Baseball Philippines
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Baseball Philippines is a start-up baseball circuit established in 2007 by a joint venture between Community Sports Incorporated and Pureplay Sports Management Incorporated in partnership with the Philippine Amateur Baseball Association and sanctioned by the Philippine Sports Commission.
The circuit was established in hopes of sustaining the growth of the sport in the Philippines, which was one of Asia's baseball powerhouses during the first half of the 20th century well into the early 1970s.
Five teams took part in the inaugural season's first leg—dubbed as the Pilot Series—which was held during the late summer season. The second leg saw six teams in an expanded 10-game, three-round playoff format. Eventually the circuit envisions a single leg, two-division regular season played out during the dry months of the year.
The Philippine Baseball League soon followed during the early part of the 1980s but disbanded after a short time.
Nevertheless, the Titans Baseball Club along with the PABA, the universities (notably the UAAP), and other private interests, organized baseball continues to thrive throughout the archipelago, albeit to differing degrees. Other school-based circuits such as the PRISAA and SCUAA tournaments also conduct baseball tournaments on a regional and national level.
Although the teams are regional-based, the games are not presently played on a geographic home-and-away scale, but rather held at the Rizal Memorial Baseball Stadium
. As of 2010, the league also plays its games at the Alabang Country Club and at the newly-built Felino Marcelino Baseball Stadium in Taguig. However, a true home-and-away format is envisioned for the future.
In 2011,Baseball Philippines Series 8 will tour some parts of the country with games in Batangas
, Laguna and Subic
.
The circuit was established in hopes of sustaining the growth of the sport in the Philippines, which was one of Asia's baseball powerhouses during the first half of the 20th century well into the early 1970s.
Five teams took part in the inaugural season's first leg—dubbed as the Pilot Series—which was held during the late summer season. The second leg saw six teams in an expanded 10-game, three-round playoff format. Eventually the circuit envisions a single leg, two-division regular season played out during the dry months of the year.
History of baseball leagues in the Philippines
Organized baseball circuits in the Philippines were a staple throughout the 20th century, the most popular of which was the prestigious Manila Bay Baseball League which was disbanded in the 1970s.The Philippine Baseball League soon followed during the early part of the 1980s but disbanded after a short time.
Nevertheless, the Titans Baseball Club along with the PABA, the universities (notably the UAAP), and other private interests, organized baseball continues to thrive throughout the archipelago, albeit to differing degrees. Other school-based circuits such as the PRISAA and SCUAA tournaments also conduct baseball tournaments on a regional and national level.
Current Teams
- Manila SharksManila SharksThe Manila Sharks are a baseball team in Baseball Philippines formed in 2007 as one of its charter members. Owned by Harbour Centre and assigned in the league's North Division, the Sharks are the current division champions after beating the Marikina Shoemakers in Series 2.With four national team...
- Batangas BullsBatangas BullsThe Batangas Bulls is a baseball team competing in Baseball Philippines, Philippines' premier baseball circuit/competition.Roster : http://www.baseballphilippines.com/series-viii-roster/-External links:*...
- Cebu DolphinsCebu DolphinsThe Cebu Dolphins are a baseball team in the Baseball Philippines formed in 2007 as one of its charter members. Owned by Industrial Enterprises and assigned in the league's South Division, the Dolphins won their first championship during the league's Series 2....
- Dumaguete Uni-bikersDumaguete Uni-bikers-History:The Dumagute Uni-Bikers are a team in the Baseball Philippines formed in 2007. Dumaguete joined the league during its second season. The team is owned by Felipe Antonio B...
- Forward Taguig PatriotsForward Taguig PatriotsThe Forward Taguig Patriots are a baseball team competing in Baseball Philippines, Philippines premier competition.-External links:*...
- Alabang TigersAlabang TigersThe Alabang Tigers are a baseball team in the Baseball Philippines formed in 2007 as one of its charter members. The team was originally known as the Makati Mariners. The team moved to Muntinlupa in 2008...
(formerly Muntinlupa MarinersMuntinlupa MarinersThe Muntinlupa Mariners are a baseball team in the Baseball Philippines formed in 2007 as one of its charter members. The team was originally known as the Makati Mariners. The team moved to Muntinlupa in 2008.-Current roster: 1. Alvarez, Gilbert...
and Makati Mariners)
Inactive
- Laguna Tigers
- Negros Roosters
- Marikina Shoemakers
- Antipolo PilgrimsAntipolo PilgrimsThe Antipolo Pilgrims are a baseball team competing in North Division of the Baseball Philippines competition.-External links:*...
- Quezon CityQuezon CityQuezon City is the former capital and the most populous city in the Philippines. Located on the island of Luzon, Quezon City is one of the cities and municipalities that make up Metro Manila, the National Capital Region. The city was named after Manuel L...
Angels - Pampanga Sand Kings
Although the teams are regional-based, the games are not presently played on a geographic home-and-away scale, but rather held at the Rizal Memorial Baseball Stadium
Rizal Memorial Sports Complex
The Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, is national sports complex of the Philippines, located on Pablo Ocampo St. , Malate, Manila. It is named after the country's national hero, José Rizal....
. As of 2010, the league also plays its games at the Alabang Country Club and at the newly-built Felino Marcelino Baseball Stadium in Taguig. However, a true home-and-away format is envisioned for the future.
In 2011,Baseball Philippines Series 8 will tour some parts of the country with games in Batangas
Batangas
Batangas is a first class province of the Philippines located on the southwestern part of Luzon in the CALABARZON region. Its capital is Batangas City and it is bordered by the provinces of Cavite and Laguna to the north and Quezon to the east. Across the Verde Island Passages to the south is the...
, Laguna and Subic
Subic, Zambales
Subic is a 1st class municipality in the province of Zambales, Philippines. According to the latest census, it has a population of 77,118 people in 13,882 households....
.
League Results
| Regular Season | Champion | Runner-Up | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Pilot Series | Makati Mariners Makati Mariners The Makati Mariners are a baseball team competing in Baseball Philippines, Philippines premier competition.-External links:*... |
Negros Roosters | 4-2 (One-Game) |
| 2007 Series Two | Cebu Dolphins Cebu Dolphins The Cebu Dolphins are a baseball team in the Baseball Philippines formed in 2007 as one of its charter members. Owned by Industrial Enterprises and assigned in the league's South Division, the Dolphins won their first championship during the league's Series 2.... |
Manila Sharks Manila Sharks The Manila Sharks are a baseball team in Baseball Philippines formed in 2007 as one of its charter members. Owned by Harbour Centre and assigned in the league's North Division, the Sharks are the current division champions after beating the Marikina Shoemakers in Series 2.With four national team... |
2-1 |
| 2008 Series Three | Batangas Bulls Batangas Bulls The Batangas Bulls is a baseball team competing in Baseball Philippines, Philippines' premier baseball circuit/competition.Roster : http://www.baseballphilippines.com/series-viii-roster/-External links:*... |
Dumaguete Uni-Bikers Dumaguete Uni-bikers -History:The Dumagute Uni-Bikers are a team in the Baseball Philippines formed in 2007. Dumaguete joined the league during its second season. The team is owned by Felipe Antonio B... |
2-1 |
| 2008 Series Four | Cebu Dolphins Cebu Dolphins The Cebu Dolphins are a baseball team in the Baseball Philippines formed in 2007 as one of its charter members. Owned by Industrial Enterprises and assigned in the league's South Division, the Dolphins won their first championship during the league's Series 2.... |
Dumaguete Uni-Bikers Dumaguete Uni-bikers -History:The Dumagute Uni-Bikers are a team in the Baseball Philippines formed in 2007. Dumaguete joined the league during its second season. The team is owned by Felipe Antonio B... |
1-0 (Do-or-Die Twice-to-Beat Game) |
| 2009 Series Five | Batangas Bulls Batangas Bulls The Batangas Bulls is a baseball team competing in Baseball Philippines, Philippines' premier baseball circuit/competition.Roster : http://www.baseballphilippines.com/series-viii-roster/-External links:*... |
Manila Sharks Manila Sharks The Manila Sharks are a baseball team in Baseball Philippines formed in 2007 as one of its charter members. Owned by Harbour Centre and assigned in the league's North Division, the Sharks are the current division champions after beating the Marikina Shoemakers in Series 2.With four national team... |
2-0(Best-of-Three) |
| 2010 Dunkin' Donuts-BP Series Six | Manila Sharks Manila Sharks The Manila Sharks are a baseball team in Baseball Philippines formed in 2007 as one of its charter members. Owned by Harbour Centre and assigned in the league's North Division, the Sharks are the current division champions after beating the Marikina Shoemakers in Series 2.With four national team... |
Cebu Dolphins Cebu Dolphins The Cebu Dolphins are a baseball team in the Baseball Philippines formed in 2007 as one of its charter members. Owned by Industrial Enterprises and assigned in the league's South Division, the Dolphins won their first championship during the league's Series 2.... |
2-1(Best-of-Three) |
| 2010 Dunkin' Donuts-BP Series Seven | Manila Sharks Manila Sharks The Manila Sharks are a baseball team in Baseball Philippines formed in 2007 as one of its charter members. Owned by Harbour Centre and assigned in the league's North Division, the Sharks are the current division champions after beating the Marikina Shoemakers in Series 2.With four national team... |
Batangas Bulls Batangas Bulls The Batangas Bulls is a baseball team competing in Baseball Philippines, Philippines' premier baseball circuit/competition.Roster : http://www.baseballphilippines.com/series-viii-roster/-External links:*... |
2-0(Best-of-Three) |
| 2011 Series Eight | Manila Sharks Manila Sharks The Manila Sharks are a baseball team in Baseball Philippines formed in 2007 as one of its charter members. Owned by Harbour Centre and assigned in the league's North Division, the Sharks are the current division champions after beating the Marikina Shoemakers in Series 2.With four national team... |
Cebu Dolphins Cebu Dolphins The Cebu Dolphins are a baseball team in the Baseball Philippines formed in 2007 as one of its charter members. Owned by Industrial Enterprises and assigned in the league's South Division, the Dolphins won their first championship during the league's Series 2.... |
2-0(Best-of-Three) |
| 2012 Series Nine | |||
External links
- Baseball Philippines official website
- Manila Sharks Official Website
- Titans Baseball Club - Philippines official website