Kippa-Ring and Clontarf are hosting matches in Queensland’s largest softball tournament as the 25th annual Softball Queensland Masters begins across the Moreton Bay region.
Background and Regional Significance
The Softball Queensland Masters Tournament is marking its 25th edition from Friday 1 August to Sunday 3 August 2025, drawing over 1,800 players, officials and supporters. Since 2019, the event has been held in partnership with the City of Moreton Bay, and is scheduled to return again in 2026.
The tournament rotates through key regional venues, with this year’s event based in Kippa-Ring, Clontarf, and Caboolture. Future expansions are targeting additional teams from New South Wales, Victoria, and New Zealand.
Tournament Scope and Logistics
A total of 114 teams are participating across 17 women’s divisions and 6 men’s divisions, with over 350 games scheduled across three days. Matches begin daily at 8:00 a.m., with all grand finals set for 3:00 p.m. on Sunday.
Venues include:
- Talobilla Park in Kippa-Ring, home to the Redcliffe Leagues Softball Association and Redcliffe Padres Baseball Club
- Ray Frawley Fields in Clontarf, used by the Redcliffe Junior Rugby Union Club
- Dances Road Sports Ground in Caboolture, home of the Caboolture Sports Softball Association
Entry and Umpire Requirements
Team entries opened on 30 January and closed on 7 April, with confirmation of team lists by early July. Each team was required to register a minimum of nine players, nominate a team umpire, and complete payment to be accepted.
Teams are expected to supply umpires competent in both plate and base duties. Umpires must hold relevant Play by the Rules certifications and a valid Blue Card if over 18. Penalties apply for failing to meet assigned umpire responsibilities.
An umpires meeting was scheduled for 7:00 a.m. on 1 August.
Draw and Divisional Breakdown
Matches are being held from 1–3 August across all divisions. Women’s divisions range from 1 to 17, while the men’s divisions include 1, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8. Draws and results are available online via the tournament platform.
Ongoing Planning and Community Involvement
Organisers intend to expand the tournament by increasing team numbers and attracting more interstate and international participation. Continued backing from sponsors and regional partners supports the event’s sustainability and growth in the Moreton Bay area.
The event also draws a wide base of volunteers, families, and supporters, contributing to its operational scale and community presence.
What’s Next?
With hundreds of matches underway and thousands in attendance, the 2025 Softball Queensland Masters Tournament reinforces the role of Moreton Bay suburbs like Kippa-Ring, Clontarf, and Caboolture as key hosts for major community sport. Planning for the 2026 tournament is already in motion, with further expansion under consideration.
Published 31-July-2025