BRITISH BASEBALL SUMMER CUP 2023
Saturday 22nd July & Sunday 23rd July
Farnham Park

UPDATE – More details from the BBF President …

Hi All, Please see the below thread of important announcements regarding this weekends tournament. The majority of the updates documents can be found here on the website: https://www.britishbaseball.org.uk/2023-bbf-summer-cup

Looking forward to seeing you all this weekend.

Event Personnel Contact Details
The key contact details for the event staff are as follows:

Onsite Event Manager & Event Lead
Tom Thornhill 07717596391 tom.thornhill@britishbaseball.org.uk

Technical Commissioner
Mike Jennings +44 7736 703713

Officials Lead
Chris Deacon +44 7776 225544 chris.deacon@britishbaseball.org.uk

Ground Maintenance
Matt Johnson +44 7713 124432

Onsite First Aid Contact
Rachael Watkeys +44 7721 717975

Rule Clarifications and Amendments
We have published version 1.2 of the rulebook which includes an amendments log in section four of a variety of clarifications. The latest sheet can be found on the website. https://www.britishbaseball.org.uk/2023-bbf-summer-cup

Rostering Sheet
We have released a “Roster Document,” which provides comprehensive information on the gradings of players on our website: https://www.britishbaseball.org.uk/2023-bbf-summer-cup. This document includes:

The list of the restricted players per division,
The allocated gradings of those players who didn’t meet the minimum game number (six games) for an automatic grade,
The gradings of those players who underwent the regrade process.

Diamond Maintenance
As we are aware of the scheduled rain, it is essential to be prepared for any potential downpours. In the event of rain, we kindly request all teams to assist in protecting the mound and home plate areas by promptly placing the provided tarps, which will be located near the diamonds, as instructed by the umpire. This proactive measure will help us maintain the quality of the playing surfaces and minimize any delays caused by inclement weather. Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring a smooth and enjoyable event for all participants.

Toilets, Showers and Changing Rooms
The facilities will be open from 7:30am on Saturday and 6:30am on Sunday. If you require usage, kindly reach out to a member of the event team for the code, and they will be happy to assist you. We want to ensure that all participants have access to necessary amenities throughout their stay, so please don’t hesitate to inquire if you have any specific needs outside the regular operating hours including Sunday morning’s earlier games.

Camping:
As previously announced, if you plan to camp on Friday night, please ensure that you arrive on-site before 10:00 PM to guarantee access to the camping area. For those arriving on Saturday, you can simply pitch up and set up your camping arrangements. We want to make sure everyone has a smooth and enjoyable camping experience, so please keep the timing in mind for Friday night arrivals.

If you are camping, please camp only in the designated areas (if you don’t know please ask at the bar).
NO cars to be taken in to the camping area, even just to set up.
NO BBQS!!
NO music or loud noise after 11pm.
Please use the Portaloos!!!
Please take all rubbish with you.
Toilets and Changing Rooms:

Saturday Night Home Plate:
On Saturday night there will be a party for the tournament. The band will kick off their performance at 8:00 PM

Home Plate:
Home Plate Bar and Kitchen, next to baseball field one, will be open all day Saturday and Sunday. Breakfast will be available from 8am and Home Plate offers a wide range of burgers, hot dogs, salads, snacks and ice creams. Hot and cold drinks available and there is a bar!

Home Plate will also be doing an evening BBQ from 5.30-8.30pm. Aberdeen Angus Steak burger, Cumberland Sausage baguette, Moving Mountains Plant Based burger, halloumi and help yourself salad and coleslaw bar.

Warm Up Areas.
To ensure a smooth and safe playing environment, we kindly request all players to limit their warm-up activities to the designated areas near the diamonds. These designated warm-up zones have been carefully arranged to avoid any interference with ongoing games. It is essential to respect the space of other participants and ensure that their games are not impeded in any way. By adhering to this guideline, we can maintain the integrity of the tournament and provide a fair and enjoyable experience for everyone involved.

Batting Cage and Bullpens:
To ensure fair and efficient usage of the batting cages and bullpens, we will prioritise access for teams that are currently playing or scheduled to play in the upcoming slotted games. This approach aims to accommodate the immediate needs of teams actively participating in the tournament and preparing for their matches. We kindly ask for everyone’s cooperation in adhering to this policy, as it will help us maintain a smooth and well-organised flow throughout the event.

GB U12s
On Saturday morning, during the free slot for diamond five, we have scheduled a practice session for the GB U12s on that field. This dedicated time will allow the team to focus on improving their skills and coordination.

Emergency Details
The first aid contact is Rachael Watkeys: +44 7721 717975

The nearest Hospital to the complex is: Wexham Park Hospital, Wexham, Slough SL2 4HL

The Emergency Department at Wexham Park Hospital is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. All emergency services are provided, from major trauma care to the treatment of injuries and serious illness. The Wexham Park Hospital Emergency Department has a resuscitation unit and a designated paediatric unit. There is also a clinical decision unit for patients needing a few hours of acute treatment but who do not need to be admitted to hospital. Wexham Park Hospital is accessible by the Thames Valley and Chiltern Air Ambulance service.

The Farnham Park Baseball & Softball Complex has a defibrillator. It is a public-access defibrillator housed in a green cabinet on the exterior of the Home Plate Bar & Kitchen. If you come across someone who has had a cardiac arrest, you should:

Call 999 to report it. They will despatch an ambulance.
Start CPR to keep blood flowing around the body.
If you are on your own, DO NOT interrupt CPR. Instead, send someone else to retrieve the defibrillator from the Home Plate Bar & Kitchen. The 999 operators will give you the code to open the cabinet.
Once the defibrillator is open and in position, all you have to do is follow the spoken instructions. The defibrillator detects the heart’s rhythm, and it won’t deliver a shock unless one is needed.
You should resume CPR as soon as instructed to by the defibrillator.

Getting To Farnham Park
Address: Farnham Park Baseball & Softball Complex Beaconsfield Road, Slough, SL23BP

By Train
The nearest station to Farnham Park is Slough, approximately 3.8 miles away. Slough can be reached from London Paddington in just 18 minutes on a fast train (35 minutes on trains stopping at all stations). There are plenty of taxis at the station that can reach Farnham Park in approximately 10 minutes.

Use National Rail’s Journey Planner to find your best route.

By Air
Farnham Park is easily accessible from all of London’s major airports. London Heathrow Airport is just 10.8 miles from Farnham Park, with London Gatwick Airport 47.6 miles, and London City Airport 36.7 miles.

By Road
Farnham Park is on the eastern side of the A355 (Beaconsfield Road). From the M25 exit at Junction 15 on to the M4 heading West. Leave the M4 at Junction 6 on to the A355, continue for 2.8 miles and the entrance to Farnham Park will be on your right.

Car Parking
There is designated parking for baseball and softball events on the left-hand side of the entrance road just before you get to the baseball field. For larger events, additional parking may be available but we ask that visitors only park in designated areas as there are other sports clubs on site. Under no circumstances should you park on any of the other grass playing fields or on the grass next to the entrance road.

UPDATE – More details can be found here … https://stats.britishbaseball.org.uk/en/events/2023-bbf-summer-cup/home

Games:
Saturday 22nd July, 11:10am – Kent Mariners @ South West & Wales
Saturday 22nd July, 3:30pm – Kent Mariners vs Fire Breathing Kittens
Sunday 23rd July, 10:10am – Kent Mariners vs Guildford Baseball Club
Sunday 23rd July, Game 4 – To be determined …

The tournament will consist of a round robin group stage before the competition proceeds to knockout for the chance to be crowned the first National British Baseball Cup Champion.

Teams will play a fast-paced form of tournament baseball with limited breaks, with no more than a 90-minute off time between games.

According to BBF President Tom Thornhill, "a national tournament format of baseball has been absent from the British Baseball Federation’s summer calendar for some time. I’ve personally enjoyed playing tournaments in university baseball, the Diamond series and similar tournaments at Farnham Park over the last two years.

“Hosting a festival-style baseball tournament over the course of two days with all four diamonds in use will be a genuine opportunity for the community to unite in celebration of our sport over a terrific baseball weekend.”

More details will be made available as we receive them.

Book the dates in your diaries if you’re interested!