Frequently Asked Questions

What does NAKID stand for?
NAKID stands for "No, Adult Kickball Isn't Dumb".

How do I play kickball?
It's similar to baseball and softball -- there is a home plate, three bases (1st, 2nd, and 3rd), a pitcher, catcher, basemen, and outfielders. The difference is that we play with a big rubber blue ball and you kick it!

Why should I join NAKID?
Because it is the best choice for Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday kickball in the DC area. We have a great group of people who don't take the game too seriously, and we have a ton of social events to get you out and about in DC. Sometimes we even have FREE jello shots at our parties! Plus we are the best run club (you get the most for your money!) and we offer a discount to returning players and groups of 15 or more.

What's a game day like?
Pretty fun! You show up at the fields/facility for your games, you play with your new best friends (your teammates), then after your game, you head on over to the nearby sponsor bar for food, drinks, and flip cup!

How can I play for free?
All captains within NAKID play for free (once a team hits 20 players). Each team is permitted up to two captains. We typically suggest having a group of friends coming with you to start a team, but that's certainly not required.

NAKID reserves the right to put independent players on your team.

How much does it cost to join?
The price per player ranges from $45-60.

If you have a company team you want to join, or want to bring 15+ players, please email nakid2009@gmail.com to talk about bulk player prices. If you manage a division or chapter within a competing league and are unhappy, email nakid2009@gmail.com about moving to NAKID.

What if I don't know anyone else in the league? Can I still play?
Of course! Even if you don't know what team to join, you can join "Any Team That Needs Me". We'll place you on a friendly team and you'll make some new friends on day one!

How long is the season?
Winter, Spring, and Summer seasons are typically about 10 weeks. Our Fall season is shorter - about 6-7 weeks.

How do rainouts/game cancellations work?
If we have to call games because of rain, come on out to the sponsor bar anyway, because we will be buying some FREE beer (and possibly jello shots). We don't make up rain days, which is why we buy you some free beer when rainouts happen.

I have a bunch of friends that want to play - how can we get on the same team?
When you go through the registration process, you can see how many openings there are on each team. All teams are welcoming to new players, so feel free to coordinate amongst yourselves on which team to join (but hurry before spots fill up!). If you have enough friends, you should consider starting your own team. We'll help you fill it up!

What if I don't like my team?
That's no problem. Just send us an email at nakid2009@gmail.com and we'll slide you over to a different team.

Are the bars and fields metro accessible? What metro stops?
Absolutely. We'll be playing at 3rd St NW on the Mall, which is a few blocks from Judiciary Square (red line) and Capital South (orange/blue lines). You won't have to walk 20 blocks to get to your kickball game or the bar.

Can I start my own team?
Absolutely! Just send us an email at nakid2009@gmail.com and include your team name, preferred shirt color (give us a few options, please), and day/time of choice and we'll do our best to accommodate you.

I may have to miss several games - can I still join?
Most people miss a game or three. That's not a problem at all.

How do I join?
Once registration opens, just click the Register Now link at the top right of every page, fill out your info, choose a team, and pay and you are in!

What is the registration fee for?
Equipment, t-shirts, parties, prizes, trips, recruiting, and the tons of other NAKID social events that we will be hosting throughout the year. We have more social events than any other league. Trust us, you get your money's worth!

What's a "chapter"?
A chapter is a specific day, time, and location in which teams will play. For instance, if you join on "Early Sunday", you'll play once a week (except holidays) on Sunday at 2pm on the Mall. Each chapter can have up to 15 teams, so there's plenty of opportunities to make new friends.

What social events does NAKID typically have in a season?
It can depend on the season, but we typically have a couple of free parties, field trips, free movie screenings, and more.

Can I drink alcohol during kickball games?
Definitely not. It's prohibited by the law and if you're caught, you may be fined, arrested, and/or banned from the league (without refund).

What exactly is the Boomerang Bus?
The Boomerang Bus is awesome. Run by Ride the Boomerang, the Boomerang is a party bus, which involves us getting 40 people on a bus and drinking beer while it brings us to Baltimore, Annapolis, a Wine Festival, or just around DC. Once we reach our destination, it unloads us so we can bar hop for a few hours and play drinking games. When we're done, we load back onto the bus and it takes us to our starting point (usually our sponsor bar). Sometimes we rent two or three buses, which can get wild with 120 people bar hopping together!

Who is our sponsor bar?
Our sponsor bars are My Brother's Place and Hamilton's, both located near Constitution and 2nd St NW - just 3 blocks from our playing fields! It's 3 blocks from both Judiciary Square and Union Station metro stops and 5 blocks from the orange line metro stop of Federal Center SW. We encourage all of out teams to head to the bar of their choice.

What are the bar specials?
Our sponsor bars offer $9 pitchers of beer, as well as other happy hour specials. You can get these special prices only if you are wearing your NAKID shirt.

What skills do I need to play kickball?
None! All levels of skill are welcome. Playing kickball with NAKID is a fun way to compete with people in a sport that is truly a level playing field and then meet a bunch of new people (both on the field and at the bar, afterwards).

How many players are on a team?
Up to 35 players are on a kickball team.

Who refs the games?
Each week, we assign teams to ref games. It's extremely important that all players are familiar with the rules, especially the head refs. If you're interested in being a part of our head ref program, please contact us.