YBA PLAY is the Washington Nationals Youth Baseball Academy's largest program. YBA PLAY is a high-quality, structured, consistent, and fun developmental baseball/softball opportunity for girls and boys ages 6-12. YBA PLAY offers year-round baseball clinics each MONDAY at the Nats Academy but is highlighted by a free, instructional league between late June and early August at locations in Ward 5, Ward 6, Ward 7 (Nats Academy) and Ward 8. YBA PLAY is focused on growing the game of baseball by minimizing barriers to participation, particularly for low-income communities; YBA PLAY is FREE and provides ALL uniform and equipment needs.

By using modified rules, YBA PLAY is able to make the game more accessible to new players and fun by promoting a faster pace of play, while rewarding effort over skill. YBA PLAY offers open enrollment, year-round.

All YBA PLAY related questions should be directed to Chris.Henderson@nationals.com or Charles.Sperduto@nationals.com.