Previous Winners
December 2023 – Bennett Klitzke, Waconia, MN
Question Santa Claus is coming to town! Thinking back on the 2023 baseball year, who has been naughty, and who has been nice?Part 1: Tell us who you’d add to the Naughty List, who to the Nice List, and why – any athlete, team, coach, or baseball personality – famous or not! Part 2: What should they get in their stockings?Good luck! Read More
November 2023 – Henry Allen, Charleston, SC
Question Let’s get ready for Thanksgiving – it’s great to be grateful! Thinking back on the past year, what baseball experience, player, coach, or story inspired you, excited you, motivated you, or just plain made you happy? WHY are you thankful for that moment, and what impact has it had on you? Describe the baseball-related Read More
October 2023 – Katie & Cory Cain, Keystone Heights, FL
Question Ballgloves are more than baseball. Do you have a treasured ballglove with a special meaning to you? A family heirloom? A well-used mitt that’s part of your baseball/softball story? Tell us all about that glove, why it means so much to you, and share a photo. Good luck! Winner Congratulations to Katie & Cory Cain of Keystone Heights, Read More
September 2023 – Sam Baker, Noblesville, IN
Question Imagine if you could add one pro to your team – a player or coach from any era! Good luck! Winner Our September Contest Winner is…Sam Baker from Noblesville, IN. Sam is in 9th Grade, plays first base for the Noblesville High School Millers, and roots for the Detroit Tigers. CONGRATULATIONS! Winning Answer If I could draft Read More
August 2023 – Jet Fisher, Jenks, OK
Question You practice, train, compete, and might even travel with your teammates – the chemistry on your squad matters! Camaraderie, communication, and trust are essential for winning. What great team-building activities has your team done to build those connections? Give us details, and maybe a specific story showing how it impacts your on-field success….and your Read More
JUNE 2023 – Jack Gazdacka, Elmhurst, IL
Question What is the BEST BASEBALL CITY in the world? Give us at least 3 good reasons, and explain why it deserves the title. …Good luck! Winner Our June Contest Winner is… Jack Gazdacka of Elmhurst, IL! Jack is a pitcher and utility player for Ottawa University Arizona, and enjoys hiking and reading when he’s not Read More
MAY 2023 – Brittny Carter, Grosse Ile, MI
Question May is for Mom! Do you have the BEST baseball mom? Nominate your mother for ‘Nokona Mother of the Year’ by telling us why she deserves the title, and how she impacts your life – baseball and otherwise! Share a story, give us details, and improve your entry by including a pic. Good luck! Read More
APRIL 2023 – Alex Whiddon, Madisonville, LA
Question Imagine if you could add any one professional to your team – player or coach!…Who would it be? …Why? …What would you say to persuade them to join? …Good luck! Winner Congrats to Alex Whiddon of Madisonville, LA – our April Contest Winner! Alex goes to St. Peter’s Catholic School, and plays 2nd base and pitcher Read More
MARCH 2023 – Paul Xeno, Fremont, CA
Question Happy Spring Training – a famous time for baseball. And pranks! We’ve heard the stories: Ken Griffey Jr. putting an actual cow in the Mariners’ manager’s office because he owed Piniella a steak dinner; Kyle Kendrick fooled into believing he was being traded to Japan – fake press conference and all; Trout’s personal phone number being Read More
FEBRUARY 2023 – Jarrod Denman, Granbury, TX
Question Get your popcorn ready – it’s movie time…and you are the producer! What baseball story deserves to be told? Why should we see it on the big screen, and what is the title? Let us know the main characters and supporting roles, the actors you’ll cast, and any other details. …We can’t wait to Read More