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HistóriaDefense takes center stage at AFA stops in Meridian, with 2026 qualifier highlights
Back‑to‑back AFA events in Meridian put leather on display, from layout grabs to smooth turns in the dirt. The Salute to Service slate and the 2026 AFA Northwest Regional National Qualifier both featured defense that stole outs and stalled rallies [1][2].The highlight cuts underscore team‑first baseball — clean communication, smart positioning, and quick transfers — that set the tone throughout tournament play in the city [1][2].
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HistóriaMeridian 10U All‑Stars bound for Longview regionals, chasing Cal Ripken World Series
Bags are packed for Longview as Meridian’s 10U All‑Stars line up against clubs from around the Northwest and Canada with a Cal Ripken World Series ticket at stake [1]. The group advanced as Idaho’s state runner‑up and now steps into regionals with the same clean, team‑first baseball that powered the summer run [1].Coaches and players have kept the emphasis on fundamentals and the life lessons baked into a postseason grind, while families organize a community fundraising push — including a GoFundMe — to help cover an estimated $40,000 in travel and entry costs if the team punches its ticket to Branson, Missouri [1].Meridian knows this road. Local All‑Star squads have earned Cal Ripken World Series berths in past seasons, a reminder of the standard this 10U group is chasing [2][3].
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HistóriaMeridian Youth Baseball & Softball opens Fall 2026 sign-ups; games start week of Aug. 24
Meridian Youth Baseball & Softball’s fall slate is on the clock. Registration is live across baseball and softball divisions, with games scheduled for the week of Aug. 24 and no games over Labor Day weekend [1].Fees for Fall 2026 are listed by level: Baseball — T‑Ball/Coach Pitch/Machine Pitch $95; Single A/Double A/Triple A $125; 13U & 16U $170. Softball — T‑Ball & 8U $95; 10U $115; 12U $125; 14U/16U $150 [1]. Non‑draft divisions (T‑Ball, Coach Pitch, Machine Pitch in baseball; T‑Ball and 8U in softball) allow limited buddy/coach requests and do not hold assessments, while draft divisions (Single A and up) conduct assessments, typically the Saturday before the season for players 9 and older, followed by coach drafts with no buddy/coach requests [1].Primary fields include Settlers Park, Fuller Park, and Meridian Middle, with potential use of Heritage Middle, Bear Creek Park, and Storey Park. Rec games can be scheduled Monday through Saturday, with no Sunday play [1]. The league also operates Select and All‑Stars programs with separate tryouts and requires background checks for all adults on the field [1].City planning notes for the 2026 season cover field closures, maintenance and utilities, bases, and other ballfield operations tied to public space use, underscoring the coordination that supports the fall calendar [2]. Refund and administrative policies, along with the league contact email (info@mybbaseball.com), are posted for families [1].
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HistóriaMeridian youth baseball 10U earns Cal Ripken World Series berth after regional run
Meridian’s 10‑and‑under group pieced together a postseason surge, advancing from Idaho play to regionals in Longview, Washington, and into the Cal Ripken World Series field [1][2]. The team started 2–14 before catching fire and climbing into World Series play [3].Coaches and families emphasized fundamentals and life lessons throughout the push while organizing fundraisers, including online campaigns, to cover travel and tournament costs [1][3]. Meridian’s youth scene had multiple teams on national stages that summer, underscoring the city’s growing pipeline [4].
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HistóriaMeridian Youth Baseball & Softball: Registration, divisions and home fields for local families
Meridian Youth Baseball & Softball (MYBS) anchors the city’s grassroots diamond scene with recreational divisions from T‑Ball, Coach Pitch and Machine Pitch through age‑graded Single A to Triple A, plus Select and All‑Star opportunities [1][2]. Registration opens ahead of spring and fall slates, with fees posted by division and player assessments and drafts used in the older groups [1][2].The program is volunteer‑run and requires background checks for adults working with players, keeping the focus on safe, positive development [2]. Games and practices are scheduled on Meridian parks and school fields, with week‑to‑week updates, photo highlights and reminders pushed through the league site and social channels [1][4]. Families new to the circuit can find contacts, FAQs, policies and field information in the league’s About section, along with basic location details on local listings [2][3].
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HistóriaWhat Meridian Youth Baseball & Softball offers: divisions, fields, and how to get started
Meridian Youth Baseball & Softball is a volunteer‑run program serving Meridian and the West Ada community, offering both recreational leagues and competitive All‑Star opportunities [1]. The rec pathway runs from T‑Ball and Coach Pitch through Machine Pitch/Rookies, Single A, Double A, Triple A, and age‑based 13U/16U divisions, with kid‑pitch for the older levels [1].Registration opens seasonally for spring and fall. Older divisions use assessments/tryouts to guide team placement and drafts, and the league outlines fees, refund timelines, and scheduling policies on its site [1][2]. Adults working on the field are required to complete background checks as part of the league’s safety standards [1].Home diamonds commonly include Settlers Park, Fuller Park, and Meridian Middle School, with additional fields used as needed [1]. Families handle questions and logistics via the league’s published email contacts rather than by phone, keeping communication streamlined during busy registration windows [1][2].
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HistóriaMeridian 12U opens World Series with two wins as local teams carry Cal Ripken banner
Meridian’s 12U All‑Stars earned their berth and kept rolling at the Cal Ripken World Series, starting pool play with two straight wins to stake an early claim in the bracket [4]. The trip capped a whirlwind stretch that saw the group clinch a spot at nationals and make travel plans for one of youth baseball’s signature events [1].It wasn’t just one team carrying the flag. Two Meridian squads punched tickets to the Cal Ripken World Series, a milestone summer for the city’s youth baseball scene [2]. Along the way, families and volunteers rallied with fundraisers to help cover costs for regionals and the national stage, keeping the focus on the baseball while the community handled the logistics [3].With momentum from the early World Series results, Meridian’s 12U keeps its foot on the gas as pool play continues, aiming to turn a breakthrough summer into a deep tournament run [4].
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HistóriaMeridian 10U starts 2–0 at Cal Ripken World Series as two local teams chase titles
Meridian is doubling up at the Cal Ripken World Series, with two youth teams earning their way onto the national stage. The 10U Select opened hot, stacking a 5–3 win over Winchester (NH) with a 10–1 result against Australia to start 2–0 [1][2].The 10U’s comeback against Winchester featured a Player of the Game nod for Maddox Bullock, and the group backed it up against the “Aussie Drop Bears,” where Eli Shinoda took Player of the Game honors in the 10–1 victory [1].Next up for Meridian 10U Select is Crown Point Bulldogs White (Indiana) as bracket play tightens and the spotlight grows on both Meridian squads [1][2]. Community backing has surged around the teams as they represent the city on the Ripken stage [2][3].A 12U Meridian team is also World Series-bound, adding to a landmark week for the program and its families [4][2].
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HistóriaFrom 2–14 to a World Series: Meridian 12U’s 2022 surge; Major 70s booked Maryland trip
After opening 2–14, Meridian’s 12U all-stars ripped through state and regional brackets to clinch a place at the 2022 Cal Ripken 12U Major/60 World Series. [1]In the same stretch, a Meridian Major 70s team readied for a World Series trip to Maryland, underscoring the club’s depth across divisions. [2]
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HistóriaTwo Meridian youth teams reach Cal Ripken World Series; 12U opens with back-to-back wins
Meridian Youth Baseball & Softball will send two all-star squads to the Cal Ripken Jr. World Series, with both the 10U and 12U earning their berths after strong postseason runs. [3][4][5]The 12U group has made a flying start at the tournament, stacking consecutive wins to open its World Series slate. [6]Rooted in a volunteer-driven model, the club anchors youth baseball and softball in the city and fields multiple age-group teams for Meridian families. [1][2]The pathway extends into the Babe Ruth ranks, with Meridian sides competing at the 14U level as part of the program’s progression. [7][8]