Orlando Dreamers Step In to Help Maitland Little League After Concession Stand Ransacked

A series of break-ins disrupted the nonprofit league's operations, but the community organization is restocking supplies to keep kids on the field.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 2:41am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a broken lock or damaged concession stand equipment, captured with harsh, direct lighting to create a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic that conceptually represents the disruption to the Maitland Little League's operations.A community rallies to support a youth sports program after a series of break-ins disrupted its operations.Today in Orlando

The concession stand at Maitland Little League was broken into multiple times over one weekend, causing losses for the nonprofit organization that relies on the stand's sales to fund equipment, uniforms, and affordable play for around 150 local kids. In response, the Orlando Dreamers, a group working to bring Major League Baseball to the area, announced it will fully restock the concession stand to ensure the league can continue operating without disruption.

Why it matters

Little League programs play a vital role in providing affordable youth sports opportunities, but they often rely on concession stand revenue to cover essential costs. These break-ins threatened to disrupt the Maitland league's ability to serve local families, until the Orlando Dreamers stepped in to support the community.

The details

Volunteers with Maitland Little League say the concession stand was targeted multiple times, with the first break-in discovered on Saturday morning. Candy, drinks, and other inventory were stolen or scattered, but volunteers cleaned up quickly so games could continue as scheduled. Despite installing new locks, the stand was hit again later that night and once more on Sunday night, leaving the nonprofit organization with repeated losses.

  • The first break-in was discovered on Saturday morning.
  • The stand was hit again later on Saturday night.
  • The stand was hit one more time on Sunday night.

The players

Maitland Little League

A nonprofit youth baseball league that provides affordable play for around 150 local kids in the Maitland, Florida area.

Orlando Dreamers

A community organization working to bring Major League Baseball to the Orlando area, which recently partnered with Maitland Little League as a sponsor.

Andrew Herdliska

The chief marketing officer of the Orlando Dreamers.

Maitland Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the break-ins at the Maitland Little League concession stand.

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What they’re saying

“This is what our initiative is about — showing up for the community and making sure these kids don't miss a moment on the field.”

— Andrew Herdliska, Chief Marketing Officer, Orlando Dreamers

What’s next

City workers are installing a more secure door and reviewing surveillance footage as police investigate the incidents. Anyone with information related to the break-ins is encouraged to contact the Maitland Police Department.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the important role that Little League programs play in providing affordable youth sports opportunities, and how community support can make a difference when these vital organizations face unexpected challenges. The Orlando Dreamers' quick action to restock the concession stand ensures that the Maitland Little League can continue serving local families without disruption.