Baseball Queensland is dedicated to promoting and expanding the sport of baseball across the state. Our Game Development team plays a pivotal role in fostering participation and creating opportunities for growth within our community. We are currently seeking a motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Baseball5 Co-Ordinator.
As the Baseball5 Co-Ordinator, you will be instrumental in promoting and expanding Baseball5 initiatives. You will work closely with schools and community organisations to foster participation and create pathways for growth in the sport. This role requires a proactive and organised individual with a passion for sports development and community engagement.
The WBSC has plans to grow Baseball5 internationally, plans that include the games’ inclusion in the Youth Olympics and a World Championship event being held in Hong Kong from the 5th – 14th October 2024. Efforts are currently underway to build an Australian Team to compete in this World Cup event.
Baseball 5 Tournament at Runcorn State High School
Calling all high schools! Runcorn State High School is buzzing with anticipation for its upcoming Baseball 5 tournament on the June 20th, 2024. Step into the thrilling world of Baseball 5, an innovative and dynamic twist on traditional baseball. Designed for accessibility and excitement, Baseball 5 promises a fast-paced and engaging experience for players and spectators alike, regardless of skill level. This tournament isn’t just about competition—it’s about camaraderie, teamwork, and the joy of the game.
Baseball Queensland is extending a special invitation to all high schools to participate in this exciting event. As part of the tournament preparation, schools will have the opportunity to engage in a pre-tournament Baseball 5 session, designed to help teams learn, practice their skills and get ready to hit the field with confidence. Don’t miss this chance to give Baseball 5 a go and showcase your school’s talent and teamwork on the field.
For more information and to register your school’s interest, please contact Sam Cawdron at [email protected].
Event: Baseball 5 High School Tournament Location: Runcorn State High School, Runcorn QLD 4113
Date: 20th June 2024
Participation Details
The tournament welcomes schools at no cost, fostering inclusivity and participation among high school students of all ages. Teams will be divided into two pools, Years 7-9 and Years 10-12 with schools eligible to enter two teams per pool. Each team requires five players on the court, with substitutes allowed, ensuring a dynamic and engaging gameplay experience. Furthermore, the presence of a school teacher throughout the day is mandatory, ensuring supervision and support for all participants.
Baseball Queensland, in collaboration with SRV Baseball Australia, are excited to announce a 2-Day U13 Pre-Season tournament to be held in the September School holidays
Tournament program includes:
* Exciting Faster Games
* Zooka Pitch Option
* 27 Bats per game per team
* 6 games per team over 2 days
* Baseball 5 Demonstrations
* Batspeed and throwing velocity testing
Dates: 24-25 September 2022
Location: All-Stars Baseball Club, Hendra
Cost: Only $55 per player! ( NOTE: Players are also required to have Current Baseball Australia Insurance )
Ten teams will take part in the second-ever Queensland Baseball5 Schools Cup later this month.
The mixed gender, two age group event for Year 4-9 students will be held at Earnshaw State College on November 26. Robina State High School, Runcorn State High School, Bremer State High School and hosts Earnshaw will have teams take part in the senior division for Year 7-9 students. The junior division for Year 4-6 students will feature teams from Earnshaw, Mudgeeraba Creek State School and Robina State School.
Queensland School Sport baseball committee chair Michael Bozhoff said last year’s tournament had been a huge success.
“We were impressed with the level of skill on display and the speed of the play,” Bozhoff said.
“This year we have more schools on board, which is incredibly exciting.
“I’m really keen to see the progression in the game, in particular the strategies the players will implement.”
This year’s event was invitational due to COVID-19. Baseball Australia baseball projects general manager Scott Hillier said Queensland School Sport was one of the country’s leaders in growing Baseball5.
“Queensland School Sport were one of the first groups to take up Baseball5 after it launched in Australia last year,” Hillier said.
“They launched what was the first-ever Baseball5 tournament in Australia and have done a mountain of work taking it to schools.”
“It is exciting to see continued growth and more students being exposed to the discipline.”
Hillier said the event was a stepping stone towards next year’s Australian Baseball5 Championships and Oceania Baseball5 Qualifier.
“There’s some fantastic Baseball5 opportunities coming up,” he said.
“Events like the Queensland Baseball5 Schools Cup are an important step in the pathway and exposing Baseball5 to more participants.”
Robina State High School was crowned senior division champions last year and Earnshaw State College took out the junior tournament.
Baseball5 is a five-on-five street version of baseball and softball.
