Play. Stay. Experience Australian Baseball.
Bring your team to Sydney for three days of competitive junior baseball, professional tournament operations and an unforgettable Australian Baseball League experience.
The inaugural Sydney Blue Sox Invitational Tournament will bring together teams and academies from across Australia at Blacktown International Sportspark from 14–16 January 2027.
Teams from Perth are already registered, with strong interest from other interstate teams and academies. Registrations are open to teams from every state.
Dates: 14–16 January 2027
Location: Blacktown International Sportspark
Divisions: Little League Majors and Junior League
Hosted by: Sydney Blue Sox
A Tournament Built for More Baseball
The Sydney Blue Sox Invitational gives junior players the opportunity to compete against teams from across Australia while experiencing a professionally operated tournament at the home of the Sydney Blue Sox.
Every team is guaranteed a minimum of five games, with championship finals, daily player awards and special tournament experiences throughout the three days.
Tournament Features
- Minimum five games guaranteed
- Little League Majors and Junior League divisions
- Strong interstate and academy competition
- Championship finals
- Daily player awards
- Professional tournament operations
- Opening Ceremony at an ABL game
- Tournament champions presented during an ABL game
More Than a Tournament
The Invitational runs alongside the Sydney Blue Sox home series against the Brisbane Bandits, giving players and families the chance to experience professional baseball throughout the weekend.
Participating teams will be welcomed onto the field during the Opening Ceremony before Thursday night’s ABL game, while the winning teams will be recognised as part of the Championship Celebration during Saturday night’s game.
Every participating family will receive access to the ABL games throughout the tournament weekend, with players also taking part in exclusive tournament activities.
PLUS, every registered player will receive a custom Recken Ambush batting glove in their team colours, valued at $150.
Why Teams Will Love the Invitational
- More Baseball – Every team is guaranteed at least five games across the tournament.
- Strong Competition – Play against junior teams and academies from across Sydney, New South Wales and interstate.
- A Professional Experience – Compete at Blacktown International Sportspark alongside an Australian Baseball League series.
- Memories for Life – Give your players and families an experience that extends well beyond the field.
- An Easy Interstate Trip – Tournament entry, accommodation, transport and family experiences can be combined into one convenient package.
- Interstate Family Packages – Interstate packages make it easy for the whole family to travel, stay and experience the tournament together.
Local Sydney Player Packages
$300 per player
The local player package includes:
- Tournament entry
- Minimum five games
- Family pass to the ABL series
- Opening Ceremony
- Opportunity to win daily prizes
- Lone Pine Tavern dinner
- Custom Recken Ambush batting gloves
- 10% off shopping experience at RBI Australia
Flights, accommodation and hire car are not included in the local player package.
Interstate Player Packages
Family of Four — $5,490
Includes:
- Tournament entry for one player
- Return flights
- Hire car
- Accommodation
- Opening Ceremony
- Daily tournament prizes
- Family pass to all ABL games
- Lone Pine Tavern family dinner
- Custom Recken Ambush batting gloves
- 10% off shopping experience at RBI Australia
- Coach transport to and from accommodation
Family of Three — $4,690
Includes the same package benefits.
Family of Two — $3,690
Includes the same package benefits.
Additional players can be added to either package for $300.
Accommodation
Interstate families will stay at BIG4 Avina Holiday Park, one of Sydney’s popular family holiday parks.
Facilities and benefits include:
- Swimming pool
- Modern accommodation
- Family-friendly environment
- Easy access to Blacktown International Sportspark
- Convenient location near restaurants and shopping
Register Your Team
Team registration is now open to clubs, representative teams and academies from across Australia.
You do not need to provide individual player details at this stage. To register your interest, simply submit:
- Coach or team contact details
- Team name
- Preferred age division
Our team will then contact you with the next steps and further tournament information.
Teams from Perth are already confirmed, and enquiries are coming in from other interstate teams and academies. Secure your team’s place and join us in Sydney for three days of baseball, connection and unforgettable experiences.
Bring Your Team to Sydney
Five or more games. Interstate competition. ABL experiences. A family trip built around baseball.
Join us at Blacktown International Sportspark from 14–16 January 2027 for the inaugural Sydney Blue Sox Invitational Tournament.
