Doylestown Tigers Earn Bid to 12U Cal Ripken World Series
The Doylestown Tigers – bound by Brotherhood and a One Team mentality – have earned their spot on an international stage in Branson, Missouri this August
DOYLESTOWN, Pa. — July 23, 2026 — With great excitement, the Doylestown Athletic Association announces that the 12U Doylestown Tigers baseball team have earned a merit-based invitational bid to represent Pennsylvania at the 2026 Cal Ripken World Series in Branson, Missouri, this August. This is one of the highest honors a Cal Ripken team can achieve and recognizes the team as one of the most elite 12U baseball teams nationally and internationally.
The Tigers enter as two-time NE PA State Champions, three-time District 4 Champions, 2022 Cal Ripken Mid-Atlantic Regional Finalist, 2022 World Series Semifinalists and 2024 Cal Ripken Aberdeen Tournament Champions. But the story is as much about the group as the rankings: the same core team of players have competed together for five seasons, building a culture the program calls “One Team, One Brotherhood.”
“Twelve players working together are far stronger than any one or two players could ever be on their own,” said Coach Larry Scheetz. “There are no guarantees in baseball — you can have talent, work hard, and still never earn a spot like this. This opportunity is a reflection of the character, work ethic, and brotherhood these boys have built together. They deserve every bit of it.”
The Tigers will represent both Pennsylvania and Doylestown at the World Series and appreciate the love and support from families, neighbors, and local businesses who have rallied behind the team’s journey. To help the boys and their families get to Missouri, all donations are appreciated:https://givebutter.com/WCdiN8.Please make sure to include ‘12U Branson Bound team’ to make sure it goes to the right place!
ABOUT THE DOYLESTOWN ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
The Doylestown Athletic Association develops young ballplayers in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, emphasizing teamwork, work ethic, and character on and off the field. For more than 50 years DAA has been providing sports opportunities to the youth in our community to develop skills, teamwork, and most importantly, have fun. For interviews, photos, a visit to a practice or send-off access, contact Rebecca Kniesel at 646-831-1669 or rkgems@mac.com.