Moms and Baseball

052: Unofficial Guide to Ballparks of America

August 13, 2021 Diana Stephens & Stephanie Malley with guest Steve Beson Season 1 Episode 52
Moms and Baseball
052: Unofficial Guide to Ballparks of America
Show Notes

In episode 52, we discuss all things about Ballparks of America in Branson, Missouri.

This is your "unofficial" guide to Ballparks of America to help you prepare and make the most out of your time in Branson, MO. We are also joined by a special guest, Steve Beson. Steve stayed with our boys 24-7 in the dorms at Ballparks of America and gave us some insight on his experience.

The tournament we attended was The Show Me Shoot Out Tournament for 13u only in Branson, MO during July 16-22, 2021.

In this episode we discuss:

  • Facilities
  • Tournament dorm life experience
  • Pricing
  • Extra festivities at the ballpark and around Branson
  • Tournament Basics & Scheduling
  • And lots more!


Ballparks of America Essentials not listed  in the “Prep kit” listed online:

  • Laundry bags (extra)
  • Air Freshener
  • Shower caddy
  • Hooks off of bunk bed for wet towels
  • Hangers
  • Fly tape
  • Wiffle ball stuff to play at night
  • Snacks: healthy/high protein
  • “Soft” toilet paper
  • Powder Gatorade mix
  • Gallon water jugs
  • Soft small cooler for parents or water jug 
  • Extra blanket for at night
  • Ice
  • Extra water/gatorade bottles
  • Keurig for coaches


I need to give a shout out to Next Level 13u from Georgia. They complimented me on my Moms and Baseball bag and I told them to listen. We met some great teams, kids and parents at this tournament.

On Deck:
Unofficial Guide to Cal Ripken experience where we will go more in depth with all the ins and outs of that tournament and give our best tips to help you feel  prepared and make the most out of your time in Myrtle Beach.

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