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Online registration for Minor League Baseball will open on February 5, 2024 and will end on March 3, 2024, for players at the U10, U11, U12, U13 and U14 level (in most cases it is 4th through 8th grade).  
 
Level
Tournaments
Participation
Fee
Raffle 
Fundraiser
Worker
Deposit
U10
2
$300
$100
$300
U11
3
$325
$100
$300
U12
3
$400
$100
$300
U13
3
$400
$100
$300
U14
3
$400
$100
$300
 
A few highlights of what is included in the 2024 participation fee:
  • Full age group and team specific practices (average of two practices per week)
  • League games – Metro Baseball League or South-Central League (average of two games per week)
    • End of year league tournament if team chooses to participate.
  • Baseball Academy in June (U10-U13)
  • 2-3 Tournaments in the month of June (depending on age).
  • State tournament (July) if team qualifies
  • Uniform (two jerseys, pants, belt & hat) ~ U12 also receives a helmet.
2024 Minor League Teams (U10 – U14):
At each level (U10-U14), there will be one team participating in the Metro Baseball League at the AA level. Depending on the number of registered players, an additional team or teams will be participating in an A level baseball league.  U10 and U11 A teams will participate in the South-Central League and U12-U14 A teams will participate in the Metro Baseball League.  All teams will be placed in their respective A or AA level tournaments and all teams will be eligible to qualify for a state tournament bid.
 
  • U10: All 4th graders that meet age qualifications (Born on or after May 1, 2013).
  • U11: All 5th graders that meet age qualifications (Born on or after May 1, 2012).
  • U12: All 6th graders that meet age qualifications (Born on or after May 1, 2011).
  • U13: All 7th graders that meet age qualifications (Born on or after May 1, 2010).
  • U14: All 8th graders that meet age qualifications (Born on or after May 1, 2009).
Uniform Sizing and Payments:
We are offering two dates for players to try on uniforms, issue payments/deposits and pick up raffle tickets.  These dates are Sunday, March 3rd and Sunday, March 10th.  Both opportunities will be from 6-7:30PM at the Owatonna High School (enter athletic doors).  Players will not be allowed to participate in any activities until all fees and deposits have been paid.  You will have an opportunity to pay the registration fee online but can also pay via check at one of the try on dates along with your worker deposit and raffle payments. 
 
Evaluations:
Ages U10-U12 evaluations will be held on Saturday, March 16th at the Owatonna High School to determine AA and A teams. 
  • U10: 10:00 am -12:00 pm
  • U11: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • U12: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages U13-U14: Completed by Kids First coaching staff throughout April. Additional communication will be sent at a later date with details.
 
Key Upcoming Dates:
  • January – March: Hitting/Pitching camps
  • February 4th: Open gym at OHS
  • February 5th: Minor League registration opens (online)
  • March 3rd: Registration closes. Late registrations are not guaranteed placement on a team and will be charged a late fee if accepted.
  • March 13th: Open gym at OMS (U10-U12 ONLY) - 5:30-7:30
  • March 16th: U10-U12 Evaluations and teams formed shortly after.
  • April 8 – 25: Age group specific practices (U10-U12)
  • April 20: Owatonna Huskies vs Red Wing Wingers @ Target Field
  • April 26: Raffle drawing at OHS home baseball game - 5 pm vs. New Prague.
  • April 29+: Individual team practices (U10-U12)
  • April & May: School baseball season for 7th & 8th graders (U13/U14)
  • May: Practices and league games for all levels
  • June: Practices, league games and tournaments for all levels
  • June: Academy (U10-U13)
  • July: State tournaments if applicable
What is the Owatonna Baseball Academy? 
In 2023, the Owatonna High School Baseball program hit it out of the park for their highly successful and engaging baseball camp. We are back again, with camps occurring from June 11 - 27 in 2024.  Aspiring young athletes will gather at the Jaycee Park baseball facilities to hone their skills, learn from seasoned coaches, and immerse themselves in the world of America's favorite pastime.
 
Camp attendees will receive top-notch instruction and guidance from OHS Head Coach Tate Cummins, Matt Seykora, and a host of alumni and current players from OHS. Coaches brought a wealth of experience, creating a positive and supportive environment for skill development and personal growth.  The camp features skill development clinics covering all aspects of the game, including hitting, pitching, fielding, and base running. Participants will have the opportunity to refine their techniques through specialized drills and personalized feedback from coaches, fostering improvement in every player. Beyond the technical aspects of the game, the camp will emphasize the importance of sportsmanship, teamwork, and leadership. Coaches will instill valuable life skills in the young athletes, promoting a culture of respect, camaraderie, and a love for the sport.
 
Each age level will be meeting at the following dates and times at Jaycee Park.  The cost is included in your registration fee. Each session will last 90 minutes.
 
U10: 8:00 – 9:30 AM (June 11, 18 & 25)
U11: 9:30 – 11:00 AM (June 11, 18 & 25)
U12: 8:00 – 9:30 AM (June 12, 20 & 26)
U13: 9:30 – 11:00 AM (June 12, 20 & 26)
 
Little League:
Owatonna Parks & Recreation will be running Little League with the assistance from the Huskies Bullpen Club. Look for additional details and announcements from Owatonna Parks & Rec.  Below is a brief overview of what to expect of the Little League program.
 
  • T-Ball - 5 year-olds and Kindergartners
  • Mini Sluggers (coach pitch) - Kindergartners (who played one year of t-ball) and first grade
  • Machine Pitch (Current 2nd Graders) Program Information: Pitching machine league with emphasis on participation and development of fundamental baseball skills along with an introduction to pitching and situational baseball. Practices and Games – Monday and Wednesday (June and July).
  • Player Pitch (Current 3rd & non U10 4th Graders) Program Information: Players will pitch at this level. This is intended to prepare kids for traveling baseball as well as continuing the development of fundamentals and the skills of the game. Practices and Games – Tuesday and Thursday (June and July). 

Nate Skala

Minor League Director

Phone: 507-456-2231