Marble Falls youth baseball knocks it out of the park
The Marble Falls Youth Baseball Softball Association 12U squad poses with a photo with their championship rings after winning the Centex Classic Series Recreational All-Star Tournament. Courtesy photo from Marble Falls Youth Baseball Softball Association
The Marble Falls Youth Baseball Softball Association capped a successful summer by sending six teams to the Centex Classic Series Recreational All-Star Tournament, where the organization’s 12U squad captured the Division II championship.
MFYBSA is a nonprofit organization that provides recreational baseball and softball opportunities for local youth, with its All-Star teams competing each summer against recreational programs from across Central Texas.
Marble Falls’ 12U team led the way, battling through the tournament’s elimination bracket after an early loss to win six games in just 30 hours. Along the way, the team erased a 10-0 deficit to rally for an 11-10 victory before claiming the Division II title.
The 10U Gold team also turned in a strong postseason, placing third, while 8U Gold finished fifth, 14U finished seventh, and both the 8U Silver and 10U Silver squads placed ninth.
The accomplishments were recognized during the July 7 Marble Falls City Council meeting, where coaches and association leaders highlighted the dedication of the players, families, volunteers, sponsors, and supporters behind the program.
“We were a legitimate threat to anyone who shared the dirt with us,” parent and coach Jonathon Streit said during the meeting.
Streit said the program’s success went beyond wins and losses, noting the teams reached their fundraising goals and emphasizing the role of the community in supporting the players.
“The wins we experienced on the field were not just won by players, it was won by a community,” Streit said.
MFYBSA board member Austin Shell also recognized the Slayers 8U select team for winning its first championship at the recent Small Town Select tournament after overcoming a challenging start to the season.
MFYBSA Vice President Kevin Soliz said the team’s turnaround reflected the association’s focus on player development, teamwork, and resilience.
“After a challenging start to the season, that group came together through player development, team chemistry, and resilience to finish on top,” Soliz told DailyTrib. “It’s another great example of what can happen when kids are given the opportunity to grow, compete, and never give up.”
Soliz said the association hopes to continue building on the success of the season.
“This has been a tremendous year for baseball in our community, and we’re excited to keep building on that momentum,” Soliz said.
Streit said the association hopes this year’s accomplishments become the expectation rather than the exception.
“The MFYBSA is committed to ensuring this is not just a blip in our youth sports history,” Streit said. “We aim to make this an absolute standard.”