Beep Baseball
Beep Baseball All-Star Weekend at George Mason University
Dates: Friday, October 3, 2025 and Saturday, October 4, 2025. All times are Eastern.
About the Weekend
George Mason University, in partnership with MindsEye Radio and the National Beep Baseball Association, will host a Learn to Play beep baseball clinic for the local community on Friday, followed by the All-Star Single Elimination Tournament on Saturday.
The tournament features four teams made up of top blind and visually impaired athletes from across the United States. All games will be live streamed with play-by-play commentary from MindsEye Radio. A link to the stream will be posted on this page before the first game begins.
Friday, October 3 – Learn to Play Clinic
This free hands-on clinic welcomes participants who are new to the sport and those with experience. Instruction is provided by All-Star athletes and experienced coaches.
Schedule:
- Field setup: 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Participant check-in: 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Clinic and scrimmage: 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Who Should Attend:
- Individuals who are blind or visually impaired
- Family members and friends who want to learn the sport
- Local volunteers who wish to assist
Venue and Directions
Check-In Location: George Mason University, between Field 3 and Field 4
Address: 4605 Rapidan River Road, Fairfax, Virginia 22030
The check-in area is a paved space between both fields. Wayfinding signs will be posted.
Accessible Parking and Drop-Off:
- Accessible parking is available in the lot next to Fields 4 and 5.
- Passenger drop-off is next to the check-in tent.
Register to Participate
Please register in advance so we can plan coaching groups and equipment. Registration takes about five minutes.
Adults – Age 18 and Older:
Adults can sign their own consent form. The form includes a standard assumption of risk and a media release option.
[Registration link for adults]
Minors – Under Age 18:
A parent or legal guardian must complete and sign the form. The form includes emergency contact and medical information fields that are required for youth participation.
[Registration link for minors]
If you prefer a phone registration or a text description of the form fields, contact us and we will assist.
Saturday, October 4 – All-Star Tournament
Four elite teams, each made up of ten players, will compete for the 2025 NBBA All-Star title. Players were selected throughout the summer of 2025 based on their performances at regional qualifying tournaments and at the Beep Baseball World Series in St. Louis. Coaches for each team were also chosen for their outstanding leadership and performance at these events.
Schedule:
- Field setup: 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.
- Fields open for pre-game warmups: 8:15 a.m.
- Opening ceremonies: 9:30 a.m. (National Anthem, team introductions, welcome, first pitch)
- Game 1: 10:00 a.m. – Team Surge vs. Team Insight (Field 4)
- Game 2: 10:00 a.m. – Team Echo vs. Team Grit (Field 5)
- Third place game: 1:15 p.m. (Field 5)
- Championship game: 4:30 p.m. (Field 4)
About Beep Baseball
Beep baseball is an adaptive form of baseball for athletes who are blind or visually impaired. A beeping ball and buzzing bases provide audio cues that enable hitting, fielding, and running with speed and skill.
Learn More About the Sport
For more information on the rules, history, and community of beep baseball, visit the National Beep Baseball Association at: https://www.nbba.org
Accessibility and Accommodations
We want every guest to have a great experience. If you need an accommodation, please tell us what you need when you register or contact us at least five business days before the event.
Contact: [email protected] | (703) 993-3291
Live Stream
All Saturday games will be live streamed with play-by-play from MindsEye Radio. The link will be posted here before the first pitch. An audio-only stream will be listed if available.