Baseball Queensland (BQ) is pleased to announce that Baseball Northern Territory (BNT) will be sending a Little League side to compete in our Little League Division 2 State Titles at Redcliffe 2020.
The representative players will be from Alice Springs and Darwin, and are scheduled to travel to Brisbane as part of their pathway program strategy, initiated by Baseball NT. This opportunity creates a new element of support to the continued participation and growth for Baseball NT, while engaging new participants to the Baseball Queensland State Titles event.
It will bring a new element to our State Titles having a little league team from Northern Territory and this addition aligns with BQ’s strategy to grow our game.
“The partnership with Baseball NT, enables Baseball Queensland to deliver positive outcomes not just within Queensland but support our national affiliates through a collective approach. BQ was able to deliver similar positive outcomes with NSW Country women’s teams at the 2019 Queensland Women’s State Titles” said Baseball Queensland CEO Paul Gonzalez.
These are the strategic initiatives that enable the sport to grow not only in participation, but also in growing our relationships with baseballer’s nationally and globally.
Since the addition of the Division 2 at our State Titles we have a seen growth in participation in tournament play for Little League and Junior League. It is a positive that our BQ tournaments continue to attract interstate attention. Baseball Queensland project to have nine (9) categories this year with up to twenty (20) teams over the event. At this event, BQ will have hosted the greatest number of teams both male and female in BQ’s history.
Baseball NT’s General Manager Gemma Scales shared her thoughts on the initiative.
“Baseball NT is thrilled to continue building a partnership with Baseball Queensland to offer our members a non-traditional pathway program. Recently, Baseball NT has had players represent Queensland in Women’s and Girl’s national events, and in other Queensland State Title events. The opportunity to send a whole team is a great step forward for the Territory. We wish our players and officials all the best for April.”
This year our 2020 State Titles are expanding with a division 3 tournament for Little League and tournaments for Rookie Ball and Tee Ball. This will see the 2020 State Titles as the largest baseball event ever run by BQ with an estimate of 400 players participating in the event.
For more information on the event click here.
The Participation Committee has been established by the Board of Management of Baseball Queensland to identify avenues to increase the participation in Baseball and/or Baseball-related activities by athletes of all ages within the state of Queensland.
We are seeking two (2) additional members to join the Participation Committee. Members should have networks within the wider baseball community that are important for the development of the sport; experience in sports scheduling; experience in baseball coaching, umpiring, scoring or in Club administration; an understanding of how Clubs operate within the state of Queensland; and an understanding of the issues relating to the connections between Clubs and their Regions.
Selection of members will be guided by these criteria and with consideration for existing expertise within the Committee to ensure diverse and complementary skills, experience and backgrounds necessary for the Participation Committee to collectively undertake its responsibilities.
Expressions of interest addressing the criteria are to be submitted in writing no later than close of business on 3 April 2020. Please email the expression of interest to Andrea Marshall, Secretary, BQ Participation Committee (femaleparticipation@baseballqld.asn.au)
Baseball Queensland (BQ) is committed to continuing to improve the services we provide to our baseball players in Queensland. We are particularly focused on opportunities that are relevant and add value, therefore I am pleased to advise that the Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) has maintained our funding for BQ’s High Performance (HP) programs, staff and athletes.
We are pleased to continue to build on the success seen in 2019 with the increase of participants in our HP programs, as well as the direct successful outcomes of our emerging and developing athletes at the Australian Championships.
Baseball Queensland continue to represent our National Team in 2019-20 with nine (9) Queenslander representatives and three (3) coaches competing in the first round of the Premier Twelve event, the qualification event for the Tokyo 2020.
BQ continue to service the athletes within our High-Performance pathway programs with the focus of providing Queensland athletes the resources to excel at the National level. Shayne Watson, the Athlete Development/High Performance Manager and his coaching group, continue to work towards the vision of “Building a better future for baseball.”
Baseball Queensland CEO, Paul Gonzalez states:
“Through the continued support of the Queensland Academy of Sport, Baseball Queensland continues to lead towards holistic outcomes for our athletes both on and off the playing field.
Baseball Queensland is committed to the future of the game and with the continued support of the QAS, this leverage enables the sport to progress towards long-term positive outcomes.”
We acknowledge the support that the Queensland Academy of Sport continues to show Baseball Queensland and are excited to see our programs evolve.
Thank you
Kind regards,
Paul Gonzalez
Chief Executive Officer
Dear Baseball Queensland Members and Participants
Baseball Queensland is committed to continuing to improve the services we provide to our members and participants. We are particularly focused on opportunities that are relevant and add value, therefore I am pleased to advise that Baseball Queensland has partnered with Brisbane Knee and Shoulder Clinic to offer sport-specific treatment for athletes.
The Brisbane Knee & Shoulder Clinic is led by Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Kelly MacGroarty on Wickham Terrace, Brisbane. Dr. MacGroarty is a specialist knee and shoulder Orthopaedic Surgeon.
Common surgical treatments such as ACL reconstruction after sporting injuries, shoulder reconstruction after dislocations, knee and shoulder arthroscopies and joint replacement surgery are the cornerstone of Dr. MacGroarty’s practice.
His priority is the prompt diagnosis, treatment and management of all knee and shoulder complaints. He achieves this goal by working closely with all referring GPs, physiotherapists and sports physicians.
Dr MacGroarty runs the Brisbane Knee & Shoulder Clinic out of his rooms at the St Andrews War Memorial Hospital on Wickham Terrace, Brisbane. The clinic has arrangements with several radiology providers to enable patients to access scanning services on an urgent basis. He also sees patients at Greenslopes in the Specialty Clinics at the Greenslopes Private Hospital.
This partnership between BQ and Brisbane Knee and Shoulder Clinic will see Baseball Queensland members have access to the very best in Knee and Shoulder care at a discounted rate. The partnership provides the connection for Queensland baseballers to receive the best in assessment and outcome when it comes to injuries, surgery and rehabilitation.
To connect with the Knee and Shoulder Clinic please see the details below:
Online Booking Form: https://kneeandshoulderclinic.com.au/my-practice/urgent-sports-injury-clinic/
Baseball Queensland (BQ) is delighted to announce a partnership with Qscan.
QScan Radiology Clinics are a comprehensive Diagnostic Medical Imaging & Interventional Practice with multiple clinics in South-East Queensland and additional QScan Group partner clinics elsewhere in Australia. We are a dynamic organization driven by clarity of vision and values that focus on providing compassionate care for our patients and excellence for our referrers.
These healthcare objectives are achieved through our subspecialty trained Radiologists and highly trained clinical and support staff. We utilize the latest information technology and state of the art medical imaging equipment.
The radiology services include:
Digital X-ray, Ultrasound, Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Nuclear Medicine, Positron Emission Tomography (PET-CT), Bone Mineral Density (BMD), Orthopantomogram (OPG), Dental, Cone Beam, Interventional Radiology and other specialized health services.
The partnership between BQ and QScan will see Baseball Queensland members have access to the very best in diagnostic medical imaging and interventional practices at a discounted rate. The partnership provides a connection for Queensland baseballers to receive the best in Digital X-ray, CT and other radiology practices.
Baseball Queensland CEO, Paul Gonzalez is excited to have Baseball Queensland connected to the very best care.
“Baseball Queensland looks forward to the continued focus of building strong partnerships for all our members as part of BQ vision of Building a better future for baseball.”
To connect with the QScan please see the details below:
Website: www.qscan.com.au
Baseball Queensland (BQ) is proud to announce its’ partnership with QSports Medicine.
Qsports Medicine is the largest sports medicine clinic in Brisbane. It is involved closely with a wide variety of high-profile sporting organizations.
QSports Medicine specialists have received specialist training in sports and exercise medicine, treating recreation and elite athletes, as well as patients with non-sports related musculoskeletal disorders. Sports and Exercise Medicine training includes how medical problems may impact on activity e.g. asthma and which medications to use.
QSports Medicine promotes injury prevention (essential in junior sport), has an evidence-based approach and a multi-disciplinary team care. Other aspects that are involved in our specialty includes musculoskeletal injections, ASADA responsibilities, baseline testing e.g. concussion and specialized testing for diagnosis of difficult musculoskeletal problems.
QSports also is involved in workplace and military medicine. A doctor’s referral for the sports physicians (not registrars) is not essential but highly recommended as it may make further investigation significantly cheaper.
The partnership between BQ and QSports Medicine will see Baseball Queensland’s members have access to the very best in medical services, a 25% discount will be given off the consultation fee of the treating doctor.
Baseball Queensland CEO, Paul Gonzalez is excited to have Queensland Baseballers connected to the very best care.
“Baseball Queensland is excited to partner with Qsports Medicine Clinic, BQ vision is in Building a better future for baseball and Qsports Medicine Clinic enables us to continue to not only focus on supporting our athletes on field but offield as well”
BQ looks forward to the continued development of our partnership with QSports Medicine Clinic and will continue to leverage opportunities to support all our members into the future.
Dr. Richard Brown shared his thoughts about the partnership between QSports and Baseball Queensland.
“QSports is very proud to be associated with Baseball Queensland. We aim to
give baseball members the best of care, a safe environment and the ability to enjoy a wonderful sport.”
To connect with the Qsports Medicine please see the details below:
Website: http://www.qsports.com.au
