High School Summer Baseball
HS Summer Baseball Overview
FBA offers summer baseball opportunities for all high school players who want to continue playing baseball over the summer. Legion teams are formed by the Farmington High School baseball coaches, while Big Cats is a community/recreational league open to players who did not make a high school baseball team.
Refund Policy: Refunds will only be issued if a player does not make a 2027 Farmington High School baseball team and does not wish to participate in Big Cats. If you choose to participate in Big Cats, the price difference will be refunded.
Summer Baseball Levels
- Junior Legion: Generally consists of players who played 9A or Sophomore/B-Squad.
- Senior Legion: Generally consists of players who played JV or Varsity.
- Big Cats - Ponies: 8th-9th grade community league.
- Big Cats - Seniors: 10th-12th grade community league.
Registration and Participation Disclaimer
Submission of registration information and payment through this portal does not constitute acceptance or enrollment of a child in any program offered by Farmington Baseball Association (“FBA”), nor does such submission create or confer any membership, participation, voting, or other rights in FBA.
All registrations are subject to review and acceptance by FBA. FBA reserves the right, in its discretion and subject to applicable law, to determine eligibility for and acceptance into its programs, including the selection, placement, or participation of individual players. Payment of registration fees does not guarantee a roster position, team placement, or participation in any FBA program. If a child is not accepted for participation, any registration fees paid will be handled in accordance with FBA’s refund policy.
Ages
Open to players in 9th-12th grade.
When
Junior Legion and Senior Legion 2 seasons begin the week of Memorial Day. Senior Legion 1 begins after the high school state tournament concludes. Legion teams play through the end of July, including sub-state and state tournament play.
Big Cats play from mid-May through mid-July.
Where
Legion teams play throughout the Twin Cities metro area and potentially outstate locations at various fields and tournaments.
Big Cats competes in the South Valley Baseball League, with games primarily played throughout the south metro area.
Practices
Legion coaches will inform players of any practices throughout the season.
Big Cats practice on Wednesdays.
Games
Legion teams play throughout the week, including weekend tournaments.
Big Cats games are played on Sundays.
Uniforms
Legion players may be required to purchase up to three jerseys, along with a Legion hat. White baseball pants with a black piping are required.
Big Cats players will need to purchase one jersey and a hat. Players may choose their own baseball pants.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: If my player is cut from the Farmington high school baseball team, will I get a refund?
A: Yes, players registering for Legion baseball that do not make a high school baseball team will be refunded and are encouraged to play Big Cats instead.
Q: If my son is on a club team, are they also able to play Legion baseball?
A: Generally no, players may not double roster between club and Legion (exceptions made for players in 9th grade). Please contact Anthony Hilden for more information.
2027 Legion Season
Registration for HS Summer Legion Baseball for the 2027 season is open now until November 20th!
Cost & Payment
- Registration: $900 per player, plus uniform costs. The registration fee includes all league games, local tournaments, paid coaches, field rentals, insurance, baseballs, team outings and equipment.
-The final cost for Senior Legion 1 will be announced AFTER teams are set and a refund will likely be given for those placed on that team because that team plays less games.
- Housing/hotel costs for out-of-town tournaments are the responsibility of the family.
- Uniforms are expected to cost approximately $130–$150, including a hat. Players are responsible for providing their own white baseball pants with black piping. All Legion teams will wear the same uniform. Teams will continue to wear the Red, White, and Grey Legion uniforms from last year.
- Online payments only. A $250 deposit is due at checkout, with the remaining balance due in installments in February and March.
Refund Policy
Refunds will only be issued if a player is not placed on a Farmington High School baseball team. Team placement is determined by Coach Graff and his staff. Refunds will not be granted to players who are assigned to a team but choose not to participate.
Season & Schedule
Teams will play approximately 12–15 weekday league games against teams throughout the Twin Cities metro area, beginning after Memorial Day for players not on the FHS Baseball Section roster. Teams will also participate in three to four weekend tournaments, which may include one or two out-of-town tournaments.
Team Placement
9th and 10th Grade: Players placed on a FHS Baseball high school team will play Junior Legion/Sr. Legion 2.
11th and 12th Grade: Players placed on JV or Varsity are eligible to play on one of the Senior Legion teams.
Coach Graff, Coach Parsons, and Coach Conrad reserve the right to move players between teams as needed.
Roster Requirements
Players in grades 10th-12th may not double roster between a club team and Legion. 9th graders can double roster, but there is not a discount. All players should let their coach know ASAP (once teams are made) their availability for Legion Sub-State (July 19-25, 2027) and State (July 28-August 1, 2027) tournaments.
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