2026 Rookieball – FAQ’s

What is Rookieball?
Rookieball is a form of baseball that uses a pitching machine as the pitcher. It is played between teams of 10 players using special playing rules. The purpose of Rookieball is to introduce kids to a pitched ball in a safe environment using a pitching machine. Rookieball is the ideal stepping stone between t-ball and baseball.

What are the ages?
Kids born in 2017, 2018 or 2019.

When does the season start and end?
Evaluation Day is Sunday, May 3rd. Practices begin about a week later. First games are played Monday, May 25th. The year-end tournament is August 21 – 23.

How often do the teams play and practice?
Teams play once each week on Mondays. All teams practice once per week. Each team’s practice day is selected by their coach in late April.

Are there any weekend tournaments?
The year-end tournament is August 21-23.

What equipment is required?
Players must provide their own baseball glove, helmet, protective cup & footwear. Most players wear rubber-soled cleats but running shoes are permitted. Uniforms and all other equipment are provided.

Can my son (or daughter) be on the same team as their friend(s)?
Usually yes. Both players should mark their one specific request on their registration forms. In past seasons we have been able to accommodate the great majority of the requests we have received.

How are the teams balanced?
All new and returning Rookieball players are asked to attend an Evaluation Day at Tom Chater, 3195 The Collegeway, on Sunday, May 3rd at 11 am.

Does everyone receive the same amount of playing time?
Yes. Although this will vary from one game to the next, over the course of the season all players that show up consistently should play equally.

Do I have to live in a certain geographic area to play House League baseball?
All players must be residents of Mississauga.

When and where are the games played?
Games are played Mondays at Birchwood Park, 1101 Clarkson Road.

How will I be notified in the spring?
Everyone who has signed up on our website for the MSBA BaseKnock newsletter will be notified by  e-mail in mid-April. Notices will also be posted on our website www.msbabaseball.ca. Please note we are not able to contact each player individually. Sometimes large “mass” emails like these get redirected, so please check your spam/junk folders.

How can I help?
Each team has a head coach and 1 or 2 assistant coaches. Please contact dmcaree@rogers.com if you’re able to help. All needed information, equipment and training is provided. A bit of baseball experience helps, but is not required! Coaching can be very rewarding – and a lot of fun!