Illinois Hawks Baseball - 13U Chlebanowski

Fresh off a Championship in Myrtle Beach, the Illinois Hawks are looking ahead to the 2027 season.

It’s hard to believe we’re already talking about tryouts with two tournaments still left on this year’s schedule, but the success of this group has created a lot of excitement about what’s next.

This season has been a testament to what can happen when players buy in, trust the process, and commit to getting better every day. From battling through adversity to bringing home a Championship in Myrtle Beach, these players have proven that hard work pays off.

Now we’re looking to add the next group of players ready to compete, develop, and help continue building something special.

We’re looking for players who love the game, are willing to work, and want to be part of a competitive program focused on player development, team culture, and winning baseball.

If bringing home championships, competing against quality competition, and being part of a team-first environment sounds like something you’re looking for, we encourage you to come see what the Hawks are all about.

The trophy from Myrtle Beach is coming home with us.

Who wants to help bring home the next one?

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🏆🦅 MISSION ACCOMPLISHED! 🦅🏆

The Hawks are heading home from Myrtle Beach with a 1st Place Championship Trophy! 🏆⚾️

This group of boys played outstanding baseball all week long and when it mattered most, they took care of business. The championship is something they earned through hard work, determination, and competing for each other every single game.

But this trip was about so much more than baseball.

Over the last week, memories were made that will last a lifetime. From beach days and pool battles, to team dinners, Hawaiian shirts, smoked meats, opening ceremonies, and everything in between, these boys grew closer as teammates and friends.

Tonight, we’ll celebrate the championship the right way, together at the beach and pool with our Hawks family.

Thank you to all the parents, siblings, coaches, and supporters who helped make this trip possible. What a week. What a team. What a memory.

Myrtle Beach: Invaded. Championship: Won. Mission: Accomplished. 🦅🌴⚾️🏆

The Ripken Experience Myrtle Beach

This is it...this is what we came down here for. T minus 45 minutes until game time! First pitch 12:45pm!

🦅🏆 CHAMPIONSHIP BOUND! 🏆🦅

The Hawks are headed to the Championship Game… in Myrtle Beach!

The boys battled through two hard-fought games today and earned their spot. Every player contributed, every player competed, and every player left it all on the field.

Now there’s one game left.

These boys didn’t come all this way just to play on the beach. They came to compete, and they’ve put themselves in position to play for a championship.

Tomorrow at 11:30 AM, we take the field one more time with a chance to bring home some hardware.

The job isn’t finished, but the opportunity is there.

One more game. One more fight. One more chance to leave Myrtle Beach as champions.

Let’s go Hawks! 🦅⚾️🔥

Heading to semi-finals in Myrtle Beach!

🦅⚾️ Today we competed, and at the end of the day, that’s all we can ask from these players.

Both pool play games came down to the final inning and final outs. We battled from start to finish and kept both teams on their toes the entire game.

Not only were they great baseball games, but they were valuable learning experiences. The boys got a firsthand look at what it takes to compete at the next level. Talent matters, but so does mental toughness. The chirping, the pressure, the big moments—it’s all part of the game.

What impressed us most was how our players responded. They didn’t back down. They answered with quality at-bats, big defensive plays, and relentless effort. More than once, they turned a loud dugout quiet.

We’re continuing to learn, grow, and prepare for what’s ahead.

Bracket play is right around the corner, and one thing is certain…

The Hawks are coming to compete. 🦅🔥⚾️

🦅🌴 WARNING: The following video may contain excessive amounts of dad/mom dancing, questionable rhythm, and memories that will be talked about for years. 🌴🦅

This video is a collection of dance moves, table dancing, dad/mom moves that should probably stay in Myrtle Beach, and a team creating memories that will last far longer than any box score.

The scoreboard won’t remember tonight.

These kids will.

🎥⬇️ Enjoy the highlights from Hawaiian Shirt Night!

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