​Frequently Asked Questions

Please refer to our frequently asked questions below to see if your question is answered. If not, contact us using the form below.

Q: What age division should I sign up for?
A: Our divisions are divided based on the age of the athlete. Our registration form will place athletes into the appropriate division based on their age as of 4/30/2024. Our age breakdowns are listed below.

• T-Ball Division: Ages 5-6
• Coach Pitch Division: Ages 7-8
• Minor Division: Ages 9-10
• Major Division: Ages 11-13 (No Current 7th-8th Graders - Current 7th-8th Graders should register for Babe Ruth Baseball)

Q: What do I all need to complete?
A: Athletes need to complete the online registration form and submit the registration fee. All additional forms and payments are integrated into the online registration form. If you are in need of financial assistance and/or a payment plan, complete our Financial Assistance Request Form. 

Q: Do I need to attend an in-person registration session?
A: There are no in-person registration sessions for 2024. All registration requirements must be completed online.

Q: Do I have to do this all online?
A: Yes. The registration form must be completed online. There is no paper version of the registration form. Payment must also be made online unless alternative arrangements are made in advance.

Q: Do I have to submit a birth certificate?
A: Submission of a birth certificate is not part of the registration process. Players who play in tournaments may be required to provide a birth certificate. Those requirements will be communicated to any affected players.

Q: When is the registration deadline?
A: Our registration deadline is Sunday, March 31, 2024 at 11:59 PM. After this deadline, all registrations require pre-approval by PYB.

Q: What should I do if I submit a registration with a mistake on it, or if information I provide changes?
A: You can email us or use the form below. Just let us know what needs to be changed and we will update your registration.

Q: What additional forms do I need to fill out?
A: All of our additional forms are incorporated into the online registration form including the WIAA Concussion Form, Portage Park & Rec Release Form, Code of Conduct, and the Liability Waiver - Release, Indemnification, and Hold Harmless Agreement. There are no paper forms to submit. These additional forms are also available for review here.

Q: What should I do if I am in need of financial assistance?
A: Portage Youth Baseball will not deny any child a chance to play baseball due to financial hardship. Financial assistance and payment plans may be available to you. If you are in need of financial assistance, please complete our financial assistance request form.

Q: Do I have to pay online?
A: Payment must be submitted online through the online registration form. If you are in need of financial assistance and/or a payment plan, complete our Financial Assistance Request Form. 

Q: What are the accepted payment methods?
A: Through the online registration form, we accept: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, JCB, Discover, and Diner's Club. All payments are securely processed by Stripe.

Q: How does fundraising work?
A: For the 2024 season, there are no fundraising requirements. However, each team will be assigned several nights to run the concession stand throughout the season. Team parents/guardians will be REQUIRED to run the concession stand on their assigned dates. We estimate that two (2) shifts will need to be worked per registered athlete and shifts will be approximately 30 minutes long. We will be tracking shifts worked this season. To help ensure that volunteers work their assigned shifts, we will be requiring a deposit or credit/debit card authorization. More information is available while registering. If you work your assigned nights, no added fees will be charged to you.

Q: What do I need to do if I want to volunteer or coach this season?
A: To become eligible to volunteer within Portage Youth Baseball, you must complete the following items on an annual basis:

1. Submit an Annual Volunteer Application.
2. Request a background check online through our background check provider. PYB will cover all costs for the background check.
3. Complete the NFHS Learn "Concussion in Sports" online e-course. This course is free and takes approximately 30 minutes to complete.

​After completing these three steps (and passing the background check), you will be eligible to volunteer within PYB!