Salt Spring Island Baseball and Fastpitch Association

Board of Directors


Board of Directors

Our Baseball & Fastpitch Association is a volunteer-run, non-profit organization dedicated to providing a positive, safe, and development-focused experience for all players.

The Board of Directors is responsible for the overall governance, planning, and direction of the association. Board members work collaboratively to ensure the association operates fairly, transparently, and in the best interest of our athletes and families.

Current board of directors:
President: Eric Beamish
Vice President: Jaime Taraskiewicz
Secretary: Kari Burgess
Registrar: Alisha Renauld
Treasurer: Open  
Directors at large: Darren Lee, Corey Johnson, Tyson Blume, Sarah Bulmer
Umpire at large: Rowan Hughes


What the Board Does

The Board of Directors oversees:

  • Long-term planning and development of baseball and fastpitch programs

  • Financial oversight, budgeting, and fee structure

  • Policies, procedures, and risk management

  • Liaison with governing bodies and leagues

  • Support for coaches, volunteers, and families

  • Ensuring a positive, inclusive, and respectful environment


Volunteer Leadership

All board positions are volunteer roles. Board members generously donate their time to support the association and its players.

We value:

  • Open communication

  • Collaboration and respect

  • Community involvement

  • A shared commitment to youth sport development


Meetings

  • Board meetings are held regularly throughout the year, with our AGM typically in June

  • Meetings focus on planning, operations, and ongoing program needs

  • Meeting minutes and important updates may be shared with members as appropriate


Getting Involved

We welcome parent and community involvement and encourage members to consider volunteering in board or support roles. A strong association depends on engaged families and volunteers.

If you are interested in joining the Board of Directors or would like more information, please contact us.

 Contact details can be found on the Contact Us page.