A New Chapter for Long Beach Baseball
The Long Beach Coast professional baseball team will play its first home game at Blair Field on Tuesday night, marking the debut of a franchise that has already captured the imagination of the city.
Competing in the independent Pioneer Baseball League, the Coast joins clubs across California, Montana, Idaho and Utah, a circuit known for its traveling schedule and emphasis on player development.
After a successful inaugural road trip that ended with a 9‑3 record, the team now faces a 12‑game homestand against the RedPocket Mobiles and the Modesto Roadsters, a stretch that could define its early momentum.
Manager Troy Percival, a 14‑year MLB veteran who closed out the 2002 World Series for the Anaheim Angels, says the club is built around hard work and a commitment to teaching players how to win, a philosophy he feels has been missing from modern baseball.
The roster’s front office also includes former MLB players Troy Glaus and Jerome Williams, adding depth and credibility to a staff eager to blend experience with youthful energy.
Regulators Bring Friday Night Flair
On Fridays the team transforms into its alter ego, the Regulators, a persona curated with the help of rap icon Warren G, a part‑owner who describes the club as the embodiment of Long Beach’s heart and culture.
The Regulators’ presence on the field, backed by Warren G’s musical influence, adds a unique cultural layer to the team’s identity, reinforcing community ties and giving fans a distinct reason to return each week.