Leadership & Volunteers
Become an At Large Board Member in 2026!
Our 2026 OYO Board is now complete, yet we’re still not done yet. How can that be? Simple! We’re still welcoming At-Large Board Members for 2026.
This is a new opportunity to get involved and support the league by completing ad hoc duties functions throughout the year. An At Large Board Member will receive valuable exposure to OYO Board operations while supporting all OYO activities and programs and fulfilling all board member responsibilities, including Advisor on Duty shifts. Get involved today — and make a nomination for this new role on the board!
One Open Board Position Available! Will You Be Our Registration Co-Chair?
OYO knows volunteerism!
After an amazing response involving nearly 30 new board members nominations as well as more than 40 board members renewing for a new term as part of the 2026 OYO Board of Directors, we’re down to our final vacancy on the 2026 OYO Board. This final co-chair position will provide timely additional support and resources to one of our most critical functions.
Come make a difference and improve the overall experience for all our ballplayers and families!
The Registration Co-Chairperson role is our final open position on the 2026 OYO Board of Directors abd sits on our Financial Committee.
Will you help ensure the OYO Board is complete for 2026?
OYO’s success is driven by the amazing engagement and dedication of our volunteers. If you seek to give back to the community, demonstrate amazing grace and patience with ballplayers and families, and desire to team up with fellow volunteers to have a lasting impact on all those who call OYO home for their baseball and softball experience, then the 2026 OYO Board of Directors is the place to be. The board term for these positions runs from November 1, 2025 thru October 31, 2026.
Share your nomination today!
Get involved! Simply email the OYO President directly as soon as possible to express your interest in serving as the Registration Co-Chair! We hope you will answer this call and make OYO the beneficiary of your volunteer service in 2026. Rest assured, nearly 2000 ballplayers from more than 1500 families will value the difference you make.
Thank you for your continued consideration and support! We appreciate your family choosing OYO as your place for baseball and softball!
Two All-Star Bombers Coaches Needed
We are currently fielding head coach applications for two final All-Star Bombers teams in 2026. Before we dive into the head coach application process, let’s answer a few common questions about our significantly revamped All-Star program!
Why is OYO recruiting so early for next year’s All-Star Coaches?
The answer is simple. Our All-Star seasons begin now. After researching and analyzing how the all-star programs have evolved throughout Central Indiana, the OYO Board has determined our teams need to form in the fall and practice together in the offseason to remain competitive throughout the traditional All-Star season, which runs from April thru July.
What all-star teams are still seeking head coaches for 2026?
We are still seeking qualified head coach applicants for our 07U All-Star Bombers and 10U All-Star Bombers.
How will the All-Star program change based on this accelerated timeline?
- Coach Selection | Takes place in October (vs. February/March)
- Player Selection | Tryouts scheduled for October following the conclusion of the Fall Ball season (vs. March/April at the beginning of the Spring Season)
- Player Eligibility | Any player selected for a 2026 team must register, pay rec league registration in full and participate in the 2026 OYO Spring Season
- Team Roster Size | This is left to the discretion of each coach on how they wish to construct their rosters (as some may choose to leave 1-2 spots open and conduct a supplemental tryout next spring involving all returning and new incoming players)
- Team Schedule | In preparation for and during the 2026 OYO Spring Season, teams will:
- practice this fall outdoors at OYO when weather permits
- begin indoor workouts in January
- join their rec league teams in mid-March
- continue to convene as a team on Sundays during the rec league season
- participate in 4-6 tournaments following the conclusion of the rec league season
- Team Fees | While the player fees will remain affordable, they will increase to account for costs incurred for indoor workout sessions during the season
- Spring Season Rec League Roster Assignments | All All-Star players will be evenly distributed across all teams in the player’s respective division
How to apply to be an All-Star Bombers coach?
Interested coaches can complete the application online at their earliest convenience!
Got Questions?
If you have any questions, please contact Colin Thornburg, Vice President-Elect of Travel Baseball.
Thank you for your consideration and continued interest in OYO!
Bomber Up!
OYO Board of Directors
www.oyoball.org
Three 2026 All-Star Teams Seeking Coaches | Apply Today
We are currently fielding head coach applications for 10 All-Star teams in 2026. Before we dive into the head coach application process, let’s answer a few common questions about our significantly revamped All-Star program for all interested baseball and softball players!
Why is OYO recruiting so early for next year’s All-Star Coaches?
The answer is simple. Our All-Star seasons begin now. After researching and analyzing how the all-star programs have evolved throughout Central Indiana, the OYO Board has determined our teams need to form in the fall and practice together in the offseason to remain competitive throughout the traditional All-Star season, which runs from April thru July.
What all-star teams are still seeking head coaches for 2026?
OYO offers all-star programs for the Bombers (baseball) and Red Storm (softball). We are still seeking qualified head coach applicants for the following three teams:
- Bombers | 07U, 10U
- Red Storm | 12U
How will the All-Star program change based on this accelerated timeline?
- Coach Selection | Takes place in October (vs. February/March)
- Player Selection | Tryouts scheduled for October following the conclusion of the Fall Ball season (vs. March/April at the beginning of the Spring Season)
- Player Eligibility | Any player selected for a 2026 team must register, pay rec league registration in full and participate in the 2026 OYO Spring Season
- Team Roster Size | This is left to the discretion of each coach on how they wish to construct their rosters (as some may choose to leave 1-2 spots open and conduct a supplemental tryout next spring involving all returning and new incoming players)
- Team Schedule | In preparation for and during the 2026 OYO Spring Season, teams will:
- practice this fall outdoors at OYO when weather permits
- begin indoor workouts in January
- join their rec league teams in mid-March
- continue to convene as a team on Sundays during the rec league season
- participate in 4-6 tournaments following the conclusion of the rec league season
- Team Fees | While the player fees will remain affordable, they will increase to account for costs incurred for indoor workout sessions during the season
- Spring Season Rec League Roster Assignments | All All-Star players will be evenly distributed across all teams in the player’s respective division
Who is eligible to participate in tryouts?
We offer Bombers teams in six age groups for baseball players (based on age as of April 30, 2026) and Red Storm teams in four age groups for softball players (based on age as of September 30, 2025). Both returning and new players are welcome to participate in the OYO All-Star tryouts. So, if a player did not participate in a rec league season at OYO in 2025 (or before) — but will commit to registering and participating in the 2026 OYO Spring Season — they may attend the tryouts for a 2026 All-Star team.
How to apply to be an All-Star Bombers or Red Storm coach?
Interested coaches can complete the application online at their earliest convenience!
Got Questions?
If you have any questions, please contact one of the following OYO Travel Committee leaders:
- Colin Thornburg, Vice President-Elect of Travel Baseball
- Matt Martin, Vice President of Travel Softball
Thank you for your consideration and continued interest in OYO!
Bomber Up! Go Red Storm!
OYO Board of Directors
www.oyoball.org
The 2026 OYO Board Is Expanding…and We Need You!
OYO knows volunteerism!
After an amazing response involving 30 new board members nominations as well as more than 40 board members renewing for a new term as part of the 2026 OYO Board of Directors, we’re now expanding the 2026 OYO Board. We are creating two new co-chair positions to provide some of our most critical areas additional support and engagement.
Will you help ensure the OYO Board is complete for 2026?
OYO needs more volunteers. If you enjoy giving back to the community, demonstrate amazing grace and patience with ballplayers and families, and desire to team up with fellow volunteers to have a lasting impact on all those who call OYO home for their baseball and softball experience, then the 2026 OYO Board of Directors is the place to be. The board term for these positions runs from November 1, 2025 thru October 31, 2026.
Come make a difference and improve the overall experience for all our ballplayers and families!
The positions currently available for the 2026 OYO Board of Directors include:
- Financial Management | Registration Co-Chairperson
- Revenue Generation | Ways and Means Co-Chairperson
* list last updated on 10.9.2025 at 10:30 p.m.
Get involved! Simply email the OYO President directly as soon as possible to express your interest! We hope you will answer this call and make OYO the beneficiary of your volunteer service in 2026. Rest assured, nearly 2000 ballplayers from more than 1500 families will value the difference you make.
Thank you for your continued consideration and support! We appreciate your family choosing OYO as your place for baseball and softball!