Hammond Optimist Cal Ripken

06/15/2026

05/29/2026

⚾️ FREE MLB PITCH, HIT & RUN COMPETITION ⚾️

Hammond Optimist Youth Sports is excited to host an official Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit & Run event on Friday, June 12, 2026, at the Hammond Optimist Sports Complex!

📍 Location:
Hammond Optimist Sports Complex
1245 N River Dr, Hammond, IN 46324

🕒 Cost:
FREE for all participants!

👦👧 Who Can Participate?
Boys and girls ages 7-14 (Age determined as of November 15, 2026)

Age Divisions:
• 7-8
• 9-10
• 11-12
• 13-14

Pitch, Hit & Run is MLB’s official skills competition where participants showcase their abilities in pitching, hitting, and running. Competitors earn points based on their performance, with the opportunity to advance from the Local Event to a Team Championship and potentially all the way to the Finals held during the 2026 MLB World Series! 🌟

This is an incredible FREE opportunity for young baseball and softball players to test their skills, compete, and have fun while being part of an official MLB program.

📲 Register Here:
https://mlb.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=43af6750565691af448ce4c41&id=f1ab35a92e&e=95368fdcd3&i=b33c1dfbd0

Questions?
📞 Enrique Meza
219-314-8719
📧 [email protected]

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04/18/2026

🔥🏉 YOUTH FLAG RUGBY REGISTRATION IS OFFICIALLY OPEN! 🏉🔥

Hammond Optimist Youth Sports is proud to launch our Youth Flag Rugby Program in partnership with the Northwest Indiana Rugby Club! 💪

👦👧 OPEN TO BOYS & GIRLS
• Grades 2–4 (Ages 7-10)
• Grades 5–8 (Ages 11-14)

📅 Season Begins: May 27th
📍 Location: Riverside Park in Hammond, Indiana

💲 REGISTRATION COST:
• Grades 2–4: $50
• Grades 5–8: $60

⚡ SIGN UP NOW BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE!
👉 www.HammondOptimistYouthSports.org

🎽 WHAT’S INCLUDED:
✔ Jersey & Shorts
✔ 7-on-7 Flag Rugby Games
✔ Skill Development & Coaching
✔ Mouthpiece

⚠️ ACT FAST — SPOTS ARE LIMITED!
Uniform orders are going in soon. Late registrations may miss out or be delayed.

💥 Give your kids a chance to try something new, stay active, and be part of a fast-growing sport that’s taking over fields everywhere!

👉 Direct Registration Link:
https://www.hammondoptimistyouthsports.org/page/show/9474125-youth-flag-rugby

Questions? Call or Text Enrique at: 219-314-8719

04/07/2026

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🚨🏉 YOUTH FLAG RUGBY REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! 🏉🚨

We’re excited to officially launch our Hammond Optimist Youth Rugby Program in partnership with Northwest Indiana Rugby Club! 💪🔥

👉 Open to Boys & Girls (Grades 2–4 & 5–8)
👉 Season kicks off May 27th
👉 Held at Riverside Park

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💲 REGISTRATION COST:
• Grades 2–4: $50
• Grades 5–8: $60

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⚡ REGISTER NOW – DON’T WAIT!

✅ Google Form (Available NOW)
📲 Call or Text: 219-314-8719

🖥 Full online registration opens April 13

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🏢 IN-PERSON SIGN UPS
📅 Monday, April 13
🕠 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 [Add Location]

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🎽 REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
✔ Jersey & Shorts
✔ 7-on-7 Games
✔ Rugby Skills & Development
✔ FREE Mouthpiece

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⚠️ IMPORTANT:
Spots are LIMITED and will fill FAST.
Uniforms will be ordered soon — late signups may be delayed.

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💥 This is a great opportunity for kids to learn a new sport, stay active, and be part of something exciting in our community!

👉 Click the link or scan the QR code on the flyer to register today!

👉 Direct link:
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04/03/2026

🚨⚾🥎 LAST CHANCE TO SIGN UP! 🥎⚾🚨

Divisions are CLOSING FAST and spots are going quick! ⏳🔥
Once they’re full… they’re FULL. No extras. No extensions.

⚠️ Limited spots available across all divisions
👉 Don’t get stuck on the waitlist — lock in your spot NOW!

🌐 Sign Up Online Today:
www.HammondOptimistYouthSports.org

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📊 DIVISION AVAILABILITY STATUS

👶 T-Ball
• ✅ Open

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( For those interested in joining our Minors or Rookie division, please contact me directly. )

⚾ Baseball Divisions
• Rookie / Bambino: 🔴 Closed
• Minors: 🔴 Closed
• Majors: 🟠 Limited Spots
• Juniors: 🟠 Limited Spots
• Seniors: 🟢 Open

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🥎 Softball Divisions
• Rookie: 🔴 Closed
• Minors: 🟠 1 Spot Available
• Majors: 🔴 Closed
• Juniors: 🟠 1 Spot Available
• Seniors: 🟢 Open

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⚠️ Divisions are closing FAST!
Once full, players will be waitlisted.

This is your final swing — don’t miss it. ⚾🔥

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📞 Questions? Contact Enrique:
📱 219-314-8719
📧 [email protected]

03/28/2026

🐰Hammond Optimist Youth Sports Easter Egg Hunt! 🥚

Spring is here, and that means it’s time for one of our favorite family events of the year! Join us for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt at Optimist Park where kids can enjoy hunting for eggs, meeting friends, and celebrating the season on the ballfields.

📅 March 28th
⏰ 1:00 PM
👧🧒 Ages 4–12

📍 Fields 4 & 5
1245 N River Dr
Hammond, Indiana 46324

Bring your baskets and get ready to search the fields for colorful Easter eggs filled with surprises! We can’t wait to see everyone there!

03/24/2026

🚨⚾🥎 REGISTRATION REOPENED… BUT NOT FOR LONG! 🥎⚾🚨

Due to an overwhelming turnout, we are temporarily reopening ALL divisions for online registration! 🙌🔥

But here’s the catch…
⏳ Spots are VERY limited and once divisions fill up, they will SHUT DOWN immediately.

⚠️ Late Fee Alert:
Any player registered after April 11th will be charged a $30 late fee.

👉 Don’t risk getting waitlisted or paying extra — secure your spot today!

🌐 Register Now:
www.HammondOptimistYouthSports.org

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📊 DIVISION AVAILABILITY STATUS

👶 T-Ball
• ✅ Open

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⚾ Baseball Divisions
• Rookie / Bambino: 🔴 Closed
• Minors: 🟡 Open
• Majors: 🟠 Limited(Limited Spots)
• Juniors: 🟠 Limited
• Seniors: 🟢 Open

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🥎 Softball Divisions
• Rookie: 🔴 Closed
• Minors: 🟠 1 Spot Available
• Majors: 🔴 Closed
• Juniors: 🟠 1 Spot Available
• Seniors: 🟢 Open

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⚠️ Spots are filling FAST!
Once divisions reach capacity, players will be placed on a waitlist and late fees may apply.

This is your moment — step up to the plate before registration closes. ⚾🔥

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📞 Questions? Contact Enrique:
📱 219-314-8719
📧 [email protected]