Let's Play Ball!

Anyone who ventures over the canal and onto Cape Cod during the summertime can easily expect full days at the beach, countless cones of ice cream, multiple rounds of mini-golf, and nights dining on burgers, lobster, and chowder. However, what few realize is that they also have easy access to another summer season past time: baseball.

Cape Cod is the home of the Cape Cod Baseball League, an amateur league that recruits the nation's top college level players. The league gives these young men a chance to practice and play throughout the entire summer, as well as expose them to major league scouts in the hopes of recruitment. Founded in 1885, it is America's most prestigious summer league, consisting of 10 teams with rosters boasting extremely talented athletes.

Yet what is most exciting about the league goes much further than the sport itself. As cheesy as it may sound, the Cape Cod Baseball League helps make dreams come true. Every summer, a handful of players get drafted into the minors, pushing them one step closer to their ultimate goal of becoming professional baseball players. Through this, the league inspires; people of all ages come out game after game to root on their town's team, not only in hopes of a win, but in support of these kids.

And while every team is unique, there is something particularly special about the towns of Yarmouth and Dennis' team, the YD Red Sox. Every year, the Red Sox push beyond the boundaries of their dugout and almost seamlessly unite with their hosting community. From volunteering at events like the Yarmouth Summer Celebration Kick Off, to hosting morning clinics for youth players, YD becomes a part of the town during the summer.

With the 129th season underway, the YD Red Sox are starting to find their rhythm. This team is a promising one, with players from all over the country including Nevada, California, Oregon, and New York. Currently, they hold a record of seven wins, eight losses, and one tie after a tough loss against the Wareham Gatemen last night. But with a home game ahead of them tonight at the beautiful Red Wilson Field, the Sox are hoping for a win to ring in tomorrows holiday.

Overall, it's easy to be a fan for a team as special as YD. This blog is just one more outlet for you to be drawn even farther into this outstanding community. Here, you will be able to go beyond the play by plays. You will get a chance to meet your players, coaches, interns, and fans, as well as learn about special events, view photo galleries from games, and overall become a part of the team.

Thanks for the support and stay tuned!

YDRS