Important guidelines to note:

The two values that will be taken into account when modifying or canceling games/practices are air temperature and relative humidity. The combination of these two elements reflects the heat index. We will rely on the heat index reading that is updated hourly by the National Weather Service.

These zones are based on recommended guidelines published by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) for participation in sports activities during periods of extreme heat. Because the heat index does not take into account wind and direct sunlight, two degrees will be added to the stated heat index on sunny and still days. Likewise, two degrees will be subtracted on cloudy and windy days.

*White Zone*

Heat index of 65-80 degrees. In this range, the participant is in very little danger from heat and no special measures will be taken by the BVRC.

*Yellow Zone*

Heat index of 81-98 degrees. In this range, coaches will be encouraged to take extra steps to protect their players by making sure they keep them hydrated and by encouraging frequent substitution during games and practices.

*Orange Zone*

Heat index of 99-105 degrees. In this range, the league will implement the following at games: all measures taken in the Yellow Zone; catchers will be allowed to catch only two innings in succession. If it is a practice day, coaches are instructed to keep players well hydrated and to take frequent breaks.

*Red Zone*

Heat index ranging of 106 to 115 degrees. In this range, the league will implement the following for games: all measures taken in the Yellow and Orange Zones; the length of games will be modified according to the schedule below.

• 10u games will be reduced by 15 minutes to 1:45

• 18u games will be reduced by 30 minutes to 2:00.

If it is a practice day, coaches are instructed to reduce the time of practice, take frequent breaks and keep players well hydrated by having them drink water.

***Black Zone***

Heat index above 115. In this range, the league will cancel all games and practices until the heat index returns to 115 or below.

Note - During the course of the day, the heat index will rise and fall depending upon the time of day, amount of wind, cloud cover, etc. The above program modifications could also change throughout the course of the day, especially on a weekend. For example, a 2pm game on Saturday could be played under the Orange Zone guidelines and a 4pm game could be played under Yellow Zone guidelines.

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The Sunshine Baseball League is committed to developing character through youth baseball.

Encouraging kids to believe at an early age that going to college is a serious option for them is a major part of the league’s mission.

KEEPING DORIS BUFFETT’S DREAM ALIVE

Doris Buffett passed away in 2020. Please help keep her dream of making summer baseball accessible to all area kids—especially those whose families can’t afford it — alive.

“So many times, all children need is to know that someone believes in them,” she said. “That can make all the difference. We need to build them up before others can drag them down.”

Doris helped build beautiful Sunshine Ballpark in a Fredericksburg neighborhood to give kids a safe place to go to have fun and receive mentoring from coaches who are positive role models.

“They learn the game while they learn life lessons,” said former pro player Ernie Baker, who works with the league.

“I love to see kids learning to do team things,” Ms. Buffett said. “The whole idea is to keep them busy, happy and learning something. They won’t be as likely to fall prey to bad characters.”

If you or your business is interested in sponsoring a team or player this season please email us at SunshineBaseballLeague@gmail.com

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