Historical May 1989 report or notice. Original dates, prices and contacts describe the source period; current availability has not been established.
When I was a child growing up, I eagerly awaited the arrival of spring because it signaled the beginning of the baseball season.
In an attempt to bring that same thrill and sense of excitement to the children and teenagers of St. Louis, Operation Teamwork is recruiting young people between the ages of 5-15 years old to participate in organized baseball and softball leagues. Adult volunteers are also being recruited to supervise and coach the teams. Operation Teamwork is a not-for-profit corporation designed to foster positive experiences for youth through recreational, leisure and educational activities.
The mission of Teamwork is to direct City youth toward constructive activities. Operation Teamwork will fill the extracurricular activity void that many children who live in the City of St. Louis are now experiencing. Young people in our City may not have the same kinds of team or organizational resources that were available to their parents. Operation Teamwork will make those activities available. Teamwork does not run leagues or sponsor teams and tournaments. Rather, operation Teamwork works through organizations already established as providers of recreational and educational activities. Softball and baseball teams organized by Teamwork will be channeled to existing leagues such as the Amateur Softball Association, Royal Knights Athletic Association, Mathew-Dickey Boys Club and Herbert Hoover Boys Club.
It is estimated that 800-1000 City youth will play on baseball and softball teams organized by Teamwork.
The baseball/softball season will begin on June 3, 1989 and end on August 26, 1989. Ball practice will begin in May. Games will be played on Saturdays with one practice held during the week. Ball teams will be organized by neighborhood and the games will be played at local facilities such as churches or schools.
There is no charge to participate.
A critical factor in the success of Operation Teamwork is adult leadership. Adult volunteers must fill the important position of role model in the lives of our youth. Volunteering to coach a ball team is an enjoyable experience, but it also demonstrates a commitment to the youth of today who will become the leaders of tomorrow. Additional information on volunteering or participating in softball and baseball leagues can be obtained by calling Operation Teamwork at 361-0015.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, May 1989.
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