2026 Summerball26 Information
Why Summerball26?
- Flexible schedule = no guilt! (This goes for coaches too!)
- No practices, just games!
- Teams are sorted by friends! (Be sure to let us know who those friends are)
- No geographic/school boundaries — ANYONE CAN PLAY!
- Low-pressure, FUN baseball & softball!
- Great & AFFORDABLE way to keep your player engaged in the game!
Have questions? See the Summerball FAQ →
All Divisions
Dates
- Registration Window: June 6th - June 30th
- Program Dates: July 6th - August 14th
-
Teams Announced: between June 30th (ish) and July 4th (ish) via email
and website1
General Information
- Format: Games only; no scheduled practices
- Game Schedule: 2 games per week, total 10-12 games
- Registration Fee: $75 per player (scholarships2 available)
- Uniform: Game shirt provided; wear spring season cap
- Required Equipment: Baseball glove, protective cup (recommended for boys), footwear
- Optional Equipment: Personal bat and helmet (shared equipment available)
Single-A Baseball Summerball26 (Sandlot)
We're excited to welcome families to Single-A baseball this summer! Below are the key details for this
division:
- Games will be sandlot1 format, giving maximum flexibility to players and coaches
over the summer
- For players with experience in Coach Pitch or Single-A only (not directly from
T-ball)
- Parent volunteers needed — all experience levels welcome! (see sidebar)
- See matrix below for more details on day, time, and locations
Please reach out to [email protected] with questions.
Softball Summerball26 (Sandlot)
We're excited to welcome our Softball families to Summerball26! We're offering a
two-tiered program designed to accommodate a range of ages and skill levels. Please review the following
information:
- Games will be sandlot1 format, bringing maximum flexibility to players and coaches
over the summer
- AA/AAA Softball is for developing AAA players and AA graduates
- AAA/Majors Softball is for experienced AAA players and returning Majors players
- Potential interleague play opportunities with neighboring leagues
- Volunteer coaches needed — all are welcome to help! (see sidebar)
- See matrix below for more details on day, time, and locations
If you have questions or need help determining the right division for your player, please contact
Andy
Clinch.
AA/AAA/MAJORS/JUNIORS Baseball Summerball26 (Interleague)
We're excited to welcome AA, AAA, Majors, and Juniors families to Summerball26! See below for
important program information:
- Traditional organized baseball program with set teams and regular game schedules
- Games will be interleague1 play, meaning competitive play against neighboring little
leagues
- Players are encouraged to play up to the level they'll play next year2
- AA Baseball may have a hybrid mix of sandlot and interleague
- Volunteer coaches needed — all are welcome to help! (see sidebar)
- See matrix below for more details on day, time, and locations
For questions or additional information, please contact
[email protected].
Why Play Up in Summerball26?
We encourage kids to move up a division in Summerball26 if they will be moving up NEXT season for
three key reasons:
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Better Competition – Local leagues (Ballard, Magnolia, Queen Anne, Shoreline, and more)
have agreed to align divisions based on where players will be in Spring of '27, creating balanced teams
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Low-Stakes, High-Growth – With All-Stars out playing tournaments, it's the perfect time to
safely adjust, take on new challenges, and build confidence in the new division
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Head Start for Spring 2027 – Getting early reps at the next level helps players settle in
and succeed when the regular season begins
The matrix below provides guidance on selecting the appropriate Summerball26 division, but the
answer may come more easily by asking yourself this question — where will my player play next
year?
If there is even a chance, then give it a go1!
Division Guidance for Summerball26
League Age |
Division Just Finished (Spring '26) |
Recommended Division (Summerball26) |
Notes |
| Softball |
| 8–10 |
Softball AA/AAA |
Softball AA/AAA (Sandlot) |
Contact Andy Clinch |
| 11–13 |
Softball AAA/Majors |
Softball AAA/Majors (Sandlot) |
Exp. AAA & returning Majors |
| Baseball |
| 7–8 |
A / Coach Pitch |
A (Sandlot) |
Must have completed CP or Single-A |
| 8–9 |
AA |
AA (Interleague/Sandlot) |
Strong 9s may try AAA |
| 9–11 |
AAA |
AAA (Interleague) |
Strong 10s may play Majors |
| 11–12 |
Majors |
Majors (Interleague) |
11s may stay in AAA |
| 13–15 |
Juniors / Seniors |
Juniors/Seniors (Interleague) |
13s may stay in Majors |
Day/Divisions Matrix for Summerball26
info
We are at the mercy of District 8's central scheduler for Summerball26 — however, we understand how important it is for families to plan ahead, so this year we are providing the days, times, and locations assigned to each division at the district level from 2025. This is not a guarantee or a cudgel to be wielded1, but simply a planning tool.
Anticipated Weeknight Schedule for Summerball26
|
District games/night (2025) |
| Division |
Fields |
Start Times |
Mon |
Tues |
Wed |
Thur |
| Softball |
| AA/AAA (Sandlot) |
TBD |
TBD |
TBD |
TBD |
TBD |
TBD |
| AAA/Majors (Sandlot) |
TBD |
TBD |
TBD |
TBD |
TBD |
TBD |
| Baseball |
| A (Sandlot) |
Ross Park / Northacres Park
A BB (2025): Northacres Park (7g), Ross Park (2g). Games may also be scheduled at other local fields within a 30-minute drive. See current field locations and maps.
|
6:00 PM |
– |
3 |
1 |
4 |
| AA (Interleague/Sandlot) |
Multiple (incl. LW Cloverleaf)
AA BB (2025): Lower Woodland (9g), Northacres Park (5g), Dahl Playfield (3g), Ross Park (2g), Meadowbrook (2g), Maple Leaf (2g), Magnuson Park (2g), Pinehurst (1g). Games may also be scheduled at other local fields within a 30-minute drive.
|
4:00–6:00 PM |
9 |
7 |
4 |
6 |
| AAA (Interleague) |
Multiple (incl. LW Cloverleaf)
AAA BB (2025): Ross Park (7g), Lower Woodland (7g), Maple Leaf (5g), West Queen Anne (2g), Dahl Playfield (2g), Northacres (1g), Gilman (1g), Interbay (1g), Magnuson (1g), View Ridge (1g). Games may also be scheduled at other local fields within a 30-minute drive.
|
6:00 PM |
12 |
2 |
9 |
5 |
| Majors (Interleague) |
Multiple (incl. LW Cloverleaf)
MAJ BB (2025): Lower Woodland (9g), West Queen Anne (2g), Ross Park (2g), Magnuson Park (2g), Gilman (1g), Soundview (1g), Loyal Heights (1g). Games may also be scheduled at other local fields within a 30-minute drive.
|
6:00 PM |
– |
8 |
1 |
9 |
| Juniors (Interleague) |
Multiple (incl. LW Cloverleaf)
JUNIORS BB (2025): Whitman/Soundview Playfield (14g), Northshore Athletic Fields (8g), Lower Woodland (3g), Willis Tucker (2g), Meadowbrook (2g), Magnuson (1g). Games may also be scheduled at other local fields within a 30-minute drive.
|
5:00–7:00 PM |
12 |
4 |
5 |
9 |