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Clearfield Today
By the People, for the People
Clearfield County Family Hosts Annual Youth Baseball and Softball Equipment Drive
The event aims to provide necessary gear like bats, gloves, and helmets to local kids who may not be able to afford it.
Apr. 7, 2026 at 9:06pm
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A community equipment drive helps ensure local kids can take the field and enjoy the camaraderie of youth baseball and softball.Clearfield TodayA Clearfield County family is hosting its annual youth baseball and softball equipment drive on Saturday, April 11, to provide gear for area players. The event collects and distributes various items, including cleats and other essential gear, to help kids take the field regardless of their financial situation. The drive began after the Lansberry family noticed financial barriers preventing some children from joining local leagues due to the high cost of equipment.
Why it matters
This equipment drive helps ensure that all local children have the opportunity to participate in baseball and softball, regardless of their family's financial situation. It removes a key barrier to entry for these sports and helps maintain interest and participation among the youth in the community.
The details
The Lansberry family started the equipment drive after realizing that some children in the area were unable to join local baseball and softball leagues due to the high cost of necessary gear like bats, gloves, and helmets. The drive collects donated equipment and distributes it to families in need, allowing more kids to take the field. Organizers say the event has evolved into a community tradition that brings kids together and encourages them to spend time outdoors playing sports.
- The equipment drive will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
The players
Tara Lansberry
The organizer of the annual youth baseball and softball equipment drive.
What they’re saying
“We realized there was some kids that wasn't able to join or play that season because they didn't have the equipment or the money necessary. You know, because sometimes it can get expensive. So it all stemmed from there.”
— Tara Lansberry, Organizer
“It's kind of like Christmas, you know, it's exciting for them and exciting for us. So it's rewarding.”
— Tara Lansberry, Organizer
What’s next
The equipment drive will take place this Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Sportsman's Pavilion located within the Clearfield Driving Park.
The takeaway
This annual equipment drive is a heartwarming example of a community coming together to ensure all local children have the opportunity to participate in baseball and softball, regardless of their family's financial situation. By providing necessary gear like bats, gloves, and helmets, the Lansberry family is removing a key barrier to entry and helping maintain interest and participation in these sports among the youth.
