Central City Baseball Club

Looking for something to keep the kids active in the school holidays?

Sign up for the Diamond Lab - Midwinter Baseball Camp - LIMITED SPACES LEFT!

It may be cold outside, but we're excited to keep baseball rolling with a three day camp run by Coach Dan Tan, Head Coach of New Zealand's national team, the Diamondblacks, and hosted by The Diamond Lab.

Players will be grouped into age groups of 8-10 and 11-13.
Please contact us if your player falls outside this age range but you still feel they would benefit from the camp.

Register now before it's too late!
The Midwinter Baseball Camp is filling up fast.
• Perfect for beginners and players with experience
• Keep kids active, learning, and building teamwork
• Flexible options: join for a single day or all 3 days (discount for full camp)
📅 14 – 16 Julyl, 9:00am - 3:00pm
📍 Mount Albert Grammar – GL Weir Centre, Alberton Ave, Mt Albert

Register now: centralcitybaseball.org.nz/products/school-holiday-program

Round The World of Whisky
Limited spaces available for another unique Central City Baseball Club experience.

🥃 - Whisky Tasting hosted by Kenny Ariaens
📅 - July 25th, 5:00 - 7:00pm
📍 - Panacea Bar, 23 OÇonnell St
💰 - $100 per person

The Central City Baseball Club is thrilled to announce its first-ever "Round the World of Whisky" tasting night on Saturday, 25 July, at Auckland’s sophisticated Panacea Bar. This exclusive evening promises an unforgettable sensory journey through some of the finest distilleries across the globe, all while supporting a fantastic local cause.

Guiding guests through this global tour is a highly esteemed whisky expert, Kenny Ariaens. Renowned for engaging storytelling and profound knowledge, Kenny will share the fascinating histories, intricate distillation processes, and tasting notes behind each premium bottle. Whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or a curious newcomer, this expertise ensures a captivating experience for every palate.

Beyond the exceptional drinks, the true heart of the evening lies in its purpose. All proceeds from the event will go directly to Central City Youth Baseball. These vital funds will purchase new equipment, cover tournament travel expenses, and subsidise registration fees, directly investing in the future of our young local athletes.

Tickets are strictly limited to ensure an intimate, high-quality experience in the elegant setting of Panacea Bar. Secure your seat today for just $100 per person. To book your ticket and support local youth sports, please contact Luke Seeney at [email protected].

🇳🇿⚾️ MLB Playball Weekend is almost here!
📍 This Sunday, June 7th from 10am - 1pm
This is going to be a great day at May Rd War Memorial Park.

Come along an join in on the MLB Playball Weekend, the first time that New Zealand has been a part of this massive event.
https://www.mlb.com/play-ball/weekend

We want to see all Central City junior members at the diamond, and you'll get extra credit if you bring a friend with you!

MLB PLAY BALL Weekend Aotearoa - GameDay Registration

Central City Baseball Annual Awards
May 16th @ New Lynn RSA

Here is some useful information for everyone attending our annual awards.

⏰ The doors open at 3:30pm and the Awards will start at 4:00pm - don't be late!

🍺🍷 The bar at the venue will open at 3:30pm and will stay open after the Awards are finished.
If you're drinking please make sure you have transport organised.

🍔🌭 We will have food as soon as the awards are finished, this could be close to 6:00pm.

💰🏧 All rookies and award winners will be getting their own baseball card. You will be able to buy extra copies for $10. EFTPOS available.

🧢We are encouraging the "Blue Wave" for our awards, and would like people to be repping Central City. But don't panic, will also have Central City merchandise available to purchase.

🏆 See you at the Awards!

Maclain "Macca" Roberts
From Central City to the Arizona Wildcats

Check out this interview. Keep doing us proud over there Macca!

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXxCsLHpt-e/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

Auckland, New Zealand ➡️ Tucson, Arizona Go one-on-one with Maclain Roberts to hear about his unique baseball journey and how he became a Wildcat 🇳🇿

LAST CHANCE TO ORDER!!
The deadline for orders is 8pm tonight.

The Mother Day "Sakura Edition" hoodies have been selling fast, however we still have some available.

Available for collection 10:00-11:00am at War Memorial Park (3rd base dugout) on Saturday, May 9th.

Alternative arrangements needed? Contact us at [email protected]

https://www.centralcitybaseball.org.nz/products/central-city-mothers-day-hoodie-limited-edition

Celebrate Mother’s Day with Central City 🌸

This Mother’s Day, gift something truly special. Central City’s limited‑edition custom pink hoodie features delicate sakura blossom details and a soft, premium feel made for everyday comfort.

Thoughtfully designed and available for a short time only—because mothers deserve something as unique as they are. 💗

Only 20 will be made, so get in quick!
Available for collection 10:00-11:00am at War Memorial Park (3rd base dugout) on Saturday, May 9th.

https://www.centralcitybaseball.org.nz/products/central-city-mothers-day-hoodie-limited-edition

Diamond Lab Open Night 💎⚾
Are you wondering what the Diamond Lab experience is all about? Come along and find out!

📅May 5th, 6:00 - 7:00pm
📍Mount Albert Grammar School - GL Weir Centre

Please come to the MAGS main entrance on Alberton Ave (to the left of Gate 4) and follow the path marked on the attached map to the GL Weir Centre.

We will be there from 6:00-7:00pm to answer any questions, as well as put the players through a few fun drills.

The Diamond Lab Off-Season training programme kicks off next week, and there are limited spaces still available.
https://www.centralcitybaseball.org.nz/products/off-season-development-programme-open-to-all

🏆⭐⚾Central City Prize Giving
The 2025/26 Season will be capped off by a prize giving that is bigger and better than anything we have done in the past.

✅ SAVE THE DATE
You don't want to miss this.

📅 Saturday, 16 May, 4:00-6:00pm
📍New Lynn RSA

📢 📩More details will be included in the next edition of the Central City newsletter which is coming to your inbox soon.

Diamond Lab Off Season Development is open for registrations!
Coaches Dan Tan and Toshiki Nakao are excited to be delivering the programme to two age levels this winter.

All training will be held at the GL Weir Centre indoor venue at Mount Albert Grammar School.

💎 Foundation Programme
Ages 10-12
8 Weeks
Limit of 24 participants
📅 Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:00p.m. – 7:30p.m. – option for one day per week
12 May – 2 July

💎 Development Programme
Ages 13-16
8 Weeks
Limit of 24 participants
📅 Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:15p.m. – 9:00p.m. – option for one day per week
12 May – 2 July

You can find out everything here:
https://www.centralcitybaseball.org.nz/products/off-season-development-programme-open-to-all

⚾ Not sure what it's all about? We will have an Open Day where you can check out the facility and meet the coaches on Tuesday 5 May from 6-7pm
📍Please come to the main entrance (to the left of Gate 4) and we will help you make your way to the GL Weir Centre.

Any questions? Please email us at [email protected]