FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I register?

    Registration is completed online through our website. Simply select the desired program, complete the required information, and submit payment to secure your spot.

  • Experience needed? Yes

    Yes, it helps to have some playing experience in some organized fashion like rec league, comp ball, high school, college, or even adult softball.  We can and do accept limited experience players but this is not a novice league.  

  • How often do you practice?

    Short answer, no.   Practices are not required and not scheduled.  The KCABA does not furnish any practice times or fields to practice.  However, each team can arrange for their own practices at indoor facilities or arrange for their own practice field at their own expense.  Some teams practice prior to the season but once in season, teams typically just play games.  

  • What is included in the registration fee?

    Player Fees: 

    Player fees vary from league to league based on number of games, fields, and playoff structure.  Fees pay for: fields, lights, baseballs, insurance, NABA player dues, league administration, and  scheduling.  


    Umpire Fees:  

    Umpire fees are collected by your team manager and paid to the umpires prior to each game.  The league does not collect umpire fees.


    Uniforms are not included in your player registration.  Each team has their own set of uniforms and cost varies per team.  You will pay your manager directly for your uniform.  


    Equipment: 

    You must provide your own equipment; i.e. helmets, bats, bases, gloves etc.  The KCABA provides game baseballs to the manager prior to the season and is part of your player fee.

  • What is your refund or cancellation policy?

    Refund policies vary by program and are outlined during registration. In general, refunds may be available before the season begins, minus any administrative or processing fees.

  • How can I contact the organization with questions?

    You may contact the KCABA League President, Jonathan Krysa...


    email: kcabapresident@gmail.com or call/text: 816-547-3232


    I will respond as quickly as possible during regular business hours.

  • What fields do we play on?

    We strive to obtain the best available fields in the KC Metro area.  All our fields feature turf infields.  Some are completely turf while some feature turf infields and grass outfields. 


    18+ League: Raytown High School (turf), Creekside Baseball Complex (turf infield), Homefield Baseball Complex (turf), Macken Park (turf), Capital Federal Baseball Complex (turf infield), Legends Field (professional field)

     

    40+ League: Oak Park High School (turf)

  • What time/day do we play?

    18+ League: plays primarily on Sundays at 11am, 1:30pm, 4:00pm, 6:30pm, & 9:00pm.  There are some Monday evening dates at Creekside at 6:30pm & 9:00pm and some Wednesday nights at Raytown High School.


    40+ League: Sundays ONLY.  This leauge plays at 1:00pm, 3:30pm, and 6:00pm exclusively at Oak Park High School.  

  • What are the KCABA Game Rules?

    18+ League: 

    - Season: April-August

    - Games: 30 + playoffs

    - 7 inn DHers (typical) or 2 hour time limit

    - 9 inn singe games (on occassion) or 2.5 hour time limit

    - Run Rule: 10 runs after 5 inn (if 7 inn game) or 10 runs after 7 inn (if 9 inn game)

    - No new inning can start after time expires

    - Can end in tie

    - Player get 30 minutes prior to game to warm up

    - Field Rules: no gum, no seeds, no tobacco, no spikes


    40+ League: 

    - Season: April-August

    - 15+ games + playoffs

    - 7 inn single game or 2 hour time limit

    - Run Rule: 10 runs after 5 innings

    - No new inning can start after time expires

    - Can end in tie

    -Players get 30 min prior to game to warm up

    - Field Rules: no gum, no seeds, no tobacco, no spikes


  • How will I receive updates and announcements?

    All updates are sent via email and posted on the website. Please ensure your contact information is accurate so you don’t miss important communications.


    Your manager may elect to create his own messaging app like: GroupMe, Team Snap, Game Changer.


    Teams may use Game Changer to record game stats.  They can communicate schedules and updates on this forum.

  • Are games played on holidays?

    NO.  No games are scheduled on holidays!

  • What is the organization's code of conduct?

    All participants, family members, and spectators are expected to follow field rules and our code of conduct to ensure a safe and positive environment for everyone.  No alcohol, no abusive language, no drugs, and no fighting.  Be a decent human being.  


    Players:

    Venues have their own rules for turf fields: no gum, no tobacco, no seeds, no spikes.  You may wear turf shoes or molded cleats.