The National Championship

The National Championship of the National Association of Historic Base Ball Clubs
Two Days. Sixteen Teams. One True Champion.

Step back in time and witness base ball the way it was meant to be played! This is not your modern pastime — this is the National Championship of the National Association of Historic Base Ball Clubs, where 16 premier clubs from across the nation gather to compete under the authentic 1864 rules for the coveted title of National Champion.

⚾ Two Days of Fierce 19th-Century Competition
⚾ Wooden Bats, No Gloves, and Boundless Grit
⚾ Authentic Uniforms, Period Language, and Honest Play

Every match is a living tableau of America’s pastime, brought to life with old-time uniforms, gentlemanly conduct, and no gloves—just bare hands, bold hearts, and the crack of wood on leather. Expect fair play, fierce rivalries, and a celebration of the game’s earliest roots.

Join us for a weekend steeped in history, sportsmanship, and the enduring spirit of vintage base ball. Whether you’re a fan, a player, or a lover of American heritage, this is an event not to be missed.

Who will be crowned Champion? Come find out on the field of honor.