 62946 US

                            Phone: 618-252-2111 | Email: office@harrisburgpark.net | Office Hours: Mon-Fri 08:00 AM to 4:00 PM

                             

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