Challenger Baseball League

Step Up to the Plate with Valpo Parks Challenger Baseball League!

An adaptive sports program for athletes ages 5 - 22 with physical or intellectual challenges. The league focuses on building confidence and skills both on and off the field, while teaching baseball fundamentals like throwing, catching, and hitting. Beyond the game, players will learn teamwork, sportsmanship, and the value of connecting with fellow athletes in a supportive community. Some travel required. 

Register for both seasons before March 24 for a discounted combo price:
$80 Resident / $100 Non-Resident    

Spring Program Details

  • Age: 5 - 22 years old by April 1, 2026
  • Dates: Sundays, Mid April - June 
  • Times: 11 am - 12 pm
  • Location: Samardzija Field at Tower Park and other Lake County Locations
  • Fee: $50 Resident / $60 Non-Resident
  • Register by: March 24 
  • Includes: Jersey, Hat, & Medal

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Fall Program Details

  • Age: 5 - 22 years old by August 1, 2026
  • Dates: Sundays, Mid August - October
  • Times: 11 am - 12 pm
  • Location: Samardzija Field at Tower Park and other Lake County Locations
  • Fee: $50 Resident / $60 Non-Resident
  • Register by: July 21
  • Includes: Jersey, Hat, & Medal

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Youth Sports Refund Policy:

  • To be eligible for a refund, cancellations must be requested a minimum of seven (7) days before the published registration deadline.
  • Cancellations within seven (7) days of the registration deadline will not be refunded.
  • Refunds will be distributed back to the participant through a check in the mail. This process takes 4 – 6 weeks.
    • A $15.00 service charge for processing all cancellations will apply unless the Valpo Parks and Recreation Department cancels a program due to low enrollment.
  1. 1 Two players smiling in a dugout
  2. 2 Young player with adult on third base
  3. 3 Baseball team posing for a photo
  4. 4 Coaching pitching to player
  5. 5 A player and their buddy walking on the field
  6. 6 A player with their dad on the field

Challenger Baseball League - Volunteers Needed

Make a difference! Valpo Parks is looking for "Buddies" to help with our Challenger Baseball League. This league is for individuals with physical and intellectual challenges. Buddies are used to assist the players in the areas of batting, fielding and base running when necessary.

No prior experience is necessary and there will be a buddy meeting prior to the season starting. Buddies are needed for this program at a 1:1 ratio and should be able to commit to attending each session

Thank You Challenger Baseball Sponsors

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