Bismarck Parks & Recreation

Baseball – Coed Mites, Squirts, Cal Ripken-Recreational

Coed youth baseball is a recreational program that teaches youth ages 5-12 the fundamentals, skills and sportsmanship of the game. These basics include throwing, catching, hitting and teamwork. Participants will learn through drills, scrimmages and games. Our emphasis is on equal play time, and most of all, FUN!

Age Requirements

Any player born prior to May 1, 2020, and on or after May 1, 2012, is eligible for Coed Mites, Squirts and Cal Ripken. Age is determined as of May 1, 2025.

Ages Dates Days Time Code
Mites 5-6 June 2-July 23, 2025 M & W 10-11am 28396
Mites 5-6 June 3-July 24, 2025 T & Th 10-11am 28397
Squirts 7-9 June 2-July 23, 2025 M & W 8:30-9:45am 28399
Squirts 7-9 June 3-July 24, 2025 T & Th 8:30-9:45am 28400
Cal Ripken 10-12 June 2-July 23, 2025 M & W 11:15am-12:45pm 28393
*No Mites, Squirts and Cal Ripkin baseball on July 2 and 3.

Information

  • Participants are required to purchase and wear baseball/softball gloves, and sunscreen and water bottles are strongly suggested. Cleats are optional. All other gear such as bats and helmets are provided.
  • Teammate Request Form – Due no later than first day of program.
  • Picture Day – Wear your BPRD summer baseball shirt!
  • Code of Conduct
  • Concussion Policy

Schedules & Rosters

  • During the first week, participants are placed in groups at random and learn drills and play “games” at stations.
  • Teams will be formed after the first week, and team shirts and game schedules will be distributed the second week.
  • Starting the third week, coaches will teach fundamentals for the first 10-25 minutes with the remaining time used for games.

Fees and Location

Registration

REGISTER

Youth Baseball Clinic

Participants born prior to May 1, 2020, and on or after May 1, 2012, are eligible for the 2025 Youth Baseball Clinic. The program focuses on the development of baseball skills and fundamentals.

Ages, Dates, Times and Location

  • 5–12 years old
  • Thursdays from June 5-July 17 from 11:15am-12:45pm
  • Sam McQuade Sr. Softball Complex, 110 N. Washington St.

Fee and Registration

  • Free for registered Mites, Squirts and Cal Ripken participants.
    • To register: Click “yes” for enrollment into Youth Baseball Clinic when signing up your child for Coed Mites, Squirts, Cal Ripken
  •  $15 for non-registered youth baseball participants.
    • For non-registered, enroll with code: 28394

Rainout/Inclement Weather

In case of inclement weather, every effort is made to determine diamond playability by 7:45am for day programs or 4pm for evening programs. Please check this website’s orange Alerts bar for any cancellations. You may also “Follow” the BPRD Facebook page as weather notifications are posted there.