Honkbal Hoofdklasse – The Highest Level of Baseball in the Netherlands
The Honkbal Hoofdklasse teams represent the highest level of club baseball in the Netherlands. Every season, the country’s strongest baseball clubs compete for the Dutch championship, with each team bringing its own history, fan base, and playing style to the league. Whether you’re looking for your favorite club, comparing team performances, or discovering Dutch baseball for the first time, this page provides an overview of every team competing in the Dutch Baseball League.
From historic powerhouses to emerging contenders, each club plays an important role in one of Europe’s strongest domestic baseball competitions. Explore every team below to learn more about their roster, schedule, standings, statistics, and latest news.
Current Honkbal Hoofdklasse Teams
The current Honkbal Hoofdklasse consists of seven clubs competing throughout the regular season before the playoffs determine the Dutch champion. Each organization has its own identity, home ballpark, and baseball tradition.
The current teams are:
- Amsterdam Pirates
- Curaçao Neptunus
- HCAW
- Kinheim
- Hoofddorp Pioniers
- Oosterhout Twins
- UVV
Several of these clubs have produced Dutch national team players, international professionals, and participants in European club competitions. Throughout the season, team performances are reflected in the latest standings, player statistics, game results, and news updates, making it easy to follow every club from Opening Day through the Holland Series.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most successful Honkbal Hoofdklasse team?
Historically, clubs such as Curaçao Neptunus and Amsterdam Pirates have been among the most successful teams in Dutch baseball, winning multiple national championships over the years.
How many teams play in the Hoofdklasse?
The competition features the strongest honkbal clubs in the country. The exact number of teams can vary slightly by season. Currently in 2026 there are 7 participating teams.
Where can I find the roster of each Honkbal Hoofdklasse team?
You can find all players for each team on our Hoofdklasse stats page
Where can I follow the latest Honkbal Hoofdklasse team news?
You can follow every club through dedicated team pages featuring match reports, roster updates, standings, statistics, schedules, and the latest Honkbal Hoofdklasse news as the season progresses.