Bristol Blues Base Ball Club
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The Bristol Blues were formed in 2000 and were founding members of the New England Vintage Base Ball League.  The Blues play highly competetive Vintage Base Ball by 1861 rules.  They play without gloves, without contracts, and without fear.  This is Base Ball the way it was meant to be played. To learn more about this amazing and historic style of Base Ball (yes, it was two words back in the 19th century), please visit one of the numerous informative links at the bottom of this page.
 
               Step back in time to 1861 and enjoy the experience of a Bristol Blues Base Ball                          
                                                                                            
                                                                                                       
United States 34 Star Flag (1861-1863)

No Contracts, No Gloves and No Fear !!
 
We enjoyed marching in the Bristol 4th of July parade, with the 2007 Boston Red Sox World Series Trophy, and look forward to seeing you at an upcoming game.  Check our schedule and come out to a game.
  



** We are always looking for new players. 
If you are interested in playing for the Bristol Blues, use our contact link and come to a game and introduce yourself.

Next game: 
August 23, 2008 - Bristol Blues Base Ball Club Vs. Mudville Nine, Holliston, Massachusetts,

Bristol Common, Bristol, Rhode Island,  Gametime - 1pm

Click here for official Bristol Blues Apparel and Gifts:http://www.cafepress.com/bristolblues


Check out our videos !!



 

Enjoy the slideshows, featuring photography by Lora Rainier

 

Bristol Blues 2007
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Bristol Blues 2006
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Links of Interest:                                                                                                                   
Vintage Base Ball Association: http://www.vbba.org/
1861 Base Ball rules and regulations:  http://www.vbba.org/index.php/Rules/1861
New England Vintage Base Ball Association: http://www.newenglandvintagebaseball.com/
Wikipedia description of Vintage Base Ball: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vintage_base_ball
 
Vintage Base Ball equipment makers:
 
Phoenix Bat Company:  http://www.phoenixbats.com/
K & P Weaver Uniform and Clothing Company: http://members.aol.com/kpweaver/
                                                                                   

                                                                                                                                 
 

For more information: Jay Rainier:  jrainier1@msn.com 

 

 

 
 
The Bristol Blues Base Ball Club
Bristol, Rhode Island
 
 
 
Bristol, RI
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Our home field, The Bristol Common,
Park at 170 State Street, Bristol, RI,
field is to right of gazebo near playground.