The Oxford Kings Baseball Club was established in 1998 by three post-graduate students at the University of Oxford. Starting as a university society, the club broadened its reach in 2004, becoming a city club open to anyone. Today, we compete in the British Baseball Federation’s Senior Leagues and are committed to inclusivity, welcoming all who are interested in the sport. As a teaching club, we provide a supportive environment where beginners can learn alongside seasoned players.
The Kings’ international ties run deep. For over two decades, we’ve made an annual pilgrimage to Turin, playing in a friendly tournament hosted by our sister club, Jacks Torino. This September marks our twelfth visit — a weekend of baseball, hospitality, and the sharing of a very specific bottle of grappa.
“It’s a testament to the Oxford Kings’ training and team spirit that, despite regularly integrating beginners, they have achieved significant success. Across twenty-six seasons, losing records have been the exception rather than the rule. Their history boasts six National semi-final appearances (2008, 2010–2012, 2015, 2016) and four National Final appearances (2008, 2010, 2011, 2016), including a AAA National Championship title in 2010.”
— Conte Alessandro di Battistrada-Malinconico, cronista del grande amore fra il baseball italiano e britannico
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