2024 71st Over The Line (OTL) World Championship

71st Annual World Championship OTL

Over-the-Line (OTL ) is a unique beach softball game that originated in San Diego. The game is played by two teams of three players each, and the objective is to hit the ball over a line about 55 feet in front of the batter. The game is played without bases, and the team that scores the most runs wins. The Old Mission Beach Athletic Club (OMBAC) hosts the annual World Championship Over-the-Line Tournament, which takes place on Fiesta Island in Mission Bay. The tournament is held over two weekends in July, and it attracts thousands of players and spectators from all over the world. The tournament has been a San Diego tradition for 70 years, and it is known for its carefree, daytime, adults-only atmosphere. Teams dress up in costumes, bring tents, chairs, beer, and hilarious signs to the beach for the event. If you’re looking for a fun way to spend a summer day in San Diego, OTL is definitely worth checking out!

Find more information about OTL at ombac.org.

July 13 and 14, 2024 (1st Weekend) &

July 20 and 21, 2024 (2nd Weekend)

Games start promptly at 7:30 AM for Mens Divisions and 9am for Womens Divisions and continue until dark on both weekends of OTL. Refer to your confirmation card/email for start date/time.

All teams that are not seeded teams returning from last years tournament will be playing the 1st weekend. Select divisions only play 2nd weekend.

Teams that are not seeded in the Mens Open and Womens Open will play on Saturday July 13. Mens games will start at 730am, Womens games at 9am

Teams that are not seeded in the Mens Century, Mens Cannardly and Mens Camitt will start play on Sunday July 14.

First weekend games are three innings only. 2nd weekend games are four innings. Men’s Open final Sunday will have a time limit imposed.

Mens Open: 3 males all ages

Camitt: 3 males all ages and a glove may be worn (no first baseman gloves allowed)

Century: 3 males all at least 30 but collectively adding up to 100

Canardly: 3 males all at least 40 years of age

Cannever: 3 males all at least 50 years of age

Cadaver: 3 males all at least 60 years of age (gloves may be worn)

Camummy: 3 males all at least 70 years of age (gloves may be warn)

Womens Open: 3 females all ages

Camuff: 3 females at least 35 years of age each

Caneasy: 3 females at least 50 years of age

Double-elimination for all teams in all 10 divisions.

Over The Line is a public event and requires no ticket or entrance fee to watch the games and enjoy the tournament.

FAQs:

Am I going to receive a seeded app or pre-app in the mail as in years past?

No, All signups are being done online and in person at the Comber on 5/4. Get signed up and we will be moving pre-app and seeded to appropriate slots.

Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?

The OTL tournament is held in a public place and therefore there are no age restrictions. Due to some content and sport activity we suggest that attendees be 18 years of age or older.

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

We are no longer working a shuttle from the surrounding areas but we do support rideshare programs and have designated drop off/pick up locations. We do offer a designaled parking pass through this event registration, you can buy it now in one transaction.

What can/can't I bring to the event?

No bottles (or glass), no bicycles (you can lock them outside the playing area), no babies (not appropriate for children), no bowzers (not good for dogs).

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

otl@ombac.org, info@ombac.org or on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/OMBAC