Founded in 2009, Raider Nation, in partnership with the Hastings YMCA, offers an In-House Baseball Program that serves ballplayers ages 4-9 (Pre-K thru 3rd grade) with a season that runs from the beginning of June through early August, depending on age level. A child's grade at the time of registration determines their eligibility for each program level.
The program provides each player a hat, pants and jersey with RN and YMCA logos. Each team is fully equipped with bats and catchers gear. Players must provide their own glove and batting helmet.
In-House Baseball registration fee varies from $60 - $160 based on the level. Late registrations may be accepted dependent upon availability and payment of a $100 late fee. Late registrations carry no guarantee of uniforms being ready for opening day but we will do our utmost.
All individuals interested in becoming a Head Coach, Assistant Coach or Team Manager must register below in the volunteer registration box. If you have previously registered, no need to register again.
January 23rd - March 1st Registration
Uniform Fittings: When registering you will need to select the shirt and pant size. Please look at last years uniform to determine sizing or you can register after you attend one of the uniform fittings below at the YMCA
March 8th: Uniform Orders Placed
April 30th- 9:00am - Farm Ball- Equipment Handout and Coaches Meeting at Pioneer Park (At least One Coach needs to come from each team)
May 1st: Equipment Handout and Coaches Meeting at Stor-Away Storage Shed located at 445 Spiral Blvd Hastings MN(At least One Coach needs to come from each team)
May 16th-24th: Uniform Distribution - Coaches will hand out at practice
Preseason Games Start: June 6th or 7th(depending on level)
Opening Day: June 11th at Veterans Athletic Complex
July 22-24 End of Season Tournament
**Player age based on grade at the time of registration**
T-Ball Level: Pre-K (ages 4/5)
May 24th thru July 24th: 2 days a week- Mondays and Wednesday
First Practice: May 23rd
Opening Day: June 11th
Games and Practice Times: 5:30-6:30PM
End of Year tournament July 22nd thru July 24th
Cost: $60.00
Farm Ball Level: K-1st grade (ages 6/7)
May 11th thru July 24th: 2 days a week- Mondays and Wednesday
Coach pitch
First Practice: May 11th
Opening Day: June 11th
Games and Practice Times: 6:00-7:30PM
End of Year tournament July 22nd thru July 24th
Cost: $100.00
Minors Level: 2nd-3rd grade (ages 8/9)
Season: May 12th thru July 24th: 3 days a week-Sunday, Tuesdays and Thursdays
Machine Pitch/ Kid Pitch
First Practice: May 12
Opening Day: June 11th
Games and Practice Times: 6:00-7:30PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays with Sundays TBD
End of Year tournament July 22nd thru July 24th
Cost: $160.00
RNYB has established the Chase Passauer Memorial Scholarship Fund for families in need to ensure all youth have an opportunity to participate in baseball. The fund honors its namesake and his love of baseball, both as a player and umpire. To be considered for a scholarship, complete this application and return it to the RNYB Treasurer.