About the NHBL35

New Hampshire Baseball League (NHBL35)

 

The New Hampshire Baseball League (NHBL35) is an adult, recreational, wood-bat baseball league for players who are 35 years of age or older during the calendar year. The league is designed for experienced players seeking competitive baseball in a respectful, social, and sportsmanlike environment.

 

The regular season runs from late April through late July, followed by postseason play in August.

 

2026 Season Teams

  • Badger Empire

  • Bedford Bisons

  • Manchester A’s

  • Merrimack Dodgers

  • Merrimack Valley IronPigs

  • Seacoast Braves

  • South Lawrence Mariners

Each season, the NHBL strives to improve by adding quality teams, new playing fields, and individual players to the league. Our goal is to provide a highly competitive level of play while maintaining a friendly, social atmosphere that reflects the spirit of adult recreational baseball.

 

Schedule & Format

  • All regular-season games are played on weekends, primarily on Sundays.

  • Games are generally not scheduled on holiday weekends.

  • At the conclusion of the regular season, the league conducts a playoff tournament to determine the league champion.

  • The season also features an All-Star Game, highlighting top players from across the league.

Player, Manager, and Team Inquiries

  • Players who meet the age requirement and are interested in participating are encouraged to register using the “Registration” link at the top of the webpage. A league official will follow up after registration is submitted.

  • Individuals interested in managing a team or entering a new team into the league are encouraged to contact the President of the League for additional information and consideration.

Play Ball!