2026 Baseball & Softball
2026 Baseball & Softball Leauge Information
League Updates
We are happy to announce that Near West Recreation baseball and softball are one of twelve leagues selected to be a Cleveland Guardians PlayBall Cle league. Thank you for the support Cleveland Guardians. You can read the press release here!
Schedule Overview
First Week of Practice: Week of May 4
All teams practice once a week at their designated time and location. Coaches have opportunities to add practices. They will let families know of added practice times.
First Games for Tee-Ball, Coach Pitch, 12u Baseball: Saturday, May 30
Games will be on Saturdays from May 30- July 25. No games on Saturday, July 4. There will be some weeknight games in late June and July in lieu of practices. 12u Baseball teams will have playoffs that week of July 20th with last games on Saturday, July 25th.
First Games for Softball: Tuesday, June 2nd or Thursday, June 4yth. Tuesday and Thursday Games. Season should wrap up by July 23
First Games for 15u Baseball: Tuesday, June 2nd or 9th. Tuesday and Thursday Games. Season should wrap up by July 23.
Picture Day/Opening Day: Friday, May 29
Teams will be scheduled a picture time. There will be food, games and raffles for families as well.
End of Season Team Party: Saturday, July 25
Details will be sent out.
Parent & Coach Resources:
Baseball/Softball 2026 Parent Packet: View general league rules and expectations here.
Coach Packet: Includes league updates, general policies, coach responsibilities, division rules and resources. View Here.
Coach Training Days: All trainings are FREE to coaches.
TBA - PCA Zoom training virtual
TBA - USA Baseball training at Progressive Field
PlayBall Cle LeagueApp Player & Coach Registration: All players and coaches need to register with Cleveland Guardians for free tickets, event opportunities and MLBTV access.
Youtube Drill Playlist: View Here
Other Resources: Download Mojo App. Info & Resources Here
Division Rules:
