West Fargo Baseball – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who is West Fargo Baseball?
West Fargo Baseball is a youth baseball organization serving athletes ages 5–18. Our mission is to organize, develop, and maintain the highest-quality baseball programs possible.
We are committed to providing a fun, safe, and positive environment where athletes can learn, develop, and enjoy the game of baseball. Through our programs, we emphasize fundamental skill development while promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, competition, and citizenship.
Registration Information
When does registration open?
Registration typically opens in mid-November each year. Families will receive information and reminders through email, our website (www.westfargobaseball.com), Facebook, and West Fargo Public Schools and West Fargo Park District communications.
Please contact the West Fargo Baseball office with any registration questions or concerns.
When is the registration deadline?
We encourage all families to register before March 1.
Although we continue accepting registrations after March 1, athletes registering after this date may be placed on a waiting list if team rosters are full. We make every effort to accommodate additional registrations but cannot guarantee placement after the deadline.
Important for Travel Baseball: Athletes interested in trying out for a travel team must register by March 1. No registration refunds will be issued once tryouts have begun.
How much does registration cost?
Registration fees vary by age group and program.
5U & 6U: $130
7U & 8U: $260
9U: $340
10U-12U: $360
13U-15U: $380
*RRVL Uniforms will include names on the back of their jerseys this season.
Patriots: $650
Vets/Aces: $600
Rattlers: $550
Spikes: $500
Is there a family discount for multiple athletes?
Yes! West Fargo Baseball offers free summer registration for families with three or more athletes participating in our programs.
The third athlete and any additional athletes beyond that will receive free registration, with the discount applied beginning with the youngest athlete.
This benefit applies to all summer programs, including Red River Valley League, Travel Baseball, and Legion Baseball.
To receive the discount, please go through the registration process and it will be applied upon checkout.
Is financial assistance available?
Yes. West Fargo Baseball is committed to making baseball accessible to families in our community.
Families seeking financial assistance can complete our Financial Assistance Request Form.
A West Fargo Baseball representative will follow up within 1–2 days of receiving the request.
Is fundraising required?
No. West Fargo Baseball does not require families to participate in fundraising.
Can I pay with a credit or debit card?
Yes. Credit and debit cards are accepted through our online registration system. Please note that an additional processing fee will be charged to the payer.
How do I register?
Visit www.westfargobaseball.com.
Select the appropriate registration option under the Red River Valley League or Travel/Legion section of our website.
What is the refund policy?
Refund requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of West Fargo Baseball. To request a refund, please e-mail office@westfargobaseball.com
No refunds will be provided for legion, travel, or league after March 15th.
Medical hardships will be considered as an exception.
Is my athlete guaranteed a spot on a team?
Athletes registered before March 1 are guaranteed a roster spot.
Athletes registering after March 1 may be placed on a waiting list and assigned to teams that have available roster space.
Age Eligibility and Team Placement
Which age chart does West Fargo Baseball use?
West Fargo Baseball recognizes both the Cal Ripken/Babe Ruth and Little League age charts for Red River Valley League participation.
Families may select the age group that best fits their athlete using either chart, subject to the organization's age eligibility guidelines.
Playing Up: Athletes ages 5–7 may participate one age level above their Little League age classification.
Beginning at age 8, athletes must follow the age requirements established by the organizations governing their respective programs.
Families should understand that an athlete who previously played up may need to participate at the 8U level for two consecutive seasons to return to the appropriate age classification.
Please view our age charts page for additional information.
Season Information
When does the baseball season begin and end?
Season dates vary by program.
Red River Valley League (5U–6U): The season typically begins in mid-May and concludes in late July.
Red River Valley League (7U–15U): Practices generally begin during the final week of April, with the season concluding in late July.
Travel Baseball (9U–14U): Games typically begin in late April or early May and continue through late July. Teams qualifying for regional or national tournaments may continue beyond the regular season.
Red River Valley League: Teams generally participate in approximately 20 games against teams from West Fargo, Fargo, Moorhead, and surrounding communities.
Travel and Legion Baseball: Teams typically play approximately 40–55 games throughout the season.
Actual game totals may vary based on schedules, weather, and tournament participation.
Red River Valley League (7U–9U): Teams are provided one field practice per week.
Red River Valley League (10U–15U): Teams are provided one field practice and one batting cage practice per week.
Travel Baseball:
Teams are provided one field practice and one batting cage practice per week.
West Fargo Baseball provides designated practice opportunities, but individual coaches determine their team's final practice schedule.
Families will receive practice details directly from their coach.
What equipment does my athlete need?
Families are responsible for providing the following equipment:
- Baseball glove
- Baseball bat
- Baseball cleats
- Gray baseball pants
- Baseball belt
- Baseball socks
What equipment does West Fargo Baseball provide?
Each Red River Valley League athlete receives a team jersey featuring their sponsor and a West Fargo Baseball hat.
Batting helmets are also provided.
Each team receives an equipment bag containing catcher's gear and a first aid kit, along with practice baseballs and game baseballs.
Families will select their athlete's jersey size during registration.
What if my athlete loses their baseball hat?
Please contact the West Fargo Baseball office at office@westfargobaseball.com for assistance.
West Fargo Baseball Programs
What levels of baseball does West Fargo Baseball offer?
West Fargo Baseball provides opportunities for athletes of varying ages, skill levels, and competitive interests.
Our programs include Red River Valley League Baseball, Little League All-Stars, Travel Baseball, and Legion Baseball.
Red River Valley League Baseball
What is the goal of the Red River Valley League?
The Red River Valley League provides athletes an opportunity to learn, develop, and enjoy baseball in a recreational setting.
Our emphasis is on fundamental skill development, participation, teamwork, and creating a positive experience for every athlete.
Additional rules and program information are available on the Red River Valley League Rules page of our website.
5U–6U Baseball
The 5U–6U program introduces young athletes to baseball through a fun, development-focused environment.
Each session includes approximately 30 minutes of skill instruction and activities, followed by up to 45 minutes of recreational game play.
Games and practices are generally scheduled on Monday and/or Wednesday evenings. Depending on the schedule, teams may participate one or two nights per week.
The program features simplified baseball rules appropriate for beginning players.
Teams are led by volunteer parent coaches who pitch to athletes from a kneeling position and serve as game umpires.
Teams are generally formed based on school attendance, and parent groups are encouraged to identify volunteer coaches if they would like their athletes to play together.
League administrators work to place teams in divisions that provide appropriate competition and development opportunities.
7U–9U Baseball
The 7U–9U program continues to emphasize skill development while introducing athletes to more structured team competition.
Teams generally participate in one weekday practice and two weekday games per week, with games running from early May through late July.
The rules are adapted from Little League baseball and emphasize meaningful playing opportunities for athletes.
Teams are coached by volunteer parents and compete in the Red River Valley League against teams from West Fargo and surrounding communities, requiring minimal travel.
Coaches handle pitching and umpiring at these age levels. The 8U Advanced League transitions to player pitching approximately halfway through the season.
Teams are generally formed with consideration given to school attendance, coaching availability, and appropriate competition levels.
10U–15U Baseball
The 10U–15U program provides a balance of skill development and competitive game opportunities.
Teams generally participate in two weekday practices and two weekday games per week, with games scheduled from early May through late July.
League rules incorporate elements of Little League and Cal Ripken/Babe Ruth baseball while emphasizing player development and meaningful participation.
Teams are coached by volunteer parents and compete against other Red River Valley League teams throughout the surrounding area.
Team placement considers school attendance, coaching availability, and the appropriate competitive level for each team.
Little League All-Stars
What is the Little League All-Star Program?
West Fargo Baseball offers a 12U Little League All-Star team for eligible athletes participating in the Red River Valley League.
The program provides an opportunity for athletes to experience a higher level of competition while maintaining their commitment to recreational league baseball.
Compared to travel baseball, the Little League All-Star program offers a lighter practice and tournament schedule.
How are Little League All-Star players selected?
The 12U Little League All-Star team is selected from eligible athletes participating in the 12U Red River Valley League.
To qualify, athletes must meet Little League age eligibility requirements and participate in the upcoming Red River Valley League season.
Athletes selected for the All-Star team must attend at least 80% of their RRVL team's activities.
Coaches will contact eligible families during the spring to determine interest before selecting the team.
No more than four All-Star athletes may participate on the same RRVL team.
All-Star participants remain eligible to compete with their RRVL teams in Fargo Youth Baseball's End-of-Season NIT Tournament.
What is the time commitment for Little League All-Stars?
The team will participate in additional practices, games, and a limited number of tournaments.
Activities will primarily take place on weekends and will be scheduled to avoid conflicts with regular RRVL practices and games.
Travel Baseball
What is the goal of West Fargo Baseball's Travel Program?
West Fargo Baseball's Travel Program provides athletes with an opportunity to develop their skills and compete at a higher level against select teams from throughout the region.
Our goal is to create a competitive, positive, and development-focused environment that challenges athletes while preparing them for future baseball opportunities.
The program emphasizes individual improvement, teamwork, accountability, and continued enjoyment of the game.
How are travel teams formed?
Travel team rosters are determined through a tryout and evaluation process.
West Fargo Baseball aims to field at least two teams at each age level from 9U through 14U, depending on player participation and coaching availability. Additional teams will be provided depending on registration numbers and coaching resources.
At the 9U level, teams are divided as evenly as possible based on overall talent and ability.
Beginning at 10U, teams are organized using an A/B competitive structure.
Travel baseball concludes at the 14U level, after which athletes transition into the Legion Baseball Program.
What tournaments do travel teams participate in?
Travel teams compete in regular-season games and weekend tournaments throughout North Dakota and the surrounding region.
Teams participate in North Dakota state tournaments and may pursue qualification for Gopher State tournaments in Minnesota.
Tournament participation varies by age group and coaching decisions.
Is playing time guaranteed in travel baseball?
West Fargo Baseball's goal is to provide each travel athlete with a minimum of one-third playing time during regular-season games and regular-season tournaments.
During Gopher State and state tournament competition, playing time is determined at the coach's discretion.
Who is eligible to participate in West Fargo Baseball Travel?
To participate in West Fargo Baseball's Travel Program, athletes must live in West Fargo, reside within the West Fargo Public School District, and/or attend a West Fargo Public School.
Travel Baseball Frequently Asked Questions
What is the philosophy behind the 9U Travel Program?
Our 9U Travel Program is designed to introduce athletes to competitive travel baseball while maintaining a strong emphasis on development.
The goal is to create two evenly matched teams based on evaluations conducted during tryouts at the Scheels Performance Center.
By providing a positive, competitive, and enjoyable experience, we hope to encourage continued participation in baseball and build a strong foundation for our future Legion and high school programs.
How many travel teams will West Fargo Baseball offer?
West Fargo Baseball's goal is to offer at least two travel teams at each age level from 9U through 14U, provided participation numbers and coaching availability support those teams. Additional teams will be provided depending on registration numbers and coaching resources.
What is the financial commitment for travel baseball?
Families should anticipate an additional player fee of approximately $200. This is in addition to the initial WFB fee. This does not include hotels or meals on the road.
Additional expenses may vary depending on the team's tournament schedule and individual equipment needs.
What does my travel registration fee cover?
Travel registration fees help support the following expenses:
- Umpire fees
- Field rentals
- Uniform jerseys and hats
- Batting helmets
- Team catcher's equipment
- Equipment bags and baseballs
- Field maintenance and operational costs
What additional expenses should travel families expect?
Travel teams may collect additional funds to cover expenses beyond standard registration.
These expenses commonly include tournament entry fees, additional uniform items such as pants, undershirts, belts, and socks, and supplemental practice or game equipment.
Teams may also purchase additional baseball bats, training equipment, or other team-related items.
What is the weekly time commitment for travel baseball?
Travel teams are generally provided one field practice and one batting cage practice per week, typically scheduled Monday through Thursday.
Field practices generally last 1.5–2 hours, while batting cage sessions last approximately one hour.
Families should expect approximately three hours of scheduled practice time each week.
Coaches may schedule additional optional practices when field space is available.
Teams may also participate in weekday doubleheaders, which generally last approximately three hours and typically begin between 5:30 and 6:00 PM.
How many games and tournaments will travel teams play?
Travel teams generally participate in approximately 20 regular-season games, many of which are scheduled as doubleheaders.
Teams also typically participate in 6 weekend tournaments, including the state tournament.
Coaches have flexibility in determining their team's schedule based on competitive opportunities, player development, and team needs.
Additional Questions?
For questions about registration, programs, eligibility, or general West Fargo Baseball operations, please contact:
West Fargo Baseball Office
Email:
office@westfargobaseball.com
Website:
www.westfargobaseball.com
