Yakima Valley Pippins Baseball
Spectator SportsWashington, United States11-50 Employees
The Yakima Valley Pippins Baseball is a summer collegiate baseball team that competes in the West Coast League. Based in Yakima, Washington, the organization is owned and operated by Pacific Baseball Ventures-Yakima, LLC, and participates as part of the PBV-Holdco family of teams, which also includes ownership of the Walla Walla Sweets. The team focuses on on-field performance and aims to provide a strong fan experience and customer service, while offering opportunities for aspiring professional players to advance their careers. Since joining the league in 2014, the Pippins have emphasized a local connection to the Yakima Valley and a brand that honors the area's baseball history, including the restoration of the original Pippins name from 2014. Recent developments include partnerships and roster movements that reflect ongoing efforts to enhance game-day experiences and competitive rosters. In 2021, the organization collaborated with FanFood to enable contactless concession pickup at home games, illustrating a broader commitment to fan convenience and safety. The team maintains a presence in the local sports community and operates within the spectator sports industry as a regional baseball franchise seeking to balance competitive play with community engagement.