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Get involved as a Buddy volunteer

If you’re between 8–17 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.

Volunteer registration

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Volunteer requirements

  • New Buddy volunteers must be 8-17 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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For Buddy volunteers

Frequently-asked questions

If you’re between 8–17 years old, you can become a Buddy volunteer.

  1. For each game you expect to attend, please register to volunteer. This helps us forecast how many Buddies to expect each week.
  2. Once per calendar year, the volunteer’s parent or legal guardian needs to sign a liability release in front of a notary public. Hand in this form to a board member at the snack/merch table.
  3. On gamedays, arrive by 8:30 AM to attend our volunteer orientation. We’ll go over everything you need to know to be an amazing Buddy.
  • Wear comfortable, closed-toed shoes fit for running around a baseball field.
  • Some games get bright and sunny, so wear sunscreen.
  • Buddy League provides free, ice-cold bottled water to volunteers. Bring cash if you’d like to buy a soft drink, candy, or other snacks.
  • If you need us to sign or validate volunteer hours, bring your form.

Meet us at Bradfield Park
We play Buddy League at 1220 Castle Dr Garland, Texas 75040, across from Sellers Middle School.

Attend volunteer orientation
Please arrive by 8:30 AM to learn everything you need to be an amazing Buddy, especially if you’re new to Buddy League.

Sign in and out
Near the snack stand, sign in when you arrive and sign out before you leave. If you need someone to validate your service hours, ask a Buddy League board member before you leave. They’re wearing blue jerseys.

Leaving Buddy League
Please arrange a timely ride home following Buddy League. Our last game ends at 1:00 PM.

If Buddy League is canceled or delayed, we will share updates on our website homepage, Facebook, and Instagram by 7:30 AM on gamedays.

Please do not call or email to confirm if we are playing. We cannot notify every parent, player, volunteer, and potential attendee individually.

No news posted = the fields are dry and Buddy League is happening.

An organization leader or coach should reach out to us ahead of time. This helps us avoid overcrowding and create a better experience for everyone.

Join us as a fan in the stands for a fun Saturday morning! At Buddy League, we love to see new and returning faces as we cheer on our players.

Steps to register

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Register in 3 steps:

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

1

Register before gameday

Let us know that you (or your child) plan to volunteer at Buddy League. Include:

  • The volunteer’s full name
  • If you are new to Buddy League or returning
  • What days you plan to volunteer
Send us an email
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Get your release form notarized

All volunteers must turn in a liability release to participate participate.

Each calendar year, the volunteer’s parent or legal guardian will sign a release in front of a notary public.

Turn in your release at the park.

Print the release form
3

Attend our orientation

On gameday, arrive by 8:30 AM to turn in your form and learn everything you need to be an amazing Buddy! 

Buddy League is played with love at Bradfield Park in Garland, Texas. 

Get park directions

Season schedule

Fall 2026

  • Saturday, Oct 3 – Canceled due to rain
  • Saturday, Oct 10 – Updated Opening Day
  • Saturday, Oct 17
  • Saturday, Oct 24
  • Saturday, Oct 31
  • Saturday, Nov 7

Weather updates

We monitor the weather ahead of each gameday. If Buddy League is canceled or delayed, we will share updates on our website homepage, Facebook, and Instagram by 7:30 AM on gamedays.
 
Please do not call or email to confirm if we are playing. We cannot notify every parent, player, volunteer, and potential attendee individually.

No news posted = the fields are dry and Buddy League is happening.

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

Before you mail us forms

We must have your original, notarized release on hand at the ballpark before your child can participate.

If you’re sending it early enough, mail it to:

  Buddy League, Inc.
  3809 Creststone Dr
  Garland, TX 75040

If Opening Day is coming up soon, do not mail your form—we may not receive it in time. Instead, arrive 20 minutes before your child’s first game and hand it in at the ballpark. Check your email for your players team assignment and game time.

View game schedule

What is a notary public?

A notary public is an official who confirms your identity when you sign an important document. They check your ID, watch you sign, and then stamp or sign the form to make it official.

You can find a notary at a bank, shipping store (like UPS), or city office. Some may charge a small fee.

To get your form notarized:

  1. Print the release form, but don’t sign it yet.
  2. Take your blank form and your photo ID to a notary.
  3. The notary will check your ID, watch you sign, and notarize the form.
  4. Later, turn in the original, notarized liability release to Buddy League.
Download liability release
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