Is there a limit to the number of players who can register?
Due to limited fields and scheduling, registration is capped and varies by age group. Each year, approximately 1,100 children participate across 10 leagues; however, due to high demand, waitlists often exist. MCB strives to accommodate as many as possible; however, late registrants may be waitlisted and not guaranteed team placement.

What does the registration fee pay for?
Registration fees cover nearly all program expenses, including uniforms, equipment, umpires (for upper leagues), field maintenance, scorekeeping, insurance, utilities, and administration. Each player receives a jersey and hat to keep at season’s end.

Detailed reports on last season’s operations and the upcoming budget are available upon request.

How much more money will I be asked to pay?
MCB does not require extra payments, but most teams request dues of $40–50 per player to cover group expenses (ex: coaches gifts, team party, etc.). Team photos and yearbooks (for 12-year-olds) are optional purchases.

Does MCB provide uniforms?
MCB will provide the jersey and hats.  Each player must provide his or her own baseball pants, socks, belts, and cleats.

What equipment does my child need?
Your child will need a baseball glove, bat, and batting helmet (with a protective cage or c-flap).  In addition, all male players in Coastal, AA, AAA, and Major Leagues must wear a protective cup in all practices and games.

Please be sure to review the bat rules and regulations before each season.

Does my child have to "try out" in order to make a rec team?
No, however, all players age 6 or older must attend spring evaluations. These are not try-outs - everyone who registers and pays is placed on a team. The evaluations simply assess basic skills, and managers/coaches select players through a draft.
 •  There is no evaluation nor draft for Rookie, Southern or Challenger leagues. 
 •  Our Frontier Leagues hold evaluations but no drafts. 

How many games and practices are there each week?
Spring rec season: teams in the Atlantic league and higher participate in three events per week, with schedules provided prior to the season. Pre-season activities consist of practices, while the regular season includes two games and one practice each week.
 • The Southern League is limited to two events per week - one on a weekday and one on Sunday.
 • The Rookie League (which is a spring-only league) holds one event per week on Sundays.
 • Major League teams, which include only 11- and 12-year-olds, may occasionally have up to four events per week.

Fall rec season: limited to practices and games on Saturdays and Sundays only.

Outside of recreational baseball, does MCB offer Tournament Team opportunities?
MCB sponsors post-season tournament teams for players ages 7 to 12. Team selection is competitive and based on playing ability, with limited roster spots available. Practices begin in April, and tournaments are held in June through early July (i.e. following the spring rec season), competing against teams from across the Atlanta area.
 •  Interested players must try-out and selection is not guaranteed for any player.
 •  A non-refundable $25 evaluation fee is required at spring registration for those wishing to be considered for a tournament team.

What if my child is waitlisted?
If your player is waitlisted and a spot opens, you have 3 days to accept and pay the registration fee. If you do not respond within 3 days, your child will return to the waitlist, and the available spot will go to the next player. To withdraw from the waitlist, email [email protected].
 •  If a child is waitlisted for baseball and space does not become available, no fees will be charged.


What is your withdrawal and/or refund policy?  Revised 11/01/2023
Spring Recreation Season: voluntary withdrawal and refund requests must be submitted by December 15 to qualify for a refund. 

Fall Recreation Season: voluntary withdrawal and refund requests must be submitted by July 15 to qualify for a refund. 

All withdrawal requests must be sent via email to [email protected]. A non-refundable administrative fee of $25 will be deducted PER CHILD withdrawn. 

Registrations completed after the voluntary withdrawal deadline are not eligible for refunds. Verbal withdrawal requests are not accepted. 

Approved refunds for voluntary or involuntary withdrawals are processed within two weeks of notification. 

Involuntary Withdrawal: If a child is unable to participate due to injury, illness, or relocation after the voluntary withdrawal deadline but before half of the regular season games have concluded, a partial refund may be requested by email. If approved, 50% of the registration fee, minus the $25 administrative fee, will be refunded. 

Refunds are not granted after half of the regular season games have concluded.