Stephen Guerra

March 26, 2025

Howdy NBBA Membership,
We’re thrilled to announce that twenty- four teams have registered as affiliated teams of the National Beep Baseball Association for 2025! A special welcome
back to our friends from the Taiwan Homerun and New York Bombers, and a heartfelt welcome to the Caguas Hunters, who are bringing beep baseball to Puerto Rico. Want to see
the full lineup? Check out the 2025 NBBA Affiliated Teams here: View the 2025 NBBA affiliate teams.
We also want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Mindseye staff and NBBA First VP Cassie Hopkins for their incredible flexibility and problem- solving
skills in helping us successfully change the venue for the World Series fields. We understand that this has been a challenge and your support has been
invaluable!

Important Deadlines – June 1, 2025

Mark your calendars! Here’s what’s due by June 1, 2025:

• • Rosters & Membership Dues:

Send team and roster info to Secretary@nbba.org

• Make payments of $21 per rostered member at NBBA.org/donate.

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• Election Nominations:
  Last chance to nominate candidates for First Vice- President, Secretary,
  and five board positions. Email nominations to Elections@nbba.org
• Bylaws or Rules Updates:
  Submit any changes to either the NBBA Bylaws or Rules at:
  Bylaw changes bylaws@nbba.org; Rule proposals to: Rules@nbba.org

Upcoming Events

Though not officially sanctioned by the NBBA, we’re excited to cheer on everyone participating in these fantastic regional events:

• 2025 Viva Las Vegas Beepball Invitational: March 28 & 29, 2025.
• Hitters & Heroes Beep Baseball Tourney ( hosted by the Indy Edge): April 26, 2025.

Stay in the loop by following updates on social media! You can also subscribe to the NBBA Announcements email list by sending an email to: NBBAAnnouncements+subscribe@groups.io
We’ll do our best to share streams or highlights, and we encourage you to spread the word whenever
Beep Baseball is showcased. Here are some key resources:
Visit the So Cal Panthers on Facebook.
Visit Mindseye on Facebook.
Visit the Indy Edge on Facebook.

Thank you for your continued support!

“Action springs not from thought, but from a readiness for responsibility.”
— Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Onward & Forward,
You Get My Best Always,
Richie Flores
President, National Beep Baseball Association

Howdy NBBA Family,
As we continue the season of gratitude, it is my pleasure to share this presidential report with our community. Thanks to the dedication of our membership, our sport has truly become relevant year-round. Happy Holidays to all!

There’s no off-season in beep baseball!

This October, our community came together for two fantastic events. A big thank you to the Tyler Tigers for hosting another successful Texas Shootout, which raised awareness for cancer, blindness, and adaptive sports. We also salute a unique collaboration for the Third All-Stars of Beepball Event in San Antonio, brought to life by the Texas Adaptive Play Initiative, Minds Eye Radio, New View Oklahoma, David Benney, Darnell Booker, and friends. If you haven’t already, check out the photos and streams from October on our Facebook page—don’t forget to like, comment, and share!

NBBA in the Spotlight

The National Beep Baseball Association was featured in the Major League Baseball World Series Program.
view the digital version at the below link:
View the Major League Baseball 2024 World Series Program and the NBBA on page 55.

A Season of Giving

The spirit of giving has been strong this year! We raised over $1,500 during this giving season, thanks to everyone who contributed to our Giving Tuesday campaign and my birthday fundraiser. I encourage everyone to include the NBBA in your social media birthday fundraisers. If you need support, please reach out to the NBBA Pr team at pr@nbba.org

As a reminder, beep baseball is a tax-deductible nonprofit, and donations are easy to make at
NBBA.org/donate.

Fall Board Meeting Updates

Our Fall Board Meeting took place on November 16th, and we covered some exciting developments:
● This year’s World Series was more cost-effective compared to prior years.
● The Tournament Committee is working closely with the host committee to ensure success for 2025’s World Series.
● PR, Outreach, and Membership Engagement Committees have exciting announcements and projects coming soon.
● For 2025, we’ll be using Fonzy Balls.
● Our Spring Board Meeting is scheduled for March 8, 2025.
For more details, you can listen to the full meeting via the link below:
Listen to the November 16, NBBA Fall Board Meeting.

Looking Ahead to 2025

We’re off to an exciting start in the new year:
● On January 25, the Austin Blackhawks will host a friendly scrimmage featuring the Indy Edge and Bayou City Heat—I’m calling it the Three Amigos Beepball Scramble.
● In March, weather permitting, we hope to showcase beep baseball in Saint Charles during our board meeting weekend.
● We’ll close out Q1 with the 2nd Annual Viva Las Beep Baseball Invitational, highlighting two teams of female athletes. This tournament is made possible thanks to the SoCal Beep Baseball Association and Mindseye Radio.
Be sure to follow our social media pages for updates, photos, and livestreams from these exciting events!

“In baseball and in business, there are three types of people: those who make it happen, those who watch it happen, and those who wonder what happened.” – Tommy Lasorda

Onward & Forward,
You Get My Best Always,
Richie Flores
President, National Beep Baseball Association

October 1, 2024.

Dear NBBA Membership,
During the board meeting on August 10, 2024, following the World Series, I shared my intention to provide regular updates to the membership. I’m pleased to present my first Presidential Report as we begin planning for the 2025 World Series.

NBBA Committees

We have identified fourteen committees to support our journey to Saint Charles in 2025. Information about these committees, their leadership, responsibilities, and ways to get involved can be found on our website. Each committee will be meeting to discuss their projects ahead of the Fall Board Meeting on November 16, 2024.
View the list of NBBA Committees.

Major League Baseball World Series Program Feature

The Board has approved funding for a full-page feature on Beep Baseball in the 2024 Major League Baseball World Series Program at a discounted rate. The Public Relations Committee has created a new brochure to maintain brand consistency, and fundraising efforts will address this expense. This feature will be available at both team ballparks throughout the World Series and online.

Statistical Research and Development

Our Statistical Research and Development Committee is currently engaging with three sports technology platforms to enhance membership administration, track historical statistics, and improve electronic scorekeeping. We are actively reviewing costs and accessibility options. Platforms considered include:

• Sport:80
• Techopolis Online Solutions
• FUTPlayerCards

Recent Press Release

NBBA Public Relations recently released a statement congratulating the Fire and the Archers on their outstanding performances during the World Series.
Read the full World Champions Press Release.

White Cane Safety Day

On October 15, please join us in raising awareness for White Cane Safety Day by sharing the significance of the white cane with your communities. Together, we can enhance understanding and promote outreach.
Learn more about White Cane Awareness.

Upcoming Events

While not officially sanctioned by the NBBA, we extend our best wishes to everyone participating in the Texas Shootout in Tyler and the 2024 Beep Baseball All-Star event sponsored by TAPI Sports. To stay informed about these events, please monitor various social media platforms. NBBA will strive to share updates, and we encourage you to do the same whenever Beep Baseball is streamed.
Tyler Tigers on Facebook.
TAPI Sports.

Thank you for your continued support!
“Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.”
— Ralph Waldo Emerson

Onward & forward,
You Get My Best Always,
Richie Flores
President, National Beep Baseball Association

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE.

Philly Fire Crowned 2024 NBBA Beep Baseball World Series Champions; Gateway Archers Achieve Impressive Runner-Up Finish.

St. Charles, Missouri – July 28, 2024 – The 2024 National Beep Baseball Association (NBBA) World Series concluded with an unforgettable championship game, where the BSO Philly Fire claimed the championship title, defeating the Gateway Archers 14-10. The tournament brought together 20 teams from across the United States, showcasing the best in competitive beep baseball.

The Philly Fire, who remained undefeated throughout the tournament, displayed exceptional skill and determination, securing their spot as the 2024 champions. Despite their loss in the final, the Gateway Archers made a remarkable leap from their 9th-place finish in 2023 to claim 2nd place this year. The Archers’ battled their way through the week to reach the championship game, making their community proud with their resilience and team spirit.

The NBBA was honored to have Multi-Gold Medal Olympian Jacqueline Joyner and World Series Champion Bengie Molina join us to throw ceremonial first pitches, and both spent time visiting with our athletes, inspiring everyone with their support.
The NBBA is proud to return to St. Charles for the 2025 World Series, continuing the tradition of competitive beep baseball in this welcoming community.

The event, hosted at the SLYSA Complex in St. Charles, Missouri, saw more than 20 teams participate, including the Austin Blackhawks, Indy Thunder, and Sirens, among others. The week-long series celebrated the inclusivity and competitive nature of beep baseball, with teams composed of blind and visually impaired athletes from across the nation.

The NBBA thanks all volunteers, sponsors, and participants who made the 2024 World Series possible, including primary sponsors: Mindseye Radio, Lighthouse for the Blind – St. Louis, and the St. Louis Cardinals.
For more information about beep baseball and the NBBA, please visit:
www.nbba.org.

National Beep Baseball Association
Public Relations Contact:
Second Vice President, David Benney
pr@nbba.org 
866.400.4551, Option 5