Hey Raleigh, it's time to lace up your sneakers and grease up those gloves because adult softball, baseball, and kickball are on the docket this spring. According to a recent announcement from Raleigh Parks Athletics posted yesterday February 16, the registration window is now wide open—but don't stroll there, sprint. You've got from February 15 to February 28 to lock down a spot. Sign-ups can be handled with a few clicks online or the old-fashioned way at any City of Raleigh community center.
For those who've let their childhood dreams of ball field glory collect dust in the closet next to their cleats, this is your call to action. The programs are set up for anyone 18 and over, and will be taking place across a variety of city parks. But before you start daydreaming about your name echoing over the loudspeakers, there's a slight catch. The leagues are team-based, so you'll need to rally your own squad of weekend warriors to register.
Now, if the idea of rounding up enough friends to form a team sounds as likely as hitting a homerun off a major league pitcher, don't throw in the towel just yet. Raleigh Parks Athletics has a solution for the lone wolves out there. Simply reach out to their Athletics office and ask to be placed on the Free Agent List. As stated on the City of Raleigh website, "Interested athletes may register online or at any City of Raleigh community center."
