Historic California Baseball Field fromA League of Their OwnBurns Down in 'Massive' Fire

Mar. 15, 2025

“Massive” flames reportedly broke out at Jay Littleton Ballpark in Ontario, Calif. around 11:30 p.m. on Thursday night, according toABC, and firefighters arrived to find the stadium and the dugout significantly damaged from the fire.

No injuries were reported, perABC, and though the cause of the fire remains unknown, the outlet reported that arson investigators were on the scene on Friday morning.

Though the structure has been renovated over the years, officials told the outlet that there was likely a significant amount of old wood that contributed to the fire.

According toKTLA, the extent of the damage remains unknown.

Historic baseball field in Ontario, California destroyed in fire.ABC7/Youtube

ABC7/Youtube

Built in the 1930s, the Jay Littleton Ballpark is the setting of several baseball films, most notably the 1992 filmA League of Their Ownstarring Tom Hanks, Geena Davis and Madonna. Other notable films set at the park includeEight Men OutandThe Babe Ruth Story.

President of the Ontario Eastern Little League Aaron Matthiesen told KTLA the news is “upsetting” for the community. “This ballpark has been a part of the city’s baseball history. I have two young kids in our league and the dream has always been that they get to play at Jay Littleton.”

Tom Hanks in “A League of Their Own”.Snap/Shutterstock

Snap/Shutterstock

Speaking to ABC, Matthiesen called the ballpark, “the heart of Ontario.”

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“It’s a historical ballpark, place to play for our kids. Unfortunately, we’re not going to be able to get a chance to play in it anymore,” Matthiesen added.

source: people.com