What are DIBS? 

DIBS are volunteer hours required by ROYBA. This is noted in the registration process. Volunteers are necessary to ensure a successful season for all ROYBA players.

How many DIBS hours do I need to complete? 

2 hours of DIBS are required per player.

Can I buy out my DIBS?

Yes, when you register your player, you have the opportunity to buy out your DIBS for $150. 

**After this payment, you will not need to complete any volunteering hours. 

Who has to complete DIBS? 

ALL players in:

• Rookies

• Minors

• Majors 

• 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th Grade House

• 9U-14U Travel baseball

**15U and up DO NOT complete DIBS**

Who DOES NOT have to complete DIBS? 

• Head Coaches

• Assistant Coaches 

• One Team Manager (per team)

• One GameChanger/Book parent (per team)

• ROYBA Board Members

• Sponsors

• People who buy out their DIBS at registration 

• Anyone who serves on another board in the Rogers/Otsego area 

Please email jessica@royba.org if you fall under one of these categories or if you have a question. 

What if I have multiple players? 

Families are only required to complete DIBS for their first TWO children. *4 hours max. per family.*

Third children and up do not need to complete DIBS. Please reach out to jessica@royba.org to update DIBS for these players. 

How do I find volunteering (DIBS) opportunities? 

Look under the DIBS tab at royba.org

How do I know if I completed my DIBS? 

Your status can be found under the DIBS tab at royba.org

When are DIBS items posted? 

DIBS are posted throughout the season starting as early as February. Please check the website periodically to view available opportunities. 

What does not count for DIBS? 

• Buying team snacks

• Helping out a coach in practice

*DIBS are only fulfilled through the ROYBA website* 

What if I don’t complete my DIBS? 

At the end of the season, those families that did not complete their required volunteering hours will be sent an invoice for $200. 

Who do I contact with questions? 

jessica@royba.org