Recent DR Posts
July 22 – Tyler Baker
I didn’t think it was possible but this trip has been even better than the last time we came to the Dominican. This has been an amazing opportunity to be able hangout with such a good group of dudes, and really share Gods word. We were able to accomplish a lot on...
July 22 – Aidan Rice
This year’s trip to the Dominican Republic was truly an amazing trip. Everyday created memories that I will never forget. The team got so close over the trip and we all gained friendships that are gonna last far past this summer. Going to Hogar del Niño was so much...
July 21 – Bryce Frederick
Through prayer, actions, and the words of the Dominican people, my biggest takeaway from this trip is to take the time to say thank you. The gratefulness, joy, and generosity of the people on this island are truly inspiring. I first want to thank the Lord for...
July 21 – Gavin Troyer
“This summer started off as sort of a bummer for me because I got injured the first game that we played. But, as the summer went on I have realized that me taking a backseat from baseball has been a good thing for me. Getting my mind off baseball was essential for...
Recent News
Purpose Fulfilled: The Kingsmen’s 2023 Dominican Republic Missionary Trip
That’s a wrap. On Saturday, the Kingsmen flew home to America after their 12 day missionary trip in the Dominican Republic. It was long and, at times, exhausting. But if there’s one word that describes this year's Dominican stay, it’s fulfilling. Each member of...
Kingsmen Win 2023 Season Finale Over San Rafael del Yuma, 9-6
On Wednesday morning, the Kingsmen traveled to San Rafael del Yuma for their final game of the 2023 summer season. It’s been a long summer of baseball and missionary work––especially on this year’s trip to the Dominican Republic––and with one final game, the...
Behind Caleb Cox, Kingsmen Win 8-0 Over Buena Vista
On Monday morning, the Kingsmen played their third game in the Dominican Republic against Buena Vista in La Romana. The atmosphere was electric as the team invited their new friends from Orfanto Niños de Cristo and Orfanto Niñas de Cristo to come watch them play....
Kingsmen Appreciating the Little Things One Week into Dominican Trip
A week into their Dominican Republic missionary trip, the Kingsmen are already noticing changes in the way they perceive their everyday lives. “Our bad days are their best days,” says Darrien Whitaker. “I’ve been really keen on that as these people are so happy...
Kingsmen Win 9-1 Over Boca de Chavon
On Friday morning, the Kingsmen traveled to Boca de Chavon to play a local village team made up of players from different age groups. The game, which was played on a field that looked like it belonged in “The Sandlot,” was an opportunity for the boys to be kids...
Kingsmen Win 13-0 Over Paulino Academy
After arriving in the Dominican Republic on Monday and spending the day with Orfanto Niñas de Cristo girls orphanage on Tuesday, the Kignsmen began their play Wednesday morning against Paulino Academy in San Pedro. Paulino Academy is a Dominican baseball...