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The Jersey Shore Baseball League

This league has been operating since 1928, the longest running amateur baseball league in NJ. The JSBL is a league for the advance baseball player. Teams must be voted into the JSBL. For players/teams that do not meet the JSBL requirements there is the JSBL AAA (18+) league. Below are some FAQ’s on the JSBL AAA (18+) program. If you have questions on the JSBL program please send us an e-mail or give us a ring.

JSBL AAA 18+ FAQs

When will the games be played?
What time are games scheduled?
How do I get a permit for a field?
Do I need a home field?
What will my fee cover?
How much will the league cost me?
How competitive will the league be?
Will there be double headers?
How far will I have to travel?
How old must I be?
What kind of bats can be used?
How many games will be played?
When will the season begin and end?
How do I apply to put a team in the JSBL (Advaned League)?

» When will the games be played?

All games in the JSBL AAA 18+ Spring/Summer, and Fall program will play on Sunday’s

» What time are games scheduled?

Games are scheduled at the time teams have a permit for their field.

» How do I get a permit for a field?

It depends who owns the field. Your best bet would be going to your local recreation department, the county recreation department, or board of education to apply for a permit. The sooner you do this the better.

» Do I need a home field?

Most teams that join the program have a home field. If you cannot obtain a home field, the league will schedule your games at your opponent’s field.

» What will my fee cover?

All players and teams will be provided with insurance, umpires, and baseballs.

» How much will the league cost me?

The registration fee is $2000 for the Spring/Summer and $1500 for the Fall.

» How competitive will the league be?

Most players have played High School Baseball. Some teams have current/former college players. The average age is 22 years old in this league.

» Will there be double headers?

There will be at least 2-3 double headers scheduled.

» How far will I have to travel?

The leagues are broken down into divisions based mainly on where the teams are located. Most games are no more than a 20 minute drive from your home.

» How old must I be?

The only age restriction is that a player must at least be 17 years old or older.

» What kind of bats can be used?

This is a wood bat only league.

» How many games will be played?

The Spring/Summer season will be a 13 game regular season and the Fall program will be a 10 game season.

» When will the season begin and end?

The Spring/Summer season will begin on May 19th and run through July. The Fall season will begin the Sunday after Labor Day and run through October.

» How do I apply to put a team in the JSBL (Advaned League)?

You can fill out an application on the website. Your team will then be invited to winter meeting in February. Teams applying will need to be able to provide a 20-25 man roster and a track record. Ideally your team would have current/former college caliber players.

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