Region World Series

Portland, TX

Luis Tovar

South Coast World Series - Session 1

5gg

Jun 18-20

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Welcome to the 2025 NCS South Coast World Series – Session 1!

Dear Coaches,

On behalf of **NCS South Texas**, thank you for being part of the **2025 NCS South Coast World Series – Session 1**! We’re excited to host your teams for a great week of baseball, sportsmanship, and fun in Portland, Texas.

Below is all the information you need to prepare for this event.

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**Venue Information**

All games and activities will be held at:

**Portland Municipal Park**

1815 Memorial Pkwy

Portland, TX 78374

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**Event Itinerary**

**Wednesday, June 18**

• 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Team Check-In, Skills Competitions & Pin Trading

• 12:15 PM – 11:00 PM: Pool Play Games

**Thursday, June 19**

• 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM: Bracket Play Begins

• 6:00 PM: Home Run Derby (6u, 8u, 10u, 13u)

• 7:00 PM: Home Run Derby (12u)

**Friday, June 20**

• 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Bracket & Championship Games

Stay updated through the event tabs on [PlayNCS.com](https://playncs.com).

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**Mandatory Team Check-In**

**Location:** Portland Municipal Park

**Date:** Wednesday, June 18

**Time:** 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon

**No team will be allowed to compete until check-in is complete.**

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**Coach Checklist – Complete Before Check-In**

* Update your NCS roster (only include attending players)

* Print your official NCS roster

* Create a team binder with:

• Copy of each player’s birth certificate

• Printed roster

* **Player Fee:** \$100 per player

• Accepted: Cash, Cash App, Credit Card (**No checks**)

* **Team Insurance:**

• Must be uploaded and verified

• \$50 No Insurance Fee applies if not verified

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**Skills Competitions – Wednesday Morning**

Infield Around the Horn (6 Players/Team)

• 2 timed attempts per team

• Must follow base sequence outlined in rules

Team Base Running Relay (4 Players/Team)

• Relay format on regulation field

• 5-second penalty for leaving early

Fastest Man (2 Players/Team)

• Timed lap around the bases

• 1 attempt per participant

**Register Here:**

[Skills Competition & Home Run Derby Form](https://forms.gle/BQgvSmL9Rhxh7WFP8)

**Registration Deadlines:**

• Skills Competition: **Tuesday, June 17 @ 11:59 PM**

• Home Run Derby: **Wednesday, June 18 @ 11:59 PM**

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**Home Run Derby – Thursday Evening**

**Date:** Thursday, June 19

**Start Times & Fields:**

• 6u – 6:00 PM @ Field #1

• 8u – 6:00 PM @ Field #4

• 10u – 6:00 PM @ Field #2

• 12u – 7:00 PM @ Field #2

• 13u – 6:00 PM @ Field #5

Each team may enter up to 3 players

**Format:**

• 1-minute rounds

• 2 warm-up pitches allowed

• Only fair home runs count

• No warm-up after batter enters the box

**Teams Provide:**

• Pitcher

• Baseballs (enough for full round)

• Ball shaggers

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**Pay at the Plate – Umpire Fees**

* 5U–6U: \$30 per team/game

* 7U–8U: \$40 per team/game

* 9U–12U: \$55 per team/game

* 13U–18U: \$70 per team/game

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**Behavior & Venue Rules**

We enforce a **Zero Tolerance Policy** for disrespectful behavior. Violators (fans, coaches, players) will be removed and banned from the event.

Please review and share the following venue policies:

Facility Conduct

* **Only water** allowed in dugouts and on turf. NO EXCEPTIONS.

* **No pets** on playing surfaces

* **No scooters** inside the venue

* **Wheelchairs, scooters, and service animals** allowed per ADA

* **No alcohol** allowed. Staff may inspect containers

* **No open fires or cooking** (BBQ pits, grills, etc.) in parking lots

* **No heaters** (open flame or portable) inside any part of the facility

Camera Policy

* Cameras must be **freestanding**

* No attachment to fences, nets, poles, etc.

* Must not block view of others

Noise Policy

* **No Bluetooth speakers, music players, air horns, or noisemakers**

* Violators will be asked to leave

Seed/Shelled Snack Policy

* Do not spit or discard sunflower seeds inside the park

* Seeds damage turf and drainage systems

Cleat Policy

* **Metal cleats are NOT allowed** on turf or portable mounds

* Use rubber cleats, turf shoes, or tennis shoes

No Motorized Vehicles Inside Gates

Prohibited items include but are not limited to:

• Dirt bikes, motorcycles

• Mopeds, ATVs, 4-wheelers

• Toy ride-on cars

• **Scooters (except for ADA use)**

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Let’s Have a Great Event!

Thank you again for joining us. If you have any questions before or during the event, feel free to contact me directly.

**Hilario Salas**

NCS South Texas

(956) 504-2500

[NCS.SouthTexas@gmail.com](mailto:NCS.SouthTexas@gmail.com)

[PlayNCS.com](https://playncs.com)

Skills Competition Event

⚾ NCS World Series –
Skills Competition Rules

🔁 Infield Around the Horn (6 Players per Team)

  • Each team gets two (2) attempts

  • The pitcher starts from the mound and throws to the catcher

  • The timer starts when the pitcher releases the ball

  • The catcher must step on home plate, then throw to 2nd base

  • The 2nd baseman must step on second base, then throw to 1st base

  • The 1st baseman must step on first base, then throw to 3rd base

  • The 3rd baseman must step on third base, then throw to the shortstop

  • The shortstop must step on second base, then throw to the catcher

  • The timer stops once the catcher receives the ball and steps on home plate

  • Up to six (6) players per team may participate

🏃‍♂️ Team Base Running Relay (4 Players per Team)

  • Each team gets two (2) attempts

  • Teams consist of four (4) players:

    • 2 at home plate

    • 2 at second base

  • No leadoffs allowed

Relay Format:

  1. Runner 1 starts from home plate → runs to second base

  2. Runner 2 (waiting behind second base) takes off after Runner 1 touches the base and crosses in front

  3. Runner 2 runs home → passes in front of Runner 3 at home

  4. Runner 3 takes off → cycle repeats

  5. Timer stops when Runner 4 touches home plate

  • Runners must start behind the base or in the right-handed batter's box

  • Leaving early results in a 5-second penalty

  • All races will take place on a regulation baseball field

⚡ Fastest Man (2 Players per Team)

  • Each contestant starts at home plate with their lead foot on the plate

  • Time begins on the official’s signal

  • Contestants will run a full lap around the bases, finishing by touching home plate

  • The timer stops once the runner crosses home plate

  • Each contestant gets one (1) attempt