The Texas Wiffle Ball League returned to Bells for its annual All-Star Game, hosting the event at Home Run Ranch. The gathering attracted attendees of various ages for an evening centered on the sport, alongside food vendors and treats. Bells is located approximately 12 miles southeast of Denison.
Prior to the main competition, the league organized a clinic for local children. Participants had the opportunity to interact with professional players and receive instruction on hitting and pitching techniques. Gage West, the league commissioner, described the session as a way to provide young fans with a professional-level experience. He noted that the organization aims to accommodate whatever skills the children wish to practice during the visit.
West stated that the All-Star Game has been held at the ranch for the past four years, establishing it as a recurring summer tradition. He emphasized that the event allows the league to connect with the community and meet local youth.
The professional portion of the evening began at 7 p.m. on Wednesday. Players took the field with the goal of hitting home runs. Stephen Newton, the owner of Home Run Ranch, explained that the facility was originally constructed to serve the ranch’s student ministry, which holds services on Sunday nights. The field was intended to provide a recreational activity for that group.
The venue gained broader recognition after receiving viral attention last year. Newton reported that the ranch now accommodates between 40 and 50 groups each month. These visitors have included notable entities such as Dude Perfect and the Savannah Bananas. Despite the variety of high-profile guests, Newton indicated that the Wiffle Ball All-Star Game remains a particularly valued event for the ranch.
