Welcome to Park Ridge Recreational Baseball, where players from Pre-K through 8th grade come together to share the love of the game.

From the littlest sluggers taking their first swings, to the more experienced players honing their skills, our rec program offers a nurturing environment for growth and development at every level.  With teams spanning various grade levels, each game is a testament to the dedication and teamwork fostered within our community.

Coaches emphasize teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship, preparing players for competitive play while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

FIELDS

EQUIPMENT

The PRAA supplies teams with basic equipment including: jerseys, hats, catchers equipment, and baseballs. Players should use their own helmets, gloves and bats.  All bats must meet PRAA Baseball Rules’ specifications (with USA Baseball sticker), which are strictly enforced for child safety. Use of heart guards and athletic cups for all players are also required under PRAA Baseball Rules. 

Travel Baseball Leagues (Spring/Summer/Fall)

NEBAS (Northeast Baseball All Stars) League - http://www.nebasleague.com/
- Player eligibility calendar follows the Little League Baseball; birthday after Sept 1st, player cannot play down (you can verify with whoever is head coach or contact the PRAA baseball commissioner)
    - i.e. 9U - Age must be 9 or under with no player turning 10 before 9/1/24 (if birth date is after 9/1 then that player will need to play up a level / 10U in this example)
    - i.e. 11U - Age must be 11 or under with no player turning 12 before 9/1/24 (if birth date is after 9/1 then that player will need to play up a level / 12U in this example)
    
USABL - https://www.usabl.com/
- Player eligibility calendar is different from NEBAS, the birth dates are later so the teams are more flexible with age groups
    - USABL age calculator - https://www.usabl.com/agecalc

North Jersey Suburban League - https://njsbl.us/
- Player eligibility calendar follows the Little League Baseball; birthday after Sept 1st, player cannot play down (you can verify with whoever is head coach or contact the PRAA baseball commissioner)
    - i.e. 9U - Age must be 9 or under with no player turning 10 before 9/1/24 (if birth date is after 9/1 then that player will need to play up a level / 10U in this example)
    - i.e. 11U - Age must be 11 or under with no player turning 12 before 9/1/24 (if birth date is after 9/1 then that player will need to play up a level / 12U in this example)

PLAYER & TEAM SELECTION PROCESS

Ideal roster size is generally about 12 players, which allows for ample playing time, gaining valuable practice/game experience and fostering continued baseball skill development.  It should be noted that summer travel is a more competitive playing environment, and some players may be better suited for “intermediate” level teams.  Nevertheless, when player interest and coach availability allow, PRAA Baseball will always do its best to field as many summer travel teams as possible.

As a result, a decision must be made by some families that have children who may have started school late or are “older” for their grade.  Each Rec Baseball season, every family has the option to “play with their grade” and enjoy playing baseball with their friends or “play up” in an older division. 

Please contact the commissioner or baseball committee members with any questions.