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Groundbreaking News: WBSC Africa Youth Baseball5 Championships and historical women’s baseball series to be broadcast live on Super Sport Schools

South African Baseball is thrilled to announce the groundbreaking news that the WBSC Africa Baseball5 Southern Region Championships and the upcoming Women’s baseball series against Zimbabwe will be broadcast live on Super Sport Schools. These events are monumental for South African baseball, as the country hosts its first continental Baseball5 Youth Championships and first ever […]

The Gauteng Baseball Draft: All You Need to Know

As the Gauteng Baseball Draft approaches its highly anticipated sixth annual edition in early January, players and baseball enthusiasts in the province are gearing up for an event that goes beyond mere player selection. The draft is a dynamic spectacle that captivates the attention of players, coaches, and fans alike, setting the stage for a […]

Baseball 5 Final Try Outs Player Selection

South African Baseball is thrilled to announce the talented players selected to attend the final Senior Baseball 5 trials taking place between the 18th and 20th of December 2023 in Gauteng. These exceptional athletes will have the opportunity to showcase their skills, determination, and passion for the sport, aiming to secure a spot in the […]

Gauteng Baseball Selection Tournament Begins for Provincial Teams

The Gauteng Provincial Baseball Council this week announced the commencement of selection tournaments that will help identify and nurture young talents for the upcoming Provincial teams, as they prepare for the South African Baseball Championships to be held at the Mandela Bay Baseball Club in the Eastern Cape in April next year. The event includes […]

South African baseball gets behind the Boks

This weekend, South African baseball is showing its support for South African rugby as the Springboks participate in the Rugby World Cup and several clubs are organizing World Cup Rugby finals viewing venues for their members and fans. Many might not know, but the current President of South African Rugby, Mr. Mark Alexander, is also […]

South African Masters Baseball Champs 23 closes in spectacular fashion

The South African Masters Baseball Championship 2023 concluded with a thrilling showcase of competition, and sportsmanship at the Marks Park Baseball Club in Gauteng Province. The event hosted by South Western Gauteng again saw a showcase of South African Baseball camaraderie with former players from all over South Africa going head to head in some […]

South African Masters set to get started at Marks Park

The South African Masters Baseball Championship is set to kick off at the Marks Park Baseball Club, hosted by SWG (South Western Gauteng) Region within the Gauteng Province this week. This year’s championship follows in the footsteps of last year’s successful event in KZN. The event once again brings together old friends and rivals from […]

South African Baseball5 Provincial Championships: A nationwide Heritage Day Celebration.

This past weekend, South African baseball enthusiasts came together to celebrate Heritage Day in a unique and exhilarating way. The country witnessed an array of provincial championships as districts from all corners of South Africa converged on the baseball diamond. Not only were they competing for the prestigious title of provincial champion, but they also […]

Women’s Baseball gears up for big day at Boksburg Cardinals

This week, on Wednesday, 9 August 2023 sees a celebration of Women’s Month takes place as several of our South African Baseball clubs come together to celebrate Women’s Day at the Boksburg Baseball Club in Gauteng. The day will witness various clubs uniting not only to show respect for the annual event but also as […]

Southern Stars Baseball Club all hands on deck. “Rise of the Beasts:

Southern Stars Baseball Club in Alberton is on a mission to raise funds for the club and is doing so in a most creative manner. Driven by club Chairman Shaun Niemand the initiatives see a number of events on the cards for the club with a view to raise funds for various operational requirements such […]

Vaal Dodgers pave the way with new club structure in Sedibeng

This past weekend saw the launch of yet another baseball club in South Africa as we witnessed the establishment of The Vaal Dodgers based in Van der Bijl Park, located in the Sedibeng Region of the Gauteng Province. The club is the brainchild of Damion Lloyd, who, after attending the recent National Baseball Championships in […]

New approach to South African baseball club sponsorship

This week, saw several South African baseball clubs participate in a seminar focusing on media marketing and sponsorship. The workshop aimed to provide clubs with valuable information and equip them with a much-needed toolkit for generating sport sponsorship proposals online. The goal is to attract local business investment and fuel the growth of South African […]

Taylor Scott Makes History as First South African Pitcher to Join LA Dodgers

South African born Taylor Scott, the exceptionally talented South African pitcher, etched his name in the annals of baseball history this past weekend as he made his highly anticipated debut for the illustrious Los Angeles Dodgers. Scott’s groundbreaking achievement as the first South African pitcher to sign with a major league baseball team is a […]

Payne Yankees brings sponsors and increase awareness for baseball in the Eastern Cape

This past weekend saw the Payne Yankees Baseball Club host the Home Run Baseball Festival with several teams and over 120 players. The festival provided an unforgettable experience for both participants and spectators. One of the highlights of the festival was the distribution of gift items to each player, including tracksuits and various hygiene products […]

South African U18 Baseball 5 Team Impresses at Youth Baseball5 African Championship

The South African U18 Baseball 5 team this week returned from Ghana where they participated in the inaugural WBSC Youth Baseball5 African Championship. Despite strong competition, they reached the semifinals, showcasing their skills and determination. The South African U18 team displayed exceptional teamwork and athleticism, securing a spot in the semifinals. They faced a tough […]

Exciting Weekend Ahead for Eastern Cape Baseball and Promotion of Baseball 5

This weekend, Eastern Cape baseball enthusiasts are in for a thrilling treat as several clubs and schools gather at the Payne Yankees Stadium for an exciting event. Not only is this a celebration of baseball, but it also serves as a platform to promote Baseball 5, most likely South Africa’s fastest-growing sport. The anticipation is […]

South African Baseball5 U18 team depart for WBSC Youth Africa Championships

South African baseball today proudly bid farewell to the U18 South African Baseball5 team as they embarked on their journey to Ghana to participate in the WBSC Africa Championships 2023. The tournament, taking place from 16 May – 21 May 2023, serves as a qualifier for the inaugural Youth Baseball5 World Cup to be held […]

South African Baseball Umpire Eric Blount honoured at NBC 2023

As the South African Baseball Championships came to a close, the event not only celebrated the talents of the players but also recognized the dedication and support of the national umpires. The umpires play an integral role in the success of any match and their efforts are often overlooked. This year’s tournament provided the perfect […]

South African Baseball Championships 2023 feels international presence

South African Baseball drew the attention of international eyes with the presence of esteemed guests at the South African National Baseball Championships held in Boksburg, Gauteng this past week.  Dominican Republic Ambassador, Mr. Raymundo Lantingua, and the United States Ambassador to South Africa, Mr. Ruben Brigety, joined the President of South African Baseball, Mr Marc […]

One day to go to NBC 2023. Boksburg Cardinals ready for showcase

Excitement is building as South Africa’s premium event, the South African Baseball Championship 2023, NBC, gets underway this week Saturday. Teams from all over South Africa will converge on the Boksburg Cardinals Baseball Club in Gauteng to compete in a tournament that promises to be full of excitement. The championship is a celebration of the […]

Cape Town Baseball amazing capping ceremony, excited for NBC 2023

Cape Town baseball fans were out in full force on Friday, 24th March 2023, to celebrate the official capping ceremony for the upcoming South African Baseball Championships. Held at the Kensington High School in Cape Town, the event saw players from across the city receive their official Cape Town caps, as they gear up for […]

Boksburg Cardinals ready for spectacular National Baseball Championships

  The Boksburg Cardinals Baseball Club is gearing up to host one of the most exciting sporting events of the year in South Africa – the South African Baseball Championships 2023, also known as NBC. This year, Gauteng Baseball is the host province, and the event is set to take place at the Boksburg Cardinals […]

South African Baseball NBC 2023 likely to be the biggest ever

The 2023 South African National Baseball Championships or “NBC” as it is more fondly known in South Africa Baseball circles is now just over three weeks away from launch day and baseball fever is mounting by the day in anticipation of the major event. The event which is this year hosted by The Gauteng Baseball […]

South African National Baseball Championships 2023 dates announced

It’s with great excitement that South African Baseball has announced the dates for the much-anticipated 2023 National Baseball Championships season to be held at the Cardinals Baseball Club, Boksburg, Gauteng from 1-11 April 2023. With consideration of the school holidays in 2023 the Junior National Baseball Championships (NBC) round-robin stages will be staged from 1 […]

South African Baseball5 on the move – All hands on deck

It’s all hands on deck for South African Baseball5 as we see training camps, festivals, and a women’s baseball rollout this coming weekend. Friday, 14 October 2022 sees eleven schools participating in the Baseball5 festival in Mamelodi Township. The event comes on the back of a number of Baseball5 introductory clinics and now sees several […]