Volunteer

The Miracle League of San Diego relies on our amazing volunteers to help us deliver a positive, safe and enjoyable experience for our athletes.  Volunteering with Miracle League is a great way to gain experience working with children with disabilities and to give back to the community.

There are a number of volunteer opportunities available – we hope you’ll join us!


Coaches

Coaches provide guidance, encouragement and compassion to the players and buddies and help ensure the games run smoothly each week.  There are three coaches per team, and they may range from high school students to senior citizens.  Coaches are required to arrive 30 minutes before their game each Saturday.  Games last for one hour, and there are no practices.

Buddies

Buddies are paired with one player for the entire season and often develop a very special, rewarding relationship.  They provide support and encouragement while ensuring their player’s safety.  Buddies are required to attend their team’s games each Saturday for one hour and to arrive 30 minutes prior to their game.  They make a season-long commitment to their player, sign the “Buddy Pledge” and receive community service hours.  Buddies must be at least eight years old to participate.

If you are not able to commit to the entire season, there are a limited number of spots available to be a “floater buddy” and assist with athletes when needed.  You may indicate “floater buddy” during the registration process.

Game Day Volunteers

The Miracle League of San Diego also needs volunteers to help out at our information table, on the field as umpires, and with running Jack’s Snack Shack and the grill.

  • Umpires provide support and encouragement to athletes as they round the bases and assist with safety and equipment. Umpires should be at least seven years old.
  • Snack shack volunteers help serve game day treats and drinks.  Snack shack volunteers should be at least seven years old.
  • Grill volunteers help to prepare and serve hot dogs and chicken sandwiches to the fans. Grill volunteers should be at least fifteen years old, or accompanied by an adult.

Register now to be a Game Day volunteer for our Fall season.

Game Day Volunteers Registration»

Field and Directions

All games are played at Engel Family Field, a Little Padres Park, in San Dieguito Park in Del Mar. The park is located at 1628 Lomas Santa Fe Drive at the northeast corner of Lomas Santa Fe Drive and Highland Drive.  Click here to see a map.

Parking

Parking is available near the field with an ADA accessible ramp from the lot to the right of the park entrance.  Street parking is available for free or you may park in the lot for $3.

You can visit our FAQ section for more information on volunteering, or feel free to contact Gianna Stone, our Program Director at gianna@miracleleagueofsandiego.org (858) 964-2222  if you need further assistance.