The future of minor baseball is bright in Weyburn, and growth in the sport continues to flourish throughout the province.
Shaun Fraser, who has served in many different roles in minor baseball over the years, was elected president of Baseball Saskatchewan during the organizations’ annual general meeting.
Fraser previously served as vice president of Baseball Saskatchewan for four years. He was also the board zone for southeast Saskatchewan for three to four years. He also served as past president of the Weyburn Minor Baseball Association.
During his time with Baseball Saskatchewan, Fraser has learned a lot about all aspects of baseball, including coaching, umpiring, players and administration. “It is not just about playing the game.”
He would like to see the sport of baseball grow in Weyburn and across the province.
“Membership in minor ball is up nine per cent across the province, while here in Weyburn those numbers are up 15 per cent. That is great for the future of the game.”
The Weyburn Minor Baseball Association held an annual general meeting on October 23. “The biggest news to report is that we will continue into the 2018 season on the same path towards growth and expansion,” said Ken King, president of Weyburn Minor Baseball Assocation. He will remain as the WMBA President for another year.
Tyrel Hansen remains the head of baseball while Jim Swyryda reassumes the role of head of softball. There were other changes to supporting board members that were too numerous to mention.
“We experienced significant growth in 2017 with enrolment approaching 500, while at the same time upgrading diamonds at Jubilee Park and at Haig School,” said King. “On the financial side it appears it was a break even year in spite of the significant growth. We will start off 2018 with pitching clinics in the new year, registration, spring training and then coaches clinics followed by the season.”
