Playing Softball in Puerto Vallarta
One of my favorite things about living in Puerto Vallarta is playing in the softball league. More than 700 players participate. The games are played at the municipal sports complex. Teams play once a week in tournaments that last nearly six months.
The men’s division is divided into three skill levels. Unfortunately, or maybe fortunately, I play in the third level which is the lowest level of play – a little slower and perhaps a little safer. Although, we all seem to get bashed up fairly regularly.
The top level players are outstanding and would be able to hold their own against any team from anywhere. I aspire to play as well as they do but it will never happen.
Going for a beer after the game is an important part of the softball experience. We like to go to the Botanero San Miguel on Nicaragua street a block up from the beach. They have great snacks, lots of sports on TV, and a really friendly staff.
Check out a few pictures from one of the league games.
All three softball levels are slow pitch.
Safe at third!
Many games attract a large, raucous crowd although attendance at this game was sparse.
Games are played Monday through Saturday evenings from 7:00pm to 11:00pm. If you want get a feel for the town and the people, make the effort to spend some time one evening watching a game. The stadium is easy to get to. It’s on the north end of downtown. You can see a map here.
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How does one join….When are sign ups???? Has the season already started?? If so when does a new one start?? Can a player join a team mid way through season??
Do they only play slowpitch in Puerta Vallarta?
Where do I sign up… I actually play in a league here in California. I ‘m planning on visiting Puerto Vallarta in October for a couple of weeks. Maybe I can join a team & play a couple of games??? Nice site.
Nice blog
Good going..
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Sarah Jones
Las Vegas
A group of us will be in Puerto Vallarta Novmber 7-14 of 2010 and we would like to play some softball, we will have guys and girls with us, If anyone has info on how to get some games in, let me know.
Thanks
Manny