Mayor; Twilight League Decline Comment On Quigley Stadium's Future

The future of Quigley Stadium, a cornerstone of Connecticut baseball history, has become the subject of intense speculation surrounding the future of its use.  

A credible source reached out to the New York Sports Show suggest that the West Haven Twilight League (WHTL) may be nearing the end of its tenure at the historic venue. According to the source, the league is considering a complete departure from the stadium following the 2026 season, potentially accompanied by a rebrand to the "Southern Connecticut Twilight League" for 2027 and beyond. 

This shift is already reflected in the league's current season. In a significant departure from its tradition of playing exclusively at Quigley, the WHTL has branched out to alternative fields such as Rochford Field in Hamden and Brinley Field in Orange.  

Now in the league’s playoff run, the 2026 postseason, which is already underway, has had all games slated for West Haven High School. Overall, the 81 total games scheduled for the 2026 season, including the All-Star Game and playoffs, only 19 games (or a small 23.46%) were held at Quigley Stadium this 2026 season. 

The venue hosted its final scheduled event of the year on June 29th for the league's All-Star Game. Since that date, the final 39 games of the season have been transitioned to other fields, leaving the 79-year-old stadium vacant for the remainder of the competitive calendar. 

When approached once again for comment regarding the rumors of relocation and rebranding, West Haven Mayor Dorinda Borer and WHTL officials did not provide an answer after attempts to contact. 

However, in a subsequent statement to the New York Sports Show earlier in the summer for a previous article had a West Haven Twilight League representative downplaying the speculation. 

A Twilight League game at Quigley Stadium in 2022

The representative clarified that there are "no current plans" for relocation or a name change, asserting that the diversification of venues is purely a matter of "schedule flexibility." Despite the optics of a dwindling presence at their longtime home, the league characterized its relationship with the City of West Haven as "great." 

While these assurances may temporarily quiet concerns, the contrast between official rhetoric and the statistical reality of Quigley’s usage remains in question. 

Built in 1947 and sold to the City of West Haven in 1951, Quigley Stadium boasts a storied legacy. For decades, it has stood as the primary diamond for the West Haven Twilight League, which remainsits sole active tenant after Notre Dame-West Haven High School departed earlier this decade. However, as the structure enters its eighth decade, the signs of neglect are inescapable. The ballpark now sits in a state of visible decay, fueled by persistent rumors that the city may eventually sell or demolish the property. 

As the 2026 season concludes away from Quigley’s boarded up ticket booth, the question remains: is this the final chapter for one of Connecticut’s oldest and one of the most successful sporting landmarks? 

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