WHAT IS

BUDDY LEAGUE?

 

 

Buddy League is all about FUN!

Designed for kids aged 3-6, this exciting program pairs each child with a buddy (12+) to learn baseball in a playful, supportive way. With no outs or scores, every player gets to hit, run, and field while having an absolute blast. It’s all about laughter, teamwork, and creating awesome memories on the field.

“Our 3-year-old just finished his first season of Buddy Baseball, and we couldn’t be happier! He gained more and more confidence every single session. The coaches were incredibly patient and had a wonderful way of keeping the kids engaged. Most importantly, the activities were perfectly tailored to his age and experience level. It is a fantastic introduction to the game.”

“It was perfect to build her confidence… by the end she was saying she preferred to be on the field without me, but she wouldn’t have gotten to that point (or even signed up in the first place) without being allowed to have total grown-up support to begin with.”

“The Buddy program was a perfect way to introduce the game with an adult’s guidance as well. It helps to be able to monitor your child and not just sit on the sidelines.”

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TEAM STRUCTURE

Team Structure: 5 children + 5 buddies (Total of 10 players).

AGES

Ages: Children will be between 3-6 years old; Buddies are over 12 years old.

GAME DURATION

Game Duration: 45-60 minutes or 3 innings.

FIELD SIZE

Field Size: Bases set 15 metres apart in a diamond shape, using a regular T-ball field.

BATTING

Batting: Players bat off the tee.

BUDDIES PLAY TOO!

Buddies Play Too: Buddies actively participate in the game.

NO OUTS

No Outs: Players don’t get out. In the case of an out, all players continue to the next base.

INNINGS

Innings: 3 innings per game.

no scores

No Scores: We don’t keep score; the focus is on being active, having fun, and developing basic baseball skills.

BUDDY ROLE

Buddy Role: Buddies must hit ground balls to keep the focus on our Stars.

SAFETY MEASURES

Safety Measures: Helmets and gloves provided; safe play is a priority.

SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT

Supportive Environment: Encouraging teamwork, confidence, and a love for the game.