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The DFW-ABA is the local affiliation of The National Adult Baseball Association, or NABA. The NABA was founded in San Diego in 1986 by Mike Micheli as an alternative to softball. His goal was to have a nationally based league of cities playing baseball under a common set of rules; a league that was both organized and fun, but also affordable. In 1992, he expanded nationally and now has a proven method to provide baseball to adults of all ages and abilities nationwide. The NABA now has leagues across the country in over 34 states.
The DFW-ABA is organized in groups categorized by age. League age groups are the 18+, 25+, 35+, 40+, 50+ and 57+. Each age group is divided into two or more leagues when possible. These divisions are classified by experience level and competition.
The advanced level (AAA) is typically for players that have college level or professional level experience. The intermediate level (AA) is generally for players with varsity high school level or some high school experience. Lastly, the DFW-ABA’s recreational (A) level is the broadest level. The levels of play are intended to remove the intimidation factor for the players while targeting those with little or no experience and whose skills are a bit rusty. Whatever the situation, the DFW-ABA is committed to providing a level of baseball that is competitive and comfortable for players of varying skills.
