Renegades & HFCU Announce 2026 Youth Field Betterment Recipient

Wappingers Falls, N.Y. (March 26, 2026) – The Hudson Valley Renegades, the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, and Heritage Financial Credit Union, a local Credit Union serving communities in and around the Hudson Valley for over 85 years, have announced today that Town of Poughkeepsie Softball’s Stanley Still Park has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Youth Field Betterment refurbishment.

The program began in 2023 with the mission to award one youth baseball or softball organization with a refurbishment of a field used within their community. Applicants are evaluated on several criteria, including increasing the access of youth participation and improving the quality of youth baseball, and developing life skills of all those who have access to the facility.

“We’re all about showing up for our community, and teaming up with the Hudson Valley Renegades helps us to do just that,” said Chad Beach, Community Development Officer at Heritage Financial Credit Union. “From improving local fields to supporting little leagues, it’s all about giving kids a place to play, grow, and make great memories.”

“We are extremely excited to continue the Youth Field Betterment Program in 2026 with the support of Heritage Financial Credit Union,” said Jessica Levinson, Renegades Manager of Community Relations & Ticket Operations. “This incredible initiative allows us to continue creating lasting, positive change in the lives of young athletes across the Hudson Valley. By selecting Town of Poughkeepsie Softball as this year’s recipient, we’re not just improving a field — we’re providing more children with the opportunity to experience the joy of softball and the valuable lessons that come with it.”

“We are honored to be chosen as this year’s field renovation project and deeply appreciate the Renegades for their dedication to improving local fields and creating opportunities for young athletes across the Hudson Valley,” said Janine Masopust, Board Secretary of the League. “This generous partnership reflects a shared commitment to strengthening our community and investing in the future of our athletes — not only as softball players, but as confident, hardworking individuals. On behalf of our players, families, and volunteers — thank you for believing in our program and helping us build something special for our girls, both on and off the field."

Stanley Still Park (also known as Jackson Road Park) is located on Jackson Road near the Dutchess County Airport. The park has a senior size baseball field, two girls softball fields, a basketball court, a 1/3 mile walking track, a playground, a creekside nature trail and is known as a great place to fish.

The Town of Poughkeepsie Girls Little League Softball (TOPGLLS) program consists of dedicated players, managers, and coaches. They welcome players of all ages and abilities who live or attend school in the Town or City of Poughkeepsie. Players exhibit a willingness to learn, to compete to the best of their ability, and above all, to have fun.

The vision of the softball league is to provide quality coaching, to provide an opportunity for players to reach their full potential, and help them gain an understanding of the game of softball. We do this in an environment that promotes teamwork, dedication, sportsmanship and respect. The goal of TOPGLLS is to create long-lasting memories and friendships, win or lose.

Representatives from the Renegades Front Office and Heritage Financial Credit Union will spend a day this spring refurbishing the field led by Renegades Manager, Field Operations Tanner Puff.

Stanley Still Park represents the first Youth Field Betterment project renovation of a softball field as the program helps support youth baseball and softball programs throughout the Mid-Hudson Valley. It joins Sauter Field at Spratt Park in the Town of Poughkeepsie (2023), and Lee Town Recreational Park, part of East Fishkill Babe Ruth League (2024), and Town of Crawford Park, part of Pine Bush Little League (2025) as recipients of the renovations since the program’s inception.

ABOUT THE HUDSON VALLEY RENEGADES

The Hudson Valley Renegades have served as the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees since 2021 and are three-time South Atlantic League North Division Champions. Since 1994, the Renegades have provided the Hudson Valley with affordable, family-friendly entertainment through the game of baseball at Heritage Financial Park, part of the award-winning Dutchess County Parks system. Learn more about hosting your event at the ballpark at www.heritagefinancialpark.com.

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