BNBA In-Town Baseball Program

BNBA has provided organized affordable baseball to Bloomington-Normal for over 50 years. Formerly known as American Junior Baseball and American Legion Baseball, the BNBA provides both recreational (In-Town) and competitive (Travel) teams for players ages 5 through 18 and typically accommodates 1,000 players each season. Registration fees for In-Town players range from $80 to $145 based on the league.  Registration fees provide uniforms, equipment, umpires, program operations and supplemental insurance for players.  The In-Town program provides for the largest number of players and includes six leagues as follow:

• T-Ball / Ages 5-6
• Rookie League / Ages 7-8
• American League / Ages 9-10
• National League / Ages 11-12
• Major League / Ages 13-14
• High School Division / Ages 15-18

The season begins in late May and concludes in late July. Teams are scheduled 2-3 games per week including a season end tournament for players in the National and Major leagues.  Rainouts are attempted to be rescheduled as field availability allows.  Weekday games begin at 5:30 or 7:45 pm, and Saturday game times vary from 11 am to 3 pm.  The In-Town program does not play Sunday games.  The BNBA relies on volunteer coaches who are asked to promote the fundamentals of the game, equitable playing time and sportsmanship.  The goal in this division is to provide a positive baseball experience for players and fans.

Bloomington Normal Baseball Association Mission

As a not-for-profit organization the mission of the BNBA is to provide an organized affordable baseball program for players ages five to eighteen in the Bloomington – Normal area. This is accomplished through divisions that offer differing levels of play based on player skills, financial commitment or ability, and game competition. BNBA strives to provide every player an opportunity to play baseball regardless of their skill level, financial ability, and where it will not compromise the safety or wellbeing of the player.

The management of costs associated with operating the program is accomplished through participation fees, private sponsorships, facility access through local communities, schools and business, and with the assistance of volunteers that include board members, coaches, parents, and players associated with the program.

The end goal of the organization is to provide each player the opportunity to enhance their baseball skills and knowledge, instill sportsmanship and respect, establish lasting friendships, and that the overall BNBA experience will be a positive influence a player will carry into all areas of life beyond the baseball field.