A new collegiate, wood-bat baseball club is coming to Decatur next Summer but they need the help of residents in their newfound home. As the team begins preparations for next season, one key piece to their identity is missing: a name. Now the community is being called to play a role in the shaping of Decatur’s newest franchise. Fans can visit the team’s website to submit their ideas, and the club hopes the final choice will reflect the history and hometown pride had for Decatur.

Alongside the naming effort, the club is opening season-ticket sales for the 2026 inaugural season. Supporters who want to be part of the team’s first year can already reserve their seats, giving early backers a chance to enjoy those same seats, in future seasons. Team representatives say the early ticket launch is designed to build momentum and give residents a sense of ownership as the franchise takes shape.

The organization is also planning a winter event before the first pitch is thrown. A ‘Hot Stove Social’ is set for Thursday, February 5th, 2026, and will feature longtime Chicago Cubs broadcaster Pat Hughes as the evening’s special guest. The Decatur Baseball Club will announce the venue closer to the date, but tickets are already available through the team website, giving fans an early opportunity to be part of the celebration.

More details on the naming campaign, season tickets, and the ‘Hot Stove Social’ can be found at www.decaturbaseball.com.