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When In Doubt, Sit Them Out: Concussion Safety Tips For Parents
Anytime a child is registered for sports activity, there’s always a concern for potential dangers. Bumps, bruises and skinned knees are to be expected. Some injuries, though, like concussions, are more serious. Symptoms of a concussion can be tough to diagnose, recover from and prevent—but in this article the editorial staff at TeamSnap will provide…
Read MoreCommon Sport Injuries And How To Prevent Them
Sports injuries are inevitable, and they differ from sport-to-sport. There are however, exercises and preventative measures athletes, parents and coaches can take to lower the chances of injury, regardless of the sport. TeamSnap reached out Alexandra Schechner, PT, DPT, a multi-sport athlete and Physical Therapist at Park Sports Physical Therapy in Park Slope, Brooklyn. Schechner…
Read More4 Stretches To Improve Your Baseball Performance
Baseball reminds us of summer days outside and making friends that last a lifetime. Although there is plenty of sitting in the dugout, the sport requires quick bursts of speed, strong muscles to throw and catch, and a great team spirit to cheer on your teammates. Baseball helps kids build core muscle strength, leg muscles…
Read MoreNYBA: A 50 year snapshot!
This year, the North York Baseball Association will celebrate its 54th year providing recreational and competitive baseball at Bond Park. Baseball was first organized in North York in 1957 by the Don Mills Kiwanis Club. The league was then known as the Don Mills Kiwanis Baseball Association and games were played in the old Don…
Read MoreNYBA Remembers Clyde King
North York Baseball Association was deeply saddened by the news of the recent passing of Clyde King. Clyde will be remembered for his tireless contributions to developing minor league baseball in Toronto, most notably his more than 45 years as a dedicated volunteer, administrator, and innovator with the North York Baseball Association (NYBA). Clyde, along…
Read MoreHow To Talk To Your Kids About Winning And Losing In Sports
Supporting your kids as they get involved in sports can help them gain community, responsibility and resilience. As with life, playing a sport comes with highs and lows. Not all games will end in a win for your kid’s team. Here are some ways to help your kid understand that losing is part of life.…
Read MoreNYBA 15U SELECT HAVE UNDEFEATED SEASON
After playing an undefeated season, 10-0, the NYBA 15U Select players went into the TBAs on a high note. They won their first two games but lost to Leaside in the third. Won our last game to finish the TBA playoffs at 3-1. The Blues met Leaside in the championship round and needed to win…
Read MoreNYBA 12UAAA 2021 OBA Champs!
In a baseball season that was truly unique, the North York Blues 12UAAA overcame a myriad of obstacles to win the OBA provincial championship. After a series of near misses, it is the team’s first provincial championship since 2017. With the threat of Covid looming all season, and with a new format in place, the team…
Read MoreNYBA 13UA > TBA Champs
The NYBA Blues 13UA took home the 2021 TBA Championships! After an impressive 16-3 regular season, they finished in first place and then went undefeated in the TBA finals. Congratulations to the coaches and players for their hard work and dedication. And a special shout out to all the parents who support the team. It…
Read MoreNYBA 15UAA Take TBA Championship
The 15U AA team capped off a spectacular season with a Toronto Championship at Bond Park September 11-13. The team went 5-1 over the weekend. 9 pitchers combined to allow only 16 runs over 6 games. The offense was blistering all weekend putting up 55 runs. This pandemic summer was something crazy. Players and parents…
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