The ball league association in Marionville was founded in 1982 and still exists today. In 2023, 41 years into its existence, this league is still recognized as one of the best mixed leagues in the area. Each team must be represented by a certain number of players from Marionville.
In 2023, Yvrik Leclerc was named the league's new President, succeeding Martin Dagenais after he had successfully fulfilled this role for many years.
The 2024 season is underway. You will find below the schedule, the names of the 8 teams, and the names of the individuals responsible for the ball league association and its teams. Play ball and best of luck to all teams!
Over the years, many players and teams have made their mark in this sport. Marionville's all-time fastball star is undoubtedly André "Joe" Bélisle. He is pictured below in action at an Ontario provincial tournament in 1981.
Click here to consult the 2024 shedule.
For the 2023 season, Daguerre's Chiefs team was crowned champion by winning the year-end tournament in extra innings against the strong Weeds team. Well done to all the teams!
During the 2024 end-of-year tournament, the Marionville Citizens Committee paid tribute to Mr. Rodolphe Lafrance, who passed away on July 09, 2024, for his great involvement and support for sports over the years in Marionville. A commemorative plaque, " Pavillon Rodolphe Lafrance" was installed in the Ball Pavillon in his honor. Mr. Lafrance was an avid ball fan and sports supporter in the Marionville community.
The Weeds team was crowned champion by winning the year-end tournament against against the strong Alouette team. Congratulations to all the teams and looking forward to another successful year in 2025.
The “Copains” team won the “B” section of the 2024 community ball tournament by beating the “Expos”.