FUTURES LEAGUE
FUTURES LEAGUE
Futures League is a term three development opportunity designed to nurture emerging talent across various age groups, from 12 to 30 years old. It complements BQ’s performance pathways by including players from the BQ Athlete Development and Performance Programs, as well as those selected through an open Expression of Interest process.
The Futures League features Open Women’s, U14, U16 and U18 competitions. Using modified rules tailored to enhance skill development and strategic understanding, the Futures League provides a focused and supportive environment for growth. Beyond players, the program also offers significant development opportunities for coaches, officials, and scorers, creating an inclusive ecosystem that benefits all aspects of the game.
This holistic approach ensures a seamless progression through BQ’s performance pathways, preparing the next generation of baseball talent in Queensland and fostering a comprehensive growth environment for all participants.
FUTURES LEAGUE OVERVIEW
Competition Dates:
Sundays from 17 August to 14 September 2025
Age Range:
Players born between 1 January, 2008 – 31 December, 2011
This year, to enhance our development pathways and programs, the U16 and U18 age groups will be combined for the Futures League. This exciting merger is set to elevate the level of competition and provide a more challenging and rewarding environments for all athletes involved.
By bringing together players from both age groups, the league will offer players a unique platform to showcase their skills against stronger opposition and standard of higher-level representative competition. It’s a step forward in preparing our athletes for the next level.
The 2025 Futures League will feature:
- Doubleheader Sundays across five consecutive weeks (10 games total)
- Up to six teams, each comprised of 12 players, selected via a draft format
- High-level gameplay that may be observed by BQ coaching staff
This format promises an action-packed schedule and a valuable opportunity for athletes to stand out, compete, and continue their development in a high-performance environment.
Register your interest now: U16&U18 FL Player EOI
Competition Dates:
Doubleheaders Friday nights between 15 August to 12 September 2025
Age Range:
15-30 years of age. Must be 15 years old on or before 15 August 2025.
Teams limited to 2 players 30yr+
Register your interest to play in the Futures League Open Women’s competition: Women’s FL Player EOI
Competition Dates:
Tuesdays 12 August to 9 September
Age Range:
16-26 years of age. Must be 16 on or before 12 August 2025.
Teams limited to 3 players 26yr+
Register your interest to play in the Futures League Opens competition. Opens FL Player EOI
Please register your interest to be a head coach or assistant coach:
2025 Futures League Opens or Open Women’s competition
2025 Futures League Juniors competitions
Please register your interest to be a host venue for the 2025 Futures League Juniors and/or Open Women’s competitions: Host Venue EOI
U14s will play full-day events (8 games) on five consecutive Sundays between 17 August and 14 September. (lights not required)
U16/U18’s will play full-day events (6 games) on five consecutive Sundays between 17 August and 14 September. (lights not required)
Open Women’s will play doubleheaders on five consecutive Friday nights between 15 August and 12 September.
THE ASH ANDERSON CUP
Each year, this memorial trophy is awarded to the winning teams in all Futures League age groups and competitions. It honours former Queensland player Ash Anderson, who tragically passed away in a car accident in 2021.
Ash was involved in the Baseball Queensland Performance Pathway Programs and was a member of Surfers Paradise and Beenleigh Hawks Baseball Clubs throughout his junior playing career.
Following a successful QLD Showcase event, Ash was selected in the 2021 U18 QLD Team and went on to be selected in the U18 National Training Squad.
Ash, you are always with us out here on the baseball field.
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