How to Find a Youth Baseball Team in Saint Louis, Missouri

St. Louis, Missouri is home to a variety of amateur baseball teams, several of which are geared toward youth. No matter what your child's ability, there is certainly a team for him. St. Louis organizations offer teams for casual play and once- or twice-weekly practices and there are teams that compete with other teams on a regional or national level. Your child is sure to find his niche somewhere within St. Louis' leagues.

Instructions

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      Contact your child's school to see if they recommend an organization or if there is a baseball team that is an extension of his school.

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      Call the St. Louis YMCA. With several locations and age-appropriate baseball teams, the YMCA is a perfect way for children to explore their interest and develop a stronger interest in the sport as time goes on.

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      Make contact with the Catholic Youth Council in St. Louis. There are baseball teams available for youth ages 6 to18 in a casual, but religious, environment. The league strives to make sports fun and puts less of an emphasis on competition, but it is a great way for kids and teens to make friends while getting some exercise.

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      Talk with the St. Louis Amateur Baseball Association (SLABA) if your child is at least 12 years old and interested in a more competitive form of baseball. This league puts more emphasis on competition and skill development.