(Attended 10/12/24 SA @ 9:30am): It's time for youth baseball in the eastern part of the San Fernando Valley! I tagged along with a dear friend so she was able to hang out with her bestie and her family as one of their sons was playing a game with the East Valley Youth Baseball league. It's been decades since I last watched a youth baseball game of any level, so I was kind of excited. As a kid, I played all three levels (e.g. T-Ball, Little League, Babe Ruth) at the time where I grew up. Unfortunately, neither of my nieces played softball nor did any of my close friends' kids, so the only baseball diamond I've been to with regularity was Dodger Stadium. Would I get all of the feels as I watched today's youth play baseball in the East San Fernando Valley!? PURCHASE Root Beer Soda Fountain Drink 16floz Cup ($1.50): I normally didn't drink soda, but whenever I did, it was usually root beer or something along the lines of the lemon-lime variety because neither of them have caffeine. I couldn't tell which brand of root beer this was, but it did the job as it helped to wash down the hot dog I bought. I would've preferred less ice, so that was my fault for not telling the person at the concession stand. Pure Tea Unsweetened 16floz Bottle ($2.00): I ended up saving this for later since my root beer was more than enough. I preferred this healthier tea and certainly didn't need any sweetness. All Beef Large Hot Dog ($4.00): When at any baseball game, you had to have a hot dog (I also wanted Cracker Jacks but they didn't sell it!). This long skinny beefy dog held me over until lunch. Although I usually liked my dogs covered in onions and relish, I went simply and just splattered ketchup and mustard. The bun was short (as usual) and fluffy. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=G63B9HKkFSX5zRgsVrHoDA SERVICE Other than the folks who worked the concession carts and stands, there wasn't any other source of service being offered - 'nuff said. PARKING (FREE) There was a wealth of parking albeit somewhat narrow lanes and in some cases dead-end pathways, so maneuvering was difficult at times as well as having to watch for kids running all over the place; it was like a minefield - 'nuff said! ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE This large complex had I think at least four baseball diamonds, several arteries of parking lots and paths, and several concession carts and stands https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=0QKu-I1Ii08-dM9Rm_Xtjw to get your grub on. Each field had its own set of covered wooden bleachers, empty park benches and tables for post-game treats, and I saw at least one drinking fountain. Plenty of natural lighting (duh... you were outside!) while big bright lights filled in the rest once the sun went down. There weren't any TVs or background music unless you counted the sounds of balls being hit and the chatter of kids encouraging their teammates. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&select=l0U4x0uJ2H_Y1ZnSzOHpUQ ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL I was happy to have taken in an East Valley Youth Baseball game and rooted for my friend's friend's son as well as the rest of the kids out there playing even for an hour or so instead of being focused on a small screen while they sat on their asses! As much as I enjoyed myself, I couldn't say I would take in another game unless the identical scenario presented itself again. I didn't want to be a creeper or anything like that! It was nice to be outdoors, the game was entertaining, the concession prices were more than comparable, and it was just a relaxing morning. Every parent should sign their children up for sports and why not start with this league!? I found complete value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL would-be paid experience was around $7.50 BEFORE any discounts/tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 5.0 STARS read more

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My son and his team have been playing against East Valley for the past 2 seasons and let me tell you these folks are a 5 star organization in my eyes. From the president down to the coaches. We won a few games and lost a few games vs various teams from East Valley. Whenever we went their facility they were always warm, respectful and inviting. The coaches always played a fair game and never tried cheating. Which is huge imo. I have been coaching since my son was 5 and the amount of cheating by adults for a sports youth league is minding blowing. This is the reason I decided to take time and review a great organization like EV Baseball. read more

A few seasons ago, our son decided he wanted to play baseball. We tried other recreational places prior to finding this gem! Our son was lucky enough to get picked by the most amazing coaches (Ziggy, Juan and Ren). They are what I call determined coaches yet patient. Their coaching techniques are unique. We have seen our son grown so much in these past seasons. The baseball organization is well maintained and run with a professionalism in mind. I am a fan of the dress attire the coaches have including the players. The park over all is well kept including the fields. Parking is readily available considering how many games and practices that take place. The baseball fees are not as bad if you pay before the season starts and considering you get a uniform, photos and great coaches. The team moms are also great at helping the parents stay on top of all practices, games and events! I read more

East Valley Baseball - Game time! - Amateur Sports Teams Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This review is based on being with ev for a few years...my son started when he was 5 and now that he is 11 we decide to move on and join elsewhere. Our decision has been something we struggled with because this place has great potential but once your child hits pinto you will notice the shift in the coaches behavior and coaching. At this point the children are not being developed, parents all pay the same amount of enrollment fee and some have to watch their kid sit out every single game or kick grass in the outfield. You will be lucky if you ever ever see any coach actually sit their kid out for any single inning, the league has rules to make it fair for all players but the coaches don't follow them and all they care about is for their child to play pitcher and first! lol even if they can't play the position successfully. If they would actually follow rules they would sit every player maybe once or twice at the most per season and kids would actually get developed and learn the game correctly, but if your kid is just sitting every game and isn't getting fair play time then at this point it's worthless going to EV because they restrict the development of the child. Play them all fair! Let them rotate and learn to play all positions that way you have a stronger team, but no they sit the same kids constantly which then leaves the kids questioning why they aren't good enough to be in the field like all other kids. They also are constantly arguing with the Umpire in front of the kids and a lot of them will scream at the kids and then expect them to perform like they are winning a world mlb championship! Don't scream and anyone's kid! So this has been a constant issue here that a lot of parents are dealing with and there is nothing frank really can do unless they get someone to really ensure coaches are playing the kids fair enough, till then find somewhere else to go. read more

Great sports program. I enjoyed everything about this league. Very organized, professional and friendly staff.

My son just started playing at EV. The leadership really cares about the league and fields and the park shows it. Everyone is friendly and helpful with tons and great parents and volunteers helping out. If you are contemplating having your kids play baseball, this is the place. Competitive, yes. But also very much about character building and teamwork. read more

My kid (5 y/o) participates in the baseball league here. This is the second season he plays. Everyone there is very nice and family oriented. All the coaches donate their time and all the parents are involved somehow. I wish I knew about this place earlier. read more

I love this place it has been the place I value most in my life. It is really family friendly and has a great owner of the park and kids are really competitive here. And I hope this place gets more kids to play here read more

Great league very competitive !!! Frank the commissioner is amazing and field are well kept !!!! 5th season here and I have no complaints !!!! read more

I've been at East Valley since 2010. Since the league is based on volunteer of coaches, I'm only basing my review on the facility and programs. The facility is clean and the fields are green and each field has its own lit up scoreboard. New bathrooms and snack bar were recently installed and there's plenty of parking. The fields are maintained by dedicated parents and volunteers that donate their time. This is a highly competitive program, as it should be, considering that each year a 12U travel team, compiled of league players, travels to Cooperstown NY to compete in the nation's largest tournament. A program only offered to league players. This is by a far the greatest perk at East Valley. The guy that runs the program, Frank Miceli, is there to make sure that all the kids that play at East Valley enjoy the game of Baseball. Oh, and it's the best value in San Fernando Valley for boys and girls ages 3-16 years of age. read more

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