The Miracle League of Mercer County is a non-profit organization that provides children with special needs an opportunity to play baseball as a team member in an organized league at a specially designed adaptive field.

Find answers to some of our most commonly asked questions. If you need more information or have additional questions, please contact us.

What if we cannot attend one of our scheduled games?

Come when you can!  Attendance is voluntary and there may be an occasion when you have to miss a game. Players and volunteers are asked to notify the Executive Director at least 24 hours prior to the game if unable to attend.  The goal of MLMC is to provide as many opportunities to our athletes as possible.

Are there team practices between games?

No.

Do I need to bring anything?

No. On Opening Day every player will receive a team jersey and cap that is to be worn during games. Players are welcome to bring baseball gloves, but the league provides equipment for team use. Players can wear any shoes except cleats, which are not allowed on the field. A concession stand is located next to the field that serves hot dogs, soft pretzels, soda, water and a variety of other snacks.

How are the games played? How long is a game?

Each game lasts one-hour, but participants are asked to arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the game and check in with their coach. Games are non-competitive in nature, with every player batting, rounding the bases and scoring each inning. Volunteers are assigned to each player to assist and provide encouragement throughout the game, both in and out of the dugout. The score is always tied at the end of the game. The focus is on participation and inclusion rather than on winning. The teams will have 8 – 12 players.

How can I volunteer?

Visit the Volunteer section of our website or contact our Assistant Director, Lindsey Perry, at lindsey@miracleleaguemercer.org  to learn more about volunteer opportunities and registration.

How do the volunteers help?

Each player will have a volunteer, if needed, to assist them at each game. Volunteers must register before the season and are assigned to players one-on-one prior to the start of the game. The volunteer is asked to protect the player from hard hit balls, assist the player in batting and rounding the bases, and to be a friend on and off the field. The siblings, parents, relatives, and friends of players can be their volunteer if they choose.

Where can I register to play?

Registering to play for MLMC is done online via MyEzReg. You can use this link to create a family account if you are a first time registrant.  Once your account is created, and your username and password is set, you can sign back in to register for each season. 

The registration period for players, volunteers, and coaches starts about three months before the start of a season and ends about one month before the start of a season.

Are there registration fees?

Yes. The registration fee is $40.00 per season.

What can I expect after I register?

Once teams are formed and assignments are made, team participants will be contacted via email with more detailed information, usually about two weeks before opening day. Team schedules and team rosters are available on our website or at the field during the season.

Do I have to live in Mercer County to be eligible to participate?

No. The Miracle League of Mercer County currently serves participants living in Mercer, Burlington, Monmouth, Ocean, Hunterdon, and Middlesex Counties in New Jersey, and Bucks County in Pennsylvania.

My child has never played baseball or any other sport. Can he or she participate in this league?

Absolutely! Girls and boys as young as 5 years of age are eligible to participate in the Miracle League of Mercer County regardless of his or her level of ability or experience. 

Where will the games be played and when?

All games are played on The Miracle Field located at 185 Sawmill Road in Hamilton. League games typically take place on Saturdays, with the first game starting at 9:00 a.m.; and weeknights (Wednesdays/Thursdays) starting at 6:15 p.m.

Spring Season games are played from April to June and Fall Season games are played from September to October.

Advance Skills league games typically take place on Friday nights at 7 p.m.

We also now provide summer and winter development programs.  For information on when these clinics run, please contact dan@miracleleaguemercer.org 

What is The Miracle League Field?

The Miracle League Field is the first ADA accessible ball field of its kind in New Jersey. The field surface is a flat synthetic turf that ensures that children with special needs can safely play ball. The bases are painted on the turf thereby providing a barrier free surface.

 Is there parking at the field?

Accessible parking is available at the field. The parking area is designed with a circular loop for convenient player drop-off & pick-up.