Our Mission

Our mission is to give everyone an opportunity to be part of a Guinness World Record attempt and receive a Guinness World Record certificate.

Event Day Check-In

Check-in will be open from 8:00 AM until 1:00 PM at the main gate. Volunteers will be there to direct participants where to go.

Each participant will receive a section and number when they sign in. After signing in, participants will be directed to their assigned section. The record attempt begins at 2:00 PM.

Event Location

The event will be held at Rantoul Family Sports Complex, located at 744 Murray Rd, Rantoul, IL 61866. The complex has parking for over 900 vehicles on site. Phone: 217-893-5732.

Amenities include 8 fields, a splash pad, concessions, toilet facilities, food trucks, and more. When traveling to the event, please carpool when possible to help reserve parking and reduce traffic on event day.

What You Need to Know

• Participants must be age 7 or older
• You must bring your own glove
• Baseball or softball only
• No tennis balls, wiffle balls, or substitutes
• You do not need to sign up with a partner ahead of time
• If you do not have a partner, there will be a section for participants who still need to pair up
• Check-in is from 8:00 AM until 1:00 PM
• The record attempt begins at 2:00 PM
• Rain date is Sunday, October 11, 2026

Family-Friendly Event Rules

Political apparel, signs, banners, flags, hats, shirts, or other political display items are not allowed. Anyone bringing or wearing prohibited items may be asked to remove them, return them to their vehicle, or may be refused entry.

Event organizers reserve the right to refuse entry or remove anyone who does not follow event rules, creates a disruption, or presents a safety concern.

Prizes, Giveaways & Sharing

Prizes are planned for categories such as farthest traveled, youngest pair, oldest pair, coolest jersey, and more. Gift certificates from many Central Illinois restaurants are also planned as part of the event giveaways.

A Facebook page will be available for participants to share photos and videos of their teams, travel, and event-day experience. Prize categories, giveaway details, Facebook page information, and event updates may be shared by the organizers before the event.