Q: What dates should I put on my calendar now?
Feb. 4, 2024
Registration closes for Spring 2024 PONY League
IMPORTANT UPDATE (1-11-24): Registration has been suspended as we have reached max capacity for fielding three teams. Please email Matt Preece (boscopreece@gmail.com) as soon as possible if your son is interested in playing . If at least seven (7) additional players inquire to play, we will be able to field a fourth team.
Feb. 11, 2024
Player evaluation day at Harper Field. Teams drafted that week and players notified by coaches.
Week of Feb. 18, 2024
Practices begin.
Early March 2024
Regular season games begin. No games over Spring Break or Easter weekend.
Mid-May 2024
Regular season games conclude and post-season tourney commences.
*ALL REGULAR SEASON AND POST-SEASON GAMES WILL BE CONCLUDED BEFORE MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND.
Q: What age range is eligible to play Spring 2024 PONY baseball?
Born between May 1, 2009 - August 31, 2011
Q: What does it cost to register for the Spring 2024 PONY season?
$450
Q: How are Western Hills teams formed?
Following the player evaluation day on February 11, teams will be drafted by the head coaches. Player/coach/teammate requests cannot be accommodated. All registered players will be placed on a team.
Q: Who will the teams play?
Opponents will include fellow Western Hills PONY teams and teams from Northwest, Delwood, South Austin, and potentially other PONY organizations in the greater Austin Area.
Q: What is a typical practice/game schedule for Spring 2024 PONY?
Teams will have a combination of practices and games up to 3-4 days per week. The regular season typically consists of 14-16 regular season games + post-season tournament. At this time, it is intended to only schedule regular season games Sundays thru Fridays; no Saturday games.
*There will be no games scheduled the week of Spring Break or Easter weekend.
***Schedules are not determined until registration closes and teams are formed.
Q: Where are Western Hills PONY practices and games?
All practices and home games will be played at Harper Field (next to YMCA at Lamar and Cesar Chavez). Away games will be played at opponents' fields.
Q: Does WH PONY offer financial aid to help with registration fees?
Yes. Financial aid is available for families who are experiencing financial hardships. Please contact our registration team at info@whll.org to request assistance.
Q: What forms of payment does WH PONY League accept?
Registration fees may be paid with either MasterCard, Visa or Discover credit cards.
Q: What equipment do I need to provide?
WH will provide a jersey, hat, belt, socks and bag tag to each player. Players are responsible for providing their own baseball pants and cleats. Metal spikes are allowed. Players are also responsible for their own equipment including glove, bat, and batting helmet. PONY Baseball requires USABat or BBCOR stamped, max 2 5/8 barrels.
**Please note: 2 3/4 barrel, USSSA stamp, and 1.15 BPF bats are NOT allowed.
Q: May I purchase a sponsorship online?
Yes! You may utilize our website to purchase team sponsorships, field signs and to make a “Friend of Western Hills” donation. If you have questions or special requests, please contact our Sponsorship Team by email (jaywinetroub@gmail.com). We thank you in advance for your support!