Keene Swampbats

The Keene SwampBats, established in 1997, are one of 14 independently run teams competing in the New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL) in the northern United States. The organization is highly dedicated to providing its fans and players an authentic, rewarding, and community-oriented experience annually from June to August. The SwampBats consistently rank among the NECBL's best in attendance and as one of the premier summer collegiate baseball destinations across the United States. SwampBat teams have hoisted the NECBL's Fay Vincent Cup, rewarded to its champion, five times in its 25-year history 2003, 2011, 2013, 2019). An impressive 24 former SwampBats have gone on to make their MLB debuts, with several other players currently playing affiliated baseball in the Minor Leagues.