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Start the 2013 Summer baseball season with a Disney Baseball Tournament! Disney Sun & Surf Baseball Bash over Memorial Day Weekend at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex blends ESPN entertainment with the Walt Disney World® Resort!
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Schedule

Game schedules are now available for the Sun and Surf Baseball Bash.  Though we do not anticipate changes, final schedules will be distributed at team registration with any edits.  No other schedule requests will be granted at this time


Day/Date Activity Scheduled Times
Thursday
05/23/2013
Team Registration 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Friday
05/24/2013
Secondary Team Registration 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Friday
05/24/2013
Pool Play 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday 05/25/2013 Pool Play 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Sunday 05/26/2013 Bracket Play 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Monday 05/27/2013 Finals 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Team Registration

Compete in the ultimate summer baseball vacation! Specially-priced packages are prepared for you, and include everything you need for your event stay at Walt Disney World® Resort!

2013 Registration

Compete in the ultimate summer baseball vacation! Specially-priced packages are prepared for you, and include everything you need for your event stay at Walt Disney World® Resort!

  • Roundtrip bus transportation for teams staying at Disney's All Star Sports Resort or Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.
  • 4-game guarantee on major league quality fields - ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex is home to Atlanta Braves Spring Training and has hosted two Tampa Bay Devil Rays regular season series as well as the opening round of the 2006 World Baseball Classic!
  • 4-nights at a Walt Disney World® Resort Hotel.
  • 2-Day Magic Your Way Theme Park Ticket with Park Hopper® Option for you to enjoy all of the magic of Walt Disney World® Resort. These tickets include admission to one or more of the following theme parks for each day of the Ticket: Magic Kingdom® Park, Epcot®, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park.
  • Length of event admission to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.
  • One-year subscription to Baseball Youth Magazine, The Nation's Baseball Magazine for Kids (athletes only)!
  • Tournament party at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
  • ESPN Coaches Fundraising Kit

We've prepared everything for you to celebrate the start of your 2013 baseball season, with packages starting at $399.00 per person!* Best of all, these specially-priced packages are available for family and friends of your team, which makes ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex the ultimate summer baseball vacation destination!

APPLYClick here to apply today!
8U – 95% full
10U – 90% full
11U – 95% full
12U – 90% full
13U – 75% full
14U – 75% full

*Includes 4-nights at Disney's All Star Sports Resort and a 2-Day Magic Your Way Theme Park Ticket with Park Hopper®. Option based on quad occupancy at Disney Sun & Surf Baseball Bash.
2014 Registration

Pre-registration for Disney's Sun & Surf Baseball Bash is now open for 2014! Secure your spot in the 2014 tournament today by applying below.

APPLY TODAY

Dates: May 23 - 26, 2014
Age Divisions: 8U, 10U, 11U, 12U, 13U, 14U, 16U
Early team entry fee $275 until Oct 31, then increases to $475

Applications are now being accepted!

Participating Teams
Participating Teams Updated 4/17/13
Team Name  State/Country
8U
Argyle Bandits FL
Bone Island Blaze FL
Ft. Lauderdale Lightning FL
Hurricanes Baseball Club Trujillo Alto Puerto Rico
MBA Bulls FL
Railcats Panama Panama
Tainos Puerto Rico
10U
Brighton Township PA
Bucks County Brushbacks PA
Coral Springs Sandlot Baseball FL
Howard Palmetto Aces FL
Key Rats FL
Longwood Lions NY
MYBO All-Stars PA
Railcats Panama Panama
11U
Backyard Bashers GA
Ft Lauderdale Lightning FL
Gorillas FL
Heat Baseball FL
Knox Sox TN
Miami Storm FL
Morristown Trojans TN
Oconee Tigers GA
Storm Baseball CO
Team Georgia Red GA
Titans Baseball FL
WB Cobras FL
12U
Arlington Cardinal Red IL
Astros Levittown Puerto Rico
Baseball Youth Elite KY
Clarksville Matrix TN
Mariners MA
Massapequa Cyclones NY
Pensacola Pirates FL
Railcats Panama Panama
Seacoast Thunder MA
Suwanee Unleashed FL
Tifton Blue Sox GA
13U
Backyard Bashers GA
Gulf Coast Marlins FL
Parkland Pokers FL
Springfield Indians MA
Storm Baseball CO
Sunrise Sharks FL
14U
Babylon Pride NY
Bears Baseball Puerto Rico
Bellmore Heat NY
Fayetteville NC
Hoover Baseball AL
Magic Factory Players Panama
Pensacola Longhorns FL
South Florida Knights FL
Water Park Party

Party in Paradise with wave pools, Humunga Kowabunga, and delicious treats!

Enjoy some time away from the field and escape to a tropical paradise for a splash-filled nighttime adventure at the 2013 Disney Sun & Surf Baseball Bash, May 25, 7:00 p.m. till 10:00 p.m., at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park.

From fast waterslides to a Wave Pool with six-foot waves, Typhoon Lagoon is fun for the whole family. Disney Sun & Surf Baseball Bash party guests enjoy exclusive access to popular attractions including Storm Slide, Humunga Kowabunga, the Wave Pool, the Main Beach area, and Sand Volleyball.

A DJ provides musical entertainment. Scrumptious treats include assorted chips and pretzels, ice cream novelties, and strawberry lemonade; water stations are located throughout the park.

Location: Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
Date: May 25, 2013
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Party tickets are included in Disney Baseball Travel Packages for all participants and spectators. Party tickets are also available for travelling friends and family, and will also be sold on-site at the tournament prior to the event for $55.00 per ticket.

*Event guides and first aid support included.

Team Parent Reception

Your team's planner and a Guest are invited to attend an optional welcome reception designed to help you maximize your role and team experience. It will take place at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Grill at 9:00 am on Saturday, May 25, 2013. Pre-registration is required.


Make sure to specify which date you would like to attend as well as your name, your Guest's name (if applicable), team name and sport.

Checklist
REGISTER FOR DISNEY SUN & SURF BASEBALL BASH TOURNAMENT presented by Rawlings® & SUBMIT APPROPRIATE TEAM REGISTRATION FEE

2013 TRAVEL PACKAGES COMING SOON! A DISNEY SPORTS TRAVEL COORDINATOR WILL CONTACT YOU TO BOOK ROOMS
Your Sports Travel Coordinator will provide a Due Date for Team Deposit & Final Payment
TEAM DEPOSIT DUE
FINAL PAYMENT DUE

60 DAYS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL
Access gotsport to complete online roster
Submit Initial rooming List to Disney Sports Travel
Disney Sports Travel fax #: 407-938-4265
***All future changes must be made directly to your Disney Sports Travel coordinator
Confirm Disney Magical Express Reservation with Disney Sports Travel

45 DAYS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL
Full Package Payment Due to Disney Sports Travel
Disney Sports Travel - 407-939-7810 option #3
Fax DME Flight Information Form to 407-566-7717

30 DAYS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL
Travel roster and rooming lists MUST be finalized
Waivers MUST be completed by all athletes/coaches and brought to registration filled out. In order to be on the field of play in this event, all athletes and coaches are required to complete a waiver form. All waivers should be brought to registration.
Birth Certificates: All teams must present a copy of each player's birth certificate, which will be checked for tournament eligibility. Birth certificates may be faxed to 407-938-3442 by April 24, 2013.
Finalize team meal options (catering, dining cards, or team functions)

1 WEEK PRIOR TO ARRIVAL
Print latest copy of team schedule (final copy will be received upon arrival)

REQUIRED ON-SITE CHECK-IN
All event registrations will take place in conjunction with your hotel check-in at either Disney's All-Star Sports Resort or Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort. (All teams staying off-site will be directed to register at Disney's All-Star Sports Resort.) Registration location and time will be communicated with event schedules in the final email notification prior to your arrival.

 

Fundraising
Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Alamo Rent-A-Car Team Fundraising Program

It takes a team to make the dream of going to Disney World for student athletes come true. Working with Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Alamo Rent-A-Car, we developed a program that allows you to earn fundraising dollars for your team while doing an everyday activity - renting a car.

Once you've registered for the program, 5% of qualifying purchases from you, family and friends will go to your team. While the program can be used for travel at any time, your upcoming trip to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex would be a great opportunity to earn extra funds for your team.

Click here for more details on how to sign up

ESPN The Magazine Coaches Fundraising Program

ESPN wants to help support your team, club or organization. When you sell 2-year subscriptions to ESPN The Magazine, your team keeps 75% on the spot! That's $30 per subscription!

Your donors will receive over 80% off the newsstand prices plus they will receive 2 years of ESPN Insider as well. Click here for more details on how to sign up.

Travel Packages
From world-class resorts and theme parks, to an exhilarating baseball experience at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, home of Atlanta Braves Spring Training and host to the first round of the Inaugural World Baseball Classic, Disney Baseball is a young baseball player's dream come true.

To compete, all you have to do is step into a Disney Baseball vacation solution that has been prepared for you! 2013 Travel Packages start at $399.00 per person. Packages include the following:

  • Minimum 4-nights at a Walt Disney World® Resort
  • Minimum 2-Day Magic Your Way Theme Park Ticket with Park Hopper® Option which includes admission to one or more of the following theme parks for each day of the Ticket: Magic Kingdom® Park, Epcot®, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park
  • Length of event admission to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.
  • One-year subscription to Baseball Youth Magazine, The Nation's Baseball Magazine for Kids!
  • Tournament party at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park*
  • ESPN Coaches Fundraising Kit

Tournament party at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park (Click here for details)

Location: Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
Date: May 25, 2013
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Party in Paradise, wave pools, Humunga Kowabunga, and delicious treats!

Enjoy some time away from the field and escape to a tropical paradise for a splash-filled nighttime adventure at the 2013 Disney Sun & Surf Baseball Bash, May 25, 7:00 p.m. till 10:00 p.m., at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park.

From fast waterslides to a Wave Pool with six-foot waves, Typhoon Lagoon is fun for the whole family. Disney Sun & Surf Baseball Bash party guests enjoy exclusive access to popular attractions including Storm Slide, Humunga Kowabunga, the Wave Pool, the Main Beach area, and Sand Volleyball.

A DJ provides musical entertainment. Scrumptious treats include assorted chips and pretzels, ice cream novelties, and strawberry lemonade; water stations are located throughout the park.

Party tickets are included in Disney Baseball Travel Packages for all participants and spectators. Party tickets will also be sold on-site at the tournament prior to the event for $55.00 per ticket.

*Event guides and first aid support included.



Best of all, these specially-priced packages are available for all members of your traveling party, making Disney Baseball the perfect summer vacation. 4 nights not enough? All packages are completely upgradable. If you'd rather enjoy the magic of Walt Disney World® Resort for an entire week, Disney Sports Travel will help you custom-build the vacation that works for you.

To contact Disney Sports Travel directly, after you have been accepted into Disney Sun & Surf Baseball Bash, simply call 407-939-7810, option 3 or email wdw.disney.sports.travel@disneysports.com, and they will be able to assist you with ticket upgrades, additional room nights, vehicle rentals, and airfare options.
Theme Park Itineraries

With your schedule finalized, it is the perfect time to plan ahead for your Walt Disney World Theme Park experiences. We have prepared sample morning and evening Theme Park intineraries for you to help you make the most of your time away from the playing field.

Disney's Magical Express
Save your energy for the big game, not worrying about luggage and transportation. The latest innovation in Disney's legendary commitment to service and convenience - Disney's Magical Express - offers the perfect game plan for a hassle free arrival. This exclusive complimentary* shuttle and luggage delivery service conveniently takes you from the airport directly to your Disney Resort. It's the hassle free benefit that allows you to arrive at your event relaxed and stress-free.

For more information about Disney's Magical Express, please contact 407-939-7810 option #3.

* Disney's Magical Express is only available to and from Walt Disney World® owned and operated resorts.
Dining Options

ESPN Wide World of Sports Grill
The ESPN Wide World of Sports Grill is a quick-service restaurant located at the entrance to the sports complex. Menu items include burgers, sandwiches, and salads as well as an assortment of desserts and beverages.

Ordering Boxed Meals
Teams have the option to place catering orders in advance of their trip for quick, easy and well balanced boxed meals, bulk beverages, and/or snacks. The convenience of having your meals planned in advance will save on time and stress.

View and order boxed meals, bulk beverages and/or snacks.

Place your order at least 2 business days prior to the event date. Deliveries for Saturday, Sunday or Monday must be received by 3pm on Friday.

Please call 407-939-1389 with any questions or to customize your order.

Private Team Banquets or Parties
Interesting in setting up a special dining experience for you and your team? Please call 407-939-1389 and a catering & convention service manager will assist you in arranging a special event that will meet your team's needs.

Reservations at Walt Disney World® Restaurants
Call 407.WDW.DINE for information on Walt Disney World® Restaurants or to make a reservation for your team.

Photography

Capture every exciting moment of your competition with the ESPN Wide World of Sports Gameday Photos Service. You can register your team for a Team Photo CD for only $5 per athlete and coach. Your entire team must add this option to their travel package in order for this discounted rate to apply.

The price includes a Team Photo CD for one game (minimum of 150 photos). Additional games are available for purchase. Photographers will be scheduled to photograph at our discretion. Schedules are subject to change due to weather, game delays and other unforseen circumstances. Reservations subject to availability.

For more information, call Disney Sports Travel at 407-939-7810, option 3, or email wdw.disney.sports.travel@disneysports.com.

Competition Venues
In 2013, your Disney Sun & Surf Baseball Bash presented by Rawlings® experience will reach new heights when you take the field at the newly-branded ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. In this new era of sports at Walt Disney World® Resort, everything is done the ESPN way. From cutting-edge broadcast technology to top-flight events, athletes will walk in loving sports and walk out knowing sports love them back.

This new sports experience will include all the signature elements of ESPN for amateur and professional athletes alike:
  • State-of-the-art digital video screens bringing the complex to life with updates from the sports world and highlights from the games taking place that day at ESPN Wide World of Sports.
  • On-site production facility capturing daily competition highlights available to all ESPN media outlets.
  • ESPN Innovation Lab creating and testing new technology to shape the future of sports broadcasting and production.

Join us at Disney Sun & Surf Baseball Bash presented by Rawlings® at ESPN Wide World of Sports!

PLAY AT THE NEXT LEVEL

The following competition venues will be used for the tournament:

HESS® Baseball Fields at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
Champion® Stadium at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
Baseball Quadraplex at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
Directions & Maps
If you're traveling by car, it's easy to find the Walt Disney World® Resort and ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. We're located southwest of Orlando, off Interstate 4 (I-4), west of the Florida Turnpike. Routes from some major US cities:

Atlanta, GA: I-75 South to the Florida Turnpike South toward Orlando to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports

Boston, MA: I-95 South to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports

Chicago, IL: I-65 South to I-24 East to I-75 South to the Florida Turnpike South toward Orlando to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports

Columbia, SC: I-26 East to I-95 South to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports

Dallas, TX: I-20 East to I-49 South to I-10 East to I-75 South to the Florida Turnpike South toward Orlando to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports

Hilton Head Island, SC: US 278 West to I-95 South to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports

New Orleans, LA: I-10 East to I-75 South to the Florida Turnpike South toward Orlando to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports

New York, NY: I-95 South to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports

Raleigh, NC: I-95 South to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports

Washington, DC: I-95 South to I-4 West to Walt Disney World® Resort - Exit 65 to Wide World of Sports

For more information, visit the Directions page.
Complex Admission

All spectators are required to purchase admission into ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex for either an individual daily admission or a length-of-event (LOE) pass that is valid for all days of the team's stay. LOE and daily admission tickets are non-refundable/non-exchangeable, regardless of number of days your team competes. Spectators purchasing the travel package will have a Length-Of-Event (LOE) ticket included in the package. Spectators can purchase their packages through Disney Sports Travel by calling 407-939-7810 option #3.

  • Daily admission: Coming Soon
  • LOE admission: Coming Soon
  • There is no charge for children under age 3

Spectators traveling with your team can take advantage of the same specially-priced hotel and theme park ticket packages that are available for players and coaches. Your Disney Sports Travel agent can also assist with ticket upgrades, additional room nights, vehicle rentals, and airfare options. For more information, call Disney Sports Travel at 407-939-7810, option 3, or email wdw.disney.sports.travel@disneysports.com.

Transportation
Transportation to and from the sports complex is provided if you stay at Disney's All-Star Sports Resort or Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort. If you do not choose to stay at Disney's All-Star Sports Resort or Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort you will need to arrange for your own transportation to and from ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. As always, there are complementary Disney buses available to transport players, coaches and spectators to and from Disney Resorts and between Disney theme parks.
On Site Event Check In

A representative from your team is required to check-in to the event once you have arrived at Walt Disney World® Resort. Please see the detailed on-site event check-in schedule below. If you will be checking in at a Disney Resort, the on-site event check-in location will be near the resort’s Guest check-in counter.

Teams Staying at a Host Resort
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort  |  Thu, May 23  |  5-7 PM
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort | Thu, May 23 | 5-7 PM

All Teams Staying Off-Site
Disney's All-Star Sports Resort | Thu, May 23 | 5-7 PM

Late Check-In
Champion Stadium Mezzanine | Fri, May 24 | 7-8 AM

To help expedite your on-site event check-in process, please be sure to:

  • Finalize all roster changes prior to arrival
  • Complete waivers prior to arrival
  • Account for travel time to arrive at the appropriate check-in location

The following documents must be presented during on-site event check-in:


Please fax the following documents to 407-938-3442 prior to arrival.

  • Birth Certificates
Coaches' Meeting

There will be an optional coaches meeting on Friday morning, May 24 at 7:15 AM on the Champion Stadium Mezzanine at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. The tournament director will be available to answer any questions you may have prior to the start of tournament play.

Roster

Official Disney Baseball Roster must be filled out online with players name and uniform number. Please also list your coaches, bat boys/girls and scorekeeper. The link is found at the Checklist section. Teams may change their rosters up until the first pitch of the first game, provided that the newly-added player(s) have purchased a participant package from Disney Sports Travel; turned in a copy of their birth certificate; and have turned in a signed waiver.

No player shall be listed on more than one team roster. If a player is wrongly listed on more than one roster the Tournament Director shall determine which team the player may rightfully be eligible to play for and/or if the player in question is to be permitted to participate further in the tournament.

If it has been determined that a violation of this rule has transpired, penalties may include: player, coach and/or team disqualification(s) from the tournament and/or forfeiture of games played with ineligible players. No player can appear in a tournament game for more than one team.

Rules

The official rules for all Disney Baseball Tournaments is available for download as a pdf document:

Download the official rules
Waiver
Waivers MUST be completed by all athletes/coaches and submitted at on-site team registration. In order to be on the field of play in this event, all athletes and coaches are required to complete a waiver form. Please follow the following process:
  • Adult Waiver
  • Minor Waiver
  • Before distributing these forms, the coach should print the Team/School Name & Division in the "Event Information" section on the form.
  • Photocopy the number of forms you require.
  • There is no limit to the number of athletes and coaches you wish to bring, but all are required to purchase a participant package.
  • All minors (under age 18) must have a parent or legal guardian sign the "Release and Indemnity" section.
  • The Coach is responsible for photocopying, distributing, collecting, and returning all waivers.
  • All waivers should be brought to registration.
Birth Certificates
All teams must have a copy of each player's birth certificate in their possession during the tournament. Birth certificates must be faxed to 407-938-3442 by April 24, 2013.

Failure to meet any of these requirements will render a player ineligible to participate in the tournament. Any team found to be using an ineligible player would forfeit all Disney Baseball Tournament games in which the ineligible player has participated.
FAQs
General FAQs
Is there a Bat Rule for this tournament?
Yes, the bat rules for this event are as follows:

  • 8U, 10U, 11U, 12U, 13U & 14U - No Bat Restrictions
  • 16U & 18U - The NATIONAL FEDERATION OF HIGH SCHOOL rule pertaining to bat size and length shall apply. The High School Bat Rule is using BBCOR Bats
Are there any limits on the number of innings a player can pitch?
Disney youth baseball tournaments do not have a limit on the number of innings a player may pitch in a day.
What is the player eligibility for this tournament?
Regardless of the age of the player during the Tournament, the division is determined by how old the player will be on May 1, 2013. Acceptable player identification will include: photocopy of birth certificate, valid passport or valid driver's license. Any player who is unable to present acceptable identification when asked by a tournament official will be deemed ineligible.
What documents are required to be compete?
The forms listed below must be submitted prior to the start of competition.

  • A signed Disney's Sports Waiver Forms for each player, bat boy/girl and coach must be turned in at registration.
  • All teams MUST have copies of each player's birth certificate faxed to 407-938-3442 by April 24, 2013.
  • Official Disney Baseball Roster must be filled out online with players name and uniform number. Please also list your coaches, bat boy/girls and scorekeeper.
What rules do you play by for this tournament?
National High School Federation rules with some modifications for age groups. Please see the "Rules" tab for more details.
Can my team entry fee go towards the purchase of a package?
No, the team entry fee secures your team's spot in the event. It is not a deposit, nor does it go towards any package prices.
What if I have to cancel my Team?
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing and must be received 45-days prior to the tournament start day in order for the entry fee refund to be considered. Teams canceling after the tournament draw has been drafted will forfeit the entry fee. Contact Disney Sports Travel directly at 407-939-7810 Option #3 or email wdw.disney.sports.travel@disneysports.com, to inquire about specific package cancellation policies.
Where and when will on-site registration for the tournament take place?
All teams are strongly encouraged to arrive the night before the event begins. Registration for teams staying at Disney's All Star Sports Resort and Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort will take place near the guest check in counter of each resort. Teams staying at Disney's Good Neighbor hotels can attend registration at Disney's All Star Sports Resort. A LATE team registration will be conducted at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex for those teams who arrive after 7:00 PM the previous evening. A Coaches Meeting will take place on the first day of tournament play, and competition will begin shortly thereafter.
How do I pick up my teams passes/credentials for the event?

Participant credentials for player, Coaches or Bat Boy/Girl will be distributed at registration. In exchange for a credential ESPN Wide World of Sports MUST receive a Disney Sports Waiver at registration.

Final Payment of Packages
Coaches must pick up credentials for the entire team at Team Registration. It is the responsibility of the coach to ensure that all team members are equipped with their credentials prior to entrance into the complex. The credential specifies the areas of the sports complex participants and coaches can enter as well as the valid dates. Once received, credentials must be visible to gain admittance. Credentials are nontransferable and it is important all participants and coaches maintain possession of the credentials. If a credential is lost or stolen, it will be necessary to pay a replacement fee.

Is there a limit of coaches and players for each team?
Yes! For this event each team may have up to 20 Athletes and no more more than 4 Non-Players (Includes Coaches and bat boys/girls) on the field/in the dugout at any one time. Each player and coach must purchase the minimum participant package.
Will games be held on the first day of the tournament?
Yes, all teams must be prepared to begin play anytime on the first day of the tournament. Teams are encouraged to arrive the night before the event begins.
How late will the games be on the last day?
We make every attempt to complete the last games by 2:00 pm. If you are traveling on Disney's Magical Express to Orlando International Airport, it's recommended to depart your hotel three hours prior to your scheduled flight. Please do not schedule a departing flight prior to 6 pm on the final day of the tournament, knowing that your team could play until 2 pm.
When and how will I be notified of my schedule?
Approximately one week prior to the tournament start date an email will be sent to the coach or team contact confirming the time and place of the Coaches meeting and team registration. The preliminary schedule will be posted on our website about one week prior to the tournament. The final schedule will be distributed at the mandatory coaches meeting following registration on the first morning of the tournament. Final bracket results will be available on the event website.
Do you offer assistance in fundraising?
Yes! We proudly are associated with ESPN's Coach Fundraising Program. For more information, visit www.coaches.espn.com or call 1-888-530-3776.
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex FAQs
Will there be athletic trainers onsite?
TDuring events, athletic trainers, provided by South Lake Hospital, are present at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex and are able to respond to athlete injuries. Additionally, athletic trainers, provided by South Lake Hospital, may be available for preventative taping pre-event, subject to availability, at no cost, if athletes bring their own tape and pre-wrap. Taping kits may also be purchased at The ESPN Clubhouse Shop at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Taping required for the initial treatment of an injury sustained during event competition that has been handled by a South Lake Hospital athletic trainer is at no additional cost. For additional information or questions about athletic trainers at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, please call the South Lake Hospital Athletic Trainer program at (407) 938-1478.
If I play a game in the morning and at night, can I leave my team's equipment in storage at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex?
No. Due to the number of athletes competing at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, there will not be any storage space available. Teams are responsible for their own equipment at all times.
Where can I drop off my Baseball Equipment?
Teams will be able to drop off equipment at the designated pick-up location and load the equipment onto an Equipment Pargo. It is recommended one team member escort the equipment to the Diamondplex or HESS® Sports Fields only. The Equipment Pargo is for transportation of equipment ONLY!
Where do I park for the event?
Parking at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex is complimentary. In the event ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex parking lot is filled to capacity, guests will be directed to alternate complimentary parking areas. EPSN Wide World of Sports Complex will provide guests with shuttle and bus transportation to and from the alternate complimentary parking areas.
How will inclement weather affect my schedule?
Although our fields drain very well, adjustments to the schedules due to rain, will be made by the Tournament Director. ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex reserves the right to modify and/or cancel daily events in the case of severe weather.

In the case of lightning or severe rain, all competition will be halted and all guests will be asked to proceed to the safety of the designated lightning shelters. The competition will resume when the weather clears, or be postponed to the following day. If games are postponed to the following day, they will be played after the completion of that days schedule.

Feel free to call the game information line at 407-939-1557 in the case of inclement weather.
Will shower facilities be available for my team at the conclusion of our competition on our final day at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex?
There are no shower or locker room facilities available at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.
Can we hang a Team Banner?
Teams are encouraged to display tasteful team banners on the dugout fence. The banner cannot contain any sponsor names that are in conflict with ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex sponsors. Disney reserves the right to remove any banner as circumstances dictate.
Is there food available at the complex?
Concession and Merchandise stands will be open throughout the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.
Hotel Package FAQs
Who exactly needs to purchase the participant packages?
All participating players, coaches and bat boys/girls are required to purchase the minimum participant package.

Please note all rooming lists will be cross checked with the Disney Sports Waiver Forms to verify the total number of credentials each team receives. Parents and spectators are encouraged to purchase a spectator package at the same price (the parent/spectator package includes a Length-Of-Event (LOE) ticket to the complex for all games in the tournament).
Do you offer any special packages for family and fans?
Yes! Spectator packages are available for all family and fans. Spectator packages include transportation to and from Orlando International Airport with Disney's Magical Express to any Disney Resort , transportation to and from the sports complex if you stay at Disney's All-Star Sports Resort or Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, your accommodations, a Multi-Day Magic Your Way Theme Park Ticket with Park Hopper® Option to the Disney Theme Parks, and admission into ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at the same price as the coach/participant package. Please call Disney Sports Travel at 407-939-7810, or email them at wdw.disney.sports.travel@disneysports.com for more information.
Can the Multi-Day Magic Your Way Theme Park Ticket with Park Hopper® Option in the package be upgraded to another ticket?
Yes it can! Your Disney Sports Travel Agent can explain the options for upgrading and help match the tickets that best fit specific needs during the trip. Walt Disney World® Water Parks and DisneyQuest® Indoor Interactive Theme Park Tickets are also available.
Can I make changes to my rooming list after I have already submitted it?
Please call the assigned Disney Sports Travel Agent, 407-938-7810, to make those changes before arrival for the tournament.
Will parents and other spectators have to pay admission into ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex if their team is playing?
Yes! Parking is complimentary but all spectators are required to purchase admission into ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Daily admission tickets to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex is available for each adult and for each child (ages 3-9). Spectators may instead choose to purchase a Length of Event [LOE] pass that is valid for admission on all days of the tournament at a reduced price. It is recommended that spectators purchase LOE passes in advance through the spectator packages offered or during registration to avoid long lines that often occur before the first game. LOE and general admission tickets are non-refundable/non-exchangeable, regardless of number of days your team competes.

Spectator packages thru Disney Sports Travel include a Length of Event pass for each person.
Do I need to arrange transportation while I'm visiting ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex?
No, it is not necessary to arrange transportation. Hotel packages include transportation to and from Orlando International Airport with Disney's Magical Express to any Disney Resort. Transportation to and from the Sports Complex is provided if you stay at Disney's All-Star Sports Resort or Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort. If you do not choose to stay at Disney's All-Star Sports Resort or Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort you will need to arrange for your own transportation to and from ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. As always, there are complementary Disney buses available to transport players, coaches and spectators to and from Disney Resorts and between Disney theme parks.
Can I arrange for a private team banquet or party on Disney property during our stay?
Yes! You may call 407-939-6049. A cast member will help you arrange a specific function that will meet your team's needs.
Can I arrange for a team meal on Disney property during our stay?
Yes! You may call 407.WDW.DINE to make a reservation for your team.
Can I arrange for a catered team meal at the sports complex during our stay?
Yes! Please contact Sports Travel for dining options. Sports Travel can be reached at 407.939.7810 OPTION 3.
Contact FAQs
Who would I contact for the following specific questions?
Disney Sports Travel, 407-939-7810 Option #3.
  • Directions to hotel, air/ground transportation, rooming list changes, package/ticket upgrade and hotel amenities


Dr. Al Schlazer, Tournament Director, 407-938-3446
  • Rules or schedule questions


Kyle Cantrell, Associate Sales Manager, 407-938-3802
  • General questions
Event at a Glance
  • Eligibility:
  • Team Eligibility
    Participation in a Disney Baseball Tournament is open to amateur teams consisting of up to 20 players of proper eligibility.

    Age Divisions:
    8U, 10U, 11U, 12U, 13U, 14U, 16U

    Player Eligibility
    Players ages 6-18 may participate. *Based upon May 1, 2013 age cutoff.

    Acceptable player identification will include: photocopy of birth certificate, valid passport or valid driver's license.
  • Important Dates:
  • Event:
    May 24-27, 2013

    Early Registration:
    Apr.1 - Oct. 31, 2012

    Registration:
    Nov. 1, 2012 - Apr. 26, 2013

    Application Deadline:
    Apr. 26, 2013
  • Fees:
    • $260 entry fee for applications submitted and paid on or before Oct. 31, 2012.
    • $460 entry fee for applications submitted and paid between Nov. 1, 2012 and the application deadline, Apr. 26, 2013
  • Location:
  • Contact:
  • Kyle Cantrell, Sales Manager, 407-938-3802
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