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Call for 2025 All-Star Coaches
We are currently fielding head coach applications for all of our All-Star (Rec Travel) teams in 2025. We offer Bombers teams in seven age groups for baseball players (based on age as of April 30, 2025) and Red Storm teams in four age groups for softball players (based on age as of January 1, 2025). We are seeking head coach applicants for the following All-Star teams:
- Bombers | 06U, 07U, 08U, 09U, 10U, 11U, 12U
- Red Storm | 08U, 10U, 12U, 14U
Fall Ball Jamboree Set for August 25
Fall Ball Opening Day is just around and the corner- and just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, it did! Come out and join us for our first annual Fall Ball Opening Day Jamboree featuring fun entertainment around the park. All festivities are set for Sunday, August 25, and the festivities include:
- Jam with non-stop music from our OYO DJ and get your selfies at our photobooth station!
- Check out the equipment sale and get some new gear- all things priced at $5 dollars in commemoration of our 50th year!
- Play the scavenger hunt and win cool prizes
- And, wait there’s more! Get your caricature and capture this moment forever!
YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS EVENT!
Come to the park early, stay late after your game, but whatever you do, be there August 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.!! Play ball!
Date: Sunday August 25, 2024
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: OYO | Veterans Memorial Park
14U/16U Softball Commissioner
Reports To:
Vice President of Softball
Board Member General Responsibilities
- Attend and participate in monthly board meetings (one per quarter in person, remainder virtual)
- Serve Advisor on Duty (AOD) shifts during spring and fall seasons (approx. five in spring, three in fall)
- Represent the very best of OYO at all times (including social media engagement, sportsmanship)
- Production of all projects, tasks and documents to a high standard within set and stated deadlines
- Fulfill duties of commissioner role and keep appropriate executive board members informed
14U/16U Softball Commissioner Responsibilities
- Oversee all activities and planning for 14U/16U Softball division
- Review rules in advance of season and make recommendations to board for possible changes
- Recruit coaches, as needed, based on monitoring of coach applications
- Develop player ranking report for each spring/fall season
- Attend/facilitate annual coaches meeting for spring/fall seasons and meet with division’s coaches
- Develop rosters and input teams into LeagueApps
- Communicate regularly with division’s coaches and, as needed, with entire division
About OYO
In 1975, OYO opened its first season of playing baseball on a single field at a nearby elementary school before relocating to Veterans Memorial Park in the late 1990s. We continue to grow at Veterans Memorial Park, which now offers a 14-field, two-concession stand/restroom complex for all our ballplayers, families and visitors. Every spring, summer, and fall, we welcome nearly 2,000 girls and boys from more than 1,200 families. And, our league is organized and operated by an all-volunteer board of more than 45 volunteers.
Over the years, from board to board, coach to coach, team to team, and fan to fan, there has been one steady formula for how OYO operates, called “The OYO Way.” It defines our community. It shapes the OYO Family, which each and every ballplayer, parent and fan experiences. At OYO, the OYO Board of Directors are committed to providing each and every family a positive, memorable experience.
About the OYO Board of Directors
Being an OYO board member is an honor and a privilege at OYO. We are fortunate to have a very diverse board. We have parents volunteering for the board who have children participating in our youngest divisions and those with players in our oldest divisions. We have board member representation from baseball and softball. We have representation from the rec league and from the travel program, too. We welcome a nice balance between moms and dads, aunts and uncles and we also have a blend of those with children participating in the league and those who don’t and just enjoy giving back to a program that supported their family over the years.
Since 2000, more than 300 individuals have volunteered their time and talents as board members to help ensure our ballplayers and families could truly enjoy their OYO experience each season. Being a board member is fun and rewarding, too. As an OYO board member, you will find great satisfaction in rolling up your sleeves and jumping in the trenches to work with fellow board members who work tirelessly for the children and families of OYO. You will have the opportunity to share ideas, develop strategies, vote on new policies and procedures and create OYO for today and the future.
12U Softball Commissioner
Reports To:
Vice President of Softball
Board Member General Responsibilities
- Attend and participate in monthly board meetings (one per quarter in person, remainder virtual)
- Serve Advisor on Duty (AOD) shifts during spring and fall seasons (approx. five in spring, three in fall)
- Represent the very best of OYO at all times (including social media engagement, sportsmanship)
- Production of all projects, tasks and documents to a high standard within set and stated deadlines
- Fulfill duties of commissioner role and keep appropriate executive board members informed
12U Softball Commissioner Responsibilities
- Oversee all activities and planning for 12U Softball division
- Review rules in advance of season and make recommendations to board for possible changes
- Recruit coaches, as needed, based on monitoring of coach applications
- Develop player ranking report for each spring/fall season
- Attend/facilitate annual coaches meeting for spring/fall seasons and meet with division’s coaches
- Develop rosters and input teams into LeagueApps
- Communicate regularly with division’s coaches and, as needed, with entire division
- Coordinate all logistics (team assignments, coaching, etc.) for annual Spring Season all-star game
About OYO
In 1975, OYO opened its first season of playing baseball on a single field at a nearby elementary school before relocating to Veterans Memorial Park in the late 1990s. We continue to grow at Veterans Memorial Park, which now offers a 14-field, two-concession stand/restroom complex for all our ballplayers, families and visitors. Every spring, summer, and fall, we welcome nearly 2,000 girls and boys from more than 1,200 families. And, our league is organized and operated by an all-volunteer board of more than 45 volunteers.
Over the years, from board to board, coach to coach, team to team, and fan to fan, there has been one steady formula for how OYO operates, called “The OYO Way.” It defines our community. It shapes the OYO Family, which each and every ballplayer, parent and fan experiences. At OYO, the OYO Board of Directors are committed to providing each and every family a positive, memorable experience.
About the OYO Board of Directors
Being an OYO board member is an honor and a privilege at OYO. We are fortunate to have a very diverse board. We have parents volunteering for the board who have children participating in our youngest divisions and those with players in our oldest divisions. We have board member representation from baseball and softball. We have representation from the rec league and from the travel program, too. We welcome a nice balance between moms and dads, aunts and uncles and we also have a blend of those with children participating in the league and those who don’t and just enjoy giving back to a program that supported their family over the years.
Since 2000, more than 300 individuals have volunteered their time and talents as board members to help ensure our ballplayers and families could truly enjoy their OYO experience each season. Being a board member is fun and rewarding, too. As an OYO board member, you will find great satisfaction in rolling up your sleeves and jumping in the trenches to work with fellow board members who work tirelessly for the children and families of OYO. You will have the opportunity to share ideas, develop strategies, vote on new policies and procedures and create OYO for today and the future.
Save-the-Date! OYO’s Annual Dick’s Shopping Days Are March 8-10
Great News! Our friends at DICK’S Sporting Goods are hosting the OYO League Appreciation Day again this season. What’s more, there are even more days available to shop for all your baseball and softball needs — and any other items you and your family may need from DICK’s.
Once again this year, “save the dates”! You will have a four-day weekend window to purchase new gear — pants, gloves, bats, cleats and more — for the spring season. Mark your calendar, and make plans to shop at the Castleton Square Mall store from Friday, March 8 through Sunday, March 10. Come show your support for OYO and also receive a 20 percent in-store discount throughout the store, not just baseball and softball merchandise.
To receive the discount, families should access the flyer online with the discount code or have a hard copy available. Be sure to use this coupon as this is specific to our organization, and it should be shown at the time of checkout. Once again, this coupon is only valid at the Castleton Square store on between March 8-10, 2024. Save the dates, and come take advantage of the savings!
Thank you for supporting DICK’s Sporting Goods and OYO!
P.S. If you are not quite sure what equipment you need for your OYO ballplayer, then check out the TWIO post for tips on what baseball and softball gear your ballplayer needs most.
The Latest Spring Season Tournament Brackets & Rules
NOTE: The links to each individual division bracket below are updated with any changes as a result of games needing to be rescheduled as a result of the postponements experienced on Sunday, June 12 and Monday, June 13.
OYO Fans:
Now, with the 2022 Spring Season Rec League Tournament in full swing, here are three important reminders, updates and info to improve your experience this spring.
The Tournament | OYO operates a double-elimination tournament for all our divisions, except Tee Ball. The tournament begins on Monday, June 6 and runs through Thursday, June 16. Depending on cancellations and delays due to weather, the tournament may need to extend beyond June 16.
The Brackets | We’ll provide updates to the brackets nightly by 11:59 p.m. All brackets are being offered as a shared Google document for viewing purposes only. All updates will be completed by the OYO Scheduling Committee. Please access your division’s tournament bracket below (see links for your division’s bracket). If you have any questions about your bracket, please contact your coach or division commissioner.
Tournament-Specific Rules | Here’s a summary of all the rules that are particularly relevant for the rec league tournament.
As always, thank you for choosing OYO as your place for baseball and softball.
Play Ball!
The OYO Board of Directors
Your Opinion Counts! Complete the Annual OYO Survey by June 17
The Oaklandon Youth Organization is committed to providing you a quality baseball and softball experience for your ballplayer and family. To better deliver the value and service you expect, we want to understand your overall experience and identify areas you recognize needing improvement.
We have experienced more growth, new programs and more opportunities for ballplayers and families. So, now, we want to know how we’re doing and meeting your expectations. And, we welcome your feedback from all OYO rec league families who participated in our 2022 Spring Season. This survey will take less than 10 minutes to complete. Check your email for an invitation from OYO via SurveyMonkey. As with any mass email strategies of this kind, please check your spam filter for an email invitation if you do not see. And be sure to complete the survey by EOD on Friday, June 17.
We appreciate your consideration for sharing your input and recommendations. Thank you for choosing OYO as your place for baseball and softball!
Annual David Manlove Memorial Tournament Set for Sunday, June 5
On Sunday, June 5, 2022, 49 baseball and softball teams from around Central Indiana will gather at Veterans Memorial Park for our 21st Annual David Manlove Invitational Memorial Tournament. This tournmanent is near and dear to OYO for many reasons.
David was one of OYO’s own who lost his battle with addiction. David’s life continues to touch others through the efforts of his parents and The 24 Group by providing education, awareness, and assistance to families of youth and young adults dealing with the disease of addiction. OYO is honored to continue to support this important cause by donating all the proceeds from this tournament to The 24 Group.
The David Manlove Memorial Tournament is nearly a completely all-volunteer operation. All net proceeds from this tournament are donated to The 24 Group, which was founded by David’s parents — Kim and Marissa Manlove — to help families who are dealing with alcohol and substance abuse, especially among teenagers. While we host this tournament to raise money in David’s name, the more important reason is to spread the word about substance abuse so our families understand addiction is a disease that no one is immune to it regardless of geographical location or financial means. Over the years, the OYO Family has learned nothing helps them heal more than seeing and talking to the kids at the ballpark. Learn more about the annual David Manlove Memorial Tournament today.
On behalf of OYO, we appreciate the tremendous support from youth baseball and softball programs from all across Central Indiana.
And, you can learn more about the mission of The 24 Group, online.
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2021 Spring Season Photo Night Set for Friday, May 7
Ready, Set, Smile! OYO is revamping how we manage our team and individual photos in 2021! To better accommodate COVID-19 safety guidelines and spacing as well as create a better overall experience for all our ballplayers and families, we have worked with H&R Photography to have one dedicated Team Photo Night for all our teams in our younger divisions. This night will accommodate team photos and player individual photos. We’ve designed the Photo Night experience so teams will be scheduled on ballfields this year, using Fields 1-4 and Fields 6-9 between 5:30-7:45 p.m.
Please note, no games are scheduled for Friday, May 7. (And, if needed, the rain date is set for Friday, May 14.) Please reference the attached schedule below for your team’s scheduled photo shoot time on Friday, May 7.