East Washington Baseball Softball Association, 348 W Main Street, New Pekin, IN (2026)

06/21/2026

👔 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐅𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐄𝐖𝐁𝐒𝐀!

Today we celebrate the fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and father figures who support our players on and off the field — through practices, games, and everything in between. ⚾🥎

Thank you for all that you do.

06/19/2026

⚾ 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞: 𝑆𝑢𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑠𝑡𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑅𝑖𝑡𝑢𝑎𝑙𝑠

Every player has their thing.

The kid who has to tap the foul line before taking the field. The one who insists on wearing the same “lucky” socks every game. The player who needs to be the last one out of the dugout or the first one on the field.

There’s the batting‑glove routine they won’t change. The way they dig into the box the exact same way every time. The practice swings. The deep breath. The tap of the bat on the plate. The tiny nod that says, Okay… now I’m ready.

Some kids have a pre‑game meal that never changes. Some need to arrive exactly 30 minutes early — not a minute more, not a minute less. Some have a playlist they swear gets them locked in. Others want complete silence on the ride over.

As adults, we know it’s not really the socks. It’s not the routine or the timing or the spot on the bench. The lucky bat isn’t actually lucky.

But here’s what those rituals really do: they give kids a sense of control in a game where so much is out of their hands. They build confidence through familiarity. They help them shift from everyday life into game mode. They’re the bridge between nervous and ready.

And sometimes, when nothing else feels certain, there’s comfort in knowing that at least this part — the ritual, the routine, the superstition — stays the same.

Coaches learn to work with it. Parents learn not to question it. We wash the uniform but we don’t touch the socks. We show up early because that’s what they need. We honor the routine because we understand what it represents.

Baseball & softball are games of failure — of strikeouts, errors, and moments you can’t control. Superstitions and rituals give kids something steady to hold onto, something that tells them, I can do this.

So yes, we’ll wear the lucky socks. We’ll follow the routine. We’ll respect the ritual.
Because if it helps them step onto that field with confidence, then it’s not silly at all. Whatever works, works.

06/12/2026

⚾ 𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲: 𝘙𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘋𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘺

The forecast said there might be rain. We hoped it would hold off. It didn’t.

Now we’re all tucked under whatever shelter we can find — kids, parents, coaches — waiting to see if the game will resume. The field is wet. The sky is questionable. Everyone’s refreshing weather apps like they’re going to change the outcome.
Rain delays have their own rhythm.

Parents squeeze under canopies and umbrellas, trying to stay dry while making the kind of small talk that only happens when nobody can go anywhere. Coaches stand around, half‑listening to the kids who are pretending the weather doesn’t exist. The dugout is loud — kids hooting, hollering, acting like this is the best part of the night. They’re splashing in puddles they’re absolutely not supposed to be splashing in.

The competitive edge fades. Nobody’s thinking about the score or the lineup or who’s pitching next. It’s just… waiting. Watching the sky. Hoping the radar is wrong.

Maybe the game will resume. Maybe it won’t. Maybe we’ll wait an hour only to call it. Maybe we’ll get back out there and finish.

But there’s something about this in‑between space — the part where everything slows down whether we want it to or not. The part where the season feels a little bigger than the scoreboard. The part where you realize these pauses, these unscripted moments, are woven into the memories too.

Rain delays are inconvenient. They mess up schedules and bedtimes. They’re frustrating and boring and unpredictable.

But they also create these unexpected pockets of time — the kind you don’t plan for, the kind you don’t get during the rush of a normal game. Moments where everyone’s just… here, waiting it out together, letting the night unfold however it wants to.

There’s a quiet kind of beauty in the pause.

06/10/2026

⚾ 𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲: 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘮 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘺

The season ends quietly on the field — the last out, the last handshake, the last time this exact group of kids walks off together. But the real ending, the one they’ll remember years from now, happens later. It happens at the team party.

It’s the kind of chaos that only ballpark families understand. Pizza boxes stacked on tables. Kids running around in half‑uniforms because they insisted on wearing their jerseys one more time. Parents carrying folding chairs and coolers even though nobody really needs them. Coaches trying to act like they’re not emotional, even though everyone knows they are.

The kids aren’t comparing trophies or reenacting plays. They’re too busy sprinting around, climbing on anything that looks climbable, and sliding through the grass like they’re auditioning for the majors. A couple of parents try to hand out food, but the kids insist they’re “not hungry,” even though most of them haven’t eaten since lunchtime. Right now, all they want to do is play. And right in the middle of it all is the shy kid from April — the one who barely spoke above a whisper — now laughing with the rest of them, surrounded by teammates who became friends.

The parents are gathered in circles. Their conversations are familiar: who’s moving up next year, who might coach, who really came out of their shell this season. Someone mentions how fast the season went, even though it felt endless in the middle of it, and everyone nods because it’s true. There’s a little gossip, a little laughing, and a lot of quiet pride as they look around and realize how much has changed since that first practice.

And the coaches — the ones who gave up evenings, weekends, and more patience than they ever expected — finally get to breathe. They’re smiling, relaxed, watching their players just be kids. They’re remembering the first practice, the first game, the first moment they realized this team had something special. They’re proud, not because of wins or standings, but because of the growth they witnessed up close.

At some point, someone gives a little speech. Maybe it’s the head coach. Maybe it’s a parent. Maybe it’s a kid who worked up the courage to say thank you. It doesn’t matter who speaks — what matters is the feeling in the air. Gratitude. Pride. Connection. The quiet understanding that this season meant something. Because it did.

The team party isn’t just a celebration. It’s a goodbye. A thank you. A moment to pause before everyone scatters into summer and life moves on.

And as everyone packs up to head home, there’s a quiet sense that this season has truly wrapped — a year they won’t forget.

06/08/2026

CHAMPIONS! 🏆🥎

A huge congratulations to our 12U Softball All-Stars for winning their tournament this weekend! From the first pitch to the final out, these girls showed grit, determination, and outstanding teamwork.

We’re incredibly proud of their accomplishment and the way they represented our community both on and off the field. Great job, players and coaches!

Way to bring home the hardware, ladies!
💜💛

06/03/2026

🌟 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗧𝗼𝗻𝘆 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄 🌟
• 10𝘜 𝘚𝘰𝘧𝘵𝘣𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘊𝘰𝘢𝘤𝘩 •

Tony Sparrow has been coaching for 5 years, and this season he’s bringing his experience to our 10U Softball team. In addition to coaching, he serves on the board as our Maintenance & Groundskeeper, helping keep the fields and facilities in top shape.

Tony loves watching the girls develop year after year and seeing the joy that playing softball brings out in them. This season, he hopes each player gains even more love for the game, building skills and confidence that carry both on and off the field.

Beyond coaching, Tony wants families to know how much he and his wife appreciate the parents — their dedication, trust, and support make coaching these girls a truly rewarding experience.

Thank you, Tony, for your time, passion, and commitment to helping our players grow and enjoy the game! 💜⚾

06/01/2026

🌟 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗵 𝗕𝘂𝗰𝘆 & 𝗖𝗼𝗱𝘆 𝗙𝗼𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 🌟
• 𝘏𝘰𝘥𝘨𝘦 𝘚𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘻𝘦𝘥 𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘊𝘰𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘴 (𝘛-𝘉𝘢𝘭𝘭)•

𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗵 𝗕𝘂𝗰𝘆 has been coaching for 3 years, in addition to serving as our Umpire-in-Chief and T-Ball Vice President. He loves seeing the kids have fun and enjoy coming to practices and games. Josh especially enjoys coaching T-Ball because it’s not competitive yet — his focus is on building a love for the game and making sure every player wants to come back year after year. Off the field, Josh enjoys trips to the zoo and playgrounds with his kids, and spending time with friends and family. He grew up playing baseball until high school at 3rd base and pitcher, and at the concession stand, you’ll usually find him reaching for mozzarella sticks.

𝗖𝗼𝗱𝘆 𝗙𝗼𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 has been coaching T-Ball for 2 years. He loves seeing the progress his players make and the moments when it “clicks” for them. Cody hopes each player gains confidence to do whatever they want, both on and off the field. In the off-season, he enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, watching movies, and playing video games. Cody didn’t play baseball growing up, but his passion for teaching the game is clear every time he steps on the field. And when it comes to concessions, he’s a soft pretzel with cheese kind of guy.

Thank you, Josh and Cody, for your dedication, creativity, and commitment to making T-Ball a fun, memorable experience for every player and family! 💜⚾

05/30/2026

⚾🥎 𝐄𝐖𝐁𝐒𝐀 𝐀𝐥𝐥-𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🥎⚾

We are incredibly proud to recognize all of the players selected to represent EWBSA during this year’s All-Star season! These players were chosen from Rookie, Minor, Major, 8U Softball, 10U Softball, and 12U Softball, and we are excited to see them represent our community on the field.

Being selected for All-Stars is a great accomplishment and reflects the hard work, growth, sportsmanship, and dedication these players showed throughout the season. We are proud of every player who earned this opportunity and can’t wait to cheer them on! 💜

𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐨𝐦 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭.

We also want to remind every player and family that All-Star selections are never a measure of someone’s value, potential, or future success in the sport. There are so many talented athletes in our league, and difficult decisions have to be made each season. If your player was not selected this year, we hope they continue working hard, growing their skills, and most importantly, continuing to love the game. There will always be future opportunities ahead, and we are proud of every athlete who stepped onto the field this season.

At the end of the day, what matters most is growth, teamwork, effort, and the memories made throughout the season. Thank you to all of our players, coaches, and families for another great year of EWBSA baseball and softball. 💜

Good luck to all of our All-Star teams this season! ⚾🥎

𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐞 (𝟖𝐔 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥)
Amos Farler • Kasen Perry • Eli Emery • Eli Graham • Gannon Wright • Rowan Doebler • Brady Doebler • Tanner Thomas • Aaryn Gonzalez • Bryton Churchman • Abel McGurik • Holden Smith

𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐫 (𝟏𝟎𝐔 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥)
Nash Hensley • Trey Rodewig • Jaxon Trainor • Kingston Deremiah • Layton Burris • Gavin Morris • Colton Brickey • Jaxon Graham • Macon Sears • Graysen Miller • Kyle Pisut • Harlan Barger • Barrett Miller

𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 (𝟏𝟐𝐔 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥)
Jett Tankersley • Lance Gray • Bentley McReynolds • Dylan Hartlage • Cainen Stewart • Easton Trainor • Brian Simmons Jr. • Jayden Anderson • Bentley Moore • Alexander Dolleris • Lucas Smith

𝟏𝟎𝐔 𝐒𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥
Reagan Bane • Ava Edwards • Janessa Harting • Nora Hein • Kenley House • Ava (AJ) Jetter • Emma Lawson • Elainna Manning • Gracie Rawlins • Sandra Sparrow • Charlotte Sparrow • Haley Sullivan

𝟏𝟐𝐔 𝐒𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥
Dakota Thompson • Stella Odum • Brenna Waller • Adrienne Waldridge • Bella Waldridge • Cambree Stahl • Layni Kennedy • Brystal Givans • Georgia Barrick • Norah Hurst

05/29/2026

⚾ 𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲: 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘓𝘢𝘴𝘵 𝘏𝘶𝘥𝘥𝘭𝘦

The game is over. The dust is settling. Parents are gathering chairs, players are dragging their gear bags, and the field is slowly emptying. But before anyone heads to the parking lot, there’s one final moment that belongs only to the team.
The last huddle.

It looks the same as every other huddle — kids circling up, coaches stepping in, voices low and focused. But this one feels different. There’s no next game to prepare for. No adjustments to make. No reminders about tomorrow’s practice. Just a team standing together one more time.

Some players are smiling, still riding the high of the day. Others are quiet, realizing the season they’ve lived inside for months is suddenly over. Coaches look around the circle and see not just players, but growth — kids who are braver, more confident, more connected than they were on opening day.

And just outside the circle, parents lift their phones for a photo and blink back tears they didn’t expect. Because they’ve watched the whole season unfold too, and they know what this moment means.

It’s the moment when a coach’s voice softens just a little. When players lean in a little closer. When everyone feels the weight of what they built together — not just a team, but a small community that lived inside dugouts and on dusty fields all season long.

The last huddle is bittersweet. It’s the ending nobody rushes, even though everyone knows it’s time to go. It’s the final pause before the season becomes a memory.

And then, just like that, hands go in, the team chant echoes across the field one last time, and the circle breaks apart.

The season is officially over.

But the bond they built — that stays.

💜 Here’s to the last huddle, and everything it held.

05/28/2026

🌟 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 𝗭𝗼𝗲𝘆 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝘀𝗼𝗻 🌟
• 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘮 •

Today, we’re shining a light on Zoey Wilson, who joined our concession stand team just one month ago and is already making a positive impact.

People might not realize that running concessions takes more than just serving food — Zoey notes that great communication is key to getting orders out quickly and keeping everything running smoothly.

Her favorite part of the job is having fun with her coworkers, and she enjoys working as a cashier, greeting families and making sure everyone gets their snacks. She’s grateful for the opportunity to be part of the team and help make game nights enjoyable.

Off the field, Zoey stays busy with marching band and trips to Holiday World with her band class.

Her favorite concession stand item? _____

Thank you, Zoey, for bringing energy, teamwork, and a positive attitude to the concession stand. We’re excited to have you as part of our team! 💜⚾

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