Team UP

Started in 2015, Team UP is a cornerstone program that supports 30 leagues (eleven in DC, 16 in VA and three in MD), more than 1,400 teams, and serves more than 16,000 kids. In the six years of the program not affected by COVID (2015-2019 and 2021), the leagues report that Team UP has collectively saved them more than $1,900,000.

Originally designed to defray costs by providing uniform merchandise, Team UP quickly became a robust, multi-dimensional program offering opportunities that cultivate a passion for baseball. Team UP leagues are members in the program and receive unique benefits. In addition to no-cost merchandise, over the years member leagues have received:

• Personal player visits
• Free ticket game days
• Youth baseball leadership training
• Free coaches and players clinics
• Unique experiences including marching in the World Series parade, mascot visits, free WinterFest attendance, ceremonial first pitches, etc.

Baseball has the unique capacity to unite and Team UP continues to build a shared excitement across the region while creating a diverse and cross-sectional community of youth players.

If your child plays in one of these Team UP member leagues, your family can receive email communication from the Nationals about Team UP membership activities, youth baseball opportunities and tips for your young player.