01/15/2026
We at Koelsch Communities congratulate Mr. Opgrande and thank him for his contributions to the sport of baseball. He was an influence and role model to hundreds of players. ⚾️🎉
Congratulations to Jarl Opgrande of Longview, Washington, a recipient of the Babe Ruth League National Hall of Fame.
Jarl has dedicated decades of service to Babe Ruth League, serving as a District Commissioner, Washington State Commissioner for 10 years, and currently as Assistant Regional Commissioner for the 13–15 age group.
His leadership, commitment to volunteer service, and focus on putting kids first have made a lasting impact at the local, state, and regional levels. We are proud to recognize Jarl for his outstanding dedication to Babe Ruth Baseball.