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Royalton Today
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Coaching Runs in the Snyder Family
Brothers Adam and Ryan Snyder continue their family's legacy of teaching and coaching in Royalton, Minnesota.
Apr. 18, 2026 at 8:30am
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The Snyder brothers' lifelong dedication to coaching in Royalton is captured in a cubist, geometric rendering of the sports they love.Royalton TodayThe Snyder family has a long history of teaching and coaching in Royalton, Minnesota. Brothers Adam and Ryan Snyder have both returned to their hometown to continue the family tradition, with Adam as the head baseball coach and Ryan as the head softball coach for the Royals. Growing up around sports and the local community has instilled a deep passion for coaching in the Snyder brothers, who are excited to give back to the programs that shaped their own athletic careers.
Why it matters
The Snyder brothers' commitment to coaching in Royalton highlights the importance of community-based sports programs and the impact that hometown heroes can have on the next generation of athletes. Their story exemplifies how sports can bring a community together and inspire young people to pursue their passions.
The details
Adam Snyder, 37, took over as the Royals' head varsity baseball coach in 2024, following in the footsteps of his father Boyd who coached in Royalton for 38 years. Adam has been playing baseball since the age of 5 and is now the player/manager for the Victory League's Royalton Riverdogs. Meanwhile, his younger brother Ryan, 36, is beginning his 19th season playing for the Riverdogs and has just taken over as the head softball coach for the Royals. Ryan previously coached junior high baseball and basketball while in college, and has also served as an assistant coach for the Royals' football team.
- Adam Snyder became the Royals' head varsity baseball coach in 2024.
- Ryan Snyder is beginning his 19th season playing for the Royalton Riverdogs.
The players
Adam Snyder
The 37-year-old is the head varsity baseball coach for the Royalton Royals and has been playing baseball since the age of 5, including as the player/manager for the Victory League's Royalton Riverdogs.
Ryan Snyder
The 36-year-old is the head softball coach for the Royalton Royals and has been playing baseball since the age of 5, including 19 seasons with the Royalton Riverdogs. He has also coached junior high baseball and basketball, as well as serving as an assistant coach for the Royals' football team.
Boyd Snyder
The father of Adam and Ryan, Boyd Snyder was a teacher and coach in Royalton for 38 years, leaving a lasting legacy in the community.
What they’re saying
“Our dad was a coach and teacher at Royalton, so I've always grown up with it and had all kinds of parental support. It's fun. Being around the guys keeps you younger and my passion for baseball, and sports in general, being part of a team, is a lot of fun. Seeing guys improve throughout a season and the years is rewarding.”
— Adam Snyder, Head Baseball Coach, Royalton Royals
“It's always been kind of a dream come true, I guess. It's always been in the back of my mind to come back and give back to the community. Obviously, I had a great experience here, so I want to provide the same experience for students and athletes. It is special to coach alongside Adam...and it's cool to share that with him.”
— Ryan Snyder, Head Softball Coach, Royalton Royals
What’s next
The Royals' baseball and softball seasons are just getting underway, with both Adam and Ryan Snyder eager to lead their respective teams to success this spring.
The takeaway
The Snyder brothers' dedication to coaching in their hometown of Royalton, Minnesota exemplifies the power of community-based sports programs to inspire the next generation and bring a town together around a shared passion. Their family legacy of teaching and coaching serves as a model for how local leaders can make a lasting impact on their communities.