2026 Cooperstown Recap: The Experience of a Lifetime

For our players, families, and coaches, heading to Cooperstown in 2026 was truly the youth baseball experience of a lifetime. Trading everyday fields for the historic birthplace of the game, the team created unforgettable memories both on and off the diamond, bonding through intense competition, pin trading, and bunkhouse life.

On the field, the squad proved they belonged among the elite, battling their way into an impressive Sweet Sixteen finish in a massive, highly competitive national field. Our own Aksel Winters earned the undisputed title of King of Swat by launching balls all over the park on Day 1. Throughout the week, our home run leader was Carlos Mory, and we also have to give a huge shoutout to AJ Krot, who hit home runs batting both right- and left-handed! Walker Johnson and Noah Canto will also remember the week well, crushing their first-ever over-the-fence home runs.

What made this journey even more remarkable was the incredible community support. Through dedicated fundraising efforts, the team slashed costs so that—aside from travel expenses—it only cost each player $250 out of pocket. That incredible final price tag even included a $400 swag bag loaded with personalized gear and pins to trade, ensuring every player looked and felt like a pro from the moment they arrived.

A massive and special THANK YOU to the Ron Dixon Foundation for allowing us to join up with them and helping make this incredible experience happen.  We would also like to thank all of our dedicated team sponsors whose support made this possible.

It was a historic week of grit, teamwork, and lifelong memories that these players will talk about for years to come. We can't wait to go back again in 2028 with our next 12U team!