The Atlanta Braves will be bringing youth tournaments to each state in Braves Country, as a part of our Growing the Game initiative. The Braves Country Battles will be focused on creating a fun baseball experience in a friendly yet competitive atmosphere. The Battles will take place in each state within Braves Country and will culminate in Atlanta at the Braves Country Championships in July. All proceeds from the Braves Country Battles will be reinvested in communities to help grow the game, including: free clinics, equipment grants and donations, and field refurbishments. We look forward to seeing you at the Battle! Go Braves and Chop On!  

March 27th - 29th 

Location: Shipyard Park, Charleston, SC

Address: 2383 SC-41, Mt Pleasant, SC 29466

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Tournament Format
Pool play tournament that leads into a single elimination bracket to determine a winner. Three (3) game guarantee (weather permitting). Game rules will be shared with team managers and coaching staff. 

Age Divisions: Playing age is determined by the player's age as of April 30th, 2020. 

• 9U: $600 per team (max of 8 teams)
• 10U: $600 per team (max of 8 teams)
• 11U: $600 per team (max of 7 teams)
• 12U: $600 per team (max of 7 teams)
• 13U: $650 per team (max of 7 teams)

Registration Guidelines

• If space is available, your credit card will be charged automatically.
• Waivers must be signed by all players and coaches participating in the tournament (after registering your team, you can "invite players" to join your team or you can accomplish this from your team dashboard)
• Every coach is responsible for providing and carrying documentation of birth for all players on their roster for the duration of the tournament.
  •  Acceptable forms of identification include: Birth Certificate, Passport, State ID, Any other government issued document 
•  How To Register Your Players.pdf 
•  How To Register your Coaching Staff.pdf

Team Registration Includes

• Players and coaches will receive one (1) complimentary ticket that can be used for select Braves home games
  • A ticket link will be provided to players and coaches with a code after the tournament 
• Teams are invited to participate in a skills challenge and take a photo with a Braves Alumni (the photo will be shared upon completion of the tournament)

Tournament Schedule

• Friday, March 27th: Welcome Ceremony, Team Photos, & Skills Competitions
  • 6:00 PM, Welcome Ceremony (No Gate Fee for Friday events)
  • 6:10 PM, Team Photos with Braves alumni
  • 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM, Skills Competitions (Home Run Derby, Golden Arm Pitching, and Fleet Feet Base Running)
• Saturday, March 28th - Pool Play 
  
  • 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM- Two (2) Pool Play Games per Team 
• Sunday, March 29th - Bracket and Championship Play
  
  • 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM - Single elimination bracket play leading into championship games

Refund Policy

Refunds will only be administered if our staff is given at least three (3) weeks written notice prior to an event OR under extreme circumstances on a case by case basis. Please be considerate of our planning and execution of all events, including other teams' plans as this may affect a larger group. We want to be as accommodating as possible for all parties involved. 

Shipyard Park Rules and Information

• Shipyard-Park-General-Rules-2020.pdf 
• Shipyard-Park-Fan-Code-of-Conduct.pdf 
• Gate Entry: Shipyard Park does charge an individual gate fee for parents and siblings.The fee is $10 for adults and $8 for students (ages 6-17). Children 5 and under are free.
  • Teams entering the park are free along with 3 coaches that must sign in at the Ticket Building each day (Sat/Sun) before entering. 

Team Classification/Division Breakdown
In an attempt to keep the tournaments fun and competitive, we are asking that each team self classify during the registration process. We have gathered different classification terms and descriptions to help clarify what each division means. For smaller events, this may mean everyone still plays together for pool play but then we break out the teams into Gold/Silver for bracket play. For larger events, where it makes sense, we would create separate divisions to be played for both pool play and bracket play. All in all, the goal is to create a good experience for all teams involved.

Below is a breakdown of each classification:

• D1: Major/All-Levels of AAA, Competitive Nationally and Super-Competitive Regionally
• D2: Medium / Level AA, High-Level Intermediate, Competitive Regionally and Super-Competitive Locally
• D3: Low A All-Levels of A, All-Stars, Rec-Level Intermediate/Beginner, Competitive Locally
• Rec: Local Recreation Teams, Beginner, Competes & Plays Locally