- Whataburger and Texas Rangers Youth Academy partner to celebrate Rising Stars
- Snapshots: 12U Wood Bat Classic presented by Higginbotham and the weather-delayed Winter Softball Classic presented by Higginbotham
- 2026 Fall Training set to begin Sept. 15 at the Texas Rangers Youth Academy
The Texas Rangers celebrated student-athletes from the Texas Rangers Youth Academy and 2026 Whataburger Rising Stars in a pregame ceremony at Globe Life Field on Sept. 3. Each summer, the Whataburger Rising Stars program highlights exceptional Rangers RBI moments from across the Nike RBI season.
The program honors athletes for their performance on and off the field, including their teamwork, sportsmanship and dedication. Players are nominated by their Nike RBI coaches. This year’s 10 winners are:
-Santiago Hernandez
-Maribel Jimenez
-Marianna Lerma
-Renata Medina
-Bryce Mills
-Dani Elle Melendez
-David Contreras
-Camila Rangel
-Michael Reyes
-Jaxon Seawood
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Highlights from the Texas Rangers Youth Academy 12U Wood Bat Classic presented by Higginbotham and Softball Winter Classic presented by Higginbotham
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2026 Fall Training begins Sept. 15
What it is: Youth Academy Fall Training provides athletes with opportunities to continue developing their baseball and softball skills through age group-based training, free of charge to athletes and their families.
When it is: Fall Training will be offered Tuesday through Thursday from Sept. 15 through Oct. 22, with athletes participating according to their age group and sport. Tuesday programming includes 18U Baseball & Softball and 8U Baseball, Wednesday features 15U Baseball and 9U Softball and Thursday includes 12U Baseball & Softball and 10U Baseball.
How to Register: Athletes interested in participating in the 2026 Fall Training session are encouraged to register here.
Education & Buckner International Programming
The Texas Rangers MLB Youth Academy goes beyond baseball and softball programming to benefit our community. With help from our partner Bucker International, the Academy hosts free education and enrichment courses for athletes and their families throughout the year. Register here for all Youth Academy classes.