Wisconsin Rapids, WI – The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters baseball team has begun their search for dedicated host families for both interns and players for the upcoming 2024 season. As the Rafters prepare for another exciting season of Northwoods League action, they are reaching out to the community to help provide a supportive environment for their talented individuals.

Host families play an integral role in the success of the Rafters organization by offering a nurturing environment for both players and interns who are pursuing their passions in baseball and furthering their sports career. By opening their homes to these young individuals, host families provide guidance, support, and a sense of community throughout the season.

“We deeply appreciate the support we receive from the Wisconsin Rapids community each year,” said Tyler Miller, Assistant General Manager of the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters. “Host families are the backbone of our organization, and we are grateful for their willingness to welcome our players and interns into their homes.”

Becoming a host family for the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters offers numerous benefits, including the opportunity to form lasting relationships with individuals, complimentary season tickets, and exclusive access to team events and activities.

Host families are asked to provide a private bedroom, access to bathroom and laundry facilities, and basic meals for their assigned individual.

Individuals or families interested in becoming host families for the 2024 season are encouraged to contact the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters front office at (715) 424-5400 or click here for more information and to complete an application.

Join the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters in making a difference in the lives of young athletes and sports management professionals and become a host family today!

About Rafters
The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters are a member of the finest developmental league for elite college baseball players, the Northwoods League. The Northwoods League is the proven leader in the development of elite college baseball players. Now in its 30th season, the Northwoods League is the largest organized baseball league in the world with 24 teams, drawing significantly more fans, in a friendly ballpark experience, than any league of its kind. A valuable training ground for coaches, umpires, and front office staff, over 325 Northwoods League players have advanced to Major League Baseball, including three-time All-Star and 2016 Roberto Clemente Award winner Curtis Granderson, three-time Cy Young Award winner and World Series Champion Max Scherzer (NYM), two-time World Series Champions Ben Zobrist and Brandon Crawford (SFG) and World Series Champion Chris Sale (BOS). As well as 2019 Rookie of the Year and 2019/2021 Home Run Derby Champion Pete Alonso (NYM) and 2021 All-Star, MLB Gold Glove winner and 2019 Second Team All-MLB shortstop Marcus Semien (TEX). All league games are viewable live via the Northwoods League website. League games are viewable live at watchnwl.com and on ESPN+. For more information, visit www.raftersbaseball.com or download the new Northwoods League Mobile App on the Apple App Store or on Google Play and set the Rafters as your favorite team.