Recreational Division

Fun, no-pressure games without strikes or outs, where all players hit and circle the bases.

Each player gets paired up with a one-on-one helper we call a “buddy” that assists and encourages.
Games generally last 45 minutes or 2 innings. Each team bats through the entire batting order every inning.
Metal/wood bats are NOT permitted in this division, for safety reasons. Plastic bats only.
These games are broken down by age group.
No previous baseball experience required.

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Competitive Divison

Youth Competitive Division (Thursdays at 6 pm): Ages 5-14
Adult Competitive Division (Wednesdays at 6 pm): Ages 15 and up
Game Duration: Each game lasts four full innings unless shortened due to time constraints.
Scoring: Score is kept with both a winning and losing team.
Game Length: Each half inning ends after either three outs or five+ runs are scored. All runs scored on the play generating the fifth run count.
Pitching: A Miracle League of Arizona staff member or designated volunteer will pitch to both teams.

Outs & Strikes: Competitive Divisions use modified rules for outs and strikes.
Strikeouts: If a batter swings and misses five times (foul balls don't count), they will switch to using the tee.
Bunting: Bunting is not allowed.
Extra Base on Overthrows: No extra base on an overthrow. If a runner stops at a base, they remain there even if the ball rolls away.
Runners: Once the ball is returned to the pitcher, runners must stop at their current or approaching base.
Stealing: Stealing second and third bases is allowed after the ball leaves the pitcher’s hand, but stealing home plate is not allowed.
Base Leading: No leading off the bases.
Home Runs: No inside-the-park home runs in the Adult Competitive Division. The maximum number of bases a batter can reach on a hit that doesn't clear the fence is three.

Defensive Players: The maximum number of defensive players on the field at one time is 11 (including 6 outfielders).
Infielders' Positions: Infielders must touch the base closest to them for a force out; outs at other bases must be made by throwing the ball to a teammate.
Fielding Duties: Defensive players must stay in their assigned positions to allow teammates to field balls hit in their direction.
Ball Type: All games are played with a soft, baseball-size Easton Incrediball.

Infield Fly Rule: There is no infield fly rule.
Major League Baseball Rules: Standard MLB rules apply for all other plays.
Volunteer Support: Although volunteer support will be available, players must be able to bat and field independently and follow directions to stay on task.

*NOTE* The Miracle League of Arizona staff will determine the suitability/skill level for participants to play at this level. They will discuss with parent if this league is appropriate for child; however, final determination rests solely with the MLAZ staff.

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Game Schedules

Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Saturday

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Fall 2024 Season

October 12th - November 23rd

Winter 2025 Season

January 11th - February 22nd

Spring 2025 Season

March 15th - April 24th

Recreational Division

Saturday Game Schedule

Time

Ages

Teams

9:00 am

5-7

Braves vs. Mets

10:00 am

7-8

Cardinals vs. Cubs

11:00 am

8-10

Diamondbacks vs. Rockies

12:00 pm

10-11

Guardians vs. Astros

1:00 pm

12-14

Dodgers vs. Giants

2:00 pm

15-18

Mariners vs. Athletics

3:00 pm

19-26

Red Sox vs. Yankees

4:00 pm

27-99

Rays vs. Tigers

Recreational Division

Tuesday Game Schedule

Time

Ages

Teams

6:00 pm

5-10

White Sox vs. Royals

7:00 pm

11-99

Twins vs. Braves

Competitive Division

Saturday Game Schedule

Time

Ages

Teams

5:00 pm

15-99

Angels vs. Rangers

Competitive Division

Wednesday Game Schedule

Date

Time

3rd Base

1st Base

1/15

6:00 pm

Padres

Phillies

1/15

7:15 pm

Padres

Pirates

1/22

6:00 pm

Phillies

Pirates

1/22

7:15 pm

Phillies

Padres

1/29

6:00 pm

Pirates

Padres

1/29

7:15 pm

Pirates

Phillies

2/5

6:00 pm

Padres

Phillies

2/5

7:15 pm

Padres

Pirates

2/12

6:00 pm

Phillies

Pirates

2/12

7:15 pm

Phillies

Padres

2/19

6:00 pm

Pirates

Padres

2/19

7:15 pm

Pirates

Phillies

Competitive Division

Thursday Game Schedule

Time

Ages

Teams

6:00 pm

15-14

Orioles vs. Blue Jays

Recreational Division

Competitive Divison

Have a question?

Please call our office at (480) 686-8137

Want to volunteer to be a "buddy"?

Free Admission

Game Schedules

Fall 2024 Season

October 12th - November 23rd

Winter 2025 Season

January 11th - February 22nd

Spring 2025 Season

March 15th - April 24th

Recreational Division

Saturday Game Schedule

Time

Ages

Teams

Recreational Division

Tuesday Game Schedule

Time

Ages

Teams

Competitive Division

Saturday Game Schedule

Time

Ages

Teams

Competitive Division

Wednesday Game Schedule

Date

Time

3rd Base

1st Base

Competitive Division

Thursday Game Schedule

Time

Ages

Teams

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