CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF COMPETITION, MEMORIES AND LAUGHS!

The BAA Men’s Softball league (the "League") has been enjoyed by Boxford residents since 1981. More than 200 players gather each summer to relive the glory days of their youth - some successful....most not so successful!

The League consists of Boxford residents and town employees only. It  provides  an amazing opportunity for families new to town to meet other residents in a fun and social atmosphere. The strength and longevity of this League is built on community and purpose both on and off the field. This is a league where life-long friends not only can, but will, be formed. A league where fathers and sons have the chance to play competitive sport on the same team.

The League is comprised of twelve (12) teams split into two divisions (North and South). Teams typically play two (2) (but occasionally 3) games per week starting a 6:30 P.M. The season starts in mid-June and continues through late August including playoffs.

Players MUST meet the following criteria:

1. MUST be a Boxford resident or town employee.
2. MUST be at least 30 years old.
3. MUST not take yourself seriously.
4. MUST enjoy post-game socializing as much as the game itself.

The season winds down with a great charity golf tournament held at Far Corners Golf Course followed immediately by an end of season banquet.

Looking forward to seeing you on the softball field!

Check out our Facebook page at Pulled Hammy's Take Two for more information and insight.

The BAA Men's Softball league (the "League") has been blessed with an endless list of quality individuals over the past four decades. Starting in 2020 the League would like to acknowledge those players who have recently passed.

Although no longer in the line-up their spirit remains each season, game and at bat.

Joe Furrier (Hawks)
Howard Schneider (Raiders)

North                       vs.                  South

Chiefs                                               Bears
Brewers                                           Buccaneers                                   
Broncos                                           Cowboys
Falcons                                            Eagles
Jets                                                    Hawks
Raiders                                            Patriots
Titans                                               Saints
 

MANAGERS MEETING (May 21st)

The manager’s meeting will be held at Boyscout Park on Friday May 21st starting promptly at 6:30pm (rain date is Monday May 24th).  Agenda items including proposed rule changes, draft/tryout guidelines and other relevant topics.

Each team is permitted to have two representatives at the manager's meeting - no need for a posse! If you are unable to attend please designate an individual to represent you.

TRYOUT/DRAFT (June 6th)

ARRIVE EARLY!!!

The tryout/draft will be held on Sunday June 6th (2:30pm) at Boyscout Park. We will keep with the usual protocol of fielding, batting and (time permitting) game situational play. A tryout roster of new players will be provided prior to the draft.

Tryout jerseys will be provided to each participant. New players unable to attend the tryout/draft will have their name go into the hat to ensure selection to a team.

ANNUAL ONE-PITCH TOURNAMENT (June 19th)

This one pitch tournamentwill be held on Saturday June 19th at Johnson   field (J1 and J2) with games starting at 9:00am. This is a great kick-off to the beginning of the season. A catered BBQ lunch will be provided along with plenty of laughs and at least two pulled hamstrings!

Let's get at least eight (8) teams to participate in this long-standing softball tradition. We'll need assistance with set-up and clean-up.

SEASON OPENER/FIELDS (June 21st)

The season opens with games on Monday June 21st.  All fields are expected to be in use this season. Should Cargill field be shut down we will shift games to Spofford. 

Fences will be put up as soon as possible at Johnson and Boyscout. For those of you asking………… a 290’ poke gets you a dinger at Boyscout Park this year!

ANNUAL ALL-STAR Game (September 19th):

The annual all-star game will be held at Boyscout Park on Sunday September 19th starting at 2:30pm. More to come.

BAA MEN'S SOFTBALL CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT/END OF SEASON BANQUET (September 24th)

The BAA Men’s Softball Charity Golf Tournament will be held at Far Corners on Friday September 24th 12 noon shotgun start. Participants will be limited to eighty (80) players on a first come first serve basis. On-line registration will be available around mid-season.

Golf will be followed by the annual end of season banquet (6:30pm start time) assuming no COVID-19 restrictions. Yes, the menu WILL BE reevaluated for those not impressed with leathery steak!

The 2021 softball schedule is provided in the attachment below. Games will be posted to the website calendar soon.

HOME TEAM LISTED LAST

ALL REGULAR SEASON GAMES - 6:30 PM START

PLAYOFF GAMES - 6:00 PM START

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Preseason Field Reservations
(Based on requests through May 8th)

    Team                     Field                        Day                            Time

   Jets                    Boyscout                Friday                     6pm until they fatigue   

   Titans               Cargill                      Sundays                 8am-10am

   Saints               Boyscout                Sundays                8am-10am

   Raiders            Johnson #1           Sunday                  2pm-4pm (May 23rd ONLY)

   Bears                Johnson #2            Sundays              2pm-4pm (except May 23rd)

   Chiefs               Boyscout                Sunday                 6pm  (June 6/13th)
                                Johnson #1            Sunday                6pm (May 23rd)

  Brewers            Cargill                      Sunday                 4pm-6pm (May 16/23rd)

   Hawks               Spofford                 Sunday                  8am-10am

  Falcons              Boyscout               Sunday                  10am-12pm

NOTE:

1. Saturdays at Johnson #1 from 8am -10am is open to ALL PLAYERS for practice!

2. Johnson field is NOT available until 2pm on Sundays and on Saturdays from 10am-2pm

3. Spofford is not available after 10am on both Saturday and Sunday.

The B.A.A. does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender identity, race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, handicap, disability or ability to pay.  The Boxford Athletic Association does not tolerate sexual harassment by any participant in its programs, adult or child.