Doubleday Field
Doubleday Field is nestled in the middle of the village and beyond the outfield fences are Cooperstown backyards. The neighbors get a free treat and can watch games from their rooftops or back porches. Doubleday Field hosts an average of 325 games per playing season. It seats approximately 9,000 and is home to the annual Hall of Fame Classic. This game on Father’s Day Weekend brings old-time major league ball players to Doubleday. Other special events usually accompany this event including a parade, and pre-game events on the field.
There are no concession stands or lights in the park. All game are played during day light hours. The brick grandstand behind home plate has covered bleacher seating. The first and third base lines have bleacher seating along with bleacher seating from the center outfield toward right field.
The Village accepts applications for teams to play on Doubleday Field which are accepted on a first come, first serve basis at the Village Clerk’s Office. The fee is $500.00 per single game and $550.00 for tournament games (6 or more game), with a 3 hour time limit per game. Applications for the 2010 season are currently being accepted.
A Public Announcement system is also available for your use at a nominal fee. Please contact the Village Clerk’s office at 607-547-2411 for more details.