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Now Accepting Nominations for Seasonal Jim DeSalle Leadership Award
The OYO Board of Directors is excited to announce a special recognition program to honor the spirit of leadership and service that helps make OYO such a special place—The Jim DeSalle Leadership Award. This award is presented twice each year — once in the Spring and once in the Fall — to celebrate coaches…
Read More OYO Is Hiring! Concessions Manager Position Open
The OYO Concession Stand experience is well known for providing exceptional and consistent service, selection, speed and stability. In turn, we recognize the Concession Stand operation is a true asset to OYO as the accolades, praise and feedback we reiterate the positive experience all our ballplayers and fans enjoy at the ballpark. The Concession Stand’s…
Read More Important Game Day Reminders for Umpires and Coaches
Thank you for an amazing start to our Fall Ball season. We appreciate the incredible perseverance and dedication everyone has shown throughout a very wet August limiting practice times and umpire development opportunities. Those conditions aside, it’s been remarkable to see how all facets of OYO are working together to create a great experience for…
Read More MAKE A DIFFERENCE! JOIN THE 2026-27 OYO BOARD!
Make a difference at OYO by sharing your time and talents with more than 2000 ballplayers and 1500 families, who call OYO home for their baseball and softball experience every spring, summer and fall! Even though, our 2026 seasons are still in full swing, it’s never too early to look ahead. We’re less than three…
Read More Coaches’ Corner | August 19, 2026
Coaches (and Board Members): Greetings! Opening Day for our 2026 Fall Ball Season is upon us! The pre-season practices have been productive and instructional and all our coaches (YOU!) have done an excellent job preparing and developing your ballplayers! We are blessed to have you as coaches. Thank you for all you do for the players and fans on your team! Looking…
Read More Many Thanks to the adidas Indy Green Team!
The adidas Indy Green Team visited the OYO campus with a group of 17 volunteers who rolled up their sleeves and got to work. The team started the day by walking all 14 fields, as well as the parking lots and entrances, picking up trash and cleaning up the grounds. They also mulched the Field…
Read More REMEMBER, THE OYO WAY BECAUSE OUR BALLPLAYERS ARE WATCHING YOU!
As we prepare for the stretch run of our regular season and the thrills of our annual rec league tournaments, here are some friendly reminders about the OYO Code of Conduct. With great anticipation, all our coaches, players and fans have now entered the final phases of our Spring Season – the final two weeks…
Read More Know Where Your Field Is, Where to Park and General Park Rules
We look forward to the sounds of happy ballplayers playing the game of baseball and softball as they take the field at Veterans Memorial Park, the home of OYO, starting this week. With so much excitement and enthusiam building with our ballplayers, coaches and families, this will be a wonderful week to start the season…
Read More REMINDER: NO PETS AT OYO AT ANYTIME
Please respect the rules and policies at Veterans Memorial Park by not bringing your pets to practices or games. And please share this information with any family member who may attend your favorite ballplayer’s practice or game on any weeknight or weekend. As spring weather turns into wonderful summer weather, everyone is eager and excited to come…
Read More BE IN THE KNOW ON GAME DAYS | THE OYO WEATHERLINE
At OYO, for all official weather-related announcements on game days, we utilize the OYO Weatherline to communicate important cancellation information. The Weatherline is used exclusively for game days during the rec league season. It is not used for rec league practice decisions. All practice decisions are left to the coaches. Please check with your coach…
Read More PLAY IT SAFE! OYO CONCUSSION POLICY FOR ALL BALLPLAYERS
The Oaklandon Youth Organization (OYO) Board of Directors is dedicated to supporting athlete safety at all times during all activity at Veterans Memorial Park, the home of OYO. Our goal and commitment is to ensure all board members, coaches, umpires and families are aware of the symptoms of concussions and implementing a process to promote…
Read More HELP US HELP YOU ON GAME DAYS! KEEP THE CART PATHS CLEAR
At OYO, we’re excited to have fans witness fun and exciting games up close. The standing-room only cheering sections have provided true encouragement for our ballplayers. We also realize the hot, sunny, weather conditions leave us all seeking some shade and cover. We encourage and welcome families to bring their tents, chairs and more to…
Read More IMPORTANT REMINDER ABOUT VEHICLE SECURITY
Tip of the day: Keep your cars locked and secure while keeping your valuables and personal belongings out of sight! As you prepare to come to the ballpark today, next week and for future seasons, we want to remind all our ballplayers and their families to utilize basic safety practices to minimize vehicle break-ins and…
Read More SUPPORT OYO THROUGH THE KROGER COMMUNITY REWARDS PROGRAM
We would like to cordially invite you to partner with your favorite baseball and softball league to bring in dollars which can make our program even more of a success. KROGER COMMUNITY REWARDS PROGRAM | The Kroger Family of Companies explains on their website, “We are committed to community engagement, positive social impact and charitable giving at…
Read More Ready, Set, Smile! Fall Ball Photo Day is Sunday, August 30
For all our Fall Ball teams, our annual Photo Day is set for Sunday, August 30 at OYO — download the latest Photo Day Schedule. Upon arriving, all teams should gather near the evergreen trees behind centerfield of Field 4 then check-in at the information table in the vicinity. As previously shared, all ballplayers who…
Read More 2026 Fall Ball Game Schedules Now Released!
OYO is excited to announce the release of our 2026 Fall Ball Season game schedule for all divisions. Before providing instructions on how to access game schedules, here are several important reminders involving your ballplayer’s game schedule: The regular season begins Sunday, August 23 and concludes Sunday, September 27 Tee Ball and Junior Rookie will…
Read More Learn Which Teams Still Have Openings This Fall
Don’t Delay! Register Today! Come take the field at OYO this fall — and encourage your friends to do the same! We have room for more ballplayers! So, be sure you are registered and then tell your friends there’s still space for them for the 2026 Fall Ball season. All future registrations will be handled…
Read More 25 Fall Ball Teams Still Have Opening for a Team Sponsor!
Support OYO and hundreds of ballplayers this fall with your sponsorship — and get some timely marketing benefits, too! We’re looking forward to an exciting Fall Ball season. As with each season, we’re also in need of growing our support from the business community to ensure all our teams are supported by a team sponsor. For those…
Read More 2026 Fall Ball Coaches’ Meeting Recap
OYO Board Members recently conducted our exclusive Coaches’ Meeting and Orientation for our Fall Ball softball and baseball coaches to kick off our 19th Fall Ball season at OYO. This meeting helps ensure all our coach volunteers are aligned in how they will leverage our organization’s resources and collaborate frequently to maximize the development of…
Read More Fall Ball Coaches Meeting and Team Equipment Distribution Set for July 30
All head coach applicants and those interested in being assistant coaches should attend this important pre-season meeting. Coaches Meeting | The 2026 Fall Ball Season Coaches Meeting is set for Thursday, July 30 at 8:00 p.m. at OYO on Field 2. (All attendees are encouraged to bring their own chair and notepad.) This meeting is…
Read More Still Time — and Space — for Your Ballplayer This Fall
Come take the field at OYO this fall — and encourage your friends to do the same! We have room for more ballplayers! So, be sure you are registered and then tell your friends there’s still space for them for the 2026 Fall Ball Season. All future registrations will be handled on a first come,…
Read More Bill Sturm Memorial Tournament Apparel Now Available Online
Missed out on tournament apparel, or couldn’t find the size you were looking for? Our Bill Sturm Memorial Tournament online store is now open. Whether we sold out of your preferred size or you simply want another chance to order, the online store offers tournament apparel in a variety of styles and sizes so…
Read More Bill Sturm Memorial Tournament Raised $3500 for OYO Scholarship Program
The 29th Annual Bill Sturm Memorial Tournament welcomed 64 baseball and softball teams to OYO for a weekend of competition, sportsmanship, and community in late June. Throughout the tournament weekend, the weather created challenges throughout the weekend, including rain that canceled games on June 26 and heavy storms the following evening that required modifications to…
Read More Join the OYO Umpire Crew This Fall!
If you are interested in making the call — and earning some money, too — this fall, then OYO is the place to be! Our Fall Ball program is strong, and all games are played on Sundays only. There will be lots of opportunities for you to umpire games at OYO this fall! All…
Read More Fall Ball 2026 Sponsorships Now Available!
Support OYO and hundreds of ballplayers this fall with your sponsorship — and get some timely marketing benefits, too! We’re looking forward to an exciting Fall Ball season. As with each season, we’re also in need of growing our support from the business community to ensure all our teams are supported by a team sponsor. For those…
Read More Be a Head Coach for a Fall Ball Team in 2026!
Being a head coach at OYO is one of the most rewarding and memorable volunteer opportunities we offer! OYO encourages you to help make our 19th annual Fall Ball season a success by sharing your passion for helping our ballplayers enjoy learning the fundamentals and playing the game. We have the tools and resources available…
Read More David Manlove Memorial Tournament Generates $11,250 Donation For 24 Group
During OYO’s June Board Meeting, OYO proudly presented a check for $11,250 to The 24 Group from proceeds raised during the 2026 David Manlove Memorial Tournament. Accepting the donation were Betsy Backe, Board Chair of The 24 Group, and Kim Manlove, David’s father. The David Manlove Memorial Tournament was established in 2002 in memory of…
Read More OYO Honors Spring 2026 Jim DeSalle Leadership Award Recipients
OYO is proud to recognize six outstanding individuals as recipients of the Spring 2026 Jim DeSalle Leadership Award (from left to right): Mark Rinehart James Parks III Josh Heath Heath Groves Jenny Keve and Elijah Boyd (not pictured). Presented each spring and fall, the Jim DeSalle Leadership Award honors coaches and umpires who lead by…
Read More Special Discount for OYO Players at Cathedral’s Softball Camp in July!
Softball Camp Cathedral 2026 Flyer Cathedral’s 2026 Regional Champions Softball Program is hosting their annual Softball Camp July 6-9 from 9-11 a.m. at Brunette Park. This camp is open to children entering grades 4-8. The cost of the camp is $90. However, OYO athletes can use the code oyo26 to receive a $20 discount when…
Read More MAKE A DIFFERENCE! JOIN THE 2026-27 OYO BOARD!
Make a difference at OYO by sharing your time and talents with all 1300 families and 2000 players, who call OYO home for their baseball and softball experience every spring, summer and fall! Even though, we’re not even halfway through the calendar year and the Spring Season is not yet complete, it’s never too…
Read More Lawrence North Softball Clinic Set for June 15-17
OYO is excited to share another opportunity for your softball player to improve their skills. For softball players ages 7-14 living in the MSDLT school district, this camp is just the place to be in mid-June. Facilitated by the Lawrence North High School softball coaching staff and players, we encourage all eligible OYO ballplayers, regardless…
Read More Donations for The 24 Group Being Accepted Through Saturday, June 6
On Sunday, May 31, the Oaklandon Youth Organization rallied together for our 24th annual David Manlove Memorial Tournament in memory of #24. This tournament began in 2002 in memory of David Manlove, who played baseball at OYO from 1990-1997 and later at Lawrence Central sporting the jersey number 24, but died tragically in June 2001 from cardiac…
Read More Coaches Corner | June 1, 2026
OYO Coaches: First and foremost to all our coaches and volunteers, thank you for all your time, effort and support this spring. We appreciate the difference you’ve been making with your teams and creating a memorable game day experience each and every time you’ve taken the field, when the weather has cooperated. Yet, time flies when we’re having fun…and…
Read More 2026 Spring Season Tournament Central
ACCESS REAL-TIME BRACKET UPDATES HERE! (REFLECTING UPDATES FOLLOWING CANCELLATIONS ON JUNE 17) In preparation for the 2026 Spring Season Rec League Tournament, here are some important and timely reminders, updates and info to improve your experience throughout the tournament. The Tournament | OYO operates a double-elimination tournament for all our divisions, except Tee Ball. The…
Read More May 27 Field Conditions at OYO | Game Status Update
OYO Fans: As of 3:45 p.m. on May 27, the fields at Veterans Memorial Park are very saturated following nearly six hours of rain since 5 a.m. At this time, the OYO Board is reviewing all options available to us in terms of playing games this evening. We are continuing to monitor the draining conditions…
Read More NOMINATE A 2026 SPRING SEASON COACH OR UMPIRE TODAY!
The OYO Board of Directors is excited to contunue our seasonal recognition to honor the spirit of leadership and service that helps make OYO such a special place—The Jim DeSalle Leadership Award. This award will be presented twice each year—once in the Spring and once in the Fall—to celebrate coaches and umpires who lead by example and reflect the values…
Read More Mandatory Tournament Coaches Meeting Is June 2
Mandatory Pre-Tournament Coaches’ Meeting Is Tuesday, June 2 at 8:15 p.m. on Field 2. Tee Ball coaches do not need to attend this meeting. We ask all head coaches (or a team representative in the event you cannot attend) to join us for this important and required meeting, which will help ensure every team approaches the tournament upholding…
Read More NOW ACCEPTING DONATIONS THRU MAY 29 FOR MANLOVE TOURNAMENT SILENT AUCTION
Through the support and engagement of many local businesses, the Oaklandon Youth Organization (OYO) is able to accomplish many amazing things for all the players, families and teams who make OYO their place for both rec league and tournament experiences. What’s more, OYO is a family. And one of the greatest examples of our league’s…
Read More 2026 SPRING SEASON TOURNAMENT BRACKETS NOW AVAILABLE
As we approach the final few weeks of the regular season, we are hopeful for much better weather and more on-field game day experiences. Nonetheless, in the games we have seen played to date, we are most impressed by the development of all our ballplayers, teams and coaches. Everyone has worked so hard this year…
Read More Let’s Play Ball! Spring Season Game Scheduling Update
This spring has been wet. The rain has been problematic. Through May 22, we have 10 scheduled game days, six of which were canceled as a result of rainy conditions or unsafe field conditions. This challenge has been non-stop, but the OYO Board also has been working non-stop for solutions. At OYO, we have followed…
Read More Ready, Set, Smile! Photo Day Rescheduled for Saturday, June 6
For all 93 Spring Season teams across all 11 divisions, our annual Photo Day is now scheduled for Saturday, June 6 at OYO. Please click here to download the complete Photo Day schedule. Upon arriving, all teams should gather near the evergreen trees behind centerfield of Field 4 then check-in at the information table in the…
Read More When It Rains, We Have a Plan!
This spring’s unpredictable Indiana weather has created significant challenges for the 2026 OYO season. Yet, it’s Indiana and the weather has lived up to its Indiana reputation of being unpredictable. This has resulted in game-day decisions and announcements that are not popular – yet necessary – as a result of saturated and unsafe field conditions.…
Read More REMINDER! One-Way Driving Patterns in OYO Parking Lots
Once again on game day this past weekend, we had a scary close-call involving two cars moving in opposite directions in our parking lot and a young ballplayer darting from his family’s car toward the fields. Fortunately, this was a near miss but one we never want to see it ever happen again. Whether…
Read More Be In The Know! OYO Weatherline Is Your Source on Game Days!
At OYO, for all official weather-related announcements on game days, we utilize the OYO Weatherline to communicate important cancellation information. The Weatherline is used exclusively for game days during the rec league season. It is not used for rec league practice decisions. All practice decisions are left to the coaches. Please check with your coach…
Read More Treat Tickets Are a Hit!
This is a player favorite, of course! Reward your ballplayer’s team with post-game treats and make the entire experience more memorable for your team and support OYO, too. For $1 per treat ticket, a player can visit the concession stand following the game and select an item of choice from the Treat Ticket menu. All…
Read More Ready, Set, Smile! Spring Season Photo Day is Saturday, May 9!
For our 12 and Under teams, our annual Photo Day is set for Saturday, May 9 at OYO — download the latest Photo Day Schedule. Upon arriving, all teams should gather near the evergreen trees behind centerfield of Field 4 then check-in at the information table in the vicinity. As previously shared, all our Spring…
Read More Exclusive Fill the Uniform Offer Continues for Most Divisions
With more than 1075 players across 93 teams taking the field, ballplayers and families are enjoying a genuinely amazing 2026 Spring Season! Yet, there’s still room for more! At this time, in eight divisions, we still have a very limited number of openings. So, spread the word to your friends…don’t delay, register today! The final…
Read More Coaches Corner | Opening Day Lowdown
Coaches, Greetings! We hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend, and we hope you are as excited about Opening Day as we are. To help you prepare for the start of the game season next weekend, here is the complete lowdown of what to expect leading up to and on Game Day to kick off…
Read More 12U All-Star Bombers Seeking Additional Players! Attend a Tryout Soon!
Super Major Fans: In recent weeks, you made one of the best decisions you could possibly make for your family. You registered your b fallplayer for the Super Major division. And I am truly grateful and appreciative of your family for choosing OYO for your baseball experience. Now, what if you made a similar decision…
Read More 2026 Spring Season Game Schedules Now Available!
Greetings! We hope you have enjoyed a wonderful start to your 2026 Spring Season. We are writing to announce the game schedules are set for all divisions for this season. The OYO Scheduling Committee has worked tirelessly to finalize the schedule involving nearly 800 regular season games. Before providing instructions on how to access…
Read More New Openings in Tee Ball!
We are so excited for the 2026 OYO Spring Season! In anticipation of uniform distribution this weekend, we have been reviewing the uniform orders and noticed all Tee Ball teams will have 11 jerseys instead of the anticipated allotment of 10. Our mistake is another family’s gain — in fact, 15 families could benefit! So,…
Read More Opening Day Parade Is Saturday, April 18 | Check Out the Details
With much anticipation and excitement, we’re ready to truly kick off our 2026 Spring Season of baseball and softball and the thrills of taking the field to “Play Ball!” on Opening Day. On Saturday, April 18, our ballplayers and families will take part in our Opening Day festivities! To help you begin making plans, here…
Read More Fill the Uniform Offer Is Back for Most Divisions
With more than 1050 players across 95 teams slated to take the field, we’re charging ahead for a truly robust and genuinely amazing 2026 Spring Season! And in most divisions, we still have a some openings. So, spread the word to your friends…don’t delay, register today! 12 & Under Divisions In our 12 and…
Read More Exclusive Recruit-a-Teammate Offer for Select Teams This Spring
One of the great things about OYO is we design our divisions to accommodate a handful of players who may decide to register a little later than most. This process utilizes years of data and registration patterns. However, every once in a while history doesn’t repeat itself and additional registrations do not flow in as…
Read More Now Only 14 Teams Need Sponsors This Spring
As we charge forward with the finishing touches for the 2026 Spring Season, while we’ve reduced our needs from 40 to 24 to 19 now to 14 … we’re still in need of 14 team sponsors specifically across four baseball divisions. Can you help us close the gap for our deserving baseball teams? Please recommend…
Read More Coaches’ Corner | Key Programs and Announcements
As we prepare for the start of the 2026 Spring Season, we’re encouraging all head coaches and assistant coaches to make the necessary investment for the season ahead. Various OYO committees and leaders are going the extra mile to coordinate value-add sessions and seamless processes to maximize your experience and be respectful of your time.…
Read More Spring Season Coaches Meeting Recap
OYO Board Members recently conducted our exclusive Coaches’ Meeting and Orientation for our softball and baseball coaches in preparation of our upcoming season of baseball and softball. This meeting helps ensure all our coach volunteers are aligned in how they will leverage our organization’s resources and collaborate frequently to maximize the development of all our…
Read More Here’s the Lowdown for the 2026 Season
We look forward to an exciting Spring Season of baseball and softball at Veterans Memorial Park, the home of OYO. To help kick off the season, several OYO Board Members recently conducted an important meeting for new OYO Families. This meeting provided an introduction to OYO’s operations and helped set expectations for the upcoming season.…
Read More 2026 Spring Season Team Rosters Released!
The OYO Spring Season is now officially underway. Thanks to your trust in OYO as our volunteer board members worked tirelessly over the past several days to put the finishing touches on our fair-and-balanced rosters to ensure this is your family’s most memorable year yet. Rest assured, while March Madness starts early each year at OYO,…
Read More Still Time To Register, But Roster Spots Are Limited
Don’t Delay! Register Today! Come take the field at OYO this spring — and encourage your friends to do the same! We have room for more ballplayers! So, be sure you are registered and then tell your friends there’s still space for them for the 2026 Spring Season. All future registrations will be handled on…
Read More Save-the-Date! OYO’s Annual Dick’s Shopping Days Are March 6-9
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”!…
Read More DISCOVER OYO! NEW FAMILY ORIENTATION IS MARCH 4
If you are new to OYO or have been curious how and why OYO manages our youth baseball and softball league the way we do, then discover OYO in early March! Come join us for our New Family Orientation to better understand the programs we offer and what to expect throughout the upcoming Spring Season!…
Read More COACHES MEETING SET FOR MARCH 5 AT JENN PARK
All head coach applicants and those interested in being assistant coaches should attend this important pre-season meeting. The 2026 Spring Season Coaches Meeting is set for Thursday, March 5 at 7 p.m. at Jenn Park, 10450 East 63rd Street in Lawrence. This meeting is specifically for all head coaches and interested assistant coaches in all our divisions. We take player…
Read More Many Opportunities For Team Sponsors This Spring
OYO is experiencing a remarkable boom in our rec league this spring. With more than 90 teams slated for the second consecutive year, we need your help more than ever. Things are coming together nicely, but our teams need support …. sponsorship support. To accommodate the league’s growth, the OYO Sponsorship Program is still in…
Read More 2026 Spring Season Registration Update
OYO is excited for the 2026 Spring Season, and by the flow of registrations from returning and new ballplayers so are all our families! With a remarkable lineup of registered coaches and tireless volunteer board members working together, we are excited and confident that 2026 will be our best year yet! As we…
Read More OYO Ballplayers Want YOU! Will You Coach a Team?
Greetings! Starting mid-March, our teams, ballplayers and families will take the field and enjoy their first practices of the 2026 Spring Season. At OYO, this season we have been truly blessed with an incredible response from volunteers to serve as coaches. Currently, our registration numbers are outpacing 2025 registration tends by 10%. As a result,…
Read More Spring Season Early Registration Now Ends February 20
The 2026 Spring Season is quickly approaching. However, with all the untimely trifecta of the groundhog seeing his shadow, holiday weekend and snow-covered grounds since late January, we learned some fans lost track of OYO’s Spring Season registration deadlines. The OYO Board has received a flurry of emails and texts with requests to extend early…
Read More Spring Season Registration | What’s New in 2026?
OYO is excited for the 2026 and all the programs we’ll offer all year long for every ballplayer and family for whatever level they choose to play this year. Shortly following the conclusion of our Fall Ball season last October, the 2026 Board term commenced and our 67 volunteer board members have been hard at…
Read More Call for 2026 All-Star Coaches
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…
Read More Coaches Must Complete Player Evals by September 28
Player evaluations must be completed by Sunday, September 28. This applies for all coaches in all divisions, including Tee Ball. The online process of coaches completing the end-of-season player evaluation has been a constant at OYO for 18 years. Please find attached a simple one-page PDF to complete your team’s evals in LeagueApps by Sunday, September 28. …
Read More Mandatory Coaches Meeting Is September 28
Mandatory Pre-Tournament Coaches’ Meeting Is Sunday, September 28 at 7:15 p.m. on Field 2. Tee Ball coaches do not need to attend this meeting. We ask all head coaches (or a team representative in the event you cannot attend) to join us for this important and required meeting, which will help ensure every team approaches the tournament…
Read More Fall Ball 2025 Tournament Central
CLICK HERE TO FOLLOW ALONG ON THE GAME RESULTS ALL DAY IN EACH DIVISION! In preparation for the 2025 Fall Ball Rec League Tournament, here are some important and timely reminders, updates and info to improve your experience on Tournament Sunday. The Tournament | OYO operates a single-elimination tournament for all our divisions, except Tee…
Read More Save the Date | Fall Ball Tournament Is Sunday, October 5
All Fall Ball divisions (except Tee Ball) will participate in a fun, memorable rec league tournament on Sunday, October 5. Tee Ball teams will play one final game on Sunday, October 5, as well and receive their participation trophies following their game. The tournament is a single-elimination tournament and pairings are based on a random…
Read More Fall Ball Umpire Appreciation Day Set for September 21
Help value our umpires on a very special recognition day! The OYO Board encourages teams to thank Umpires by bringing in posters and/or cards for their game day umpires or any umpire! What’s more, the OYO Special Program Committee will be making goodie bags for the umpires to coincide with this event. And, here’s how…
Read More Nominations Being Accepted thru September 30 for The Jim DeSalle Leadership Award
The OYO Board of Directors is excited to announce a special recognition program to honor the spirit of leadership and service that helps make OYO such a special place—The Jim DeSalle Leadership Award. This award is presented twice each year—once in the Spring and once in the Fall—to celebrate coaches and umpires who lead…
Read More Trunk or Treat Set for Saturday, October 4
Back by popular demand, we are excited to announce our second-ever Trunk or Treat! This event is open to all Spring Season and Fall Ball players — so what a great way to get the old crew from Spring together again or have a little fun with your Fall Ball squad the day before the…
Read More Introducing the 2026 OYO Board of Directors
Congratulations to all 2026 OYO Board Members! On Tuesday, September 9, 2025, the current OYO Board elected a new slate of board members to help continue serve the OYO families in 2026 and beyond. This unprecedented group of 65+ board volunteers will work tirelessly to uphold The OYO Way and continue to grow our program…
Read More Final Two Positions Open on the 2026 OYO Board
OYO knows volunteerism! After an amazing response involving more than 25 new board members nominated for the 2026 OYO Board of Directors as well as more than 40 current OYO board members renewing for a new term, we’re down to our final two board positions for the 2026 OYO Board, which commences on November 1,…
Read More New In-Game Concussion Policy Effective Immediately
The Oaklandon Youth Organization (OYO) Board of Directors is dedicated to supporting athlete safety at all times during all activity at Veterans Memorial Park, the home of OYO. Our goal and commitment is to ensure all board members, coaches, umpires and families are aware of the symptoms of concussions and implementing a process to promote…
Read More Ready. Set. Smile! Fall Ball Photo Day Schedule and Order Instructions
Dear Parents and Coaches, We are excited to be back for Fall Ball photos this year. We have worked hand in hand with the league reps to align your photo time as close to your game time as possible to create a better photo day/game day experience. Let’s be honest, you LOVE LOVE LOVE…
Read More 2025 Fall Ball Game Schedules Now Released!
OYO is excited to announce the release of our 2025 Fall Ball Season game schedule for all divisions. The OYO Scheduling Committee has worked tirelessly with our league VPs, commissioners and coaches to finalize the schedule for the upcoming season involving more than 375 regular season games across seven Sundays. Unless a glaring error is…
Read More 2025 Fall Ball Coaches’ Meeting Recap
OYO Board Members recently conducted our exclusive Coaches’ Meeting and Orientation for our Fall Ball softball and baseball coaches to kick off our 18th Fall Ball season at OYO. This meeting helps ensure all our coach volunteers are aligned in how they will leverage our organization’s resources and collaborate frequently to maximize the development of…
Read More New 09U FTT Bombers Team Announced | Tryouts Start Soon!
Interest continues to grow in all of OYO’s rec league and travel programs. We’re excited to announce the addition of a new 09U Full-Time Travel Oaklandon Bombers squad. This team will be coached by Colin Thornburg. Help us spread the word! Building on significant success on the rec travel circuit during recent seasons, this…
Read More Still Time To Register This Fall … But Roster Openings Are Limited
Come take the field at OYO this fall — and encourage your friends to do the same! We have room for more ballplayers! So, be sure you are registered and then tell your friends there’s still space for them for the 2025 Fall Ball Season. All future registrations will be handled on a first come,…
Read More Fall Ball Coaches Meeting and Team Equipment Distribution Set for July 31
All head coach applicants and those interested in being assistant coaches should attend this important pre-season meeting. Coaches Meeting | The 2025 Fall Ball Season Coaches Meeting is set for Thursday, July 31 at 8:15 p.m. at OYO on Field 2. (All attendees are encouraged to bring their own chair and notepad.) This meeting is…
Read More We Want You! More Fall Ball Coaches Needed
Here’s the scoop! Players are coming back to OYO. We need 15 more coaches this fall. While most divisions only need one or two coaches to complete the division’s coaching lineup, Minor Baseball and Tee Ball are most in need with three or four coach vacancies, respectively, in each division. Our coaching needs (as of…
Read More 27 Teams Still Need a Team Sponsor
Support OYO and hundreds of ballplayers this fall with your sponsorship — and get some timely marketing benefits, too! We’re looking forward to an exciting Fall Ball season. As with each season, we’re also in need of growing our support from the business community to ensure all our teams are supported by a team sponsor. For those…
Read More Cathedral Softball Camp Set from July 7-10! Register Soon!
Cathedral’s 2025 State Championship Winning Softball Program is hosting their annual Softball Camp July 7-10, 2025 from 9-11 a.m. at Brunette Park. This camp is open to children entering grades 3-8. The cost of the camp is $90. The Cathedral Softball Camp is designed to teach each girl the fundamentals that will help her be…
Read More MAKE A DIFFERENCE! JOIN THE 2025-26 OYO BOARD!
Make a difference at OYO by sharing your time and talents with all 1300 families and 2000 players, who call OYO home for their baseball and softball experience every spring, summer and fall! Even though, we’re not even halfway through the calendar year and the Spring Season is not yet complete, it’s never too early…
Read More OYO WELCOMES MORE UMPIRES FOR FALL BALL SEASON
If you are interested in making the call — and earning some money, too — this fall, then OYO is the place to be! Our Fall Ball program is strong, and all games are played on Sundays only. There will be lots of opportunities for you to umpire games at OYO this fall! All…
Read More Fall Ball Team Sponsorships Now Available
Support OYO and hundreds of ballplayers this fall with your sponsorship — and get some timely marketing benefits, too! We’re looking forward to an exciting Fall Ball season. As with each season, we’re also in need of growing our support from the business community to ensure all our teams are supported by a team sponsor. For those…
Read More Be a Head Coach for a Fall Ball Team in 2025!
Being a head coach at OYO is one of the most rewarding and memorable volunteer opportunities we offer! OYO encourages you to help make our 18th annual Fall Ball season a success by sharing your passion for helping our ballplayers enjoy learning the fundamentals and playing the game. We have the tools and resources available…
Read More Call For Full-Time Travel Coaches for 2025-26 Season
The Oaklandon Youth Organization offers competitive, full-time travel teams for baseball and softball. The programs are divided into Oaklandon Bombers (baseball) and Oaklandon Red Storm (softball). As the 2025 seasons are beginning to wind down slowly as they enter their final two months of the season, we are looking ahead to our 2026 programs. Our efforts will begin with…
Read More Fall Ball 2025 Registration Now Open
Learn more and register your ballplayer for 2025 Fall Ball today! OYO is proud to announce our 18th Fall Ball season! Our early registration is open through Monday, July 14 at 11:59 p.m.! Act now to guarantee both a roster spot and savings of $25 per registration. We want you and your ballplayer to…
Read More Makeup Game Plans for Weekend of June 13-15
OYO Fans: Greetings! We have enjoyed an exciting first four days of the 2025 OYO Spring Season Tournament with many fantastic and memorable finishes. In fact, one of our long-standing umpires remarked how competitive and balanced our divisions are in 2025. The message we received read, “I am impressed with how many close games there…
Read More Nominate a Spring Season Coach or Umpire Today!
The OYO Board of Directors is excited to introduce a new seasonal recognition to honor the spirit of leadership and service that helps make OYO such a special place—The Jim DeSalle Leadership Award. This award will be presented twice each year—once in the Spring and once in the Fall—to celebrate coaches and umpires who lead by example and reflect…
Read More Spring Season Tournament Central
ACCESS REAL-TIME BRACKET UPDATES HERE! In preparation for the 2025 Spring Season Rec League Tournament, here are some important and timely reminders, updates and info to improve your experience throughout the tournament. The Tournament | OYO operates a double-elimination tournament for all our divisions, except Tee Ball. The tournament runs from June 9-19 for…
Read More No Need to Cook on June 2! Come Dine at Ale Emporium and support one of OYO’s Red Storm teams!
Get out of the kitchen and join the 14U Oaklandon Red Storm DeSanto team for a meal — and fundraiser — on Monday, June 2! Come one, come all! Enjoy wings and pizza at The Ale Emporium in Fishers, where 15% of your bill will support the 14U Red Storm DeSanto full-time travel team.
Read More Player Evals Must be Completed by Tuesday June 3
Player evaluations must be completed by Tuesday, June 3. This applies for all coaches in all divisions, including Tee Ball. The online process of coaches completing the end-of-season player evaluation has been a constant at OYO for 18 years. Please find attached a simple one-page PDF to complete your team’s evals in LeagueApps by Tuesday, June 3. What’s more, successful…
Read More Mandatory Tournament Coaches Meeting Is June 3
Mandatory Pre-Tournament Coaches’ Meeting Is Tuesday, June 3 at 8:15 p.m. on Field 2. Tee Ball coaches do not need to attend this meeting. We ask all head coaches (or a team representative in the event you cannot attend) to join us for this important and required meeting, which will help ensure every team approaches the tournament upholding…
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