New Collegiate Summer Baseball Team Launches in Pearland, TX

Pearland, TX — March 31, 2026

The Players League is expanding into the state of Texas, bringing collegiate summer baseball to fans and players through the newly formed Cowboy Collegiate League. The city of Pearland will be home to the Pearland Cobblers, joining the Galveston Sand Crabs, Denton Dillies and Baytown Bulkheads. 

Founded in 2023, The Players League has grown into a respected organization in collegiate summer baseball. Its flagship league, the Old North State League, is based in North Carolina and features 24 teams across four divisions. The league has consistently attracted top collegiate talent from across the country, with more than ten former players advancing to professional baseball in 2025 alone.

“Pearland represents everything we look for in a market — strong community, great facilities, and a passion for baseball. We’re thrilled to bring the Cowboy Collegiate League to Pearland with a new TPL Franchise and look forward to many outstanding years of baseball.” said Alec Allred,  President and Chief Executive Officer of The Players League.

The Pearland Cobblers will play their home games at Veterans Sports Complex and are set to begin their inaugural season in June, with playoffs scheduled for late July and early August. As a collegiate summer wood-bat team, the Cobblers will provide high-level competition while offering affordable, family-friendly entertainment throughout the summer.

The roster will feature top collegiate players from across the country, bringing an exciting brand of baseball to the Pearland community. In addition to on-field action, fans can look forward to themed game nights, community events, youth engagement initiatives, and local partnerships—making Cobblers games a complete entertainment experience.

For more information on how to get involved with the Pearland Cobblers, please visit www.pearlandcobblers.com