About us

Ponce de Leon Baseball League was founded in 1986 to give men in the DC Metro area a chance to suit up and get back on the ball field – but we're much more than just another league.

This isn't softball – it's hardball, baseball, the real thing. Ponce gives anyone a chance to play, regardless of their ability (or lack thereof). Though experience playing baseball might help, we welcome players of all ages (30+) and skill levels. It's your opportunity to play the same game the big leaguers do.

Named after the Spanish explorer who searched for the mythical Fountain of Youth, Ponce de Leon Baseball embodies that same spirit. We're here for adults over 30 who don't take the game too seriously – we just want to have fun while rediscovering our love for baseball!

What Makes Ponce Special

Leveled Playing Field

  • Minimum age requirements for pitching help reduce velocity, giving everyone a better chance to hit

  • No standings – every team gets a shot at the season-ending championship

  • All players guaranteed playing time – no one sits out more than one inning

  • Continuous batting order with unlimited defensive substitutions

What Players Say About Us:

  • "Laid-back atmosphere"

  • "Good try!" is heard more than criticism

  • "Church softball teams can be more cutthroat"

  • Remember: no one's going to laugh if you drop a ball – they're just glad they didn't!

Low-Pressure, High-Fun Environment

  • No mandatory practices – just show up and play

  • Everyone who signs up makes the team

  • Laid-back atmosphere where "geezers live out their dreams"

  • Remember: no one's going to laugh if you drop a ball – they're just glad they didn't!

Join the League - Your Baseball Journey Starts Here

Click below to learn more about each of our age divisions:

30+ Division | 48+ Division | 60+ Division

Field Status & League Information

Field Updates

For the most current field status and weather-related closures, check the announcements on our main page. Our league manager posts real-time updates about field conditions and any game cancellations due to inclement weather.

League Structure

Seasons: Spring/Summer and Fall

  • Age Requirement: 30+

  • Commitment Level: Low – no practices required

  • Playing Time: Guaranteed for all players

Player Testimonials

  • Larry Fryer, Team Ellis

    "Ponce Baseball provides a great source to relive your youth in a friendly, yet competitive, atmosphere."

  • PM

    "The games are competitive and well-organized. The level of talent varies from ex-minor leaguers to first-timers, and everywhere in between, which makes every matchup both exciting and unpredictable. Ponce de Leon baseball truly gives you the chance to relive your glory days on the diamond while creating new memories along the way."

  • P.M., League Member since 2008

    "Since joining the Ponce de Leon Baseball league in 2008, I have always had something to look forward to at the end of each week. Players have forged lasting friendships, played the game they have always loved, and found a great way to escape the grind of the hectic work week through the camaraderie of baseball."

  • John B.

    I first joined Ponce de Leon Baseball back in 1997 after seeing an ad in the Washington post. From the start, I was impressed with how well the league was organized and how welcoming the community was. I played for about five years before a bad motorcycle accident forced me to step away from the game.

    Almost 15 years later, I came back and it felt like coming home. The camaraderie, the competitiveness, and the love of baseball were all still there. Ponce de Leon gave me the opportunity not just to play the game I love, but to connect with great people who share that same passion. 

    It is more than just a league it is a community where players of all ages and backgrounds can continue to enjoy the game at a high level. I am grateful for the friendships, the memories, and the chance to keep playing the sport that's been such an important part of my life.

  • Chazz

    “I’ve have been affiliated with the Ponce De Leon Baseball association for over 10 years as the umpire scheduler.

    My goal is to seek professionalism in the officiating and providing a service for the Ponce Baseball league. I volunteer my time and implore umpires (with or without experience) to sync-up for extensive amateur training skillset development. Commitment and dedication are plus-points for building a strong umpire association.”