Social Baseball5 is coming to Townsville!

Sep 9, 2025

September, 2025

North Queensland, Baseball5 is landing in Townsville this Summer!

Immerse yourself in this fast-paced 5 vs 5 format between two five week blocks. With a one time registration and a pay-per-play model, you can play once, or all ten weeks.

Looking for an intimate understanding of the game, or an opportunity to earn some cash? You’ll want our Officials Accreditation session on the 17th of October.

BUT If you’re looking for your next social sport activity (sorry parkrun), or something easy you can pick up and play for an hour, we’ll be expecting you at the Come and Try day between 10am and 12pm on the 18th of October.

Season starts Wednesday, November 5 with three age groups, Discover and Play (8-12), Juniors (12-16) and Seniors (16+)

Officials Accreditation

Townsville, this is your opportunity to become an officially accredited Baseball5 official!

The best news? Those who umpire each week will receive a reimbursement for their time.

Make sure to register your interest in the Umpire or Coach officials categories on the Expression of Interest form.

Express Interest

Please expect the session to last a few hours. Final session agenda to be finalised.

Come and Try

We don’t expect you to know everything! This is one of, if not, the first social community Baseball5 competition in Australia.

Be one of the first and come and learn from our Baseball Queensland staff and volunteers! Learn more about the competition and ask as many questions as you need!

You don’t need to complete a specific registration to attend the Come and Try day, but please register your interest for the competition so we can understand demand and plan appropriately!

Pick up and Play

Once you’ve paid the registration fee, it’s a pay as you play model. Come one week but not the next? No worries, only pay for the week you were there.

5x rounds before the end of the year and 5x rounds after, don’t worry, there’s time for a holiday in between!

Discover and Play (8-12) and Juniors (12-16)

Each Wednesday, you’ll be taking the diamonds between 4:30 and 5:30pm – every player will be able to play two games. Discover and Play age group will have more activities/drills in addition to a game.

Seniors (16+)

Each Wednesday, you’ll be taking the diamonds between 5:30 and 6:30pm, playing two games each.

Social Competition Questions?

Need some more information about the Accreditation Session, the Come and Try or the Competition itself? Contact [email protected]

Want to learn more about the game itself?

Learn more about Baseball5

Seeking Volunteers for the new Participation Working Group

Sep 5, 2025

Baseball Queensland are seeking to establish a small, passionate group of volunteers to complete some hands-on projects with a focus on improving outcomes and capitalising on growth opportunities for baseball in Queensland. Selected volunteers will gain professional development experience, working collaboratively to research, ideate and formulate evidence-based recommendations and outcomes to assist Baseball Queensland’s staff.

The working group will report to, and be guided by, our Game Development Manager, Sam Cawdron.

Interested community members can complete their EOI at the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/zyRingeE5N
The expression of interest for this working group will close on Sunday the 21st of September.

Role Description

Role Title: Participation Working Group
Volunteer Involvement: Project Contributor
Location: Baseball Queensland Office (Milton, Brisbane) and/or remote as required
Supervisor: Game Development Manager (Sam Cawdron)
End Date: 3 Months from Start Date

Overview

This volunteer role offers a unique opportunity to gain organisational and leadership experience within Baseball Queensland, supporting participation growth initiatives and contributing to the planning and delivery of a major community event.

The role will see you act as a Participation Working Group member, a volunteer-based initiative exploring strategies to grow baseball participation across Queensland.

Key Responsibilities

Participation Working Group – Project Contributor

Work within a small volunteer working group (3-4 members)
Work under leadership from the Lead Volunteer and Game Development Manager
Attend regular meetings (fortnightly or monthly)
Help develop a clear project goal and discussion framework (with guidance from BQ)
Research local and national participation initiatives (in sport and baseball)
Assist the Participation Working Group in creating a summary report or presentation with insights and recommendations
Liaise with the Game Development Manager to ensure alignment with BQ goals

What You’ll Gain

Experience contributing to a participation project and engaging volunteers
Insight into sports participation strategies and event delivery
Mentorship and support from the Game Development team
Opportunities to network within the sports industry
A reference from Baseball Queensland upon successful completion

Ideal Skills and Qualities

Interest in sport development, events, or community engagement
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively
Organised, reliable, and willing to learn

Volunteer Commitment

Approx. 2–4 hours per week (flexible based on availability)
Participation Working Group meetings (in-person or online)

Other Information

This is a volunteer role and does not form part of paid employment
A Volunteer Agreement will be signed prior to commencement
A Blue Card will be required, a Volunteer Blue Card is sufficient for this role

2026 School Sports Dates Announced

Sep 4, 2025

Save the Dates

Queensland Representative School Sport have provided their dates for the 2026 Baseball School Sport.

Interested players must contact their school or school sport region for details on trial dates and venues.

15-19 Years

Host Region: Peninsula
Competition Dates: Thursday, 5 March 2026 to Sunday, 8 March 2026

12-14 Years

Host Region: Metro West
Competition Dates: Thursday, 3 September 2026 to Sunday, 6 September 2026

13-19 Girls

Host Region: Metro West
Competition Dates: Saturday, 5 September 2026 to Sunday, 6 September 2026

Now Hiring: Game Development Officer (Gold Coast)

Sep 2, 2025

Baseball Queensland is seeking a passionate, organised Game Development Officer to service the Gold Coast! As part of our growing Game Development team, you’ll support grassroots participation growth through targeted programs and initiatives.

This role is focused on growing the game of baseball on the Gold Coast by working with schools, clubs, and stakeholders. You will be responsible for delivering participation programs, rolling out pilot programs, organising BQ events, and expanding Baseball5 in the region. The role is based at 5 hours per week, with opportunities to build and grow more hours through school and program delivery.

Your passion, commitment, and drive to get kids physically active is important to us – not necessarily an intricate understanding of the game. To be successful in this role, you will have strong communication skills with the ability to relate positively with children and adults, along with a demonstrated ability to adapt to program changes including; session time, type, and, group size.

🔗 Apply now via SEEK: https://www.seek.com.au/job/86904644

2025 Barclay Cup: Queensland Crocs announced

Aug 18, 2025

Baseball Queensland are excited to announce the Queensland Crocs that will be heading down to the home of the Seahorses for this year’s Barclay Cup 🎉

The team marks our return to the Barclay Cup after a year without a team in 2024.

To receive the latest updates on the tournament, head to the Barclay Cup Facebook page:

Barclay Facebook Page

The Barclay Cup is set to start with a welcome dinner on the 27th of September and games beginning on the 28th.

Calendar Event

What is Barclay Cup?

The Barclay Cup was launched through a collaborative effort from state associations in honour of Jacinda Barclay, who sadly passed away in 2020. The inaugural event took place at the Surfers Paradise Baseball Club in 2022 and lead to the return of the Australian Youth Women’s Championships in 2023.

Jacinda’s mother, Deb Barclay, expressed her pride in the tournament and its role in promoting women’s baseball. “Jacinda lived her life with an open heart. She would be tickled pink and absolutely humbled by this auspicious honour bestowed upon her. Jacinda always strived to inspire girls and women from all walks of life to participate in one of the sports she loved, that being baseball,” she shared with Baseball Queensland.

The Barclay Cup is more than just a tournament; it’s a celebration of Jacinda Barclay’s legacy and her passion for the sport. It embodies her belief in challenging oneself, fostering camaraderie, and creating unforgettable friendships and memories. As Deb Barclay poignantly noted, Jacinda lived by the motto, “It’s better to look back on life and say, ‘I can’t believe I did that’ than to look back and say, ‘I wish I did that’.”

This event is a wonderful opportunity for young female baseballers to come together, honour a legend, and participate in a sport they love. It promises to be an amazing experience that not only honours Jacinda Barclay’s legacy but also inspires the next generation of baseballers. By providing a platform for our youth women, the Barclay Cup highlights the inclusive and progressive nature of modern baseball. This tournament is a crucial step in developing the skills, confidence, and passion of these young players, paving the way for a future where baseball is a sport for all.

Barclay Cup’s Journey around the country so far: