Travel Ball
We recommend that the information that you include on this side of the program be independent to the season. Use the season details on the right (configurable in the dashboard) to include details specific to the season. This text block should just be a short, 2-3 sentence description of your program.
Ages
What aged players are appropriate for this program?
Example: Appropriate players at least 9 years old who have completed at least one year of Learn-to-Play.
When
What time of the year does this program run?
Example: Season begins with tryouts in August and runs until playoffs in February.
Where
Where are practices and games typically held?
Example: Practices and home games are held at the RecPlex. Games may be played across the metro region.
Practices
When are practices and how often are they?
Example: Teams practice 2-3 times per week.
Games
How many games will they play? What days of the week?
Example: Teams will play 20-30 games over the course of the season and will usually fall on the weekends.
Jerseys
Are jerseys provided or are they purchased separately?
Example: Club jerseys are required and may be purchased at TJ Sporting Goods.
Extra Costs
What costs beyond registration fees should be expected?
Example: Expect team managers to collect funds to cover tournament entry fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Summer 2025
What is Travel Ball?
Age-based Rock Ridge team (e.g., 9u, 10u, 11u) playing in 3-4 tournaments per season. - It is in addition to the Minis/Minors/Majors leagues. -
Why should my kid play Travel Ball?
Helps with player development. - Higher level of play than in-house leagues. - Different rules depending on the tournament. - Kids often enjoy it and parents typically ask for more tournaments by season’s end.
Time commitment for Travel Ball?
3-4 tournaments per season, within an hour of Rock Ridge area (e.g., Duluth, Hibbing, Proctor, Cloquet). - Tournaments are on weekends. - Additional games/tournaments only if there's interest.
No weekday games until after regular league season.
1-2 practices per week, rarely on weekends. -
Are there tryouts?
Yes, tryouts are required.
No limit on the number of teams; multiple teams can be formed if needed.
Is there an additional cost?
Yes, about $100 for tournament entry fees. -
Jerseys?
RRYB provides uniforms, but they must be returned at the end of the year.
What if I have to miss a practice or game?
Attendance is encouraged, but understand that conflicts may occur.
Communicate with the coach if missing.
Can I just play Travel Ball?
No, players must be on an in-house RRYB team to be eligible for Travel Ball.
Would I be on 2 teams?
Yes, players will be on both an in-house team and a travel team.