League History

NWAMSBL was founded in 1991 for ballplayers of all skill levels seeking an alternative to softball leagues. Below are historical championship matchups and our league hall of fame.

🏆 Champions

  • 2023

    NWA Classic

    🏆 Central Ark. White Sox 6
    NWA All Stars 4

  • 2023

    NWAMSBL Championship

    🏆 Bentonville Dodgers 9
    NWA Iron Pigs 8

  • 2022

    NWA Classic

    🏆 NWA All Stars 5
    Wichita Black Sox 4

  • 2022

    NWAMSBL Championship

    🏆 NWA Tigres 8
    NWA Wingnuts 5

  • 2021

    NWAMSBL Championship

    🏆 Arkansas Cardinals 14
    NWA White Sox 13

  • 2020

    NWAMSBL Championship

    🏆NWA Iron Pigs 4
    Arkansas Cardinals 3

  • 2019

    NWAMSBL Championship

    🏆Bentonville Dodgers 5
    NWA Iron Pigs 2

  • 2018

    NWAMSBL Championship

    🏆NWA Iron Pigs 6
    NWA White Sox 4

  • 2017

    NWAMSBL Championship

    🏆NWA X-Tinct 13
    NWA Wood Ducks 1

  • 2016

    NWAMSBL Championship

    🏆NWA X-Tinct 17
    NWA White Sox 5

  • 2015

    NWAMSBL Championship

    🏆NWA X-Tinct W
    NWA White Sox L

  • 2014

    NWAMSBL Championship

    🏆NWA X-Tinct W
    West Beech Browns L

  • 2013

    NWAMSBL Championship

    🏆NWA X-Tinct 12
    NWA White Sox 5

  • 2012

    NWAMSBL Championship

    🏆NWA Royals 6
    NWA Pirates 1

  • 2011

    NWAMSBL Championship

    🏆NWA White Sox 11
    Fayetteville Yankees 9

  • 2010

    25+ Championship

    🏆NWA White Sox 10
    Bentonville Dodgers 5

  • 2010

    18+ Championship

    🏆Van Buren Hogs 2
    NWA Pirates 1

  • 2009

    25+ Championship

    🏆FPEC Tigers W
    Bentonville Dodgers L

  • 2009

    18+ Championship

    🏆NWA Pirates W
    NWA Cubs L

  • 2008

    NWAMSBL Championship

    🏆Cubs W
    White Sox L

  • 2007

    NWAMSBL Championship

    🏆Tigers 19
    Dodgers 9

  • 2006

    NWAMSBL Championship

    🏆Dodgers W
    Tigers L

  • 2005

    NWAMSBL Championship

    🏆Diamond Hogs 13
    Deerz 8

  • 2004

    Interleague Championship

    🏆White Sox 8
    Reds 2

  • 2004

    28+ Championship

    🏆Reds W
    Tigers L

  • 2004

    18+ Championship

    🏆White Sox 7
    Cardinals 5

  • 2003

    30+ Championship

    🏆Cubs W
    Dodgers L

  • 2003

    18+ Championship

    🏆Diamond Dawgs W
    Deerz L

  • 2002

    30+ Championship

    🏆Tigers W
    Red Sox L

  • 2002

    18+ Championship

    🏆Cubs W
    Red Sox L

  • 2001

    Interleague Championship

    🏆Red Sox 2
    Cubs 1

  • 2001

    30+ Championship

    🏆Cubs 2
    Tigers 1

  • 2001

    18+ Championship

    🏆Red Sox W
    Yankees L

  • 2000

    30+ Championship

    🏆Tigers W
    Dodgers L

  • 2000

    18+ Championship

    🏆Yankees W
    White Sox L

  • 1999

    30+ Championship

    🏆Dodgers W
    Cubs L

  • 1999

    18+ Championship

    🏆Red Sox 7
    NWA White Sox 5

🏅 Hall of Fame

  • Kyle Cherry

    Hogs/Orioles/Cardinals, C/CF/1B/P
    2020

    Two-time champ (2010 Hogs, 2021 Cardinals). Known for diving catches and left-handed batting. Managed Cards since 2017.

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  • Dylan Anderson

    Iron Pigs, SS/P
    2022

    Joined in 2018. Dual threat on mound and as SS. Played at Arkansas Baptist, North Arkansas College. Known for leadership, teamwork, & recruitment.

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  • Kyle Pate

    Wingnuts, P/OF
    2022

    Joined 2019; leader on/off field. Played in 2015 College World Series. Noted for striking out many & strong batting. Keeps team united & motivated.

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  • JT Stalnaker

    Iron Pigs/Wingnuts, SS/C/P
    2021

    Notable for his hitting power and passion for baseball. Championship competitor and dedicated family man, also engaged in mission work.

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  • Ryan McClurkin

    Iron Pigs, SS/2B
    2021

    Key player and manager with championship victories. Renowned for hitting skills and dedication. Positive impact enhancing league community ties.

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  • Joey Dawes

    Wingnuts, CF/P/SS
    2021

    Renowned CF, homerun robber. Started in high school, played at Ecclesia College. First father-son HOF duo (see Joe Don Dawes).

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  • Brandon Story

    Dodgers, SS
    2021

    Joined in 2013. Part of the Dodgers Teams that won the Championship in 2019 & 2023. An exceptional SS that is known for is incredible base stealing.

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  • Junior Zuniga

    X-Tinct/Patriots, 1B
    2020

    1B for Patriots, NWA Allstars Manager. Army Ranger vet, Cuban heritage. 4 championship wins and 1 NWA Classic championship win. Resilient leader, passionate about baseball.

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  • Zacc Arnold

    Dodgers/UT
    2020

    Joined in 2003 & serves as active Board Member. Won League Championship in 2006, 2019, and 2023. Took over Dodgers Manager in 2015.

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  • Allan Hatcher

    Tigers/Orioles/Wingnuts, UT
    2020

    Respected for integrity and versatility, excelling in all positions into his 50s. Known for clutch hitting and exceptional defense. A true honor to the league.

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  • Drew Hudgens

    White Sox, DH/P/UT
    2020

    Key on-field contributor, important league recruiter. Vital in securing and prepping fields, enhancing league play.

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  • Keith Nicholson

    White Sox, IF/OF/MGR
    2020

    Dedicated leader, ensuring league excellence and fostering camaraderie. MSBL "Hall of Honor" recipient, significant SOX contributor since 2014.

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  • Corey Campbell

    Pirates/X-Tinct/Patriots, C/UT
    2020

    In first 6 years, went to championship 6 times & clinched five titles with NWA X-Tinct, earned the 2014 Championship MVP, 2022 NWA Classic Champion

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  • Tieler Driscoll

    Marshalls, Browns, Pirates, X-Tinct, Patriots, C/CF/SS/P
    2020

    Five-time champion, Patriots’ coach. Known for versatility, iconic plays, and mentoring.

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  • Gregg Rollins

    Patriots/White Sox/Royals, Catcher
    2019

    Joined NWA MSBL in 2010. Won League Championship with Royals in 2012, Won 55+ World Series Ring in AZ in 2016.

  • Ryan Paskiewicz

    X-Tinct, SS
    2019

    League’s most dominate hitter and 5 time back to back championship title short-stop.

  • Keith Wheeler

    Cardinals, 3B/RHP/Manager/President
    2019

    Manager for Cardinals, advocate for league culture and promotion.

  • Brett Reynolds

    X-Tinct, RHP
    2016

    Key contributor to 5 championships from 2013-2017, feared RHP with a league-wide reputation, promoted positive baseball experience for all.

  • Sam Stokes

    Cardinals, Catcher
    2016

    Endured scorching heat double-headers, maintained composure for seamless, adversity-free games.

  • Marc DeWeese

    Wingnuts/X-Tinct, Catcher/Manager
    2016

    Founded Wingnuts in 2011, founded the NWA Classic in 2022, proactive board member, and NWAMSBL advocate.

  • Casey Benicosa

    X-Tinct/Wingnuts, Catcher/Manager
    2016

    Led X-Tinct to 4 championships, built core player group. Played a crucial role in securing fields, and league promotions.

  • Tyler Hoover

    BUNWA, Umpire
    2016

    Started as officiating assignor in 2014, improved umpire quality, valued NWAMSBL league's community role.

  • Toby Mileham

    X-Tinct/Yankees/Pirates, Middle Infielder/Umpire
    2016

    NWAMSBL member since 2001, original Yankees squad, now excels in officiating, vital X-Tinct player.

  • Matt Villines

    Deers/Brewers/White Sox, Pitcher
    2016

    Joined NWAMSBL around 2005, coached The Deerz and then Brewers; 3 Runners-Up, a regular season title, with White Sox.

  • Eric Smith

    X-Tinct, LHP/1B
    2015

    Revered LHP, home run derby champ; vital in field maintenance, reschedules, ensured games for all not just his squad.

  • Laurie Adkins

    Umpire
    2015

    Very professional and experienced umpire for over 20 years, and was a rare female player in the league.

  • James Johnson

    Cardinals
    2015

    Instrumental in the past in being a positive voice for the league. Won a home run derby or two.

  • Heath Robinson

    X-Tinct/Pirates/Royals/Yankees, 1B/Manager
    2014

    Multiple championships runs and titles. Manager. Never missed a draft day and always has good input to the league.

  • Dustin Wilson

    White Sox, 1B
    2014

    Joined the league in 2004 and immediately jumped on the board to do whatever it took to help and was a voice of reason.

  • Linden Lewis

    FPEC Tigers/Pirates
    2012

    Playing at 70, his resilience stands out. Respected for hitting. Consistent presence since 1991, gracious sportsmanship.

  • Joe Don Dawes

    Wingnuts/Reds, 3B
    2012

    Steady support for Wingnuts, unwavering dedication. Put it all on the line injured or not. 17+ years in league.

  • Patrick Taliaferro

    White Sox, Infield
    2012

    17+ years in league, 2-time champ as White Sox coach. Valuable on/off-field efforts, committed board member since '07.

  • Charles Fowler

    Dodgers, Infielder
    2012

    Joined in '91, 12-yr board member. Played globally, managed Bentonville fields. Organized events & Celebrity All Star Game w/ Dave Parker.

  • Alan Davison

    Tigers
    2011

    League President in the early 1990s and still active through the 2010 season

  • Eric Exner

    Dodgers
    2011

    Manager since '91, Multi-Champ, Arizona World Series regular with rings and MVP honors. Former league VP.

  • Stephen Boudreaux

    Whitesox, Infield/Manager/Former President
    2011

    NWA White Sox Manager since '99, NWAMSBL President 2001-17. MSBL Hall of Famer ('11). Led league revival, community involvement.

  • Don Prim

    Dodgers/Giants
    2011

    NWAMSBL Past President through 1993-2001. Don was integral in keeping the league afloat during the late 1990s

  • Marvin Undernehr

    FPEC Tigers
    2011

    Longtime NWAMSBL member who represents publicly our persona of the ageless ballplayer, great sportsman regardless of generation.

  • Tim McDonald

    Yankees
    2011

    Exemplified the love of the game. Was heading to the World Series when suddenly stricken with cancer and lost the battle.

  • Jeff Kennett

    Former VP
    2011

    Key role in marketing, scheduling, fields for 3-4 seasons. Led NWAMSBL's "Day at Baum Stadium" program initiation.

  • Evan R. Press

    Dodgers
    2011

    NWAMSBL board member, BUNWA liaison, active in ops. Brought MSBL Cali insights. 8-yr board tenure, umpire in NWAMSBL and youth leagues.

  • Richie Connor

    Dodgers, Pitcher
    2011

    A long time great pitcher and hitter