Vintage Base Ball Clubs
America's Pastime Revisited
The Clubs and the games we play are made up of ballists who compete and exhibit the game of base ball as it was played in eras long ago (mostly 19th century). These games are played according to the rules and equipment of the era. We strive for historical accuracy and educate those who attend.
Connecticut Bulldogs
The Connecticut Bulldogs Historic Base Ball Team was founded in 2018 by Chuck Ciccarello. They play their home games at Wethersfield Cove and Colt Park in Hartford. They play all eras of ball from 1864 to 1895.
Eckford Club of Brooklyn
Today's Eckford Club of Brooklyn took its moniker from 1855 to 1872 Eckfords of Brooklyn. The original boys from Brooklyn were the national champions in 1862 and 1863. For more information on the current club, reach out to ny23hitman@aol.com
Lisbon Tunnelmen
The Lisbon Tunnelmen Vintage Base Ball Club was founded in 2015 and play their home games at Firemen's Field in East Hampton. If you're interested in joining thier club or want more information contact Hammy Stankiewicz hammy@lisbontunnelmenbaseball.org
Connecticut Liberty
The Connecticut Liberty Vintage Base Ball Club was founded in 2011 by Jeff Kornhaas. They play their home games at the historic Wethersfield Cove. But will travel anywhere to take on all comers. They play mainly by the 1864 rules.
Dirigo Base Ball Club
The Dirigo Base Ball Club of Maine is the state's premiere Vintage Base Ball club. They are the hosts of the annual New England Vintage Base Ball Festival. For more information reach out to their esteemed captain Jake Newcomb.
Woodstock Hilltoppers
The Woodstock Hilltoppers Vintage Base Ball Club was founded in 2014 by Sean “Nails” O’Connor and play their home games on the East Woodstock Commons in Woodstock, CT.
Mountain Athletic Club Vintage Base Ball
Fashioned after the original team established in Griffin Corners, New York in 1895 by yeast magnates Julius and Max Fleischmann, the Mountain Athletic Club connects generations to the National pastime through authentic play according to the rules and customs of nineteenth-century base ball. The M.A.C. Grounds at Fleischmanns Park is listed on the New York State & National Register of Historic Places.
Westfield Wheelmen
Vintage Base Ball Club
The Westfield Wheelmen were established by Dan "Gunner" Genovese in the year 2004. The Wheelmen are based out of Westfield, MA. They mainly play by the era of 1886 but will play other eras. If interested in joining their club contact Gunner Genovese.
Mutual Base Ball Club
of New York
The Mutuals were established in 1999 as an out reach of the program at Old Bethpage Village Restoration. They are based off of the original NY Mutuals of 1857. If interested in more information or joining the Mutuals contact Tom "Big Bat" Fesolowich
Delhi Polecats
Base Ball Club
The Delhi Polecats are members of the Delaware County Vintage Base Ball Association. Established in 2021 and captained by Andrews Landsman. They are located in Hamden, NY and play at Crawford Field. for more info email: DelhiPolecats@gmail.com
Elizabeth Resolutes
1870 Rules Base Ball
The Resolutes are a longstanding club founded in 2000 by Paul Salomone. The club plays it’s home matches by 1870 rules to commemorate their State Championship season. Home field is located at Rahway River Park, Rahway, NJ for more info go to: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethResolutes/
Essex Base Ball Organization
Founded in the summer of 2006, The Essex Base Ball Organization is a5 team league based in Newbury, MA. It is an extension of the The Essex Base Ball Club whtat was founded in 2002 by the Danvers Historical Society. All games are played at the bucolic Spencer-Peirce Farm located in Newbury. For more information visit: essexbaseball.wordpress.com or their FaceBook page
Bovina Dairymen
Vintage Base Ball
The Bovina Dairymen were founded in 2008 and are based out of Delaware County New York. They play their home games at Creamery Field in Bovina, NY. They excel in all eras of play but mainly by the 1895 rules. They are captained by Nicholas "Roughcut" Frandsen.
Providence Grays
Historic Baseball Club
In the spring of 1998, several local fans banded together to form a tribute to the 1884 Grays, inspired by a league of similar historical base ball teams in New York. The Grays will play any era of ball and travel to almost anywhere to play. If interested in joining or learning more about their club, contact their captain, Brian Travers.
Brooklyn Atlantics
Base Ball Club
The Atlantics were established in 1997 and based in the Brooklyn Atlantics of the 19th century. Present day Atlantics play their home games on the grounds ofthe Smithtown Historical Society. If interested in more information or joining the Atlantics, contact Frank "Shakespeare" Van Zant.
Saugerties Vintage
Base Ball Club
The Saugerties VBBC are new to the vintage scene. Established in 2023 and captained by Will "Quigs" Quigley. They are located in Saugerties, NY and play at Glasco Fireman's Field. for more info email: saugertiesvbbc@gmail.com
Rising Sun
Base Ball Club
The Rising Sun are a re-creation of one of the first base ball clubs in Northeastern Maryland. They play their home games at Dove Valley Winery in Rising Sun, MD. For more information about the club visit: risingsunbbc.com/
