Category Archives: News 2020

If it weren’t for the pandemic, we, the board members, would all be buzzing with excitement right now, making final preparations: each of us with our own to-do lists and working together on the common questions. Will the teams actually show up? What will the weather be like? How are advance ticket sales going? The bleachers are being set up, the VIP gallery is being installed, the fan zone is being set up, there is […]

Dear all, The measures taken to address the risk of coronavirus transmission are far-reaching and have significant consequences. Tonight, during a press conference, Prime Minister Rutte informed the Dutch public that the regulations must be tightened even further. All events are canceled until June 1. The HWH board is aware of […]

Haarlem Baseball Week is closely monitoring developments regarding the coronavirus. As of today (March 15, 2020), our government has announced strict measures. This means that we are taking this new reality into account in our preparations. Naturally, the organizing committee is working hard to develop contingency plans in case these measures remain in effect after April 6. […]

The 30th edition of Haarlem Baseball Week (June 26 through July 5) will feature five teams. In addition to the Netherlands, Cuba, defending champion Japan, Germany, and Taiwan will be coming to Haarlem. The plan was to round out the field with a strong American team, but despite all efforts, that did not work out. “We were virtually […]

We are extremely proud of the partnership we have established with Baseball Against Cancer. During the upcoming Baseball Week, BAC will be hosting clinics led by a large group of professional baseball players, international athletes, and experienced coaches. There will also be a speed gun and a “splash machine,” and you can support the cause by purchasing T-shirts, sweatshirts, and […]

The excitement was palpable last Tuesday. The organizers of the 30th (anniversary) edition of Haarlem Baseball Week had invited sponsors and partners to a kick-off event at their catering partner Villa Westend in Velserbroek. It was an update meeting to discuss what’s in store for the summer. The much-needed enthusiasm was definitely there, as a great turnout […]

The organizers of Haarlem Baseball Week 2020 have added Cuba to the roster of participants for this anniversary edition. Along with Cuba, defending champion Japan, Germany, Taiwan, and the Netherlands make up the tournament’s strong lineup. Negotiations are currently underway with several American college teams to round out the six-team roster for the 30th edition.

It was a full house last Tuesday, February 4, at the partner meeting for Haarlem Baseball Week 2020 at Villa-Westend. While enjoying delicious snacks and drinks, the (future) partners received an update from the organizing committee on the current status and plans for the anniversary edition, which will be held from Friday […]

Hans de Bie, who had a long career in journalism and served on the Organizing Committee of the International Haarlem Baseball Week for many years, passed away early Thursday morning, January 23, at the age of 83, after his health had unfortunately declined in recent months. Over the years, Mr. De Bie […]