Wappingers Falls, N.Y. (May 28, 2026) – The Hudson Valley Renegades, the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, have announced today that nominations for the 2026 Outstanding Student-Athlete Award presented by Heritage Financial Credit Union are now open.
The Outstanding Student-Athlete Award recognizes student-athlete success in our local middle and high schools, Grades 7 through 12. This free, incentive-based program celebrates the accomplishments of student-athletes and recognizes the achievement of each student.
Each participating school is asked to nominate at least one (1) male and one (1) female student-athlete. The following criteria should be taken into consideration:
- GPA
- Academic and athletic achievements
- Exemplary citizenship
- Other extracurricular activities
Outstanding Student-Athlete Award nominations will be accepted from May 26 through June 19. Student-Athlete recognition will take place at the Renegades game on Thursday, July 2 against Wilmington. Detailed information will be shared with recipients and school administrators upon their selection.
Each Outstanding Student-Athlete receives:
- Four (4) complimentary tickets to the game on July 2
- A personalized Outstanding Student-Athlete Award
- Special in-game recognition honoring their achievements
School administrators can register their students by completing the nomination form found here.
For more information or questions regarding the program, please contact the Hudson Valley Renegades at info@hvrenegades.com or by phone at (845) 838-0094.
Single game tickets are available for purchase online at www.hvrenegades.com/tickets, over the phone by calling the Renegades Ticket Office at (845) 838-0094, or in-person at the Ticket Office powering every play by Central Hudson at Heritage Financial Park.
ABOUT THE HUDSON VALLEY RENEGADES
The Hudson Valley Renegades have served as the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees since 2021 and are three-time South Atlantic League North Division Champions. Since 1994, the Renegades have provided the Hudson Valley with affordable, family-friendly entertainment through the game of baseball at Heritage Financial Park, part of the award-winning Dutchess County Parks system. Learn more about hosting your event at the ballpark at www.heritagefinancialpark.com.
Summit Club Memberships and Group Tickets for the 2026 season are on sale now, and may be purchased at www.hvrenegades.com or over the phone by calling (845) 838-0094. Keep up to date on Renegades news by following the team (@HVRenegades) on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok.
ABOUT DIAMOND BASEBALL HOLDINGS
Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH) was formed in 2021 to support, promote and enhance Minor League Baseball Clubs affiliated with Major League Baseball through professional management, best practices, innovation and investment (DiamondBaseballHoldings.com).