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    Spring 2020 Season Cancelled

    Dear KYBSA Families and Friends, We hope this message finds you and your family well. Regretfully, the Spring 2020 baseball and softball seasons are officially CANCELED. We have and will continue to follow... More
     

  • Daily Freeman

    Local Little Leagues wait to see if, when they can play ball
     

  • Season Update

    As the impact of the COVID-19 virus grows and we all continue to adjust to this strange new way of life, we hope this message finds you and your family safe and healthy.  The KYBSA would like to let our membe... More
     

  • Babe Ruth League Statement on COVID-19

    Helpful Links: About Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) - CDC https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/index.html   Rolling updates on coronavirus disease (COVID-19) - WHO https://www.wh... More
     

  • 2020 St. Patrick's Day Parade - Postponed

    POSTPONED! Everyone's Irish on St. Patrick's Day! Come join us March 15th in celebrating Spring and everything Green. Line up begins at 11:30 am in the Kingston Plaza for decoration helpers. ... More
     

  • Welcome to Kingston Youth Baseball & Softball Association

    We are proud to announce the collaboration of Kingston Little League and Kingston Cal Ripken/Babe Ruth.  Our children will now have the opportunity to play in one united program, the Kingston Youth Baseball &... More
     

  • KYBSA Expanding Online Presence

    For the 2020 KYBSA baseball and softball season(s), we would like to implement the use of social media much more than in the past.  With the creation of KYBSAmedia@gmail.com, parents, coaches and players are ... More
     

  • 3rd Annual Guys Night Out

    Come join us April 3rd at our 3rd annual GUYS NIGHT OUT All You Can Eat Italian Dinner at FRANK GUIDO'S LITTLE ITALY honoring Freeman 2019 Pitcher of the Year: Steve Freer  Lifetime Achievement Aw... More
     

  • Early Bird Registration

    KYBSA is pleased to announce an Early Bird Registration Discount for the Spring 2020 season. Register before March 1, 2020, and receive a $25 discount on each registered player.  
     

  • 2020 KHS Winter Carnival

    Saturday, February 22, 2020, come join us from 11:00am to 4:00pm at the Kingston High School Winter Carnival. Stop by the KYBSA Booth where you can have your pitching speed clocked by a radar gun. Top spe... More
     

  • 2020 Kingston Plaza Indoor Baseball Training Programs
     

  • 2019 Annual Organizational Meeting

    Elections for the Kingston Cal Ripken & Babe Ruth League 2020 Board of Directors are approaching.  Pursuant to the 2019 KCRBRL Constitution and By-laws, elections were supposed to be scheduled for the October... More
     

  • Softball Clinics at DYS

    KCRBRL Softball is partnering with DYS (Design Yourself Strong) to offer fall/winter softball clinics at the Dugout in Saugerties. Group instruction is available for pitching, catching and hitting. Pric... More
     

  • How to Follow 12U Softball World Series

    Babe Ruth Softball World Series Web Site General Information 12U Schedule and Results Download Tourney Machine App and search for 2019 Babe Ruth Softball World Series Pool & Bracket Play Sc... More
     

  • 12U Softball's Quest to the World Series

    Dear Community Members,   We are excited to announce that the Kingston Babe Ruth 12U Softball Team has been invited to participate in the Babe Ruth Softball World Series July 25 – August 3 in Florida... More
     

  • Team and Individual Photos

    This Saturday, May 18th, 2019, we'll be taking Team and Individual photos.  The photographer is Joe Richard from Park Studio in Walton, NY. Please review your Team's Time Slot.  ARRIVE 15-30 prior ... More
     

  • Opening Day Festivities

    Dear Families! The start of the 2019 Season has finally arrived.  Come out and meet your fellow league members at the KCRBRL Opening Day Picnic.  Bring your chairs, tables and canopies and enjoy a nice bal... More
     

  • Important Dates

    On-site/walk-up registration events highlighted in GREEN Thursday, January 3, 2019 - Online Registration Opens Friday, February 22, 2019 - 5:30pm-8:00pm - Pasta Night Fundraiser Saturday, March 9, 2... More
     

  • FlipGive Fundraiser

    Shop your favorite brands and KCRBRL will earn up to 25% cash back on purchases. Choose from the following categories and much more. Gift Cards Sports Fashion Home Gas & Grocery Electronics... More
     

  • Five Guys Community Night

    Kingston Cal Ripken & Babe Ruth is excited to announce a community fundraising night at Kingston Five Guys.  Come join us on Monday, April 8, 2019, from 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. for some burgers and fries (menu... More
     

  • 2nd Annual Guys Night Out Beef Steak Dinner

    Come join us April 6th at our 2nd annual Kingston Cal Ripken & Babe Ruth GUYS NIGHT OUT Beef Steak Dinner honoring Sponsor of the Year:  Herzogs/Kingston Plaza Freeman 2018 Pitcher of the Year:  Joe F... More
     

  • CANCELLED - KHS Varsity Baseball Clinic

    Unfortunately, due to the inclement weather, the KHS Varsity Baseball Clinic has been cancelled.  The field is just too wet. A make-up clinic, if possible, will be announced at a later date.  However, it will... More
     

  • 2019 KHS Varsity Baseball Clinic

    Join the Kingston High School Varsity Baseball Team, led by Head Coach Mike Groppuso, in a comprehensive Youth Baseball Clinic for ages 9-12.  The general skills clinic will cover pitching, catching, hitting,... More
     

  • Chipotle Fundraiser

    Come join us at Chipotle in Kingston on Tuesday, March 26th between 4:00pm and 8:00pm for a fundraiser in support of Kingston Cal Ripken & Babe Ruth. 1217 Ulster Avenue Kingston, NY 12401 Bring the fly... More
     

  • Registration Extended One Week

    Due to the high volume of registrations over this past weekend, we have extended 2019 Spring Registration by one week.  We feel it's important to allow everyone ample opportunity to participate. Howeve... More
     

  • KCRBRL Appreciation Weekend March 23 & 24

    On March 23rd & 24th, 2019, the Kingston Dick’s Sporting Goods store location will be hosting the first annual Kingston Cal Ripken and Babe Ruth League Appreciation Discount Weekend to assist families and pla... More
     

  • 2019 Winter Carnival

    Saturday, March 23, 2019, come join us from 11:00am to 4:00pm at the Kingston High School Winter Carnival. We’ll be located at the Class of 2019 Booth where you can have your pitching speed clocked by a r... More
     

  • 2019 St. Patrick's Day Parade

    KCRBRL's Participation in the Parade has been Cancelled due to the predicted inclement weather. Everyone's Irish on St. Patrick's Day! Come join us March 10th in celebrating Spring and every... More
     

  • Sports Saturday On Site/Walk Up Registration

    Sports Saturday, March 9, 2019 9:00am - 12:15pm On site/Walk up registration will be available! KCRBRL will be at Kate Walton Field House @KHS cheering on the 3rd & 4th graders from Kingston's E... More
     

  • TEXAS Roadhouse Rundraiser

    Greeting family and friends!   Kingston Cal Ripken is partnering up with Texas Roadhouse on an awesome 30% Rib Rally Fundraiser to raise funds!  If you've never heard of a Rib Rally - simply put - w... More
     

  • Holiday Vendor and Craft Show

    Santa will be visiting from 7:00pm - 8:00pm!
     

  • 2019 KCRBRL Board of Directors

    Congratulations to the new members of the KCRBRL Board of Directors.  You can review the 2019 team HERE. There are still several positions that remain open.  If you have a desire to fill one of these posit... More
     

  • Baseball Umpire School

    The Kingston Baseball Umpires Association will be holding a new certification class for people interested in becoming a certified Baseball Umpire in the New York State Baseball Umpires Association for the 201... More
     

  • Congratulations to the 2018 All-Stars

    This year Kingston will be fielding 8 All-Star teams.. 8U Softball 10U Softball 12U Softball 8U Baseball 9U Baseball 10U Baseball 12U Baseball 14U Baseball   Additionally, Kingston... More
     

  • Local Concession Sponsors

    Big shout out to some local businesses who are donating some of their specialties to make our concession choices delicious! Dallas Hot Weiners for their famous sauce, Savona's dough for some scrumptious f... More
     

  • Papi's Pizza Fundraiser

    The Kingston Cal Ripken League and Papi’s Pizza & Wings are teaming up for a mouthwatering fundraiser! Wednesday, May 23rd 11am - 9pm Show the flyer below or mention you are ordering to support the leag... More
     

  • A Big Thank You to KHS Varsity Baseball

    Thank you to Mike Groppuso, his staff, and the entire KHS Varsity Baseball team! The clinic was a GREAT success.  It was especially wonderful to see all the children getting personalized instruction from t... More
     

  • 20% Discount on OAKLEY Sunglasses

    The sun will hopefully be shining soon so if you need some sunglasses Potter Bros. is generously offering a 20% discount on OAKLEY sunglasses to our players. In addition they are donating 10% of sales back... More
     

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  • KHS Varsity Softball Clinics

    Join the Kingston High School Varsity Softball Team, lead by Head Coach Trishann Hayes, in a comprehensive Youth Softball Clinic for ages 6-12.  The general skills clinic will cover pitching, catching, hittin... More
     

  • KHS Varsity Baseball Clinic

    Join the Kingston High School Varsity Baseball Team, led by Head Coach Mike Groppuso, in a comprehensive Youth Baseball Clinic for ages 9-12.  The general skills clinic will cover pitching, catching, hitting,... More
     

  • Baseball 101

    Join Fritz Genther and the Rookie Managers in a "back to basics" Youth Baseball Clinic for ages 6-7.  The general skills clinic will cover all aspects of the game. This is a wonderful opportunity to shake ... More
     

  • Sunday Morning Preseason Clinics

    Kingston Cal Ripken and Babe Ruth will be offering Sunday morning clinics powered by Dirty Defense.  The clinics will run from April 8th to April 29th for 8-12 year old girls and boys.  Must be a registered K... More
     

  • 20% Discount at BSNSPORTS.com

    BSNSPORTS.com is offering Kingston Cal Ripken members a 20% discount on all online orders.  Additionally, KCRL will receive a 5% return on each purchase.  Save money getting ready for the Spring season as wel... More
     

  • New USABat Standards

    See below for the new 2018 USABat Standards adopted by Babe Ruth or visit Babe Ruth League, Inc. Approved and Non-Compliant Bats  
     

  • 9U Boys District 3 Champions

    The Kingston Cal Ripken 9U All Star team captured its first District 3 Championship over Highland, 9-1 on Friday, July 7th on its home field at the Kingston Armory.  As the host for the entire 9U District 3 A... More
     

  • 14U Boys District 3 Champions

    The Kingston Babe Ruth14U All Star baseball team advanced to their second straight NY State Championship All Star Tournament by winning the District 3 All Star Tournament. Kingston won 12-2 Wednesday, July... More
     

  • 12U Boys Advance to State Championship Tournament

    The Kingston Cal Ripken 12U boys baseball team advanced to their second straight State Championship Tournament, winning 4 of 5 games in the recent District 3 Tournament, held in Highland NY. Kingston o... More
     

  • Congratulations to the 2017 All-Stars

    This year Kingston will be fielding 8 All-Star teams (up from 3 last year). 8U Softball 8U Baseball 9U Baseball 10U Softball 10U Baseball 11U Baseball 12U Baseball 14U Baseball Additi... More
     

  • Kingston Elks Lodge's Bus trip to the Yankees Old Timers Game

    Kingston Elks Lodge is offering a Bus trip to the Yankees Old Timers Game on June 25th. The Bus will leave from the Kingston Plaza parking lot in the parking area to the left of MAC Fitness at 9 am. The ga... More
     

  • KHS hosts Softball Clinic

    On April 22, 2017, Coach Hayes and the Kingston High School varsity softball team hosted a clinic for our softball players.  It was a great opportunity for the girls to work closely with the Varsity softball ... More
     

  • Edson/Colonial Concession Repairs

    The concession stand at Edson/Colonial Field received a much needed roof repair, compliments of J&A Roofing.  For years, the banner marquee had been deteriorating to the point that it had become a safety haza... More
     

  • Winter Carnival

    Look for the Kingston Cal Ripken and Babe Ruth booth at the KHS Winter Carnival on Saturday March 25th from 11am-4pm. This will be the last day of registrations and you will be able to sign up for the Spring ... More
     

  • Softball Minors 9-10 Division

    If numbers allow, we will have a Minors Softball Division in 2017.  The league would then have 3 divisions - Rookie 8U, Minors 9-10, and Majors 11-12. Minors Softball: (Ages 9-10) The goal of this divis... More
     

  • Babe Ruth Baseball 13-16

    New in 2017, our league also handles the 13-16 year old baseball division of Kingston Babe Ruth. Babe Ruth Baseball: (Ages 13-16) Babe Ruth Baseball is for players who are 13-16 years of age.  This leve... More
     

  • Kingston Cal Ripken League Raffle

    For the month of July, daily winners will be determined by matching your raffle ticket number with New York's EVENING Numbers game drawing. $50 prizes will be awarded for weekdays and $250 for weekends... More
     

  • All Star Tournament Concessions

    Kingston Cal Ripken will be hosting the District 3 10U All Star Tournament starting Thursday June 23rd and concluding with the Championship game on Thursday June 30th. This is a great opportunity to generate ... More