About Ventura NABA

The Ventura NABA league is currently comprised of 18 teams in three different divisions.
The American Division is open for ages 18 and older. 
The National Division is for ages 28 and older. 
(Special provisions are allowed for 2 under 28 players.  See Ventura Rules for more details.)
The Federal Division is for ages 38 and older.

The Ventura NABA usually plays a 20-22 game schedule beginning early March continuing through August, followed by double-elimination playoffs, and a 3 game championship series.  We play on Sundays either in the morning or afternoon, with an occasional double-header.  We do not play on holiday weekends (Easter, Mother’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day).  There are, however, Tournaments held on some of those week-ends for those who would like to participate. .

What do I need to Get Started?

You will need a team.... and a team MAY need you!
Tryouts will be held in early/mid January.  Come out and tryout, there are teams looking for all skill levels.   Many guys are making comebacks after 15-20 years of baseball absence.  
If you could not make the tryouts, you can still be placed in the player pool and be eligible to play.  Many teams need more guys mid-season, be sure to add yourself to the player pool early.
 

Where and When we play

The Ventura NABA plays primarily on high school, college, and city parks fields around the Ventura area. For the last few years we have played at Ventura College stadium field, Huntsinger Field, Pacifica High School and Buena High School.  We play just about every Sunday between Mid-March until September, except holiday weekends. Game times are typically 10am or 2pm.

Summary of NABA Rules

Games are regulation 9 innings with a 3 hour time limit. Playing by primarily Major League rules, the NABA has a few exceptions which are designed to prevent injury and give players more playing time. For example, there is a " no collision" rule, a no fake tag rule, a courtesy runner rule, and an 8 person start rule.  There is free substitution on defense and a starter re-entry rule for the batting order. Baseball uniforms are required – no blue jeans, cut-offs, shorts, nor sweats are allowed for league play. Everyone must wear baseball shoes, socks, and pants; and caps and shirts must match with numbers on the back of the shirts. While the belts, pants, socks and sleeves do not necessarily have to match, teams are encouraged to vote to have matching uniforms as it adds to the image of our leagues. Wood, aluminum, graphite, and ceramic bats are used and steel spikes are allowed. You cannot, however, sharpen them and there are no Ty Cobb type sliding tactics allowed – everyone has to go to work the next day! In addition, the NABA has NO ALCOHOL, NO DRUGS, and NO TOBACCO PRODUCTS rules as practically every facility where we play has those selfsame rules.

How much are fees and where do they go?

Team fees will vary considerably because some teams have obtained sponsorships, others sponsor themselves; some are existing teams while others are new ; and some teams uniforms are more elaborate than others. So depending on a particular team’s circumstances, fees generally range around $350 per player for the entire season including uniform.

The league entry fees portion of a players team fee covers field rentals, required liability insurance costs, game balls, administrative costs, and team and individual awards for division winners and league champions. The remaining portion of team fees covers a per player share of umpires fees and uniform and equipment costs.

The National Adult Baseball Association offers membership packages that accommodate the interests and needs of local leagues. Your league may offer some or all of the following benefits:

• 20-30 Game Schedule
• Local Weekend Baseball
• NABA League Commemorative Tee-shirt
• Liability insurance coverage
• All Star Games – MVP Award
• Division Winner Awards
• Championship Game & Awards
• Regional and State Tournaments
• National Tournament in Phoenix, AZ
• Discounts on merchandise and equipment
• Subscription to BASEBALL TODAY – The official publication of the NABA
• Membership in a Nationally Recognized Organization
• And Much More

How to join

You can participate in our open try-outs ( usually held in mid-January) and get drafted by one of our teams OR you can get assigned to a team from our Players Pool. To sign-up and/or get placed on the Players Pool if you are unable to attend try-outs but would like to play, 
contact us by phone or our easy Web Sign up page. 

What is NATIONAL ADULT BASEBALL ASSOCIATION

The National Adult Baseball Association (NABA) offers baseball to adults of all ages and abilities and has developed a program that is a proven outlet for a wholesome and satisfying opportunity to play America’s favorite pastime, Baseball!

The NABA is a nationally based program with local leagues in cities across the country playing baseball under a common set of rules; leagues that are both organized and fun, but affordable as well. NABA leagues strive to provide quality baseball in the best conditions and environment the local community has to offer.

Classified by age and experience level, NABA has over 25,000 player-members playing baseball in organized leagues in more than 43 states. Divided into 18 & Over, 30 & Over, 40 & Over, and 50 & Over age groups, the advanced, intermediate and recreational levels of play remove the intimidation factor, giving players with little or no experience and those whose skills are a bit rusty, the chance to play and have fun.

Open to all NABA members, NABA regional and national tournaments give you the chance to play against teams from across the nation. Following the design of local leagues, NABA tournaments are organized to be competitive and fun. NABA members match their skills against opponents as they vie for team and individual honors and awards. Whether representing a league as Champions, an All Star team, or joining a team at the tournament, NABA players get the chance to share the bond between all members: the love of Baseball.

Whatever the situation, the NABA is committed to providing fair, well-organized and enjoyable amateur baseball to all interested adults.

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Contact Us @;

Ventura NABA
Steve Zolotas
 
805 642-0173 

Web administrator
boxscore@west.net

Visit also:

National Adult Baseball Association website

www.Dugout.org