Season Overview

• Runs April through the end of July
• Practices: 1–2 times per week, 1.5–2 hours each
• Game and practice nights determined by each team’s coach

Zumbro Valley League

Most teams will participate in the Zumbro Valley Baseball League (Southeastern Minnesota).

• 20+ associations, regional divisions of 6–8 teams
• 12–14 game regular season + post-season tournament
• New in 2026 ZVBL will offer both A and AA levels of play where numbers allow
• Travel to nearby communities (and they travel here). Possible opponents include: Byron, Kasson, Hayfield, Zumbrota, Cannon Falls, Goodhue, Randolph, Kenyon, Stewartville, Blooming Prairie, Dodge Center, and others in southeast Minnesota. Most locations are within an hour worst case.

8U Specifics

8U teams will play in either the Winona County League or the new 8U division of the Zumbro Valley Baseball League (developmental format).

• May use machine pitch, coach pitch, or player pitch (by mutual team agreement)
• Travel to nearby communities (and they travel here). Possible opponents include: Dover-Eyota, St. Charles, Chatfield, Lewiston, Altura, Rollingstone, Minnesota City, Goodview, Ridgeway, Byron, Kasson, Hayfield, Zumbrota, Cannon Falls, Goodhue, Randolph, Kenyon, Dodge Center, and others.

Potential Age Divisions for 2026

Ideally, we will field a team at EACH age group, however there are times when combining teams is needed, if this happens below is an example of how things may line up.

(subject to registration numbers and ability to field teams)

• 7–8 year olds → combined as 8U
• 9–10 year olds → combined as 10U
• 11–12 year olds → combined as 12U
• 13–14 year olds → combined as 14U

MBL (Metro Baseball League) Option

Some teams may elect to play in the more competitive MBL (coach’s decision).

• Roster typically limited to 12 players
• Additional fees may apply (varies by team)
• Teams choosing MBL will be asked to secure business sponsorships or conduct fundraising to offset any extra costs
• Coaches will clearly communicate all details if their team opts in

Typical Weekly Commitment

(varies by team and age – this is at coaches discretion)

• At least 1 game night per week
• At least 1 practice night per week
• Older levels (12U/14U) often have 3–4 events per week once the season is in full swing Coaches will communicate schedules as soon as they are set and try to keep nights consistent when possible (weather and field availability may require changes).

Tournament Opportunities

• Every registered player is guaranteed a spot in the league end-of-year tournament typically held the final 2 weekends in July
• Additional weekend tournaments are at the coach’s discretion; any costs beyond the LCYSBA team cap will be split among players
• We host an annual tournament for 10u and 12u which is scheduled for June 13th – 9s, 10s, 11s and 12s are encouraged play in this tourney as it is a freebie
• MBL teams may enter more tournaments in an effort to qualify for the State Tournament the end of July

Registration Fee Includes

• League fees
• 2026 jersey (new jerseys issued in 2025 – select “I do not need a new jersey” at checkout if yours still fits/is in good condition)
• End-of-season tournament entry as well as 1 to 2 other tourneys
• Umpires for all home games
• Field prep fees
• Insurance costs
• Equipment/Supplies needed for each team to operate

Player-Provided Equipment (NOT included in fee)

• Baseball glove
• Protective cup
• White baseball pants
• Black baseball socks
• Rubber cleats (metal spikes allowed at 13U–14U only)
• Water bottle
• Batting helmet & bat (optional – team helmets and bats are available)
• First-year players receive a free hat; returning players can purchase a new one at checkout if needed

Team-Provided Equipment

• Team helmets & bats (for players who do not bring their own)
• Balls, nets, scorebooks, etc.

We look forward to another great season of traveling baseball in 2026!