Baseball

Mudsock Youth Baseball Rec+ (Fishers Rails) Baseball Spring 2026.
The league will form teams at 8U, 10U (9- and 10-year-olds), and 12U (11-and 12-year-olds). This is a great program for rec families who are interested in Travel Baseball, but the cost and/or time commitment are a barrier to making the transition. The Rec+ program could also be a good fit for families who want a taste of what Travel Baseball is like, without having to make the full commitment. If your child is ready for a higher level of competition than traditional Rec baseball, and also interested in playing additional games, Rec+ might just be what you have been looking for. 

What is Fishers Rails?
Rails is an extension of the regular Rec season. There will be additional practices during the Rec season, and teams will play in three to four tournaments (approximately 12 games) after the Rec season concludes. As this is a more competitive program with limited space, we will hold tryouts to determine the makeup of the teams. 

Do I need to be signed up for Rec to tryout for Rails?
Yes, registration is currently open at myathletics.com. Players will pay a $50 non-refundable try out fee. Please note, you must be registered to play Rec spring baseball to try out for Rec+.

Current Tryout Times and Locations (Billericay Park)

8U
Tuesday, May 19
7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location Change only for 8U: Precision Field House at Finch Creek
16289 Boden Road, Noblesville
Please visit the check-in table outside Quad 1 before beginning tryouts.

10U
Friday, May 15
7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Field 4

12U
Tuesday, May 26
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Field 1

Tentative Tournament Schedule
We anticipate tournament weekends being:

• June 26 – June 28
• July 3 – July 5
• July 10 – July 12
• July 17 – July 19

These dates are based on current tournament availability and will be finalized once teams are formed. While it is possible a tournament could be added July 24 – July 26, that is considered unlikely at this time.

Practices
Your child’s Rec season and Rec team commitments will always take priority over Rails. To help support that balance, Rails practices will initially be held on Sundays. Practice times and field assignments will be determined by each coach.Tournaments will not begin until after the Rec season concludes. Once tournament play begins, practices will shift to one weeknight per week at Billericay, with details again determined by each coaching staff.

Coaching Staff

8U
Chris Locke (Head Coach)
Patrick Morgan (Assistant Coach)

10U
Kevin Hammond (Head Coach)
Nick Biersdorf (Assistant Coach)

12U
Nik Schwitzer (Head Coach)
Tim Johnson (Assistant Coach)

How much will it cost?
There will be a $50 non-refundable tryout fee. For those placed on a team, the program fee is $350. 

How do I register for tryouts?
Login to your account at myathletics.com. You must already be registered to play spring baseball for 2026 to register for Rec+ tryouts. 

The league provides an opportunity for players to transition into their new age group prior to the upcoming 2027 spring league. Each division will play approximately 10-12 games and a season ending tournament. The format will be similar to the spring, but play will be more limited in frequency. 

Registration Fees
Open fall registration will be held during the month of May 2026. Registration will be accepted online at myathletics.com. Fall fees will be as follows:
• $130: 7U – 15U

Fall 2026 Divisions
Our recreation league has adopted the rule that we will separate our kids by age. Exceptions will be made for those players wishing to play with players in their grade. To submit a player waiver, please click here.
(7U) 5/1/2019 – 7/30/2020 (formerly 1st)
(8U) 5/1/2018 – 7/30/2019 (formerly 2nd)
(9U) 5/1/2017 – 7/30/2018 (formerly 3rd)
(10U) 5/1/2016 – 7/30/2017 (formerly 4th)
(12U) 5/1/2014 – 7/30/2016 (formerly 5th/6th)
(15U) 5/1/2011 – 7/30/2014 (formerly 7th/8th/9th)

League Practices
Optional practices may be offered once a week, M-F, at a local field within the HSE School District. Weather conditions and/or scheduling issues may affect this throughout the season. It is recommended your child attend as many practices as possible to get the full experience of the season.

Equipment Overview

 Each team will be given an assortment of equipment including bats, balls, helmets, and catcher equipment suitable for the age group your participant is in. Gloves should be purchased by the parent/guardian as they are not provided. Players who use their own bats must follow league bat guidelines: Effective Spring 2021 ALL players in the 12U division and younger MUST use USA certified bats for rec play. USSSA bats are not permitted in those divisions. A link to approved bats can be found here usabat.com.

For fall ball, players in the 15U division may use either USA Baseball, BBCOR, or wood bats. Additionally, NO METAL CLEATS are allowed on the pitching mounds at Billericay Park, Holland Park, or Hatcher Field.

Uniform Pieces

Each child will receive a team shirt, hat, and socks. Sizing is generally done in the beginning of the season when teams first meet. Other uniform equipment such as cleats, batting gloves, undershirt chest protectors and pants should be purchased separately by parent/guardian (color of pants will be communicated when team assignments are made). The league recommends purchasing white and gray and then returning whichever color your team doesn’t select.

What age groups does Express have?
Express: 7U, 8U, 9U, 10U, 11U & 12U. 
Fishers High School and HSE High School have their own travel teams at 13U & 14U.
The Fishers High School (13U and 14U teams) remain under Mudsock Youth Baseball. 

What group does my child fit into?
Express follows the USSSA Rules for age requirements. Please see the link below to check what age group your child falls under: https://v10.usssa.com/baseball/AgeCalculator/

How many teams are typically in each age group?
We usually have 1-2 teams at 7U & 8U. Then 2-3 teams at 9U, 10U, 11U & 12U. We will form as many teams as we are able, while ensuring each team has enough pitching and catching to remain competitive.

What is a typical schedule?
Winter workouts start in January and run through mid-March. These are held once per week at MOJO UP fieldhouse. Outdoor practices begin as soon as the City of Fishers opens the fields, which is usually towards the end of March. The tournament season typically runs March through early July.  Most teams play an average of 8-10 tournaments during that March-July timeframe. On top of the tournament schedule, most teams typically practice 1-2 times per week. 

What is the typical cost per player?
Typical cost per player is around $700 - $1,000 + uniforms ($200 - $300). Total cost per player will depend on how many tournaments each team participates in and any team fundraising.

Where do most teams travel?
Most of our tournaments are played at Grand Park, Noblesville's Field of Dreams & Yorktown Sports Park. Other popular tournament sites are Center Grove, Zionsville, Whitestown, Bloomington & Columbus. Teams do have the ability to travel out of state, should they choose to do so. We do host (1) tournament at Billericay called 'Battle at the Bill' in late June.

What level do Express teams typically play?
The top (Red) team in each age group typically will register and play in 'AA' or 'AAA' (open) level tournaments. The 2nd team (White) in each age group will typically register and play as 'AA'. The 3rd team will usually play in 'A' or 'AA'. All depending on age and experience of the players. 

Do all players have to live in HSE School District?
All Express players must live in the HSE School District. 

How many players are typically on each team?
Each team typically has 11-12 players.

Are lessons required?
Lessons are not required at any level, however outside pitching/hitting lessons are recommended for pitchers in all age groups. Some teams decide to get a group rate at one of the local training facilities. 

Are there rules on playing time?
There are no rules on playing time. Coaches have discretion in determining playing time and positions. We encourage coaches to keep time as equal as possible while being competitive and developing players in multiple positions.

Click here to download a guide to all MYB fields,
including updated field numbers and directions

Fields Guide

OFFICIAL MUDSOCK YOUTH BASEBALL REC LEAGUE RULES
REVISED AND UPDATED April 2026
(click to download)

5U Rules
6U Rules
8U Rules
10U Rules
12U Rules
14U Rules
High School Rules

FALL 2026 UMPIRE INFORMATION

Umpire training dates:

Note, interested umpires MUST email Cheryl@myathletics.com to receive the training dates, sign up, complete a W-9 and consent form. Thank you! Trainings will take place at the Billericay Board Room (above concessions between field 1-4). 

Are you interested in becoming an umpire for the 2026 Fall Rec Baseball Season? That's great! Here's some basic info: Umpiring is a fun job, but it requires a commitment. You'll get to spend time at the ballpark and make some money! What could be better?

* Minimum age for umpires is 14.

* Must have flexible schedule.
* Must be reliable.

FAQ's

Do I need to purchase my own gear? 
We will have gear you can use but it’s best if you buy your own. $100.00 gets you a full set and based on the pay, you can make it back in a couple of games. At the very least, you will need to purchase a mask. You can share gear but no sharing of masks. 

What is the average pay? 

$40-$50 per game depending on age group. 

What is the time commitment?
You are able to make your own schedule. Games are at 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. during the week and all day on Sunday. You can work as many games as you can handle. Please note, this is a real job and is treated as such. You are responsible for updating your own schedule. If you are not good with commitments or keeping your schedule up-to-date, this may not be for you. 

Do you provide training? 
Yes! We will provide as much training, information and instruction as possible. 

IMPORTANT: You must must read and understand 2022 NFHS (National Federation of State High Schools) as well as any rule adoptions by Mudsock Youth Baseball.

Mudsock Youth Baseball subscribes to the Mudsock Youth Athletics Code of Conduct, as stated below.

Player's Code:
Play the game for the game's sake.
Be generous when you win.
Be graceful when you lose.
Be fair no matter what the cost.
Obey the laws of the game.
Work for the good of your team.
Accept the decisions of the officials with good grace.
Conduct yourself with honor and dignity.

Coach's and Parent's Code:
Children have more need of example than criticism.
Make athletic participation a positive experience.
Attempt to relieve the pressure of competition.
Be kind to your child's coaches and to officials
The opponents are necessary friends.
Applaud good plays by your team and by the opponents
Enter the field of play at request of official or coach only

Spectator's Code:
We will refrain from booing or yelling at officials or entering the field of play at any time during a game because we are aware of the following:
   -Such behavior on our part sets a poor example of sportsmanship.
   -Such behavior reflects negatively on our community, our team and ourselves.
   -Most officials make the correct calls, even though we sometimes see the incident otherwise.
   -Poor calls usually balance out and incorrect calls seldom affect the outcome. Officiating is difficult and none of us is perfect.
During a game we will refrain from yelling at players on either teams because we are aware of the following:
   -They are young people, who, due to limited experience and great enthusiasm, may make mistakes.
   -Encouragement and praise should be made in public; criticism is best made in private.
   -The coach is best equipped to analyze and correct deficiencies in skills. Our attempts to be helpful in this respect may only confuse the 
   player.
During a game we will refrain from being argumentative or using abusive language towards fans and/or players on either team because we are aware of the following:
   -Others are judging us on our actions and words. We will always strive to ensure that the result of this judgement is a verdict of     
   sportsmanship.
   -We will conduct ourselves in such a courteous and restrained manner that if called upon to do so, we could line up in front of the opposing 
   supporters and graciously shake hands in the same manner that the players are expected to do so.
If our team loses, we will demonstrate our ability to cope with the loss in both deed and word, because we are aware of the following:
   -In athletics as in other aspects of life, it is not always possible to win no matter how supreme the effort.
   -When victory eludes us, we must learn to accept it as graciously.
   -It may just be possible that a loss is due to the fact that the opposing team played better.
   -Our players should learn from our reactions to a loss that:
     -We feel they played their best. 
     -There is no shame attached to an honest effort no matter the score, win or lose.
     -There is always something to learn from a loss.
     -There is nothing gained from brooding; players should be encouraged to put the game behind them and look forward to the next 
      opportunity to play.
     -Seeking scapegoats such as biased officials or poor performance is not a mature or healthy reaction to loss.
Whether away from or at the competitive event, our words and actions should convey a philosophy of athletics which includes:
   -The real purpose of competition is to have fun, to be able to participate to improve skills, to learn sportsmanship, to develop a sense of 
   responsibility and self discipline, to develop group loyalty and camaraderie, to learn to compete within established rules, to accept 
   decisions of authorized officials and to develop sound minds and bodies.