Zachary Bird, a rising senior at Murrah High School has signed his NLI to attend Southern Miss and play baseball for the nationally ranked Golden Eagles. An RBI participant since he was 14 years old, Bird has worked hard to improve his game and he’s sought out as much competition as possible all over the country to achieve his goals. A [...]
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Zachary Bird signs with Southern Miss
Posted in Clinics, Johnson Field, Mississippi RBI, RBI Regional on November 21, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Multi-event at Tougaloo May 21
Posted in Clinics, Mississippi RBI, Summer League, Tougaloo College on May 12, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
What: 1st summer league registration day and controlled scrimmage. Scrimmage is for 13-18 yrs old only. Where: Tougaloo College baseball field (on campus) When: Saturday, May 21, 10am Who: Jr RBI (8-12 yrs old) and RBI (13-18 yrs old) More details: Summer league signup fee is $10, cash or check. Scrimmage is free of charge.
May 21 Clinic/Reg day/tryout
Posted in Clinics, Mississippi RBI, Tougaloo College on April 27, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
WHAT: Free baseball clinic and registration day for summer league. Fee is $10 for summer league (cash or check) WHO: Anyone age 13-18 interested in playing summer baseball with RBI. WHEN: Saturday, May 21 at 10 a.m. WHERE: Tougaloo College baseball field More details: This event will also feature a tryout for seniors that need exposure. Clinic [...]
Current big leaguers Lindsey, Lewis help RBI
Posted in Clinics, Jackson State University on January 23, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
RBI baseball clinic participants were thrilled to meet two current major league baseball players Saturday at Jackson State University. Several scouts and former big leaguers were also in attendance to run the clinic. Hattiesburg native John Lindsey told his amazing baseball story to the clinic participants. Lindsey, an OF/1B played 16 years in the minor leagues [...]
Free RBI clinic Jan 22
Posted in Clinics, Jackson State University on January 5, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
WHAT: FREE Mississippi RBI Baseball Clinic WHERE: Bob Braddy Field at Jackson State University WHEN: Saturday, January 22 10am-noon WHO: Mississippi baseball players, age 13-18 years old (Jr High/HS) You can get personal training from scouts and pro players before you start your high school season in February. Bring all you teammates! Bring your [...]
2010 in review
Posted in Baseball Without Borders, Battlefield Park, Clinics, Fundraiser, Hinds Community College, Jackson State University, Johnson Field, Jr. RBI, Mississippi RBI, RBI Regional, Summer League, Turkey Trail Run, VA Field on December 26, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
“Unexpected growth” was a term I used often in 2010 when discussing RBI. Year two of MS RBI absolutely exploded in terms of participants in the summer league and interest in the program. A few hi-lites from 2010: * 550+ kids age 8-18 signed up for the summer league. 550!!! * Jan, Feb, Nov clinics. [...]
Clinic and Summer League Signup Day May 29th
Posted in Clinics, Jackson State University, Summer League on April 27, 2010 | 4 Comments »
What: Baseball and Softball Clinic and Summer League Signup Day Where: Jackson State University’s “Bob Braddy” Field When: Saturday May 29, 10am-noon What to bring: Bring any equipment you have if you would like, although MSRBI will provide plenty of bats, balls, etc. Cost: Clinic is FREE, Summer League signup is $10 per player IF [...]
Summer League Sign-up Day
Posted in Clinics, Jackson State University, Summer League on April 21, 2010 | 1 Comment »
Today’s (April 24) canceled sign-up day for the RBI Summer League is now scheduled for TOMORROW (Sunday, April 25) at JSU’s baseball field at 2pm-5pm. I hope the storm didn’t affect you and your family. What: RBI Summer League Sign-Up Day When: Sunday April 25, 2pm-5pm Where: Jackson State University’s “Bob Braddy Field” Who: Boys [...]
Future Stars: Andrewan Owens | WJTV.com
Posted in Clinics, Summer League on January 28, 2010 | 1 Comment »
WJTV Sports Reporter Jason Hurst produced this 5 minute video about Andrewan Owens for a “Future Stars” segment shown Wednesday, January 27. He played summer league ball with RBI in 2009 and it opened the door to play in Puerto Rico next month. Congrats Dre! via Future Stars: Andrewan Owens | WJTV.com.
One year Anniversary of MS RBI
Posted in Clinics, St. Louis, Summer League on January 9, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
What a year! January 10, 2010 is the one year anniversary of Mississippi RBI. Thanks to everyone who volunteered their time during the clinics and summer league it was as successful as a first year program could be. Congrats to the Board of Directors for their leadership. We could not have done it without you! [...]
Tougaloo event postponed but not cancelled
Posted in Clinics, Tougaloo College on December 12, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Because of the rain we have to postpone today’s event at Tougaloo College. We hope to reschedule. Please check back often for updates. -Brian
Art Gardner “MLB Clinic” Dec 12
Posted in Clinics, Tougaloo College on December 2, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The annual clinic at Tougaloo College is scheduled for 9am to noon (not 2pm as the flyer says) Saturday, December 12. Major League Baseball Scout Art Gardner and a host of other scouts and former professional and college players and coaches will be on hand to assist with instruction. This event is open to Jackson area baseball [...]
Rain ends RBI game early
Posted in Clinics, Hinds Community College on November 21, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Rain was in the forecast all week but it stayed away long enough for the Black team to defeat the Gold team in 5 innings Saturday (Nov 21) at Joe Moss Field on the campus of Hinds Community College. Nearly 350 photos from the game courtesy of Heather Emory: http://picasaweb.google.com/J.Brian.Emory/20091121RBINov2109#
Rosters set for Saturday Showdown
Posted in Clinics, Hinds Community College on November 19, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The rosters for Saturday’s Mississippi RBI Senior Boys Division 9-inning exhibition game at Hinds Community College’s Joe Moss Field in Raymond have been announced. The Black team led by manager Art Gardner will face off against manager Don Thomas and the Gold team. Hinds CC Head Coach Sam Temple has graciously offered a first-class facility to the [...]
Scout Day, 9-inning game November 21
Posted in Clinics, Hinds Community College on November 11, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Hinds Community College in Raymond (Hinds County) will host a 9-inning exhibition game for our 15-18 yr old senior boys division Saturday, Nov 21 at noon. MLB Scouts will serve as coaches as well as instructors in a pregame clinic at 11am. The player rosters have been set. Many local church and civic groups have [...]