Lodi Lightning Baseball

06/15/2025

Happy Father’s Day to our Lightning dads and grandpas. You deserve to be celebrated today!

05/11/2025

Happy Mother’s Day to all of our amazing Lightning moms and grandmothers!

You are the unsung heroes who bring out the best in every player. The guardians of team spirit. The ones who keep our uniforms shining. Thank you for your selfless dedication to our team!

Lightning went 2-1 today. Bracket play continues through Sunday. Go Lightning!! ⚡️

11/06/2024

‼️📣Gear Alert📣‼️⚾️

Lightning apparel store is now open until 11/18.

https://lightningbaseball.cms-4youshop.com/

All orders from extended family will be given to players parents to distribute.

Show your Team Spirit by purchasing new apparel offerings for the 2025 season. The web store is open through Sunday, November 24th. Orders will deliver before Christmas. Orders will be distributed at a Lightning Baseball practice. If you have any questions, contact Creative Marketing Specialists, ....

10/03/2024

Brat Stand ‼️

Saturday, October 5th, 10-1pm at Lodi Sausage!

Empower your taste buds! Join us for a scrumptious brat stand at Lodi Sausage on main street in Lodi.

08/12/2024

The state invitational tournament saw Lightning take a respectable 4th place, wrapping up the weekend with a 2-2-1 record. The season was a resounding success, thanks to the dedication of our players and families. We acknowledge and appreciate the unwavering support and encouragement received throughout the season.

Looking forward to 2025 with the same 12 players and families. ❤️

07/23/2024

Player Spotlight ⚾️

Owen Gricus echoes the style of his favorite player, Ian Happ, by proudly sporting the #8 jersey. Owen demonstrates his commitment to excellence through his impressive plays and strong throws as a catcher. Owen devours hot dogs like they are the key to his home run swings. 🌭

During the summer, see Owen at his best, playing on the baseball diamond with friends until darkness falls. When snow covers the ground, you will find him shooting hoops on the basketball court, giving all sports his very best.

Owen’s skill in baseball reflects his dedication and passion for the sport, making him a standout player on the field. He dreams of playing baseball for his favorite team the Chicago Cubs.

At home, Owen has horses, barn cats, chickens, and his loyal golden retriever, Molly.

07/23/2024

Player Spotlight ⚾️

Kyler Olivero steps into the spotlight, proudly sporting the #5 jersey. Kyler’s mastery of baseball is a testament to his precision, agility and unwavering commitment to the sport. Kyler is a name to watch in the world of baseball. Kyler brings heat to the pitching mound striking out batters left and right. Kyler draws inspiration from the likes of Christian Yelich and the Brewers, his favorite player and team.

When the weather is warm, Kyler loves to engage in any sports with his friends, driving him to his goal of being a professional athlete. During the winter, you’ll find him pursuing his love of hunting. After hunting he craves a big bowl of chili with a fiery kick.

Math class is Kyler's sanctuary, where he excels and finds solace in problem solving. Kyler’s prized fish, Big, swims gracefully in his aquarium at home.

Best Joke:

What do you call a pig that plays basketball?
A ball hog 😂

07/21/2024

2nd place-ultimate baseball weekend-A level.

A weekend of triumph for Lightning as we dominated the baseball field and secured the top seed in our bracket! Although we faced a tough loss in the final game, we proved ourselves as formidable opponents with a promising future.

07/19/2024

Player Spotlight ⚾️

Grady Jensen #27, a ballplayer with a heart of gold! He has a gift for snagging pop flies, grounders, and always making his way on base. A true team player, with a smile that lights up the field and a talent that shines even brighter. Grady loves Mike Trout and he roots for the Brewers.

When summer rolls around you’ll find Grady on the diamond, mastering his skills in baseball. When winter comes he swaps his bat for an ice fishing rod, trying to catch a big one! When he gets home from playing ball or fishing, his tastebuds dance for joy with every bite of a juicy cheeseburger. 🍔

Looking to the future, Grady dreams big. He has set his sights on becoming a football star one day. Grady has a loyal furry friend, Jordi.

Grady’s best Joke:

What’s a pirates favorite cheese?
CHEDDARRRRrr! 🤣

07/18/2024

Player Spotlight ⚾️

Meet Jax O'Keefe, a young athlete with a contagious smile and exceptional baseball skills. He boasts impressive fielding and hitting expertise with a winning attitude. Donning the #6 jersey, Jax brings enthusiasm and dedication to the field.

His admiration for the Chicago Cubs and his favorite player Patrick Wisdom motivate him to reach new heights. Whether it's baseball in the summer, wrestling in the winter, or his favorite gym class, Jax is always ready to give his best.

After tearing it up on the baseball field or wrestling mat, Jax loves to sit down to have a hearty plate of spaghetti, his favorite meal. He dreams of a future playing for a team in the major leagues.

Jax’s best joke:

Knock knock
Who’s there?
Who
Who, who?
I never knew you were an owl. 🤣