Baseball WA is proud to announce Hester Sports Brand as the new Naming Rights Partner of the Women’s Elite Series, marking the beginning of an exciting partnership dedicated to supporting and growing women’s baseball in Western Australia.
The newly named Hester Women’s Elite Series showcases some of the state’s premier female talent, bringing together Emeralds representatives, international players and local athletes in a high-performance midweek competition.
Running throughout the first half of the season until the Christmas break, the Women’s Elite Series complements the traditional Women’s Sunday League by providing an additional elite competition for athletes preparing for state, national and international representation.
Since its introduction, the competition has become an important part of the female baseball pathway in Western Australia. The competition currently brings together Braves Baseball Club, Carine Cats, Kalamunda Rangers and two-time champions Wanneroo Giants.
The partnership also celebrates a business with strong roots in the local baseball community.
Founded in Perth, Hester Sports Brand produces premium handcrafted baseball gloves. With a genuine passion for the game and a commitment to supporting players at every level, Hester Sports Brand’s investment reflects a shared vision to strengthen opportunities for female athletes and continue elevating the Women’s Elite Series.
Baseball WA Chief Executive Officer Lachlan Dale welcomed Hester Sports Brand to the competition.
“It’s especially rewarding to partner with a locally owned baseball business that understands our community and shares our passion for growing the game.”
“The Women’s Elite Series continues to go from strength to strength and has become an important part of our female high-performance pathway. Partnerships like this allow us to continue investing in the competition and creating an environment where women’s baseball can thrive.”
Hester Sports Brand founder Zac Hester said the opportunity to support one of Australia’s premier women’s competitions was an easy decision.
“I’m incredibly excited to partner with Baseball WA and the Women’s Elite Series. Supporting the growth of women’s baseball has always been important to us, and we’re proud to stand alongside a competition that inspires the next generation while showcasing the very best talent in Australia.”
The partnership will see Hester Sports Brand integrated throughout the Women’s Elite Series, including competition branding, weekly Player of the Round recognition, finals presentations and promotional activity across the season, reinforcing its commitment to celebrating the achievements of female baseballers in Western Australia.
Baseball WA looks forward to working alongside Hester Sports Brand throughout the 2026/27 season and continuing to build a competition that showcases the depth of talent, passion and opportunity within women’s baseball.
