Is your baseball club interested in hosting a Pride Game?
Sport has the power to change culture, so Pride Cup and Movember are partnering to support 15 men’s teams across Australia to host their first Pride Cup.
Together, we’ll spark real conversations with young men and their teammates about respect, belonging and inclusion, creating more inclusive sporting environments.
Successful clubs will get:
Up to $1000 in funding for men’s competitions to host a Pride Round Inclusion education for players and staff Event planning support and promotion
Apply now: pridecup.org.au/movember-x-pride-cup/
Baseball Victoria is now accepting applications for 2026 Little League State Championship staff, including head coach, assistant coach, and executive officer positions.
Dates and locations for the 2026 Charter Tournaments are as follows:
- Junior and Senior League (SL80 and SL90) at the Geelong Baseball Complex from Saturday 11 April to Monday 13 April
- Little League Intermediate (SL70), Major and Invitational (LL Minor) together with Little League Minor (Coach Pitch) at Knox Baseball Club from Friday 17 April to Sunday 19 April
Charter coaches and EO’s can submit interest HERE – please nominate by Thursday 13 November.
A huge congratulations to Will Hardy on his commitment to Weatherford College! Will, a BV Performance Pathway and Victorian State Team representative, is heading to college in Texas.
The Newport Rams 18-year-old infielder represented Team Australia at the 2025 U18 World Cup, on the MLB International Team and currently with the Melbourne Aces in Korea.
Will thanks his baseball community for all the guidance and support: “Every single player and coach who has been part of my journey, I just want to say thank you to everyone who has helped me along the way.”
Read the full story HERE.
The Baseball Victoria Hall of Fame was established in 2024 to honour and preserve the legacy of individuals who have made outstanding contributions to baseball in Victoria.
The Hall of Fame recognises excellence across all aspects of the game, including players, managers, administrators, umpires, and scorers who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and achievement at grassroots, state, national, and international levels.
The BV History and Recognition Working Group is calling for Hall of Fame nominations to be inducted in 2026. The criteria, selection process and nomination form are available as Word and PDF documents.
Nominations are due by Sunday 30 November and should be sent to chet.gray@baseballvictoria.com.au
Baseball Victoria, in conjunction with Total Teams, will be delivering a 4-part workshop series for summer clubs, following a successful pilot program during the winter season.
This course is designed to educate and motivate VSBL clubs in all aspects of wellbeing and safety.
By nominating a dedicated club representative to take part, your club will be equipped with the knowledge and resources to maintain a safe and supportive environment for all members.
Workshop sessions will be held on the Monday evenings of 13 October, 27 October, 17 November, and 8 December.
Baseball Victoria will once again be entering teams to participate in the 2026 Australian Women’s and Youth Women’s Championships at Melbourne Ballpark from 12-18 April.
Our teams have a rich and successful history competing in these events, and this is your chance to lead our women’s baseball athletes on the national stage.
Expressions of interest are now open for all positions: manager (head coach), assistant coach, pitching coach and executive officer. If you have any questions, please email micheal.nakamura@
Please click HERE to nominate by Friday 14 November.
VSBL Player of the Week Awards are back this summer! For the third year in a row, we will recognise standout players across seniors, women’s, and juniors. Winners will demonstrate exemplary performance, leadership, sportsmanship, and commitment to baseball.
Nominations will be accepted from the Baseball Victoria Board, staff, member clubs, member parents, registered baseball players, scorers, umpires, and anyone else associated with affiliated clubs of BV.
Please submit your nominations at the links below by the EOD Monday for the previous weekend of play.
Weekly winners will be announced on the VSBL Facebook page and each winner will score an Ausport gift voucher.
- VSBL Senior Player of the Week
- VSBL Junior Player of the Week
- Aces Sporting Club VSBL Women’s Batter of the Week
- Aces Sporting Club VSBL Women’s Pitcher of the Week
Thank you to BV Diamond Partners Ausport and Aces Sporting Club for their ongoing support of VSBL Players of the Week!
Churchill Baseball Club’s annual Presentation Night was one to remember, with two of its most loyal members recognised for a lifetime of service to the game and their community.
Tony Dickinson was elevated to Club Legend status — just the second in the club’s 51-year history — while his wife Carol Dickinson was awarded Life Membership, joining only 14 others on that exclusive roll.
“The loyalty Tony and Carol have shown to one club over more than five decades is almost unheard of today," Club President Gregg Duncan said.
Tony Dickinson – Club Legend
Tony’s service stretches across every corner of the Braves and beyond. Since the mid-1970s, he has been President, Treasurer, Secretary, Vice President, Coach, scorer, fundraiser, and canteen volunteer. He was awarded Life Membership in 1982, yet never stopped giving back.
At league level, Tony’s impact has been just as significant. A Life Member of the Latrobe Valley Baseball Association, he has played a central role in shaping baseball across the region for more than 50 years.
Carol Dickinson – Life Member
Carol’s recognition came as a surprise on the night, but few in the room were shocked by the decision. Since moving to Churchill in 1974, Carol has been the club’s heartbeat — hand-sewing the first uniforms from pyjama patterns, running the canteen from the boot of a car, scoring, fundraising, and always stepping in when help was needed.
Even today, Carol remains a constant presence — helping in the canteen, encouraging players, and being the welcoming face for new families.
Club Loyalty and Volunteerism
In an age where time is scarce and loyalties often shift, the Dickinsons’ commitment to one club stands out. Community sport depends on volunteers, and for over five decades, Tony and Carol have shown what true dedication looks like.
“Between them, they’ve done almost everything a baseball club could ask for,” President Gregg Duncan added. “Their fingerprints are on every part of our history, and their loyalty has been unshakable.”
The Braves have had many great players, coaches, and families pass through their doors — but few will ever match the loyalty, love, and legacy of Tony and Carol Dickinson. Quite simply, without them, the Churchill Baseball Club would not be the club it is today.
All the best to our Vic Dingoes and Vic Hornets who will represent at the 2025 Barclay Cup from 28 September to 4 October. This marks the fourth annual junior girls tournament, with teams from VIC, NSW, QLD, WA, and host SA heading to Adelaide Angels Baseball Club for six days of baseball, building friendships and making memories.
Check out the full event schedule and follow along via the Barclay Cup Facebook and Instagram.
Click HERE to read more about how the BV Performance Pathway Youth Women’s Futures Development Program helped prepare them.
Meet the Dingoes and Hornets below.
Vic Dingoes
#6 Sarah Fielden
The pitcher and infielder plays summer baseball with Moorabbin Panthers and winter ball with Frankston Tomatoes. This is her second Barclay Cup, and making the team is one of her proudest accomplishments. Sarah names Lili Cavanagh and Ruby Dale as baseball role models and has her sights set on power hitting with home run goals this tournament. After fostering new friendships at the last year’s event, Sarah has a lot to look forward to at the 2025 Barclay Cup: “I’m excited to meet even more people.”
#8 Alyssa Jamieson
Alyssa, aka Lyss, plays shortstop and is a Barclay Cup veteran, now at her fourth tournament. She plays summer ball with Port Melbourne/Footscray and winter with Port Melbourne/Melbourne Uni. She is inspired by Belinda Cannington and is most proud of getting the opportunity to play in three different nationals. “I’m excited to meet new people at the Barclay Cup, and my goals are to have a good week and perform well.”
P.S. Alyssa’s fun fact is that she can sleep for 17 hours!
#10 Taylor Elton
The first-time Barclay Cup pitcher also credits Lili Cavanagh as a key baseball role model. Taylor plays summer ball with Moorabbin and winter ball with Frankston, and is most proud of making the Hornets/Dingoes team. Her goals for the week? “To hit a double.”
#11 Coco Maddison
Coco pitches and plays second/third base. After attending her first Barclay Cup, she will kick off the summer season with Preston Pirates. Yogi Berra is her baseball role model and she’s most proud of winning two premierships in baseball so far. At this week’s tournament, there’s a lot to look forward to. “I'm most excited about the games and my goal is to get more RBIs.”
#26 Charlotte Jansen
Charlotte “CJ” Jansen is a utility player who has a big summer ahead with Doncaster Dragons and also plays netball. She names Jess Johnson as a baseball role model and says doing her part for the team is what she’s most proud of. “This is my 4th Barclay Cup and my favourite part is making new friends.”
#33 Charlize Chilcott
Charlize, affectionally called “Charcoal” by teammates, plays club ball with Diamond Creek year-round. This marks the second Barclay Cup for the second base star, who names fellow junior Nate Brunning as a baseball role model. “I’m most excited for games – I want to get on base and have fun. I’m most proud of how far I’ve come within my skills.”
#76 Molly Lewis
Known as “Mol Dog” to her teammates, Molly is a catcher, shortstop and pitcher with Springvale Lions in the summer and Heathmont Penguins in the winter. Bronwyn Gell and Lili Cavanagh are her baseball role models, and she says winning a premiership with her new club is one of her proudest baseball moments. Her fun fact? She’s the auntie of three nieces.
As for this week at the Barclay Cup, Molly wants to have fun and learn new things. “This is my third one and the most exciting thing I’m looking forward to is playing against the Florida Team and having fun.”
Vic Hornets
#1 Lilly Roberts
Lilly pitches and plays third base with Ballarat Royals year-round. Her baseball role model is her dad, and she’s excited to learn new tips and hit the ball at the tournament. She’s most proud of hitting a home run in the time she’s played ball, and she made a great play at third as games got underway this week.
“This is my first Barclay Cup. I was nervous when we first got to the airport and the nerves kicked in, but now I'm fine and not worried one bit. I've played before and I know how it goes now.”
#4 Abbie Adami-Beer
Abbie, whose teammates call her “Abs”, plays second, shortstop and pitcher at Sunshine Baseball Club. Lili Cavanagh inspires her baseball journey, and she is proud of making great infield plays. At her first Barclay Cup, she is most excited to “have fun with new people and play baseball.”
#9 Jessie Hoare
Jessie “Jess” is a catcher and second base player with Wodonga Warriors headed to her first Barclay Cup. She lists Tom Simmons and Ross Johnson as baseball role models and is most proud of her hits in baseball so far. Even her dog’s name is Diamond! As for Barclay, she says “I’m excited to meet new people through the tournament and enjoy time with my teammates."
#11 Hannah Wilson-Powell
Also known by the nickname Hammer, Hannah is a catcher and all-rounder who plays with Blackburn and Waverley in the summer and Ringwood in the winter. Jenna Basse is her baseball role model, and making lots of friends is one of her favourite parts of the sport and something to look forward to at her first Barclay Cup. As for her goal for the week, it’s pretty simple: “to have fun!”
#12 Paige Anders
Paige pitches and plays infield/outfield with Doncaster Dragons in the summer and Porepunkah Panthers in the winter. Amy McCann and Samantha Hamilton are her baseball role models, and being selected for the Victorian Youth Women’s State Team is her proudest accomplishment. At her second Barclay Cup, she’s striving to put less pressure on herself and enjoy each moment. “I’m most excited to have a tournament that isn’t all about winning and to meet new people.”
Outside of baseball, her fun fact is that her family owns two ice creameries.
#17 Chloe Boyle
Chloe “Chlo” Boyle is a catcher with Moorabbin Panthers in the summer and Frankston Tomatoes in the winter. She looks up to Lili Cavanagh and is most proud of winning a women’s premiership in her first season. This will be her first Barclay Cup. “I’m excited to meet new people, have fun and develop new skills.”
#18 Molly Richards
A first-time Barclay Cup player, Molly is reading to bring it on the mound and at first/second base. She plays summer ball at Malvern and winter at Frankston. Lili Cavanagh is a baseball role model to Molly, who is most proud of her pitching and getting plays at first base. She loves listening to music and wants to play well and have fun with all the people around her at the tournament. “I’ve been excited to meet everyone, get to know them and play baseball.”
#48 Georgia Lovell
Georgia, who’s teammates call her “G-dawg” is an all-rounder, mainly catcher, with Sunshine and Bendigo East. She looks up to Abbey McLellan and Lili Cavanagh and has loved playing in rep teams with now five years of baseball under her belt. “I’m most proud of my double play at summer state championships for Belles and representing my home. At my first Barclay Cup, I’m most excited to meet people and make long-lasting friendships.”
#55 Amelia Bergman
The Newport Rams outfielder, who goes by the nickname “Noodles”, looks up to Aaron Whitefield and is excited to meet new girls as she returns for her second Barclay Cup. She enjoys the on-field warm-ups and dances and is most proud of how far she’s come with her batting. This week, her goal is to get everyone to sign a giant baseball she’s brought along. Her fun fact? “I have matching necklaces with my roommate Alicia.”