The National Diamond Sports Program for Native Athletes
Strengthening Native Communities, One Swing at a Time
Baseball. Community. Culture.
Native Nations is the first national baseball program built exclusively for Native American athletes. We’re creating pathways for players to compete at every level while staying rooted in who they are as Native athletes.
From grassroots programs to elite competition, we provide the tools and support athletes need to succeed–on and off the field.
Opportunities for Every Player
At Native Nations, we’re all about opening doors:
- For Kids: Programs like Fun at Bat introduce baseball to the youngest players.
- For Rising Stars: Partnerships with leagues like Pony League and Babe Ruth- Cal Ripken Baseball help players get noticed.
- For Elite Athletes: We connect players to college teams, through partnerships in several summer collegiate leagues and even international opportunities.
- For Tribal programs: Facilitating better baseball/ softball programs.
- For Whole Health: Our Home Plates program focuses on nutrition, wellness, and mental health for athletes and their families.
- World Class Development and Resource Platform: Our Tribal Tracker program provides a player profile utilized as a recruiting and development platform.
Representation. Legacy. Impact.
Native Nations is more than a baseball/softball program–it’s a chance to rewrite the narrative for Native athletes. We’re building representation, celebrating culture and inspiring the next generation.
- Thousands of Native athletes engaged.
- Dedicated to sustainable, long term progress within Native communities.
- Partnerships and relationships that open doors to national and international competitions.
- Programs rooted in cultural pride and community values.
Join Us On The Road
Our national tour brings baseball clinics, assessments and important data points for recruitment showcases, as well as health education directly to Native communities. It’s more than training–it’s about connection and community.
About Na7ive Na7ions
At Native Nations, we’re creating opportunities for Indigenous athletes to excel on the national and global stage. Beginning with multiple national teams competing in Babe Ruth-Cal Ripken World Series events, as well as Pony League, we showcase not only their talent and future potential, on and off the field, but also their heritage and pride.
The goal is stepping onto the field, competing at the highest level possible for each young player, while inspiring others by representing their community and culture.
Together, we’re proving that Native athletes belong in the spotlight, sharing their stories, and making history one ball game and one day at a time.
Uniting Tradition And Talent
Building the Future of Native Baseball
Native Nations is a groundbreaking initiative uniting professional expertise, Indigenous culture and grassroots talent to elevate Native athletes onto national and global platforms to achieve individual definitions of success for each athletes.
Mission
To create opportunities for Native youth while fostering cultural pride and community empowerment.
Vision
Establishing Native Nations as a model for Indigenous excellence in baseball and softball, with a supporting pathway to collegiate and professional leagues.
Key Collaborations
Relationships with MLBPA, USA Baseball, Babe Ruth - Cal Ripken, Pony League and leading sports organizations to ensure visibility and opportunity.
Your Path To Big League Opportunities
Can you see yourself playing in a youth World Series events on the big screen? That opportunity is closer than you might think.
We are empowering Indigenous players to dream bigger, train harder and achieve milestones that, perhaps, once felt out of reach. Whether it’s representing your tribe on the national stage or inspiring the next generation, your journey to represent and succeed begins with Native Nations.
Why Na7ive Na7ions?
Within the first year, an estimated reach of 50,000 Native youth engaged through programs such as USA Baseball’s Fun at Bat. We’re creating generational change in every corner of the country.
From the World Baseball Classic to Olympic-level aspirations and other major International tournaments, Native Nations is shaping a future of Indigenous representation in elite sports.
Combining sports, cultural preservation, and community health through initiatives like the Home Plates nutrition program, we’re taking a hands on approach impacting communities on all levels.
Collaborate with professional baseball leaders, national/global sponsors and Tribal communities for mutual growth outcomes.
Stay tuned — Official Na7ive Na7ions National 13U – 16U Tournament brackets will be posted here as soon as they’re finalized.
Tournament Dates:
Friday, July 19 – Sunday, July 20, 2025
Location: Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Scottsdale, AZ
Check back often to see matchups, game times, field locations, and results as the action unfolds!
Want real-time updates? Follow us on @Na7iveNa7ionsBaseball on Instagram and Na7ive Tribal Sport on Facebook and Na7ive Na7ions on Twitter and download the GameChanger app to track scores live and watch live games.
Programs For Every Player
At Native Nations, we’ve built opportunities for ballplayers of all ages to participate in a national program that celebrates skill, culture and unity.
We’re not just building athletes… we’re building leaders.
Youth Programs
Helping young players develop foundational skills and confidence.
Competitive Pathways
Showcase your talent in regional, national and global tournaments and beyond.
National Team Model
Join Native Nations' elite training programs to represent Indigenous athletes on a global stage.