PARENTS
Spring 2026 Baseball Season is Here!
It’s almost that time again! Spring Baseball is back at Northwest Bakersfield Baseball, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome all our players and families for another amazing season on the field!
Registration is officially open! Don’t miss your chance to join the fun, sign up before February 3, 2026, to secure your spot. Our player draft will take place right after registration closes, so get ready to swing into action!
💥 Early Bird Special!
Register by December 1, 2025, and receive a $25 discount, no code required!
Key Dates & Details
T-Ball, Rookie, AA, Minors & Majors Divisions
- 🗓 Draft Day: February 7, 2026 (No draft for T-Ball & Rookie Divisions)
- 🏋Practices Begin: February 9, 2026
- 🎉 Opening Day: March 7, 2026
Prep Division (scheduled around high school tryouts)
- 🗓 Registration Ends: March 10, 2026
- 📋 Draft Day: TBA
- 🏋Practices Begin: Around March 16, 2026
- 🎊 Opening Day: April 4, 2026
Season Ends: June 6, 2026
Games: 12 regular-season games + exciting playoffs
Game Days: Weekdays & Saturdays, perfect for family fun under the lights!
💵 Registration Fees
- Tee Ball (Ages 4-5): $180
- Rookie-Prep (Ages 6-16): $250
💰 Save $25 when you register by December 1, 2025!
Bring your energy, your cheers, and your love for the game! Northwest Baseball is where families, friends, and teammates come together to make lifelong memories. Let’s make Spring 2026 our best season yet!
Sincerely,
Stan Thompson-League President
Other League Information
Player Drafts:
Players are drafted in our AA through Prep divisions. Only siblings may be placed on the same team no exceptions. Players will be placed strictly according to their age as of April 30, 2026, and will not move up or down based on parent requests.
Player Agents:
Northwest will now have Player Agents whose role is to ensure that all divisions follow league and Cal Ripken/Babe Ruth rules. They are here to answer parent and coach questions throughout the season, because if we don’t know, we can’t improve!
Coaches Clinic:
All coaches must attend a Coaches Clinic at Northwest Baseball before the season begins. The clinic will be led by Coach Stan Thompson from Bakersfield High School, who brings over 25 years of coaching experience and has participated in multiple clinics nationwide.
This event will help both new and experienced coaches develop new skills to pass along to their players.
Volunteer Requirements:
Each team must provide 8 volunteers (age 13+) to work in the snack bar once during the season.
Team Sponsors:
Every team is required to secure one $400 team sponsor each season. Many local businesses love to support youth baseball, it often just takes a quick phone call!
If a team does not obtain a sponsor, they will lose 2 points in the standings at the end of the season. Sponsorship funds help keep our league running strong during the offseason.
Parking:
No parking is allowed inside the park — no exceptions. Only authorized board members and staff may park inside the gates.
Handicap parking is available outside the gates in designated spots only, to ensure the safety of children and families inside the facility. Safety always comes first at Northwest!
Coach Requirements:
All coaches must complete Sexual Abuse Prevention Training and a background check prior to coaching.
Why Youth Baseball Matters
Youth baseball plays a vital role in building stronger kids and stronger communities. Here’s why:
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Physical Fitness: Promotes coordination, motor skills, and overall health.
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Teamwork & Social Skills: Teaches communication, cooperation, and friendship.
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Discipline & Work Ethic: Builds responsibility, focus, and a strong commitment to practice.
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Character Development: Encourages sportsmanship, perseverance, and respect.
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Healthy Competition: Helps players learn to handle wins and losses with grace.
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Sense of Belonging: Creates lifelong bonds and community pride.
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Mental Growth: Strengthens decision-making and problem-solving skills.
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Lifelong Enjoyment: Builds a lifelong love for the game.
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Time Management: Teaches kids to balance school, sports, and life.
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Community Building: Brings families and neighbors together in support of our youth.
In summary, youth baseball goes beyond teaching the fundamentals of the sport, it contributes to the holistic development of children, shaping their physical, social, and emotional well-being while instilling values that will benefit them throughout their lives.
At Northwest Bakersfield Baseball, we’re more than just a league — we’re a family.
Let’s make Spring 2026 a season to remember!
No Pets at the Facility
Animals are NOT allowed at the Northwest Bakersfield Baseball Facility. - No Exceptions, we will ask you to take your dog home. This is for the safety of everyone. Service dogs are the only animals permitted and must be on a leash per ADA Regulations. Comfort dogs, frequently found being carried in beach type bags are not considered service dogs per ADA Regulations and are not allowed on the complex.
No Smoking at the Facility
The use of tobacco products, electronic cigarettes, or vapor devices while supervising any child participating in activities associated with Northwest Bakersfield Baseball is strictly prohibited.
No Alcohol at the Facility
The possession or consumption of alcohol on the Northwest Bakersfield Baseball complex is strictly prohibited at all times.
