Baseball European Champions Cup hosts G-Baseball showcase in Amsterdam
The adapted version of baseball/softball has been designed for players with mental disabilities.
The Local Organizing Committee of the Baseball European Champions Cup organized at Amsterdam Pirates Ballpark a showcase of G-Baseball, an adapted version of baseball/softball designed for individuals with mental disabilities.
Amsterdam North Stars and Rotterdam Portland Cougars took the field intending to inspire other countries to introduce G-Baseball.
G-Baseball originated in the Netherlands in 2009. Modified rules and equipment include a bigger and softer yellow softball to ensure all participants enjoy the sport.
There are not strikeouts in G-Baseball with both teams progressing through their entire lineup during an inning, allowing players to fully experience the joy of hitting.
North Stars and Poema's are two of the seven clubs playing G-Baseball in the Netherlands. The others are The Hague Storks, Red Caps-The Miracles Leusden, Saints Sluggers Rotterdam, Hilversum Hurricanes and Oosterhour Twins.
