Good morning coaches,

Registration for the NHSBCA Convention/Clinic and Banquet is now open. We will be recognizing our award winners at the Dec. 4th NHSBCA Hall of Fame and Awards Banquet. We would like to thank Jostens for sponsoring these awards and congratulate the 2026 NHSBCA Coaches of the Year, who will be recognized at the NHSBCA Hall of Fame and Awards Banquet. Join us in celebrating this fantastic accomplishment.

Please check below. We are in Phase II of our hotel availability. The Renaissance Arts and Warehouse Hotel is currently sold out, but below are links to nearby hotels that are within walking distance of the NHSBCA Convention/Clinic.

Here is some testimony from an NHSBCA Member who attended last year's clinic.

"I wanted to reach out to all of you and make sure you were all aware of the NHSBCA convention in New Orleans this December. I have gone the last two years, and I can't recommend it enough. It's a ton of fun, a weekend away from the cold weather in December, a few days off work, and I have learned more from those two trips, which made an immediate impact on what we do as a program, than at any other time in my career. The networking is incredible, and the details I've picked up about different aspects of the game single-handedly won us 2 games in the playoffs this year. It is by far the best convention I have attended for any sport because it is an intimate setting where you get to hear from and talk to other coaches who have the same problems, constraints, and players we do..."

Our Summer Intern, Hannah Zepp, from the University of South Carolina, created a hype video for the NHSBCA National Convention for us on her last day. We certainly thank her for the parting gift and all the hard work she put in this summer. We wish her well in her Sports Marketing major. CLICK HERE to watch.

A general reminder: the NHSBCA Hall of Fame nominations for 2027 are due by October 1st.

NHSBCA Convention Registration 2026

• NHSBCA Dual Member States: Complimentary Registration

AZ, CA, DE, GA, KY, LA, MA, MD, MN, OH, PA, UT:

Use Code: NHSBCA2026 For Your Complimentary Convention/Clinic

• Please Note: The NHSBCA Banquet Is A Paid Event

• Newly Updated Links For Your Convenience
• CONVENTION UPDATE: Phase I of our hotel booking is now sold out. Phase II at the Sheraton New Orleans is now available. Please see below for new links and nearby hotels. There are currently hotel rooms near the Renaissance Arts and Warehouse District Hotel.
• Our second phase of rooms is now available. The Renaissance Arts and Warehouse District hotel is officially sold out. They are not able to release any rooms at this time.
• Phase II of our rooms is at the Sheraton New Orleans. This hotel is approximately a 6-10-minute walk away from the Renaissance Arts and Warehouse District Hotel.

There are many hotels within walking distance of the Renaissance A/W Hotel; however, these hotels are not affiliated with our booking with Marriott Properties. All are within walking distance of the NHSBCA Clinic/Convention/Banquet.

PHASE II of the HOTELS: WALKABLE TO THE NHSBCA Convention

Sheraton New Orleans



Old 77 Hotel

Sonesta Arts District

Holiday Inn Express New Orleans - Arts District By IHG

Hilton

Mercantile Hotel

NHSBCA 2026-2027 Individual Membership

https://omella.com/7evts

NHSBCA 2026 Convention Hotel Registration

PHASE II NOW BOOKING THE SHERATON IN NEW ORLEANS. RENAISSANCE A/W IS SOLD OUT:

https://book.passkey.com/event/51328570/owner/111/home?utm_campaign=301497212

NHSBCA Hall of Fame and Award Winner Banquet Registration 2026

https://omella.com/lhjkb

NHSBCA Vendor Registration for NHSBCA

National Convention

https://omella.com/x3ysp

NHSBCA Convention/Clinic Overview:

We can’t wait to gather in New Orleans to celebrate the remarkable achievements of coaches and grounds crew members at the NHSBCA National Convention, December 3rd-6th.

Day One (12/3) begins at 5 PM with an exclusive roundtable featuring the NHSBCA's newest Hall of Fame Inductees—hear firsthand their stories, insights, and secrets to success. The excitement continues as we welcome 2026 National Championship Coach Doug Rush of Tomball High School, who will share winning strategies and unforgettable moments from the season. Then, mix and mingle at the NHSBCA Vendor Social (7-9 PM) where coaches and vendors connect in a lively, interactive atmosphere—enjoy light appetizers, refreshments, and fresh ideas!

On Friday, December 4th (Day Two), jump-start your morning with coffee sponsored by Turface at 7 AM, then fuel up for a jam-packed clinic schedule starting at 7:30 AM. After a day filled with cutting-edge sessions, innovative coaching techniques, and hands-on demonstrations, prepare to celebrate excellence at the prestigious NHSBCA Hall of Fame and Award Banquet at 6 PM.

Our grand finale on Saturday (Day Three) starts again with Turface-sponsored coffee at 7 AM, leading into a full day of clinics that promise takeaways and inspiring content, and wraps up around 3 PM. Throughout the convention, vendors will showcase the latest products and resources, so you leave with new connections and knowledge to elevate your program. 

Coaches, as your summer baseball needs arise, please check out our NHSBCA sponsors. They continue to support the NHSBCA and all high school baseball across the country by supporting them.

Creative Fundraising Solutions for supporting the NHSBCA and NHSBCA Convention

Onlinedonations for supporting the NHSBCA

FieldTurf for supporting the NHSBCA Turf Field of the Year

Jostens for supporting the NHSBCA Hall of Fame Inductees and Coach of the Year

Thompson Wealth Group for supporting the NHSBCA Hall of Fame Inductees

Turface for supporting the NHSBCA Field of the Year

GameChanger for supporting the NHSBCA

Phoenix Bats for supporting the NHSBCA Coaches Awards

Pitchkount for supporting the NHSBCA and NHSBCA Convention

Sqairz for supporting the NHSBCA and NHSBCA Convention

GoRout for supporting the NHSBCA

Veo for supporting the NHSBCA

Risk Strategies for supporting the NHSBCA

Baseball America for supporting the NHSBCA High School Rankings

Baseball Rules in Black and White for supporting the NHSBCA

Lee County Sports Development for supporting the NHSBCA Convention

CoachTube for supporting the NHSBCA

Andy Powers: Texas Pitching Institute for supporting the NHSBCA

Red Roof Inn for supporting the NHSBCA

Dragon's Lair for supporting the NHSBCA

Best of luck to all in their fall ball season.

Sincerely,

NHSBCA Leadership Team

nhsbca@baseballcoaches.org