Baseball Queensland advises that our office will be closed from Thursday 25 December 2025 and will reopen on Monday 5 January 2026.
We encourage clubs, members, participants and stakeholders to plan ahead where possible, noting that responses to enquiries during this period will be delayed until we reopen on 5 January 2026. Response times to enquiries may be prolonged outside of these dates as staff take additional leave, and the office may remain unmanned outside of the above dates for the same reason.
On behalf of everyone at Baseball Queensland, we wish you and your families a safe, happy and restful holiday season, and we look forward to connecting with you again in the New Year. Don’t forget you can get your baseball viewing needs met in this period by watching the ABL on Baseball+
Baseball Queensland is pleased to announce the outcomes of the 2025 Annual General Meeting, held this week with strong representation from across our members. The AGM provided an opportunity to reflect on a year of growth, strengthened partnerships, and continued progress across all aspects of our sport.
A key item of business was the election of Directors to the Board of Management. Baseball Queensland is pleased to confirm the re-election of David Badke, who will continue to bring his expertise, insights in risk management, and longstanding commitment to the advancement of baseball in Queensland.
We are also pleased to announce the election of Dave Paddison to the Board of Management. Dave brings a wealth of professional experience, a strong background in leadership, diversity and inclusiveness and a demonstrated passion for supporting participation and growth across the baseball pathway. His addition strengthens the Board’s capability and reflects our commitment to fostering diverse skills and perspectives at the governance level.
Baseball Queensland extends its appreciation to all nominees and to our Members for their engagement throughout the election process.
As we move into 2025, the Board of Management remains focused on delivering high-quality competitions, strengthening our development pathways, enhancing international partnerships, and supporting clubs and regions to build thriving, welcoming baseball communities across the state.
We congratulate David Badke and Dave Paddison on their appointments and look forward to their valuable contributions in the years ahead.
You can read more about the year that was in our annual report that includes our audited financials for the reporting period here >>>
Between December 12 and 15th, Baseball Queensland had the pleasure of hosting Baseball New Zealand (BBNZ), who travelled across the Tasman to compete against our Queensland U16 and U18 squads in a six-game international series for each age group.
The series commenced on Friday, 12 December, and provided an outstanding development opportunity for all athletes involved. Competing against players from outside their home country is an invaluable experience, and this series allowed our Queensland athletes to test themselves against high-level opposition as they continue preparations for the Australian Youth Championships (AYC) in Melbourne this January.
Baseball Queensland would like to extend a sincere thank you to Baseball New Zealand for assembling two highly competitive teams and committing to this tour. The quality of play across all games highlighted the strength of youth baseball in both countries and the value of international collaboration at this level.
Baseball Queensland would also like to thank all clubs, volunteers, officials, and support staff who helped make this series possible. Your efforts play a critical role in providing these high-quality development opportunities for our athletes.
We wish Baseball New Zealand safe travels home and look forward to continuing this strong relationship into the future ⚾
Baseball Queensland is pleased to announce several significant enhancements to the Women’s Performance Pathways, designed to strengthen long-term athlete development and expand competitive opportunities for female players across the state. As part of this evolution, Baseball Queensland will not select a Queensland Women’s Development Team for 2026. Instead, we will continue with our Queensland Women’s Team while introducing two new pathway initiatives that offer broader, more inclusive, and nationally aligned development opportunities.
Introduction of the Baseball Australia “Roos” Team for the AWC
In partnership with Baseball Australia, Queensland athletes will now have access to an additional national-level opportunity mirroring the successful model introduced at the National Youth Championships. Under this arrangement, players not selected to represent their respective State Women’s Teams will be pooled nationally, and a competitive squad will be formed to compete under the Baseball Australia Roos banner at the 2026 Australian Women’s Championship (AWC).
This initiative is designed to ensure that more talented female athletes gain exposure to championship-level competition, extending opportunity beyond traditional state boundaries and providing another platform for emerging players to showcase their abilities.
Establishment of a New Queensland U18 Youth Women’s Team and Japan Development Tour
To create a stronger and more deliberate progression from our 16U Youth Women’s program toward the Queensland Women’s Team, Baseball Queensland will introduce a new U18 Youth Women’s Team in 2026.
This team will undertake a structured development program before embarking on an exciting international tour to Japan in June 2026. During this tour, the team will play fixtures against elite Japanese high school opponents, including our long-standing partners at Kobe Koryo Gakuen High School.
Kobe Koryo Gakuen is widely regarded as the premier girls’ baseball school in Japan, having secured back-to-back national titles at the prestigious Girls Koshien Tournament. The opportunity to compete against athletes of this calibre will provide invaluable international experience and contribute significantly to the development of Queensland’s emerging female baseball talent.
These strategic changes demonstrate Baseball Queensland’s commitment to providing quality, sustainable, athlete-centred pathways for women and girls. By offering more progression points, more game opportunities, and enhanced exposure to both national and international competition, we aim to elevate female baseball in Queensland and support players on their journey to higher representation.
Baseball Queensland looks forward to working closely with Baseball Australia, our regional associations, and our international partners as we continue to grow the women’s game and create world-class opportunities for our athletes and broader participation opportunities.
The Women’s State Finals at Runcorn Indians Baseball Club were nothing short of spectacular, and this year, Baseball5 made its mark in a big way! Over two exciting days—Friday, December 12th, and Saturday, December 13th—the newest form of baseball brought energy, smiles, and plenty of action to the event.
From the very start, kids were out in force, giving Baseball5 a red-hot go and showing just how fun and fast-paced this game can be. Their enthusiasm set the tone for an incredible weekend of sport and community spirit.
But it wasn’t just the kids who got involved. We were thrilled to welcome the Northern Territory Buffaloes and the North Queensland Storm, who faced off in a special Baseball5 matchup—reigniting the Northern Cup! This was the first time these talented ladies had played Baseball5, and they were absolutely fantastic, embracing the challenge and showcasing incredible sportsmanship.
But it wasn’t just the kids who got involved. We were thrilled to welcome the Northern Territory Buffaloes and the North Queensland Storm, who faced off in a special Baseball5 matchup—reigniting the Northern Cup! This was the first time these talented ladies had played Baseball5, and they were absolutely fantastic, embracing the challenge and showcasing incredible sportsmanship.
Day two brought even more excitement as players from the Gold Coast Cougars joined in, taking on some of our eager community players in friendly games that had everyone cheering. The atmosphere was electric, with smiles, giveaways, and great sportsmanship on display throughout the event.
Overall, it was an unforgettable two days at the State Titles, and Baseball5 proved to be a hit with players and fans alike. We’re already looking forward to expanding Baseball5 next year to feature at all Baseball Queensland State Title events—so stay tuned for even more action in 2026!
Baseball Queensland’s 6-week School Baseball Program has wrapped up for the term – and if the smiles, high-fives and dusty knees were anything to go by, it was a home run.
Run in partnership with three Brisbane primary schools – St Peter Chanel, Mater Dei and St Ambrose – the program brought baseball and t-ball to life for around 50 students. Led by six Baseball Queensland Development Officers and championed by the ever-supportive PE teacher, Clare Fyans, the program turned school ovals into mini ballparks filled with laughter, teamwork and plenty of big swings.
Over six weeks, students were introduced to the fundamental skills of baseball and t-ball: throwing, catching, hitting, base-running and fielding. Sessions were designed to be fun, supportive and inclusive – a space where students could stay active, pick up new skills and build confidence along the way. Drills were mixed with games and challenges, giving every student a chance to shine, regardless of experience.
“It was really impressive to see how quickly the students picked things up, their skill level by the end of the six weeks was a real credit to their hard work and the great coaching from our Development Officers.”
– Dane Steinke, Baseball Queensland Game Development Officer (Women & Girls)
The grand finale of the program was a T-ball carnival day hosted at Holloway Field in Newmarket – the home of the Windsor Royals and Brisbane Bandits, and one of Australia’s premier baseball venues. Thanks to the support and cooperation of both clubs, students were given the chance to step onto a real diamond and experience the game on a bigger stage.
Representatives from Windsor Royals and the Brisbane Bandits were on hand to chat with students, run skill stations and help out across the morning. There were prizes, giveaways and plenty of encouragement from coaches, teachers and club staff. Students were split into their school teams and rotated through a series of fast-paced, fun and competitive T-ball games across two fields.
Despite the warm weather, the energy never dropped. Cheers rang out from the dugouts and sidelines as classmates encouraged each other, celebrated big hits and scrambled after fly balls. Decked out in official Baseball Queensland uniforms, the students looked and felt the part, giving the carnival a real “big league” atmosphere.
For Coach Tara, one of the Baseball Queensland Development Officers involved in the delivery, the experience was a highlight of the term.
“The best part of the carnival was seeing the kids light up after every play – whether they hit a home run or just made it to first base, they were all smiles. It felt like one big celebration of having fun and giving it a go.”
At the end of the carnival, Baseball Queensland staff handed out special awards to students who best demonstrated team spirit, sportsmanship and positivity. While there were plenty of great plays on the field, the focus of the day – and the program as a whole – was on effort, encouragement and enjoying being active together.
The feedback from schools has been overwhelmingly positive. Donna Jones, Principal of Mater Dei in Ashgrove West, shared her appreciation following the event passing on her sincere gratitude to the baseball coaches for sharing their expertise and teaching the students the skills of the game, describing it as “an exceptional experience for them all.”
Clare Fyans also thanked Baseball Queensland for organising the T-ball competition at Holloway Field, noting that the event was “a huge success” and that it was clear the students had “a fantastic time participating.”
For Baseball Queensland, the program has reinforced the value of bringing quality, skills-based sports programs directly to schools in a way that’s fun, age-appropriate and inclusive. Students not only gained an introduction to baseball and t-ball, but also had the chance to develop important life skills like teamwork, resilience, communication and confidence – all while making new friends and discovering a new sport.
Baseball Queensland is excited to continue building on the success of this 6-week School Baseball Program and is already looking ahead to future collaborations with schools across Brisbane and beyond.
Any primary schools interested in adding a fresh, engaging and enriching option to their sports program are encouraged to reach out to Baseball Queensland to explore how a tailored baseball or t-ball program could work for their students.
Big swings and big smiles – that’s what the Baseball Queensland School Baseball Program is all about!
