OBA Fall Ball Programs (League & Clinics)
Fall Baseball Leagues
Pinto Fall Baseball League - (8 & Under, typically going into 1st and 2nd grade for Fall 2026*)
What: Pinto is an instructional league that gently introduces players to hitting, throwing, fielding, and the basic rules, all with an added emphasis on the fun and joy of the game. Pinto is “coach pitch”. This is a great introduction for new players joining the league in the spring and a way for returning Pinto players to refresh their skills.
When: The season runs from early September through the end of October at Del Rey or Pine Grove. Practices are held once a week for approximately one hour, with some scrimmages against other OBA Pinto Fall Ball teams toward the end of the fall season.
Cost: $150
Coaches: Parent volunteers - please indicate your willingness to assist during registration.
Equipment Required: Glove, Bat, Batting Helmet & Cleats
Mustang Fall Baseball League (10 & under, typically going into 3rd and 4th grade for Fall 2026*)
What: This league will focus on baseball fundamentals to take your child's game to the next level through defensive instruction, baserunning, pitching fundamentals, the catcher position, stealing bases, safety skills while batting, and the introduction of “kid pitching”.
When: The season runs from early September through the end of October at Del Rey and Wagner Ranch. Practices are held once a week, with scrimmages on Sundays starting in late September.
Cost: $250
Coaches: Parent volunteers - please indicate your willingness to assist during registration.
Equipment Required: Glove, Bat, Batting Helmet, Cup & Cleats
Bronco Fall Baseball League (12 & under typically going into 5th and 6th grade Fall 2026*)
What: This league will focus on overall player development. The program is geared toward building players' skills through reinforcing baseball fundamentals.. Practices will include defensive drills, game situation simulations, hitting, baserunning, and pitching.
When: The season runs early September through the end of October at Wagner Ranch and Sports Field. Practices are held once a week, with scrimmages on Sundays starting in late September. Bronco scrimmages typically include teams from neighboring cities in addition to other OBA teams.
Cost: $250
Coaches: Parent volunteers - please indicate your willingness to assist in the registration link.
Equipment Required: Glove, Bat, Batting Helmet, Cup & Cleats
*League age qualification for the upcoming fall and spring seasons is based on your child’s age at April 30, 2026. While we have indicated school grade years in each division above, children with birthdates after April 30th may qualify for the younger division. You should be directed to the appropirate league based on entry of the birthdate during the registration process
Registration will close on 8/23
Fall Softball Program
Pinto Fall Softball Skills Clinics (Players Entering 2nd & 3rd Grade)
What: Led by Miramonte High School softball players, OBA's Fall Skills Clinics provide young athletes with quality instruction, mentorship, and a fun environment to build confidence while developing fundamental softball skills. Each clinic will focus on throwing, catching, hitting, baserunning, and game play through engaging drills and activities. No prior softball experience is required—all skill levels are welcome.
When: The program runs from early September through the end of October.
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Wednesday afternoons: Approximately 1-hour clinic
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Sunday mornings: Approximately 1-hour clinic
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Clinics will be held at local OBA fields. Exact times and field locations will be announced prior to the start of the season.
Players are welcome to attend as many Fall Skills Clinics as their schedules allow. There is no minimum attendance requirement, making this a flexible fall program for families balancing other sports and activities.
Cost: $150
Required Equipment: Glove, bat, batting helmet, and cleats. (Fielder's mask optional.)
Parent Volunteers: Our Fall Skills Clinics will be led by Miramonte softball players, but parent volunteers are greatly appreciated to help with field setup, organization, and assisting during drills. If you're willing to help, please indicate your interest during registration.
Mustang Fall Softball Skills Clinics (Players Entering 4th & 5th Grade)
What: Led by Miramonte High School softball players, OBA's Fall Skills Clinics provide players with quality instruction, mentorship, and a fun environment to continue developing their softball skills in preparation for the spring season. Clinics will focus on defensive fundamentals, hitting, pitching, catching, baserunning, and overall game awareness. This is a player-pitch division using an 11-inch softball with a 35-foot pitching distance. Players of all experience levels are encouraged to participate.
As players progress throughout the fall, OBA hopes to coordinate one or more informal scrimmages with neighboring softball organizations later in the season, if schedules and participation allow.
When: The program runs from early September through the end of October.
- Wednesday afternoons: Approximately 1-hour clinic
- Sunday mornings: Approximately 1-hour clinic
- Clinics will be held at local OBA fields. Exact times and field locations will be announced prior to the start of the season.
Players are welcome to attend as many Fall Skills Clinics as their schedules allow. There is no minimum attendance requirement, making this a flexible fall program for families balancing other sports and activities.
Cost: $250
Required Equipment: Glove, bat, batting helmet, and cleats. (Fielder's mask optional.)
Parent Volunteers: Our Fall Skills Clinics will be led by Miramonte softball players, but parent volunteers are greatly appreciated to help with field setup, organization, and assisting during clinic activities. If you're interested in volunteering, please indicate your interest during registration.
Registration will close on 8/23
Fall Baseball Skills Clinics
What Are Fall Baseball Skills Clinics?
Our new skills clinics, led by Bandit coaches, give all OBA players an extra opportunity to work on their fundamentals ahead of Fall Ball. Enrollment is limited to 30 players per division to maximize instruction and individual attention.
Who is it for?
Players who want extra instruction and skill development before the Fall Ball season.
Dates and Cost?
Running 3 weeks from August 17 to Sept 3.
Pinto: 1 session/week on mondays
- Week 1 – August 17
- Week 2 - August 24
- Week 3 - August 31
- $115
Mustang, Bronco, and Pony: 3 sessions/week - Option to sign up for a single week or all 3 weeks.
- Week 1 – Week of August 17
- Week 2 - Week of August 24
- Week 3 - Week of Sept 1
- $115 for a single week or $300 for all three weeks
Clinic Schedule:
- Pinto clinics will be held at Del Rey on Mondays (4:30-6:30)
- Mustang clinics will be held at Wagner Ranch on Tuesdays (4:30-6:30), Wednesdays (4:30-6:30) and Saturdays (2-4 PM), except for Week 3 which will be Tuesday, Wed and Thursday due to Labor Day Weekend.
- Bronco clinics will be held at Wagner Ranch/OSF on Tuesdays (4:30-6:30), Wednesdays (4:30-6:30) and Saturdays (2-4 PM) except for Week 3 which will be Tuesday, Wed and Thursday due to Labor Day Weekend.
- Pony clinics will be held at OSF A on Mondays, Tuesdays and and Saturdays except for Week 3 which will be Tuesday, Wed and Thursday due to Labor Day Weekend.
OBA’s Bandit Team try-outs
Bandit Evaluation Plan
OBA Bandit Team Selections will be held Sept 11 & 12 with two eval session options. Those who register have the option to attend 1 or both sessions, but must attend at least one to be considered for the team
| Division | Birth Dates | |
| 10U [Mustang] | May 1, 2016 – April 30, 2017 | |
| 11U [Bronco] | May 1, 2015 – April 30, 2016 | |
| 12U [Bronco] | May 1, 2014 – April 30, 2015 | |
| 13U [Pony] | May 1, 2013 – April 30, 2014 | |
| 14U [Pony] | May 1, 2012 – April 30, 2013 |
If your athlete age qualifies for one division would prefer to "play up"* with athletes in their grade level, please indicate this interest in the registration form and/or you can email this information and any questions to the Bandit Commissioner [banditcommissioner@obabaseball.com].
*Example, your athlete is a young 5th grader who is age eligible for 10U but prefers to play with majority 5th graders on 11U.
Registration will close on Sept 1
If you’re interested in learning more about the Bandit program, visit the oba website (https://obabaseball.com/bandit-baseball/) or reach out to the Bandit Commissioner [banditcommissioner@obabaseball.com])***