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Get involved as a Buddy volunteer

If you’re between 6–17 years old, you can become a Buddy volunteer. 

As a Buddy, you’ll get to know someone around your age with disabilities and assist them on the ballfield. Some kids may need help at bat or rounding the bases, while others want a new friend for a quick game of Duck, Duck, Goose in the outfield. Expect to give a hug or high five at home plate, cheer on your team, and help us put on a safe and fun game for everyone!

Buddies are the heart and soul of Buddy League.

Noah and his Buddy Brooke hugging by the bleachers

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Volunteer requirements

  • New Buddy volunteers must be 6-17 years old.
  • For each game, register online using our online registration form.
  • Once per calendar year, volunteers need to turn in a release form. The volunteer’s parent or legal guardian must sign this form in front of a notary public.
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Steps to register

1

Register to volunteer

Help us forecast how many Buddies to expect each week. Use our volunteer registration form below to let us know you’re coming.

2

Get your release form notarized

A volunteer’s parent or legal guardian will need to sign the release form in front of a notary public.

3

Turn in your completed form

On gameday, bring your completed release form with you. Turn it in at the snack stand.

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Be a Buddy!

Join us for a fun Saturday morning at Buddy League and make a difference in our community.

What to do on gameday

  • Wear comfortable shoes fit for running around a baseball field and come to Bradfield Park at 1220 Castle Dr Garland, Texas 75040.
  • Please arrive by 8:30 AM to attend our volunteer orientation. We’ll go over everything you need to know to be an amazing Buddy.
  • Sign in when you arrive and sign out before you leave near the snack stand. If you’re earning service hours, a Buddy League board member can validate your hours before you leave. They’re wearing blue jerseys.
  • Ice-cold bottled water free for volunteers. Bring cash if you want concessions like candy, soda, and other snacks. 
  • Wear a blue t-shirt, or if you have Buddy League merch, rock that!
  • Arrange a timely ride home following Buddy League. Our last game ends at 1 PM.
Volunteer registration

Volunteer registration form (spring dates coming soon)

Scroll down or filter for later dates. After you successfully register, you’ll get an email confirmation from Eventbrite.

Spring season schedule

  • Registration deadlines, events, and full schedule coming soon.

Weather updates

We monitor the weather ahead of each gameday. If there’s news of rain delays or cancellations, we’ll share it on our buddyleague.org homepage, and on our Facebook and Instagram accounts.

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1-885-245-45635
New York
1-455-245-45623
Toronto
1-657-544-45623