The CK Barnstormers are the latest expansion franchise of the IBL (Intercounty Baseball League), one of the top-level baseball leagues in Canada, boasting ex-major league professionals and elite NCAA college baseball players. Their home-games are held at Fergie Jenkins Field with a capacity up to 1,500 fans. Bring the whole family for the best 9 innings of fun and entertainment you will ever live during your summer in Chatham-Kent.
About the Barnstormers: Stay up to date with schedules, special events and more online
For tickets requests: Tickets are available now
Coming from out of town for a game? Book at room at one of our many accommodations available.
About the Intercounty Baseball League
The IBL started in 1919 with 4 teams (Galt, Guelph, Stratford, and Kitchener). 2024 Barnstormers' inaugural season marked the IBL's 105th season of operation. The IBL is one of the longest continuously operated baseball leagues in the world and serves as a valuable training ground for coaches, umpires, and front office staff. More than 40 IBL players have advanced to Major League Baseball or returned to the IBL following their MLB careers. The league is comprised of teams from Barrie, Brantford, Kitchener, London, Toronto, Guelph, Welland, and Hamilton.
For more on the storied history of the IBL, check out this amazing collection from RuralOntario.org : A Rural Story (ruralontario.org)
Chatham-Kent is also home to many minor league baseball teams. For more information visit the Chatham-Kent Sports Network online.