Montgomery / Rocky Hill Baseball Fans:

Montgomery Baseball's 

2014 Spring Recreation Registration

Is Now Open for All Players

Ages 4 to 15 - Pre-K and up! 

We are pleased to announce exciting NEW changes to our lineup of programs for 2014!

• • • We are introducing a new, Pre-K division - Cougar Cubs - for players 4-5 years old that will start Kindergarten next Fall
  • • We will continue to have our successful I-Ball, D-Ball and Rookie programs - divisions for players in Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade
  • • We have created a new 3^rd/4^th grade division - Minors  - where the kids pitch, base stealing is allowed, and includes a certified umpire
  • • We have created a new 5^th/6^th grade division - Majors - which is played on our two intermediate "50/70" fields, adds leading, pick-offs, balks, base stealing and includes two certified umpires
  • • We are introducing more scheduling flexibility in our Babe Ruth (13 to 15 year olds) program to allow MHS and UMS athletes the opportunity to play MBL recreational baseball with their friends without conflicting with the school programs

In addition to our recreational leagues, we have many fun events in store for our players this season:

• • Expanded Opening Day Ceremony Activities
• • Applebee’s Family Pancake Breakfast
• • Montgomery High School (MHS) home game hosted at our McKnight Complex
• • MBL Family Night Out at the Somerset Patriots Game
• • MBL Free Outdoor Movie Night at our McKnight Complex 
• • Expanded Championship Day Festivities
• • New Player Clinic and Training Options, including free partnership programs with MHS Varsity Baseball Coach Pete Mueller and OHES Physical Education teacher Johnny Rooney of JR Hit-n-Run Academy
• And new for 2014:  Team-specific calendars and optional text alerts for practice and game reminders! 
  • This year, with just a few clicks, you can create an account that makes registration easier and gives you access to new features from our website partner, League Lineup, including text alerts for your game and practice schedules and field closings when it rains. 
• We have so much in store for our players, their families and our community this year!
  

NOTE:  Specific details on game and practice schedules for each division will be available in early March, but all Spring Rec Baseball programs start on April 1st and run through June 15th (no sessions on planned for 5/12 & 5/19 due to Spring Break and 5/24 due to Memorial Day weekend). 

Click HERE to Register Now!

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THANK YOU!

Opening Day is a celebration of baseball and community that is always one of the biggest highlights of our Montgomery Baseball League season.  This year we anticipate an even bigger and better event than in years past.  Learn how you can be part of the planning team by contacting Lauren Quatrocchi or Brian Smith.

Believe it or not, it's almost time to open the McKnight Baseball Complex for the 2014 Baseball Season.  As we do every year in in mid-to-late March, a team of volunteers get together to help set up our batting cage nets, put up backstop screens, install bases, hang bat holders, and generally get the complex ready for play.  WE NEED YOUR HELP!

Our 2014 Field Maintenance Opening Work Day is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 22nd, at 9:30 AM (weather permitting) (our backup date is Saturday, March 29th, at 9:30 AM).  With enough people, we typically complete the work by around 1:00 PM.  The more volunteers show up to help out, the quicker the work gets done!

As you know, the Montgomery Baseball League is a 100% volunteer non-profit organization, and we rely on the involvement of so many to make things happen throughout the year.  Your active participation, no matter how small, is key to our programs’ – as well as your child’s – success.  From our lively Spring and Fall Rec programs, to our successful spring and summer Travel teams, to our popular Covino Tournament, to our wide ranging fundraising activities, to our hosting the first-ever baseball game for the Special Olympics of New Jersey - we could not have done all of this without YOU!  Thank you!
 

Click on "Calendar" on the left nav bar for a complete listing of all activities.  Below are some highlights:

   ZONED SPORTS ACADEMY PRE-SEASON CLINIC
   24 E. Kearney Street, Bridgewater
   Friday, March 21st from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
   MBL and Zoned are partnering up to get you ready for the upcoming season!
   A fun, interactive program with creative baseball drills held at our indoor facility
   Designed by professional instructors to help teach new skills and reinforce existing ones.  
   Players (ages 6 - 14) will be separated into groups by age and skill
   Bring a water bottle, sneakers, a baseball glove, and bat (gloves & bats will be provided)
   Cost: $25 per player     Click HERE for more details     Click HERE to register

   DICK'S SPORTING GOODS MBL APPRECIATION DAY
   530 Nassau Park Blvd, Princeton
   Saturday, March 29th from 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM
   Receive 20% your entire purchase* with a special coupon (available soon) 
   This offer is available only to registered MBL players and their families
   Click HERE to print your coupon
      * some restrictions apply
 

   OPENING DAY CEREMONIES
   McKnight Baseball Complex
   Saturday, April 5th from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
   Parade & Celebration featuring 
      - 1st Pitch by Montgomery Twsp Mayor Rich Smith
      - Sparkee from the Somerset Patriots & other Surprise Guests
      - Johnny Rooney will be hosting Ripken Quickball Games
   More details coming soon   
 

  APPLEBEE'S PANCAKE BREAKFAST
  315 Route 206, Hillsborough
  Saturday, April 26th from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  Enjoy a hearty breakfast of pancakes, eggs, sausage, and coffee, tea, milk, or juice
  (This event will not conflict with any scheduled games or practices)
  Cost:  $10 per person
  Proceeds go to Montgomery Baseball League

   MOTHER'S DAY FLOWER SALE
   McKnight Baseball Complex & Thomas Sweet Cafe
   Saturday, May 10th & Sunday, May 11th - While Supplies Last!
   Pick up a dozen colorful tulips for all of the Moms in your life!
   The event is always a big hit and we always run out, so get your's early!
   Cost:  $10 per dozen
   All proceeds go to Montgomery Baseball League

   SOMERSET PATRIOTS BASEBALL NIGHT
   TD Bank Ballpark, 860 E. Main Street, Bridgewater
   Saturday, May 17th (Gates open at 6:00 PM; Game Time 7:05 PM)
   Come join us for an evening of professional baseball and fireworks in our own backyard!
   Open to all registered MBL players, their friends, and families!
   All attendees can participate in the pre-game parade!
   A few lucky players will get to throw out a first pitch!
   Tickets are available at Parent Night or from your Rec Coach
   Cost:  $10/Upper Box Seat (Buy 4, Get the 5th Ticket FREE!)
   Proceeds go to Montgomery Baseball League 

 

   TIGER'S TALE NIGHT
   1290 Route 206, Skillman
   Wednesday, May 21st from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
   Bring the entire family to enjoy some great food, drinks, and fun!
   Tiger's Tale will donate a portion of your bill to Montgomery Baseball
  

  MONTGOMERY BASEBALL OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT
  McKnight Baseball Complex - Field H
  Saturday, May 31 @ 6:00 PM (Movie Starts after Sunset)
  Join us for a fun-filled evening with a baseball-themed movie under the stars
  Kids enjoy a pre-movie Ripken QuickBall game with Johnny Rooney and other fun events!
  Local MBL sponsors will be on hand as well
  The Concession Stand will be open and the Bar-B-Que will be grillin'
  This community-wide event is FREE and open to all!
  Help us choose which Movie to show:  See the top of this page to take our Movie Poll!