NBBA Recreational League

06/08/2026

Just a quick reminder ⚠️ always stay prepared for the heat during these summer baseball games.

Most are, but if you’re new to the game and want some helpful tips for game nights, today I gathered a few “mini” items you can find at the dollar tree, target, walmart to keep with your kiddo (even those sidelines siblings!!) during these hot 🥵 evenings!

The Heat index is going to be HOT the next few days!

🌀 Mini handheld fans
💦 Mini spray bottles for cooling off
🧺 Travel-size cooling/sweat towels
🧴 Travel-size sunscreen
🦟 Travel-size bug spray for those humid evening games (some fields the mosquitos & gnats really like to come out and play!)

💡 Parent Tip:
Freeze your child’s favorite sports drink the night before, then move it to the fridge or cooler in the morning. By game time, it turns into the perfect icy slushie! Our family loves doing this with Gatorade. 🧊🥤

🍉 Freeze cut-up watermelon and grapes 🍇 for a refreshing, hydrating snack on those hot game days. They’re perfect for helping players cool down between innings!

Stay cool, stay hydrated, and enjoy another great week at the ballpark! ⚾

-Alyssa

06/08/2026

GAME SCHEDULE! 🗓️ ⚾️ ☀️

We have a full schedule of games ahead and can’t wait to see our players back on the field!!

MAKE SURE TO TAG US IN PHOTOS/VIDEOS OR SEND THEM IN SO WE CAN SHARE THE FUN!

🚩 ALSO: Coaches & Managers don’t forget to check your email for important league updates. The league has released a few rule changes and clarifications that primarily affect the older divisions.
Please take a few minutes to review the information so we’re all on the same page moving forward. 😊

06/07/2026

☀️⚾️ I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend filled with sunshine, warm weather, and plenty of time outdoors!

As we wind down another Sunday, here’s your NB Rec Baseball & Softball Weekly Score Recap for June 1-7, highlights & photos!

From exciting games and big plays to home runs, comebacks, and player spotlights, it was another great week on the diamond. A huge thank you to our players, coaches, volunteers, and families for all you do to make this season such a success!!

Stay tuned tomorrow for this weeks game schedule!! 🤗

06/05/2026

As our season continues, we’re currently looking for a few additional volunteers to help with field preparation before games!

Such as:
▪️ Dragging the fields
▪️ Setting bases
▪️ Chalking foul lines and batter’s boxes

Right now, field dragging is only able to be completed on Sundays, and we are down to one volunteer handling much of the game-day field setup. Because of this, some fields may not be in their usual condition over the next couple of weeks while we work to find additional help.

If you, a family member, community member, high school student, retiree, or anyone you know would be interested in helping out, we would love to hear from you! Even a little time can make a big difference for our players. ☺️

North Branch Rec Baseball & Softball is made possible by volunteers, and we are incredibly grateful for everyone who helps make the season happen!!

Please message our page or contact Matt Bajor or Mike Faulhaber if you’re interested in helping!

Thank you so much!

06/02/2026

During Monday night’s game, as players headed out to their positions for the next inning, Ethan Ringquist made sure to give his teammates high-fives and encouragement before the inning began. 🙌

Leadership isn’t always about making the big play. Sometimes it’s about lifting up those around you, making your teammates feel confident, included, and ready to succeed.

Moments like these may not show up in the scorebook, but they help build strong teams, lasting friendships, and a positive culture both on and off the field.

Way to lead by example, Ethan! 👏⚾

Also, don’t forget to check out today’s lineup for our Tuesday, June 2nd games!

Good luck everyone!! ☺️☺️

06/01/2026

A full slate of games is on deck this week! ⚾️ 🥎

Good luck to all players, coaches, and families. Play hard, have fun, support your teammates, and make some great memories.

See you at the fields! 😊

05/31/2026

Check out this week’s:
📊 Updated Standings
📰 Majors Bajor Game Recap
🏟️ Weekly Results Around the League

A few highlights from the week:
🔥 Little League Hamann remains unbeaten at 3-0 and sits atop the Little League standings.
🔥 Rookie Lara 1 and Rookie Roy are both undefeated through three games.
🔥 In Majors, Almelund and Lara 3 are tied for first place at 2-0.

⭐ Player of the Game: Levi Lindquist (Majors Bajor)
• 2-3 at the plate
• Triple
• 2 Runs Scored
• RBI
• 3 Stolen Bases
• Strong defense at shortstop

As always, thank you to our players, coaches, volunteers, umpires, and families for making NB Rec such a great experience for our kids. ❤️🤩

05/30/2026

Shoutout 🎤 to Faulhaber’s Little League Team!

⚾️ Wednesday night baseball under the lights at Harder is what summer is all about! The Viking helmet made plenty of appearances as these players crossed home plate and celebrated their runs in style. ⚔️🔥

Way to hustle, have fun, and represent North Branch with great sportsmanship and team spirit!
Keep those Viking Runs coming! 👑 🏃

05/29/2026

If anyone’s interested here are a few camps the gophers are holding this year.

Come spend the summer with baseball at our youth camps!

Register today at z.umn.edu/bcf2

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05/27/2026

☀️HOT SUMMER GAME & PRACTICE REMINDER ‼️‼️

With the warmer temps rolling in this week and many more hot summer game nights ahead, we just wanted to share a few friendly reminders for families! 😊

Our coaches are well aware of heat safety protocols and will continue keeping a close eye on the kids during practices and games, but extra preparation from home always helps make those hot evenings a little easier on everyone!

⚠️ Please also remind players to speak up if they feel dizzy, sick, overly tired, or too hot. We’d always rather take extra breaks and cool down than push through the heat when it is excessively hot! 🥵 Minnesota summers + baseball season go hand in hand and we’re excited for a fun season ahead! Thank you to all our amazing coaches, volunteers, and families for helping keep our kiddos safe while they enjoy the game. 😀