A chance for kids to come together as a team and be cheered on. We don’t count outs and we don’t count runs. Everybody plays. Everybody scores. Everybody wins.
Challenger Baseball participants learn the fundamentals of baseball while also experiencing teamwork, encouragement from peers, and the joy of being celebrated by a crowd.
All players are named All-Stars and receive trophies at the end-of-season picnic.
Player Ages: St. Louis Challenger Baseball is a baseball league for youngsters and adults with developmental disabilities ages 5 and up (our oldest player is 68!).
Games: Sunday evenings at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Youth Association Fields 650 South 6th Street, Pacific, MO
Season Timing: Fall season Exact dates will be announced soon.
Our Goal:
The fundamental goal of Challenger Baseball is to give everyone a chance to play.
We don’t count strikes or outs. Everybody scores. Everybody wins.
How It’s Played:
Challenger tailors rules to match each player’s ability while maintaining safety. Players use the same fields, equipment, and uniforms as non-disabled teams.
Players may hit from a tee or from a pitcher. Teams play within similar skill levels on attached fields.
Become a Buddy:
Challenger Baseball is all about making friends. Buddies (ages 10–20) assist players on the field, offer encouragement, and build lasting friendships.
Adults are encouraged to support from the sidelines and cheer on our players.