Major League Quadball Introduces Updated Practice Squad Eligibility for 2025
At Major League Quadball, the future of the sport is just as important as the present. With the recent update to the MLQ Practice Squad Policy, the league continues its commitment to developing the next generation of quadball stars. Whether an athlete is just beginning their competitive quadball journey or looking to gain experience at the highest level and break into the main roster in the future, the practice squad offers a structured pathway for growth and development.
With the updated practice squad policy, we aim to ensure that younger quadball players have a clear pathway to success while strengthening the competitive landscape of the league.
Eligibility and Registration
To be considered for an MLQ practice squad, athletes must complete all required waivers, provide proof of insurance, and register through the MLQ Athlete Tryout Registration form. Tryout registration will go live next week across the league. Prospective players can indicate their interest in the practice squad during the initial registration process.
For the 2025 season, we will be increasing the number of practice squad spots allocated to each team from 18 to 21, with final rosters submitted by June 1 of each season. No additional players may be added after this deadline, and registration fees are due at the time of roster submission.
Eligibility requirements have also been updated. In order to be eligible for an MLQ practice squad, an athlete must meet one of the following requirements:
Be age 22 or under as of June 1 of the given season OR
Have played two or fewer seasons in MLQ (on a franchise roster), US Quadball, Quadball Canada, and/or a comparable international league. A season is defined as having competed in a league during an official season in an official game.
If an athlete does not meet these requirements but believes they deserve an exemption, they may request one by emailing commissioners@mlquadball.com and gameplay@mlquadball.com with supporting reasoning.
Practice Squad Fees and Benefits
The practice squad registration fee is $85 per player, payable to the franchise manager. This fee covers:
Participation in franchise practices
Participation in a divisional practice squad series
For 2025, these series will be hosted in the North and East Division, however, a South series may be added dependent upon signups
Participation in the MLQ Next Gen Showcase at the MLQ Championship
A customized reversible jersey featuring franchise branding on one side and divisional branding on the reverse
Discounted entry to day one of MLQ Championship
While the fee does not include entrance to the MLQ Championship on Saturday, practice squad members can attend for free if they sign up to volunteer at the event
Practice Squad Structure and Oversight
Each practice squad will continue to be overseen by an MLQ Practice Squad Coach, chosen by MLQ People Operations in collaboration with the franchise head coach. The coach may be a non-player or a practice squad player but cannot be a member of the franchise’s main 30-player roster.
Additionally, franchises may opt for a Practice Squad Manager to assist with logistics and administration. Like the coach, the manager may be a non-player or a practice squad player but cannot be a member of the 30-player active roster.
Franchise staff openings are live now and can be viewed here.
