The 2024 EU14 and U14 Futures League saw and increase in numbers again this year with just over 100 players participating in 8 teams across the two competitions. The EU14 again providing a great platform for first time U14 players to get some experience before the regular season and allowed them an opportunity to test themselves on a bigger field and adjust to additional rules that are not played in Little League. The U14 games provided a high standard of play and a great warmup for the players, allowing them to dust off the cobwebs from time off and should hit the ground running for the regular club season.
– Ben Trotter, U14FL Coordinator
U16 & U18
The 2024 U16 and U18 Futures League programs continued to go from strength to strength with more than 140 players participating in 11 teams across three competitions, including a new U16 Emerging competition. The U18s games provided a high standard of play and a great warmup for the players who went to the United States with the Australian U16 and U18 national squads. This term three development program also served as a valuable observation opportunity for the U16 and U18 Baseball Queensland coaching staffs ahead of the BQ Showcase series and eventual team selections.
– Jim Strachan, U16 & U18 Coordinator
Women’s
Year 3 of the Women’s Futures League saw great progress, with three well-matched teams delivering competitive games throughout the season. The players embraced the debut of the new pinstriped jerseys, adding to the league’s evolving identity. Looking ahead to Year 4, we are confident the league will continue to grow, building on its strong foundation and increasing momentum. We extend our sincere appreciation to the supporters, scorers, umpires, players, and hosting clubs for their ongoing dedication. We look forward to what WFL24 will bring as we continue to elevate women’s baseball in Queensland.
– John Pickford, WFL Coordinator