Desert League
| Sport | Baseball |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2016 |
| No. of teams | 4 |
| Country | United States |
| Official website | DesertLeague.com |
The Desert League is an independent baseball league scheduled to start in 2016.[1] The league will play an eight-week season. Unlike other independent leagues, it will feature a fall schedule playing games from September through November.
History
The Desert League aims to give a chance at exposure to undrafted and first-year players. The league features a 12-rookie roster requirement.
The league has four teams based in California and Arizona. Somerton Caneros are an affiliate of the Mexican Pacific League club Cañeros de Los Mochis.[2]
Teams
| Team | City | Stadium |
|---|---|---|
| Imperial County Ghost Riders | Holtville, California & Calexico, California | Ralph Samaha Park & Rodgiguez Park |
| San Luis Dorados | San Luis, Arizona | Joe Orduno Park |
| Somerton Caneros | Somerton, Arizona | Joe Munoz Field |
| Yuma Snowbirds | Yuma, Arizona | Ray Kroc Sports Complex |
References
- ^ "DESERT LEAGUE NEWS". Indy Ball Island. 6 December 2016.
- ^ "Weekly Sports League and Franchise Report". OurSports Central. 20 June 2016.