Ripken Baseball - Growing the game of baseball worldwide The Ripken Way: Youth Tournaments

YOUTH TOURNAMENTS

Official website: www.ripkentournaments.com

Toll-free number: 800-486-0850

RIPKEN TOURNAMENTS BACKGROUND

Ripken Baseball began hosting youth tournaments in 2003 with just 11 teams. Only 3 years later, Ripken Baseball has grown to become one of the most professional and thorough youth tournament hosts in the country. In 2006, Ripken Tournaments saw over 800 teams from 26 states pass through the Aberdeen and Myrtle Beach complexes. Tournament teams from 9u–16u compete each year from March through November in standard weekend, holiday weekend and week-long tournament formats.

ABERDEEN, MD

In the past 3 years, what was once a quaint stop off of Interstate 95 has transformed into a destination for children, families and teams to play, learn and cherish the game of baseball. The Ripken Academy consists of a youth-sized version of Oriole Park at Camden Yards- known as Cal Sr.'s Yard- and youth-sized replicas of Wrigley Field, Fenway Park and Memorial Stadium. The Academy also boasts a one-of-a-kind circular training infield, batting cages and a tee/soft-toss area.

Tournaments in Aberdeen include:

3 game minimum (weekend tournaments)
4 game minimum (holiday tournaments)
Official Nike Baseballs and Certified Umpires
Games on Ripken Academy's signature, professional-quality fields
Access to the entire complex, including concessions, on-site photography, merchandise venues, batting cages, pitching mounds & more!

In 2006, this unique youth baseball destination attracted over 8,500 participants and over 20,000 visitors. The complex continues to grow and improve - "The Warehouse" located at our Oriole Park at Camden Yards opens its doors as a Marriott hotel in December 2006, and our very own “Green Monster” was recently constructed in left field of Fenway Park.

MYRTLE BEACH, SC

Due to the success of the Aberdeen complex as a tournament destination and the desire to grow the game of baseball worldwide, Ripken Baseball opened a new complex in June of 2006 in Myrtle Beach, SC. Seven themed baseball fields (five youth and two full sized) have been individually modeled to the dimensions and character of historic parks, including Old Comiskey, Forbes Field, Ebbets Field and The Polo Grounds.

The Ripken Baseball Experience in Myrtle Beach, SC gives new meaning to the terms "fun, baseball and the beach." Now families can enjoy baseball and summer vacation all at the same time! The best of both worlds is at your fingertips at the Ripken Baseball Experience in Myrtle Beach. Imagine being able to take a relaxing vacation while your child competes at the finest baseball tournament facility in the nation.

The Ripken Myrtle Beach Experience gives players, coaches, and families a unique opportunity to enjoy tournament baseball while visiting a top vacation destination.

Summer Tournaments include:

Six game minimum at this state-of-the-art complex
Teams will stay at the Myrtlewood Villas luxury condominiums
All Access Pass for each team member - unlimited access to mini golf, water parks, Par 3 courses, NASCAR Speed Park & more!
Special Gifts for each player and coach
Breakfast foods to last your team all week

Families are not left out; Myrtle Beach is one of the top destinations for tourism and travel on the East coast. Families can enjoy attractions like water parks, amusement parks, mini-adventure golf, championship golf and accommodations right on the ocean. The Ripken Experience is located in the heart of some of the finest activities that Myrtle Beach has to offer. If you want to enjoy the beach and cool off in the ocean you're only minutes away after the conclusion of a game. If the beach does not tickle your fancy, you can opt for shopping or attractions.

Each week, three age brackets will compete in one of the country's most popular vacation destinations (according to AAA Travel & USA Today). Baseball players will thrive in the spirit of competition while having fun at the beach and enjoying Myrtle Beach's many attractions. So, come to The Ripken Experience Myrtle Beach and enjoy the two things that families love to do the most during the summer - play baseball and vacation at the beach!


YOUTH TOURNAMENTS Official website: www.ripkentournaments.com Toll-free number: 800-486-0850 RIPKEN TOURNAMENTS BACKGROUND Ripken Baseball began hosting youth tournaments in 2003 with just 11 teams. Only 3 years later, Ripken Baseball has grown to become one of the most professional and thorough youth tournament hosts in the country. In 2006, Ripken Tournaments saw over 800 teams from 26 states pass through the Aberdeen and Myrtle Beach complexes. Tournament teams from 9u–16u compete each year from March through November in standard weekend, holiday weekend and week-long tournament formats. ABERDEEN, MD In the past 3 years, what was once a quaint stop off of Interstate 95 has transformed into a destination for children, families and teams to play, learn and cherish the game of baseball. The Ripken Academy consists of a youth-sized version of Oriole Park at Camden Yards- known as Cal Sr.'s Yard- and youth-sized replicas of Wrigley Field, Fenway Park and Memorial Stadium. The Academy also boasts a one-of-a-kind circular training infield, batting cages and a tee/soft-toss area. Tournaments in Aberdeen include: 3 game minimum (weekend tournaments) 4 game minimum (holiday tournaments) Official Nike Baseballs and Certified Umpires Games on Ripken Academy's signature, professional-quality fields Access to the entire complex, including concessions, on-site photography, merchandise venues, batting cages, pitching mounds & more! In 2006, this unique youth baseball destination attracted over 8,500 participants and over 20,000 visitors. The complex continues to grow and improve - "The Warehouse" located at our Oriole Park at Camden Yards opens its doors as a Marriott hotel in December 2006, and our very own “Green Monster” was recently constructed in left field of Fenway Park. MYRTLE BEACH, SC Due to the success of the Aberdeen complex as a tournament destination and the desire to grow the game of baseball worldwide, Ripken Baseball opened a new complex in June of 2006 in Myrtle Beach, SC. Seven themed baseball fields (five youth and two full sized) have been individually modeled to the dimensions and character of historic parks, including Old Comiskey, Forbes Field, Ebbets Field and The Polo Grounds. The Ripken Baseball Experience in Myrtle Beach, SC gives new meaning to the terms "fun, baseball and the beach." Now families can enjoy baseball and summer vacation all at the same time! The best of both worlds is at your fingertips at the Ripken Baseball Experience in Myrtle Beach. Imagine being able to take a relaxing vacation while your child competes at the finest baseball tournament facility in the nation. The Ripken Myrtle Beach Experience gives players, coaches, and families a unique opportunity to enjoy tournament baseball while visiting a top vacation destination. Summer Tournaments include: Six game minimum at this state-of-the-art complex Teams will stay at the Myrtlewood Villas luxury condominiums All Access Pass for each team member - unlimited access to mini golf, water parks, Par 3 courses, NASCAR Speed Park & more! Special Gifts for each player and coach Breakfast foods to last your team all week Families are not left out; Myrtle Beach is one of the top destinations for tourism and travel on the East coast. Families can enjoy attractions like water parks, amusement parks, mini-adventure golf, championship golf and accommodations right on the ocean. The Ripken Experience is located in the heart of some of the finest activities that Myrtle Beach has to offer. If you want to enjoy the beach and cool off in the ocean you're only minutes away after the conclusion of a game. If the beach does not tickle your fancy, you can opt for shopping or attractions. Each week, three age brackets will compete in one of the country's most popular vacation destinations (according to AAA Travel & USA Today). Baseball players will thrive in the spirit of competition while having fun at the beach and enjoying Myrtle Beach's many attractions. So, come to The Ripken Experience Myrtle Beach and enjoy the two things that families love to do the most during the summer - play baseball and vacation at the beach!
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