Frequently Asked Questions

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• What is Como Ball?
  A: A youth baseball and softball association offering in-house and traveling baseball and softball options for boys and girls ages 6-15.
• Why Como Ball?
  A: With the closing of Saint Paul Midway Baseball in 2023, a need arose to provide a quality baseball and softball program to the north end. The Como Ball Youth Baseball & Softball Association was created to fill that void and provide a comprehensive, inclusive and enriching baseball and softball experience for youth aged 6-15 living in and around the Como Neighborhood.
• Where are Como Ball games played?
  A: Multiple locations in the Como neighborhood will host games, including North Dale Rec Center and Northwest Como Rec center
• How old does my child have to be in order to be eligible to play Como Ball?
  A: Players should be at least 6 years old and no older than 15 years old by August 31.
• Are there residency requirements for Como Ball?
  A: No. While we primarily serve families on the north end, we welcome any youth athlete who is interested in building their skills and being a part of our growing program.
• What equipment does my child need to play?
  A: Como Ball teams will have access to helmets and bats, but players are encouraged to bring any equipment that helps them play their best.
  Required gear: Baseball or Softball Glove. (if you are in need of financial assistance for the required gear, please contact us)
  Recommended gear: batting gloves, cleats, protective cup, sliding shorts, baseball/softball pants.
• Where can I buy Como Ball apparel?
  A: We'll have a store open soon!
  
• When is the Como Ball season?
  A: Summer Games are played June through July
• When, where, and how long are practices?
  Practices will be held on Monday nights at a location TBD. Practices will be 1.5 - 2 hours long. Schedule will be posted on our calendar.
• Are there travel options?
  A: Yes. For kids 13 and over. There will be additional fees for league and tournaments play.
• When does registration open?
  A: Registration opens in January and runs through March. Register here.
• Are there any volunteer opportunities?
  A: Yes! We'd love your help! Opportunities include Coaches, Assistant Coaches, Field Maintenance, Concessions, Videographer, Photographer, Scorekeepers.
• When are games scheduled?
  A: Each league will have two games a week. Visit our Games & Practices page to see schedule by league.
• How many games are scheduled per week? 
  A: Each league will have two games a week. Visit our Games & Practices page to see schedule by league.
• How many games are there in a season?
  A: Teams will play at least 8 games. Complete schedule TBD.
• What if I have more questions?
  A: We'd love to hear from you! Email us at comoball23@gmail.com