The following announcement was provided by Watertown Challenger Baseball:
Registration is officially open for the 2024 Challenger baseball season.
The first day will be Sunday April 28 10 a.m. at BB&N field (next to Filippello Park).
Watertown Challenger Baseball program allows children with special needs to participate in little league baseball in a safe environment. We are eagerly looking for players & “buddies” to help athletes.
What is Challenger Baseball?
The Challenger Baseball League is a program for developmentally and physically challenged youth (age 8-21), helping them to enjoy the full benefits of baseball in an athletic environment structured to their abilities.
What Are “Buddies”?
A Buddy’s job is simply to be a friend, engage his buddy in conversation, if possible; help him/her hit, throw, catch the ball if needed, keep the child’s attention on the game and make sure that the players are safe and no one gets hit with a ball or bat. This becomes a rewarding experience for both the player and the Buddy. All volunteers are required to fill out a CORI form.
We are looking for a full season (8 week) commitment and ask that Baseball Buddies arrive 15 minutes before the games. The Baseball Buddies program allows the parents to receive a much deserved break and cheer the players from the stands.
When: Sundays from 10 a.m.-noon for 8 weeks beginning on Sunday April 28, 2024
Where: BB&N Field or Victory Field
Registration: Registration is free of charge. Players & Buddies should register online. https://www.wybb.org/program/challenger/1976.