Secure Your Spot on the Team - Only Approved Players
To finalize your child’s spot, complete the registration form below. The full $795 can be paid in full at time of registration, or a $350 deposit is required at submission to secure their place, with the remaining balance of $445 paid prior to April 15th. ($795 covers the cost of the program: tournament fees, practices, uniform deposits. It does NOT cover travel expenses or lodging. Those costs are incurred by the parents.) 5% multiple sibling discount (to be reflected in final invoice).
Please note: If payments are not made on time, your child will not be able to participate in tournaments until overdue fees are paid in full.
Where We’re Competing
Here’s the proposed schedule for the 2025 season:
Feb. 23rd: YEDA Tryouts
March 9th: Mandatory Parents Meeting
Week of March 3rd: Practices begin
March 29th: One-Day Local
April 4th-6th: Two-Day Bettendorf, Iowa
April 19th: One-Day Lafayette, Ind
May 3rd: One-Day Local
May 16th-18th: Fort Wayne, Ind
June 7th: Highland, IN
June 26th-29th: Orlando, Fla
July 12th-13th: Franklin, Ind
July TBD: One-Day
Upcoming Tournament Information
Tournament times will be announced the Thursday before each event. Once received, we will post the information below. Please be patient. At times, we don't receive the information until after 5pm.
Battle of the Ballers
April 5-6, 2025
Saturday Schedule Below. Sunday Schedule is Based on Saturday Wins/Losses. Coaches will Provide Sunday Schedules as Received!
5/6th Grade Coach Marcus
12:00pm Saturday - Court 4
2:00pm Saturday - Court 4
Sundays Games TBD
8th Grade Coach Price
6:00pm Saturday Court 3
7:00pm Saturday Court 2
Sunday Games TBD
9/10th Grade Coach Marcus
1:00pm Saturday Court 4
5:00pm Saturday Court 1
Sunday Games TBD
7th Grade Coach Carl
1:00pm Saturday Court 1
3:00pm Saturday Court 3
Sunday Games TBD
9th Grade Coach Dre
3:00pm Saturday Court 4
6:00pm Saturday Court 1
Sunday Games TBD
10th Grade Coach Greg
1:00pm Saturday Court 3
5:00pm Saturday Court 3
Sunday Games TBD
Practice Schedule
Below you'll find the team practice schedule. Reach out to your coach with any questions.
Team 5/6th Grade
Coach Marcus
At Glenwood Academy, Door E, 500 W 187th Street, Glenwood, IL
Tues and Thurs 6:00pm-7:30pm
Team 9th Grade
Coach Dre
At Michelle Obama Rec Center, 215 Wilson St. Park Forest, IL
Tues & Thurs 7:30pm-9:00pm
Team 7th Grade
Coach Carl & Sampson
At Michelle Obama Rec Center, 215 Wilson St. Park Forest, IL
Tues & Thurs 6:00pm-7:30pm
Team 9/10th Grade
Coach Marcus
At Glenwood Academy, Door E, 500 W 187th Street, Glenwood, IL
Tues and Thurs 7:30pm-9:00pm
Team 8th Grade
Coach Price
At Mother Teresa Catholic Academy, 24201 Kings Rd, Crete
Tues & Thurs 7:30-9:00pm
Team 10/11th Grade
Coach Greg
At Mother Teresa Catholic Academy, 24201 Kings Rd, Crete
Tues & Thurs 6:00-7:30pm
Please ensure timely drop off & pick up. Notify your coach if your child will not be at practice.
Fundraise with Give Lively
Why Fundraising is Essential
Fundraising is a valuable opportunity for parents to recoup some of the expenses incurred throughout the travel ball season, such as program fees and travel costs. Fundraising also ensures we can keep our program fees economical for parents while covering the essential costs of operating a travel ball team. Every dollar counts toward maintaining affordability for our players.
Support for Parents: 80% of all funds raised by each player will be reimbursed to parents at the end of the season for costs incurred during the travel ball season, such as lodging and program fees.
Support for YEDA: 20% of all funds raised will go directly to YEDA to help cover the essential costs of operating a travel ball team, keeping program fees affordable for all participating families.
Fundraising Goal: The suggested goal per player is $1,000, but there is no limit—raising more money means a higher reimbursement at the end of the season.
Reimbursements: Fundraising ends July 15. Reimbursement checks will be issued on Aug 1, with deductions for unpaid fees, unreturned uniforms, and Givelively platform costs.
Important Note: Parents are still responsible for paying all program fees when due, and upfront travel costs during the season.
How Give Lively Works:
Create Your Page: Click button below to visit YEDA fundraiser main page. Click "Set Up a Fundraiser" below the image on that page to create a page for your child. You will create a login and profile for your child.
Share the Link: Share your fundraiser via email, social media, and word of mouth.
Encourage Donations: Stay active by updating supporters and thanking donors.
Special Incentive
If 50% of players meet their $1,000 goal, YEDA will host a free end-of-season party as a thank-you for your efforts! Your participation helps us provide an affordable, rewarding program for all players. Let’s make this a successful season together!
Where to Stay
We’ve partnered with hotels for discounted rates. Use the links below to book your accommodations:
May 16th-18th:
Homewood Suites - Fort Wayne, Indiana (Rooms $115-$130/night)
*Update- Secondary Hotel with Double Beds: Click here to book
Please book early to secure your room. More hotel information will be provided as secured.
Stay Connected with GroupMe
For seamless communication, we’ll use the GroupMe app for team updates and announcements. The link below will connect you to the league-wide announcements group. Team groups will be set up once teams are established.
How to Join:
Download the GroupMe app.
Tournament updates and reminders will be shared through this app.
Submit Your Final Payment
If you paid the required $350 at time of registration, the remainder balance is $445 and can be paid using the form below. If you paid the full $795 at registration, no further payments are required. If you are unsure, please email contact@youtheducationdevelopment.com to inquire.
