About Us

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Who We Are?

In 1953 The Amherst Jaycees in conjunction with Mr. Carl Magnuson formed the Amherst Athletic Association. Mr Magnuson was elected the first President. The first Executive Board consisted of 4 elected officers and 10 appointed members. The Initial A.A.A. started that same year, 1953, with 8 teams and a total of 120 boys.  One age group was boys 8-12 and the other was boys 13-15 years in age. The following year, in 1954, the league expanded to 180 boys. As the popularity and success of the program continued, girls softball and the Rainbow League were added, the "older" boys leagues were expanded and in 1986 Tee Ball was added. The largest participation year was in 1995 with 1193 boys and girls particpating. 

It’s an experience that connects generations. With every season, we continue to grow stronger, inspire new talent, and create lasting memories for our community.

Thank you to all of the past and present volunteers over the last 70+ years!

  • Carl Magnuson
  • George Taylor
  • Bob Lauer
  • Harold Ransome
  • Anthony DePaola
  • Arthur Schmidt
  • Paul Marshall
  • David Taylor (2nd)
  • David Taylor (3rd)
  • Chuck Winiarski
  • Jake Kucbel
  • Ben Butkowski (Current)


  • Al King
  • Dick Sevits
  • Bill Wilhelm
  • Paul Fritz
  • David Taylor (1st)
  • Jerry Moore
  • Lenny Doyle (1st)
  • Lenny Doyle (2nd)
  • Steve Morris
  • Andy Dever
  • Tom Anderson


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Our Mission

 Amherst Athletic Association, Incorporated is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote, develop, supervise, and voluntarily assist in all lawful ways, the interest of those who will participate in the Amherst Athletic Association program(s). Through proper guidance and exemplary leadership, the Amherst Athletic Association program assists children and coaches alike in developing the qualities of citizenship, discipline, teamwork and physical well-being. By espousing the virtues of character, courage, integrity, and teamwork the Amherst Athletic Association shall be designed to develop superior sportsmanship, athletic ability, and citizenship. Our Core Values will be present with every aspect of our governance and will stand as the Primary Pillars for success of the Association, our children and the enjoyment of Baseball/Softball.

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Our Values

Character. Courage. Integrity.

These values guide us both on and off the field.