Game Format:
• Seven innings.
• The game will be self-officiated. The catcher will make all calls on balls and strikes while all other calls will be mutually agreed upon by the players involved.
• All other standard baseball rules and regulations apply. Purpose: The national divide between our inner city communities and our police officers is nearing epidemic proportions and the focus has been placed on the few and not the many. While we are certainly facing very serious issues of crime and the enforcement of the law, these issues do not define our communities. Every moment of every day there is far more good than bad within our neighborhoods and communities. The Safe at Home Game’s purpose is to reveal that goodness. Our neighborhoods and communities are full of great kids and great cops and the Safe at Home Game will tell their stories…and their stories will inspire us all. Mission: To initiate, cultivate and foster positive relationships between Atlanta inner city youth and Atlanta Police Officers. More Info: The self-officiated aspect of this game is immensely important because it requires respect. There is great power in watching athletes compete while demonstrating complete trust and respect for each other. Our hope is that the Safe at Home Game will foster long-term, trusting and respectful relationships between our inner city youth and our police officers. To accomplish this, there will be joint practices, both public and private, that will allow players to fellowship and begin building relationships. In addition there will be other events leading up to the game where the players will spend time together within the community. The unifying activities leading up to the Safe at Home Game are the heart and soul of this event. Where: TBD
When: July 25, 2015 | 11am
Joint Practices:
• Monday, June 29th, 5:00pm-7:30pm | Closed Practice @ Washington HS
• Friday, July 10th, 10:00am-12:30pm | Open Practice @ TBD
Sponsorship and Partnership Opportunities Available
Contact information: Please direct all inquiries to Brad Jubin at [email protected] or 678-481-5676
