LET'S PLAY BALL!

PLAY BASEBALL AT THE Y

The YMCA offers a variety of ball and bat sports programs for enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. Our YMCA sports options include softball for adults, baseball for youth and t-ball for peewees. 

YMCA sports programs provide a great opportunity for people of all ages to stay active, make new friends and learn important life lessons while having fun!

AGES 3+ | BEGINNER FRIENDLY | LEAGUES, CLINICS, LESSONS AND CAMPS

Once enrolled, you will receive practice and game schedule, along with necessary gear.

Note: Registration for all leagues remains open until teams are full.

PADRES ROOKIE LEAGUE
AGES 4-12

In partnership with the San Diego Padres, teaching kids ages 4–12 baseball fundamentals.

PEEWEE
AGES 3-5

Learn the basics through fun, age-appropriate instruction.

YOUTH
AGES 6-13

Build skills and put them into action through clinics and leagues.

ADULT
AGES 4-12

Stay active, compete and connect through recreational and competitive leagues.

PADRES ROOKIE LEAGUE

BASEBALL & T-BALL | AGES 4-12

In partnership with the San Diego Padres and Major League Baseball, the FREE Padres Rookie League gives kids ages 4–12 the opportunity to learn baseball and softball fundamentals, build confidence and experience the value of teamwork.
 
  • Program Includes: Hat, jersey and glove
  • Schedule: Saturday games with practices during the week
  • Cost: FREE
  • What To Bring: Closed toe athletic shoes and loose clothing. Players may bring their own bat, gloves and helmet. Please make sure your child’s name is on all their belongings.

  • Attendance Requirement: Players and parents MUST commit to all practices and games. Attendance will be kept at all practices and games; participants are expected to attend all practices and games. Any child absent from two practices or games will forfeit their spot and be removed from the program. Please communicate any absences with the team coach and the sports staff/director.

  • Games & Practices: Games will take place on Saturdays with a practice beforehand or throughout the week.
Available at YMCA locations across San Diego County. Find a participating location near you and view our current league and T-ball offerings.

PEEWEE T-BALL LESSONS & LEAGUES | AGES 3-5

LESSONS

MONTHLY | INTRODUCTORY | MOTOR SKILL DEVELOPMENT

Attire: All participants should wear proper athletic clothing.

FIND SESSIONS

Questions? Please email Program Director, Mike Valle at mvalle@ymcasd.org for more information.

Attire: All participants should wear proper athletic clothing.

FIND SESSIONS

Questions? Contact Program Director, Adrian Araiza at aaraiza@ymcasd.org.

Attire: All participants should wear proper athletic clothing.

FIND SESSIONS

Questions? Please email Program Director, Caylin Mason at cmason@ymcasd.org for more information.

Attire: All participants should wear proper athletic clothing.

FIND SESSIONS

Questions? Contact our Sports Coordinator, Josh Ichull at jichullingya@ymcasd.org.

Attire: All participants should wear proper athletic clothing.

FIND SESSIONS

Questions? Contact our Sports Director, Kellen Hatfield at khatfield1@ymcasd.org for more information.

Attire: All participants should wear proper athletic clothing.

FIND SESSIONS

Questions? Please email Program Director, Mike Valle at mvalle@ymcasd.org for more information.

Attire: All participants should wear proper athletic clothing.

FIND SESSIONS

Questions? Contact Ashley Kurth at akurth@ymcasd.org.

LEAGUES

WEEKLY PRACTICES AND GAMES | INTRODUCTION TO RULES | SKILL DEVELOPMENT

COED PEEWEE LEAGUES | AGES 3-6

Season: Fall 2026
Practices: No practice; games only.
Games: Saturdays

FIND SESSIONS

Questions? Contact Tara Stewart at tstewart@ymcasd.org.

YOUTH BASEBALL leagues, clinics & camps | AGES 6-17

LEAGUES

WEEKLY PRACTICES AND GAMES | FOCUS ON RULES AND SKILL DEVELOPMENT

League information coming soon!

 

CLINICS

MONTH-LONG | SKILL-FOCUSED | NO GAMES

Coed Baseball Clinics (Ages 7-17) | FIND SESSIONS
Monthly clinics are available for beginner and advanced players. Clinics are divided based on age.

Questions? Please email Program Director, Ferrari Funches at ffunches@ymcasd.org for more information.

Coed Baseball Clinics (Ages 6-12) | FIND SESSIONS 
Monthly clinics are available for beginner and advanced players. Clinics are divided based on age.

Questions? Contact our Sports Coordinator, Josh Ichull at jichullingya@ymcasd.org.

Coed Baseball Clinics (Ages 6-13) | FIND SESSIONS
Monthly clinics are available, with the option for drop-ins.

Questions? Contact our Sports Director, Kellen Hatfield at khatfield1@ymcasd.org

DAY CAMPS

The Y also offers several sport-based day camps that focus on baseball! Find the baseball camp that is right for your athlete!

ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES | AGES 18+

COMPETITIVE AND REC LEAGUES | MALE, FEMALE AND COED 

No team? No worries. Contact your sports director or sports department for more information. 

COED AND MEN’S ADULT LEAGUES | AGES 18+

Season: TBD
Games: TBD

FIND SESSIONS

Questions? Contact Tara Stewart at tstewart@ymcasd.org.

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